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12659 STORIES · UPDATED 15D AGOEuropean thyroid congress gathers experts in Porto in September
- The 47th Annual Meeting of the European Thyroid Association (ETA) will be held in Porto, Portugal, from September 5 to 8, 2026.
- The congress takes place at the Alfândega do Porto Congress Centre and focuses on the latest research in thyroidology, including basic, translational, and clinical research.
- The event aims to foster scientific discussion and collaboration among European and international experts, presenting new knowledge with potential impact on thyroid disease research and clinical pract
- The European Thyroid Association, founded in 1965, promotes basic and clinical research in thyroid diseases and holds its annual scientific meeting regularly.
- The local organization of the 2026 congress is chaired by Paula Soares from Porto; the scientific program and participation details are available on the official ETA 2026 website.
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Read the full article on Google Notícias — Porto (cobertura local) (in Portuguese)Google Notícias — Porto (cobertura local) · 19d ago · translated from Portuguese
Penang enforces Private Accommodation By‑Laws, vows crackdown on unlicensed short‑term rentals
- Penang is the first Malaysian state to enforce the Private Accommodation By-Laws, effective Aug 1, 2026.
- Annual licence fee is RM1,000 for up to three rooms, plus RM200 per additional room, with an RM50 application fee.
- Private accommodation fee is RM1,800 per year per unit; violators face compounds up to RM2,000, jail up to one year, or both.
- Local councils can inspect, investigate, enter, and shut down premises violating the rules.
- MyBHA urges MCMC and agencies to remove ads for unlicensed short-term rentals and supports bans in stratified residential properties.
Malay Mail — Malaysia section · 19d ago
Jetstar to launch direct Melbourne–Colombo flights tomorrow
- Jetstar launches its first-ever Sri Lanka service with direct Melbourne–Colombo flights starting tomorrow, August 25.
- The inaugural JQ5 departs Melbourne at 12:00 pm and arrives in Colombo at 5:50 pm; return JQ6 leaves at 7:50 pm, arriving next day at 10:00 am.
- Flights operate three times weekly on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays using Boeing 787 Dreamliner aircraft.
- Jetstar calls it Australia's only low-cost direct link to Sri Lanka, offering over 100,000 seats annually.
- Hayleys Aviation will serve as Jetstar's General Sales Agent in Sri Lanka.
Newswire · 19d ago
Mexico City to host the AAPG Latin America Geothermal Systems Workshop
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Suspects blow up gas station and exchange gunfire with police in João Pessoa; VIDEO
- Criminals blew up a fuel station's safe and exchanged gunfire with police in João Pessoa on Aug 24, 2026.
- The attack happened around 3:40 a.m. between the Bancários and Altiplano neighborhoods; the safe's masonry structure was destroyed.
- Security cameras showed two men arriving first on a motorcycle to set off the blast, then two more pairs on bikes collecting cash about 20 minutes later.
- The station manager told police about R$40,000 was stolen; police arrested one man found near the scene.
- This is the second explosion at the same station this year—the previous one occurred on April 27, when about R$65,000 was in the safe.
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Read the full article on Google Notícias — João Pessoa (cobertura local) (in Portuguese)Google Notícias — João Pessoa (cobertura local) · 19d ago · translated from Portuguese
2026 Taiwan Jewellery & Gem Fair to Take Place in November
The Manila Times · 19d ago
SKY Announces First Airbus A321XLR Route and Boosts Connectivity from Peru and Chile
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Two held after Chinese woman escapes alleged abduction
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Korean Air to launch daily Seoul-Hiroshima service
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Through the investment plan for the Ring Road 5 - Hanoi Capital Region, with many specific mechanisms and policies.
- Vietnam's National Assembly approved Ring Road 5 investment on Aug 24, 2026, with 92.6% delegate support.
- The project is a public investment with a preliminary total of 288,268 billion VND, covering about 349 km across 7 provinces/cities.
- Investment preparation starts in 2026, implementation in 2027, with completion targeted before 2035.
- Special mechanisms include exemption from funding source appraisal and allowing direct contracting for project packages.
- The Standing Committee can adjust the investment policy, except for central budget increases, which need Assembly approval.
Vietnam.vn · 19d ago
System of a Down, Faith No More set one-night-only Rio de Janeiro show for January 2027
Dailyfly News · 19d ago
Brazil falls behind in analysis of residency programs for foreign investors
- Brazil ranked 7th among 11 Latin American countries in a residency-by-investment program analysis.
- Panama topped the list, followed by Paraguay and the Dominican Republic; Chile came last.
- Brazil's investment thresholds are low: $30,000 for innovation, $100,000 for companies, or $125,000 in real estate.
- Brazil requires 30 days of physical presence per year, versus 180 days in Colombia and Chile.
- Brazil attracted 40% of Latin America's foreign direct investment in 2025, totaling $77.67 billion.
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Read the full article on Google Notícias — Brazil (cobertura nacional) (in Portuguese)Google Notícias — Brazil (cobertura nacional) · 19d ago · translated from Portuguese
Alstom, Siemens and Hitachi Rail Shortlisted for Australia’s First High-Speed Trains
Railway-News · 19d ago
SkyUp launches the nonstop Milan Bergamo-Chisinau flight
Google News — Milan (local) · 19d ago
Severe riots, including attacks on the Police, during the festivities of Sitges (Barcelona)
- Severe riots broke out overnight in Sitges (Barcelona) during the Fiesta Mayor, with attacks on police.
- Groups of youths clashed on Passeig de la Ribera, throwing objects at officers and using barricades of containers and portable toilets.
- The violence forced a delay of the Matinal parade, originally scheduled for 6:00 a.m. on August 24, 2026.
- Mossos d'Esquadra deployed Brimo and ARRO units plus local police to control the disturbances.
- The Sitges city council condemned the riots, which caused public order issues and damage to street furniture, but the Fiesta Mayor continued.
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Read the full article on El Mundo — Portada (in Spanish)El Mundo — Portada · 19d ago · translated from Spanish
Chiang Mai Chamber of Commerce pushes ฿150 billion Longevity Economy, aims to make city a global wellness hub
Chiang Mai Citylife · 19d ago
Siemens first Sydney Metro train arrives in Australia
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