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Published on Apr 2, 2025

Donald Trump tariff announcement: Anthony Albanese says Australia will not inflict reciprocal tariffs

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese says his Government will not seek to impose reciprocal tariffs on the US after US President Donald Trump slapped a sweeping 10 per cent tariff on Australia. “The unilateral action that the Trump administration has taken …

Source: PerthNow - Neutral
Published on 02:02 GMT

Shirley Ayorkor Botchwey assumes office as Commonwealth Secretary-General

London, April 2, GNA – Madam Shirley Ayorkor Botchwey, former Ghanaian Minister for Foreign Affairs and Regional Integration, has officially assumed office as Secretary-General of the Commonwealth, pledging to advance the values of the Commonwealth Charter …

Source: Ghana News Agency - Pro-Government
Published on Apr 2, 2025

Comment on Ghana’s Shirley Ayorkor Botchwey follows Scotland as new Commonwealth SG by Parole-En-Bouche

Commonwealth Secretary-General Hon. Shirley Ayorkor Botchwey, photo: Commonwealth SecretariatOn April 1, 2025, Hon. Shirley Ayorkor Botchwey officially assumed her role as Secretary-General of the Commonwealth, succeeding Hon. Patricia Scotland. Scotland, …

Source: Dominica News Online - Neutral
Published on Apr 2, 2025

Donald Trump tariff announcement: Anthony Albanese says Australia will not inflict reciprocal tariffs

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese says his Government will not seek to impose reciprocal tariffs on the US after US President Donald Trump slapped a sweeping 10 per cent tariff on Australia. “The unilateral action that the Trump administration has taken …

Source: The West Australian - Center-right
Published on 00:15 GMT

Shirley Botchwey assumes office as Commonwealth Secretary General

LONDON : Shirley Ayorkor Botchwey assumed office as the Commonwealth’s Secretary General on Tuesday. She is the second African and first African woman to lead the association of 56 countries which make up a third of the world’s population and more than a …

Source: The Arabian Stories - Pro-Government
Published on Apr 2, 2025

African Woman Takes Helm as Commonwealth Secretary-General, Pledges Renewal Amid Global Tensions

Shirley Ayorkor Botchwey became the first African woman to lead the Commonwealth on April 1, 2025, assuming the role of Secretary-General with a commitment to strengthen the 56-nation association during a period of significant global instability. In her …

Source: Antigua.News - Uncategorized
Published on Apr 2, 2025

‘Elbows Up, Britain’: Canada’s Boycott of American Goods Spreads to the UK

Byline Times is an independent, reader-funded investigative newspaper, outside of the system of the established press, reporting on ‘what the papers don’t say’ – without fear or favour. To support its work, subscribe to the monthly Byline Times print …

Source: Byline Times - Label Pending
Published on Apr 2, 2025

Commonwealth cemetaries preserve their legacy with the greatest care

The public cemetary at Pitakanda is beautifully maintained Story and photos By Shantha Chandrasiri Hulangune The sight of a cemetery would spontaneously bring fear and trepidation to anyone’s heart, and only rarely would one have an iota of thought about …

Source: Daily Mirror - Label Pending
Published on Apr 2, 2025

Shirley Ayorkor Botchwey assumes post as Commonwealth chief

A former Ghanaian minister has assumed office as secretary-general of the Commonwealth. Shirley Ayorkor Botchwey, former Ghanaian Minister for Foreign Affairs and Regional Integration, assumed office as Secretary-General of the Commonwealth on Tuesday, …

Source: Times of Malta - Neutral
Published on Apr 2, 2025

Commonwealth should lead the discussion on slavery reparations

As a new secretary-general assumes leadership of the Commonwealth, it seems de rigueur in some circles to dismiss the organisation as a relic of a bygone era. To speak of it with any seriousness places one in a social pillory, the face upturned for pelting …

Source: Al Jazeera - Pro-Government
Published on Apr 2, 2025

Commonwealth Games Australia welcomes Mark Arbib to AOC

Image credit: Australian Olympic Committee Commonwealth Games Australia (CGA) has today welcomed the appointment of Mark Arbib as the new Chief Executive Officer of the Australian Olympic Committee (AOC). The appointment highlights the strength of …

