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Cedar Falls' Dry Run Creek shows what 20 years of watershed work looks like
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CEDAR FALLS — Over the span of two decades, the Cedar Valley community has embraced urban conservation efforts on their properties and in their public spaces in an effort to improve water quality in Dry Run Creek. Rain gardens, rain barrels and...
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Bracing for impact: ASEAN ramps up disaster plans as nature threatens lives and livelihoods
PHNOM PENH: As storms grow fiercer and the ground shakes more often, Southeast Asia is no longer asking if the next disaster will strike — but when. From battered coastlines to flooded villages and quake-ravaged towns, the region is feeling the...
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ASEAN Must Be A Bridge Builder Amid Global Rivalries -- Ramos-Horta
By V. Sankara KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 8 (Bernama) -- ASEAN can play a greater role as a “bridge builder” to ease tensions between major powers and prevent regional conflicts, Timor-Leste President José Ramos-Horta said. In a special interview on Bernama...
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World : ASEAN Must Be A Bridge Builder Amid Global Rivalries -- Ramos-Horta
By V. Sankara KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 8 (Bernama) -- ASEAN can play a greater role as a “bridge builder” to ease tensions between major powers and prevent regional conflicts, Timor-Leste President José Ramos-Horta said. In a special interview on Bernama...
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World : Ramos-horta: Timor-Leste’s Cultural And Societal Diversity To Enrich ASEAN
By V. Sankara KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 8 (Bernama) -- President José Ramos-Horta emphasised that Timor-Leste’s cultural diversity, media freedom and social inclusivity will be valuable assets that strengthen and enrich ASEAN upon its accession to the...
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Ben Morgan’s Pacific Update: Australia’s AI drone fighter MQ-28A Ghost Bat
The MQ-28A Ghost Bat is ‘cutting edge’ technology. A new AI powered drone fighter plane designed to operate with crewed aircraft providing additional surveillance and attack capability. The Ghost Bat programme is also ahead of schedule, and...
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Malaysia Envoy Hails Strong And Enduring Ties With Indonesia
By Mohd Iswandi Kasan Anuar JAKARTA, Oct 8 (Bernama) -- Malaysia’s Ambassador to Indonesia Datuk Syed Mohamad Hasrin Tengku Hussin says bilateral relations between Malaysia and Indonesia are progressing well at all levels, as the relationship...
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Malaysia ready for 47th ASEAN Summit
Kuala Lumpur (VNA) – A total of 84 outcome documents are expected to be issued at the 47th ASEAN Summit and Related Summits, to be held at the Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre from October 26 to 28, according to Malaysia’s Foreign Minister Datuk...
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Papua New Guinea’s rainforest under major threat says new report
KUALA LUMPUR – Millions of hectares of virgin rainforest in Papua New Guinea are under threat due to a contentious permit scheme, environmental groups warned on Oct 14. A new 56-page report by Malaysian-based forestry watchdog RimbaWatch, the...
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Indonesia, FAO continue synergy to boost farmer regeneration
Jakarta (ANTARA) - The Indonesian Ministry of Youth and Sports is continuing its synergy with the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) and other strategic partners in encouraging farmer regeneration in Indonesia. The ministry's Deputy of Youth...
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María Corina Machado’s peace prize follows Nobel tradition of awarding recipients for complex reasons
Few can doubt the courage María Corina Machado has shown in fighting for a return to democracy in Venezuela. The 58-year-old politician and activist is the undisputed leader of the opposition to Nicolás Maduro – a man widely seen as a dictator who...
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Letters: Who are these foreign state actors who want to interfere in our local elections?
Sister cities can be a great way to encourage people-to-people understanding and co-operation. Perhaps we should expand the concept to include the cities of poorer nations like Timor Leste. Little chance of “threat” there! Maire Leadbeater, Mt...
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Oh! Caraga’s Bisaya revolution begins with ‘Bagani sa Gugma’
This is AI generated summarization, which may have errors. For context, always refer to the full article. As Oh! Caraga stages its first full-length solo concert, the Vispop band envisions Cebu as a creative hub where Bisaya music can thrive CEBU...
Owner: Maria A. Ressa & Glenda M. Gloria
World News | WHO South-East Asia Regional Committee Session Begins in Colombo with Focus on Equity, Resilience, Health for All
Colombo [Sri Lanka], October 13 (ANI): The 78th session of the World Health Organisation (WHO) South-East Asia Regional Committee began on Monday in Sri Lanka's Colombo, with health leaders from across the region reaffirming their commitment to...
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The online scam industry: authorities must not forget that perpetrators are often victims too
A Chinese court last month sentenced 11 people to death over their roles in a illegal scam empire along the border with Myanmar. But it won’t end a noxious multibillion-dollar industry that devastates the lives of two sets of victims. The first...
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Tajikistan vs Maldives Prediction and Betting Tips | 9th October 2025
Tajikistan host the Maldives in Dushanbe on Thursday for the 2027 AFC Asian Cup qualifiers, looking to continue their unbeaten run. Ranked 104th in the world, the Tajiks began their campaign with a 1-0 victory over Timor-Leste, with Vahdat Hanonov...
Owner: Nitish Mittersain
84 outcome documents expected from 47th ASEAN Summit in Malaysia
KUALA LUMPUR: A total of 84 outcome documents are expected from the 47th ASEAN Summit and Related Summits. Foreign Minister Datuk Seri Mohamad Hasan said this reflects Malaysia’s commitment as ASEAN Chair to strengthen the regional community’s...
Farmgate Backpackers leads with integrity amid industry challenges
At a time when the agriculture and horticulture industries are again experiencing issues in some southern mainland states, a Bundaberg operation is standing up for workers and farmers. ERLE LEVEY goes to Childers to speak with Bill Darby of...
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84 Outcome Documents Expected From 47th ASEAN Summit - Mohamad
KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 13 (Bernama) -- A total of 84 outcome documents are expected to be issued at the 47th ASEAN Summit and Related Summits to be held at the Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre here from Oct 26 to 28. Foreign Minister Datuk Seri Mohamad...
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