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The United States and Venezuela announce a “historic” oil deal
Caracas a confirmé avoir signé un accord pétrolier "historique" avec les Etats-Unis, Mme Rodriguez remerciant…
Governments Back Inverness Castle Investment Despite Losses
Governments stand by Inverness Castle investment despite an expected £1.6 million first-year loss and lower-than-forecast visitor numbers.
Scotland Offshore Wind at Risk Ahead of UK Energy Plans
Scotland’s offshore wind sector faces risks of delay, cuts or cancellation as UK energy plans could affect ScotWind.
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The United States and Venezuela announce a “historic” oil deal
Caracas a confirmé avoir signé un accord pétrolier "historique" avec les Etats-Unis, Mme Rodriguez remerciant…
Belgium Energy rates for fixed-term contracts rise again – how should you react?
At the end of August, European reserves were only about 63% full. At the same time of year, they usually reach nearly 80%. Europe…
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Marvin Gaye’s never-before heard music resurfaces in Belgium
Marvin Gaye found peace in Belgium and made music that has never been heard before. Alex, a lawyer, played us a brief, tantalising sample of Marvin rehearsing. In a rather eerie moment, the Prince of Motown…
Open the feature →World News
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UK pausing weapon sales to Israel would be a significant
UK pausing weapon sales to Israel would be a ‘significant political and symbolic step’ and despite Israel bullish and dismissive […]
Lockerbie Bombing Trial Delayed for Third Time
The trial of a man accused of building the bomb which destroyed Pan Am Flight 103 over Lockerbie has been delayed after new evidence…
Palestinians forced to leave homes where Israeli settlers besieged houses
Palestinians have been told to leave their homes at gunpoint by the IDF in village where Israeli settlers have besieged […]
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Vigil series 3 full cast list for BBC drama show
Vigil returns for series 3 with Suranne Jones and Rose Leslie as Amy Silva and Kirsten Longacre, set at a remote Arctic research station.
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The United States and Venezuela announce a “historic” oil deal
Caracas a confirmé avoir signé un accord pétrolier "historique" avec les Etats-Unis, Mme Rodriguez remerciant…
Read the big story →Media Watch
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The United States and Venezuela announce a “historic” oil deal
Caracas a confirmé avoir signé un accord pétrolier "historique" avec les Etats-Unis, Mme Rodriguez remerciant…
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Belgium Energy rates for fixed-term contracts rise again – how should you react?
At the end of August, European reserves were only about 63% full. At the same time of year, they usually reach nearly 80%. Europe is therefore entering the heating season significantly behind schedule.
Money laundering via underground banking is surging in Belgium
Based on trust, hawala is an ancient money transfer system originating in Iran or Egypt. The word, which originally meant "to change" or "to transform" in Arabic, was used by medieval merchants along the Silk Road.
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The United States and Venezuela announce a “historic” oil deal
Caracas a confirmé avoir signé un accord pétrolier "historique" avec les Etats-Unis, Mme Rodriguez remerciant…
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Belgium Energy rates for fixed-term contracts rise again – how should you react?
At the end of August, European reserves were only about 63% full. At the same time of year, they usually reach nearly 80%. Europe is therefore entering the heating season significantly behind…