Source: Commonwealth Games Australia - Neutral
Published on Apr 2, 2025

Vietnam-Australia Strengthen Development Partnership 2025-2030

Vietnam and Australia have announced the Development Partnership Plan (DPP) for 2025-2030, reinforcing their Comprehensive Strategic Partnership (CSP). This strategic initiative underscores Australia’s support for Vietnam’s economic transition, aiming to …

Source: Vietnam Briefing - Neutral
Published on Apr 2, 2025

King Charles to pay emotional tribute to flying ace and one of Britain's oldest WW2 heroes

King Charles will pay an emotional tribute to the flying ace who founded the world’s largest humanitarian air service. RAF hero Jack Hemmings - one of Britain’s oldest World War 2 veterans - died in January aged 103. Tomorrow the monarch will celebrate …

Source: Daily Express - Right-wing
Published on Apr 2, 2025

New Secretary-General Shirley Botchwey pledges to advance Commonwealth values in a divided world

(Press release) Hon Shirley Ayorkor Botchwey, former Ghanaian Minister for Foreign Affairs and Regional Integration, assumed office as Secretary-General of the Commonwealth yesterday, pledging to advance the values of the Commonwealth Charter at a time of …

Source: Win Media SKN - Pro-Government
Published on Apr 2, 2025

Shirley Ayorkor Botchwey receives President Mahama’s blessing as she assumes duty as Commonwealth Secretary-General

Madam Shirley Ayorkor Botchwey, Ghana’s immediate past Minister for Foreign Affairs, officially assumed office in London on Tuesday, April 1, as the Secretary-General of the Commonwealth. Her appointment is a historic moment, making her the first Ghanaian …

Source: Modern Ghana - Neutral
Published on Apr 2, 2025

High Commissioner-designate to Australia FM Borhan Uddin presents his Letter of Credence

The newly appointed High Commissioner of Bangladesh to Australia, FM Borhan Uddin, has presented his Letter of Credence to the Governor-General of the Commonwealth of Australia, Samantha Joy Mostyn, AC. He presented the Letter of Credence in an official …

Source: The Business Standard - Neutral
Published on Apr 2, 2025

Fijian Eileen Cikamatana makes history with weightlifting gold for Australia

At the Gold Coast Commonwealth Games, Eileen Cikamatana won weightlifting gold for Fiji. Four years later in Birmingham she repeated the achievement, this time for Australia. Cikamatana represented her adopted country with a bang in Birmingham, setting new …

Source: Pacific News Service - Neutral
Published on Apr 2, 2025

War memorial will have names of soldiers who fought AGAINST Britain added to it alongside heroes

By FRANCINE WOLFISZ Published: 21:04 EDT, 1 April 2025 | Updated: 21:08 EDT, 1 April 2025 The University of Oxford is calling on council bosses to allow the addition of five soldiers on a war memorial - even though they fought against Britain during the …

Source: Daily Mail - Right-wing
Published on Apr 1, 2025

Commonwealth CEO: ‘We Are Not Going to Let This Fail’

LPL Financial announced plans Monday to acquire Commonwealth Financial Network for about $2.7 billion in cash, spurring a lot of questions from advisors about what the transaction means for them and what kind of options they have. Commonwealth has long …

Source: Wealth Management - Neutral

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Published on April 2, 2025 - 15:00 GMT

NANSEMOND INDIAN NATION SUES VIRGINIA FOR MEDICAID VIOLATIONS

Commonwealth Prioritizes Big Corporations Over Tribal Healthcare Providers NORFOLK, VA, UNITED STATES, April 2, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Nansemond Indian Nation and its Tribal health program, Fishing Point Healthcare, filed a federal …

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Published on March 26, 2025 - 12:30 GMT

Vast Secures AUD 700,000 Grant from Australia-Singapore Initiative for Decarbonising Shipping to Progress World-First ...

SA Solar Fuels will have the capacity to produce 7,500 tonnes per annum of sustainable fuels to meet the growing demand from maritime and aviation industries Funding will support industry-leading optimisation work as the project advances towards FEED …

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Published on March 11, 2025 - 09:17 GMT

International Relations observes Commonwealth Day

On 10 March 2025, member countries of the Commonwealth will commemorate Commonwealth Day. Commonwealth Day is the annual celebration observed by people all over the Commonwealth in Africa, Asia, the Caribbean, Americas, as well as the Pacific and Europe. …

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Published on March 5, 2025 - 08:49 GMT

Major milestone for South Australia\'s Skills and Training Academy

Release date: 05/03/25 The Albanese Government is investing $480 million in our naval shipbuilding and submarine construction workforce with the build of the Skills and Training Academy at Osborne in South Australia. When we announced the AUKUS Pathway in …

