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33994 STORIES · UPDATED 73D AGOShaping practical solutions for the challenges ahead – Singapore Convention Week returns as dispute resolution enters a new era
- Singapore Convention Week 2026 runs 24-28 August in Singapore with over 70 events and participants from 100+ countries.
- This year's theme is 'Timeless Principles, Timely Solutions: Nurturing Trust in a Changing World'.
- The week coincides with SGLaw200, marking 200 years of Singapore's modern legal system since the 1826 Second Charter of Justice.
- The Singapore Convention on Mediation now has 23 parties, with more countries expected to join soon.
- The UNCITRAL Academy Conference returns on 25 August, exploring the Convention and wider dispute resolution developments.
The Global Legal Post · 79d ago
It is official: Australia suspends work and holiday visas for Spain and 23 other countries
Google News — Spain (nacional) · 79d ago · translated from Spanish
Two lines, two colors, and a European flair in the Thessaloniki Metro
- The Thessaloniki Metro opens its second line (blue) to Kalamaria on 27 August 2026, alongside the existing red line.
- The red line runs from Neos Sidirodromikos Stathmos to Nea Elvetia; the blue line branches at 25 Martiou to reach Mikra via Kalamaria.
- Service pattern is 2-to-1: for every three trains from the central station, two head to Mikra and one to Nea Elvetia.
- The shared central trunk (Sidirodromikos Stathmos to 25 Martiou) gets double frequency due to both lines running together.
- Future extensions are planned to northwestern districts (Evosmos, Kordelio, etc.) and from Mikra to Macedonia Airport.
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Read the full article on Google News — Thessaloniki (local) (in Greek)Google News — Thessaloniki (local) · 80d ago · translated from Greek
SIDSSA gets underway in Cape Town
- SIDSSA 2026, themed 'Shaping the future of municipal infrastructure', starts today in Cape Town.
- The symposium is convened by President Cyril Ramaphosa and hosted by Infrastructure South Africa.
- A site visit to the Cape Flats Aquifer Recharge Project kicks off the event, led by Minister Dean Macpherson.
- SIDSSA 2026 will showcase progress on Strategic Integrated Projects and the Infrastructure Fund pipeline.
- Since 2020, the symposium has helped mobilise funding and address systemic delivery challenges in South Africa.
South African Government News Agency · 80d ago
Trend of foreigners leaving Japan may accelerate under tighter visa rules
Japan Today · 79d ago
United Airlines launches 14 new routes from Chicago O’Hare in 2026
eciks.org · 80d ago
72 countries elect the best sommelier in Lisbon
- Lisbon will host the 18th Best Sommelier of the World from October 11-17, with sommeliers from 72 countries.
- Portugal aims to promote itself as a quality wine country, not a cheap one, said Tiago Paula, president of the Association of Escanções of Portugal.
- The event expects over 3,500 attendees and will feature educational sessions on Portuguese wine diversity.
- Organizers will recycle cork stoppers and cardboard, and partner with Red Wine to reuse wine components as fertilizer to cut carbon footprint.
- This is Portugal's second time hosting the event in nearly 50 years; the last edition was in Paris in 2023 with 68 countries.
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Read the full article on Observador (in Portuguese)Observador · 79d ago · translated from Portuguese
M5.9 quake hits eastern Japan including Tokyo, dozens injured
Japan Wire by Kyodo News · 79d ago
Rosalía gathers thousands in Mexico City for her artistic liturgy
- Rosalía opened her Mexico City leg of the Lux Tour 2026 at the Palacio de los Deportes on Aug. 22, despite rain.
- The concert promotes her 2025 album Lux, blending classical, baroque, flamenco, and pop influences.
- Fans arrived up to six hours early; some from WhatsApp group Las Divas del 22 met in person for the show.
- The set included Motomami hits like Saoko and Despechá, plus a cover of Can't Take My Eyes Off You.
- Rosalía will play four more Palacio de los Deportes shows: Aug. 24, 26, 28, and 29.
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Read the full article on La Jornada — edición nacional (in Spanish)La Jornada — edición nacional · 79d ago · translated from Spanish
Transit Upgrade: Tigerair Taiwan Increases Hakodate Taipei Flight Schedule
Nomad Lawyer · 79d ago
Australia Opens More Job Opportunities Amid Korean Wave... KOTRA Holds 'Australia Job Fair'
- KOTRA held the 2026 Australia Job Fair in Melbourne and Sydney on Aug 20-21, 2026.
- About 50 Australian companies and 210 young job seekers took part in the fair.