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Published on March 4, 2025 - 15:30 GMT

SPA Acquires Australia-Based Proximity in Expansion of Strategic Services

Proximity is Market Leader in Consulting, Legal, and Commercial Services to Government ALEXANDRIA, VA, UNITED STATES, March 4, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Systems Planning & Analysis (SPA), a leading global provider of data-driven analytical …

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Published on January 26, 2025 - 18:02 GMT

To Her Excellency Madame Samantha Mostyn, Governor-General of the Commonwealth of Australia

AZERBAIJAN, January 26 - 26 January 2025, 11:00 Dear Madame Governor-General, On my own behalf and on behalf of the people of Azerbaijan, I cordially congratulate you and your people on the occasion of the national holiday of the Commonwealth of Australia. …

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Published on February 3, 2025 - 21:14 GMT

The Henry Charles Commonwealth Cup Launches Youth with Football

A new global sporting event, The Henry Charles Commonwealth Cup, launched a success COMMONWEALTH, SAINT LUCIA, UNITED KINGDOM, February 3, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The launch of an international sporting event, held in multiple Commonwealth …

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Published on February 12, 2025 - 05:00 GMT

Supporting high quality childcare in South Australia

South Australia has the second highest proportion of early childhood education and care services exceeding the National Quality Standard (NQS) in the country – with 36 per cent of SA services receiving a rating of exceeding – above the Australian average …

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Published on April 3, 2025 - 05:11 GMT

CHC Navigation Joins the Real-time Analysis Center of International GNSS Service

CHC Navigation joins the International GNSS Service (IGS) as an Analysis Center, contributing to global satellite navigation advancements. SHANGHAI, CHINA, April 3, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- CHC Navigation (CHCNAV), a global leader in …

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Published on April 2, 2025 - 23:13 GMT

Coryell Roofing Delivers High-Performance Roof System for The Salvation Army in Oklahoma City

Coryell Roofing installed a hail-rated, energy-efficient roof system for The Salvation Army in OKC—completed in 7 days with a perfect QA score. OKLAHOMA CITY, OK, UNITED STATES, April 2, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Coryell Roofing, a leading …

Distribution channels: Building & Construction Industry, Business & Economy ...
Published on April 2, 2025 - 21:31 GMT

Coffee Makers Co Celebrates One Year of Brewing Success in the UK

LONDON, GREATER LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, April 2, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Coffee Makers Co, a UK-based supplier of high-quality coffee machines and accessories, proudly marks its first anniversary. Since its launch in 2024, the company has …

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Published on April 2, 2025 - 19:33 GMT

Abraham Accords: AMMWEC, The House of Ruach, UPF, Host Interfaith Iftar Welcoming Arab-Israeli Partnership, Sharaka

WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, April 2, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In an inspiring display of unity and shared values, the American Muslim and Multifaith Women’s Empowerment Council (AMMWEC) partnered with the House of Ruach, Universal Peace …

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Published on April 2, 2025 - 19:22 GMT

Top Landmarks Around The World to Spark The Night Blue for Parkinson's Awareness

500+ Top Landmarks Around the World to Spark Blue for Parkinson’s Awareness on April 11 VANCOUVER, BC, CANADA, April 2, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In an inspiring show of solidarity, some of the world’s most iconic landmarks are set to illuminate in …

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Published on April 2, 2025 - 18:58 GMT

Clicta Digital Agency Launches Digital Marketplace with Opening Promotion

Clicta Digital Agency has launched its new Digital Marketplace, an online platform offering marketing services tailored to small businesses and entrepreneurs. DENVER, CO, UNITED STATES, April 2, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Clicta Digital Agency …

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Published on April 2, 2025 - 15:53 GMT

COAF Launches Appeal to Build Sports Complex for Children in Rural Armenia

The Children of Armenia Fund (COAF) will raise $200,000 to provide over 1,600 children weekly with a modern space for sports and play. YEREVAN, YEREVAN, ARMENIA, April 2, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Children of Armenia Fund (COAF) has …

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Published on April 2, 2025 - 15:10 GMT

OpenPayd Directors Share Insights at Malta Finance Week 2025

OpenPayd made a significant impact at Malta Finance Week 2025, held on March 26-27 at Luzzu Hall, AX ODYCY in Qawra, Malta. LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, April 2, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- OpenPayd made a significant impact at Malta Finance Week …