- Roughly half of the 40 recruitment categories in Melbourne were in food manufacturing, distribution, and food service.
- Australia raised the working holiday visa age limit for Koreans from 30 to 35 as of July 1.
- KOTRA plans similar job fairs in Vietnam in October and Singapore in November.
아시아경제 · 80d ago
JetSMART Shifts Pereira Flights To Armenia After Quake Disruption
- JetSMART is temporarily moving Pereira flights to Armenia's El Edén Airport after an August 10 earthquake closed Matecaña Airport.
- Affected passengers can change dates, rebook routes, or switch between Pereira and Armenia without penalty in many cases.
- Check if your ticket now lists Armenia (AXM) instead of Pereira (PEI), as the change applies to flights during Matecaña's closure.
- El Edén Airport is about 60-70 km by road from Pereira, so plan extra ground transport time.
- Armenia's airport is smaller and less congested, potentially offering shorter lines and simpler navigation.
thetraveler.org · 79d ago
Singapore to open Chinese heritage gallery and exhibition
- Singapore will open the Singapore Chinese Heritage Gallery in 2031 at the Singapore Conference Hall.
- A joint exhibition on China's Four Great Classical Novels opens at the National Library Singapore in December 2026.
- The exhibition features rare artefacts from the National Library of China, including Tier 1 cultural relics shown outside China for the first time.
- A travelling exhibition introducing the gallery will be at Chinatown Point from Aug 25 to Sept 11, 2026.
- Over 1,000 students have benefited from eased criteria for taking Higher Chinese this year.
The Straits Times · 79d ago
The most conflict-ridden side of the Malaga Fair: drugs, weapons, and 126 brawls intervened by the National Police
Google News — Málaga (local) · 79d ago · translated from Spanish
Dubai RTA Airport Express Line: Six Bidders for Design Contract - News and Statistics
- Six consultancies bid for Dubai RTA's Airport Express Line design contract.
- The rail line would span about 55 km with five stops, linking DXB and DWC airports.
- Stations would offer remote check-in, luggage drop-off, and security checks.
- The route connects to Dubai Metro Red Line, with branches to Al Fardan Exchange and Business Bay.
- Passenger traffic shifts from DXB to DWC, with first expansion stage due in 2032.
IndexBox · 79d ago
Ventura, the seafood restaurant of the new Barcelona Fishermen's Guild, will open in autumn
- Chef Albert Ventura's seafood restaurant 'Ventura' opens at Barcelona's new Fishermen's Guild in late October or early November 2026.
- It will be an informal daytime 'taberna' open Tuesday-Sunday from 9:00 to 19:00, with no dinner service and no reservations.
- The menu focuses on local catch, featuring blue fish, escabeche, fried fish, and 'rancho de a bordo' style dishes.
- Average meal ticket is estimated at 30-35 euros per person, with sharing plates and a central bar.
- The venue spans 292 sqm plus an 80 sqm covered terrace, seating 130-140 people, and is run by Grup Restauració Aventura.
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Read the full article on Google News — Barcelona (local) (in Spanish)Google News — Barcelona (local) · 79d ago · translated from Spanish
The 2026 Malaga Fair leaves 83 detainees and an increase in new-generation drugs
- Málaga Fair 2026 ended with 83 arrests and 391 police reports between Aug 14-23.
- Police noted a rise in new-generation drugs; 315 drug seizures and 38 weapons-related reports.
- Arrests include 9 for public health crimes, 10 for attacking officers, and 8 for sexual freedom crimes.
- Over 2,000 officers conducted nearly 6,700 identifications and checked 110 vehicles.
- Police seized 144 tickets for resale near La Malagueta bullring during the fair.
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Read the full article on Google News — Málaga (local) (in Spanish)Google News — Málaga (local) · 79d ago · translated from Spanish
Looking for a job in Bogotá? Attend the Employability Fair in San Cristóbal this Monday, August 24
- An employability fair will be held in Bogotá's San Cristóbal locality on Monday, August 24, 2026.
- The event runs from 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at Avenida Primero de Mayo with Carrera Décima.
- Attendees can get help updating their résumé, identifying their profile, and accessing training courses.
- Job seekers can apply to vacancies from allied companies through the 'Talento Capital' strategy.
- Preferential attention will be given to residents of specific neighborhoods like El Corinto, Manantial, and Molinos de Oriente.
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Read the full article on Google News — Bogotá (local) (in Spanish)Google News — Bogotá (local) · 79d ago · translated from Spanish
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