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Published on April 3, 2025 - 02:27 GMT

Providing high-quality, accessible breastfeeding education and training

On day two, the Training of Trainers (ToT) Workshop hosted 42 healthcare professionals in an engaging session to practice breastfeeding techniques, facilitating peer-to-peer discussions, and methods for maternal-infant bonding. Prof. Allison Cummins, …

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Published on April 2, 2025 - 14:15 GMT

Lebanon’s Journey of Resilience: Royal House of Ghassan Leads Global Efforts to Empower Communities Amidst Crisis

Royal House of Ghassan Sparks Hope Amid Lebanon's Crisis BEIRUT, LEBANON, April 2, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Lebanon stands at a critical juncture, grappling with profound economic challenges and escalating regional tensions, intensified by …

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Published on April 2, 2025 - 13:30 GMT

National Parks Association Launches Global 'World’s Best National Parks' Campaign

Three-Phase Competition Invites the World to Vote for Their Favorite National Parks IRVING, TX, UNITED STATES, April 2, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The National Parks Association is proud to announce the launch of “World’s Best National Parks,” a …

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Published on April 2, 2025 - 13:00 GMT

The Association of Recovery in Higher Education Announces Annual Collegiate Recovery Week Event

The Nationwide April 14-18 Commemoration Will Mark the Nonprofit’s 15th Anniversary KENNESAW, GA, UNITED STATES, April 2, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- What started as an initiative to ensure that college students in recovery had support on campus …

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Published on April 2, 2025 - 13:00 GMT

Felix Bravo, eXp Realty’s Vice President of International Growth, Named HousingWire 2025 Rising Star

BELLINGHAM, WA, UNITED STATES, April 2, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- eXp Realty®, the largest independent real estate brokerage in the world, proudly announces that Felix Bravo, Vice President of International Growth, has been named a 2025 …

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Published on April 2, 2025 - 12:45 GMT

FranDevCo Helping Expand Visionary Franchise Brand: Conquer Padel Club, Throughout the U.S. Market

Cutting Edge Concept Establishes First Nationwide Padel Franchise, Capitalizing on Surging Demand, Superior Customer Experience, and Teams of Seasoned Operators CORNELIUS, NC, UNITED STATES, April 2, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- FranDevCo, a …

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Published on April 2, 2025 - 12:00 GMT

A Global Voice for Autism Launches AWARE

A Global Voice for Autism Launches AWARE: An Open-Source Platform to Advance Autism Data Collection and Policies in Developing World WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, April 2, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- A Global Voice for Autism is proud to …

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Published on April 2, 2025 - 10:00 GMT

Business Reporter: Embracing international talent

How an alternative EOR solution can bypass intermediaries, as well as mitigate risks LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, April 2, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In an article published on Business Reporter, Bastian Eichler, Vice President Product at WorkMotion …

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Published on April 2, 2025 - 10:00 GMT

Amanda Cowlrick Inducted into the Prestigious International Order of Fantastic Professionals

EDMONTON, ALBERTA, CANADA, April 2, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Amanda Cowlrick is the founder of Replenish Healing®, a holistic healing company based in Auckland, New Zealand. A passionate advocate for natural healing, Amanda is a Homeopath, …

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Published on April 2, 2025 - 09:43 GMT

AppTec360’s Advanced DLP Solutions for Healthcare Security

AppTec360’s DLP secures healthcare data, prevents breaches, ensures compliance, and integrates with EHRs for seamless, HIPAA & GDPR-aligned protection. NY, UNITED STATES, April 2, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As digital transformation …

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Published on April 2, 2025 - 09:39 GMT

Excitement Builds to the Countdown of DWP Prive, Colombo, Sri Lanka

DUBAI, UNITED ARAB EMIRATES, April 2, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The fourth annual of DWP Privé, the limited edition of the world’s biggest B2B platform for destination weddings, is set to impress the luxury destination wedding industry on April …

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Published on April 2, 2025 - 08:45 GMT

MEA Energy Association Appoints Rich Asiyanbi as Chair of the Board of Directors

MEA Energy Association (MEA) has appointed Rich Asiyanbi, Vice President of Field Operations at Nicor Gas, as Chair of its 2025–2026 Board of Directors. MINNEAPOLIS, MN, UNITED STATES, April 2, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- MEA Energy Association ( …

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