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Mar 1, 2014
AFRICA
Namibia: Parents warned about for-profit educational institutions that lack accreditation. Read local at Windhoek Observer.
Ghana: The National Democratic Congress has been accused of not paying cocoa farmers enough for their work while the cost of living is increasing. Read local at Daily Guide.
Libya: The interim government released a new law that will compensate rape victims of the 2011 protests. These people will also be recognized as war victims. Read local at The Tripoli List.
THE AMERICAS
United States: Youths march on the White House in protest against the Keystone XL Pipeline. Some will participate in a sit-in, risking arrest. Read local at The New York Times.
Brazil: Colorful street parties called blocos are taking place around the country as annual celebrations ramps up. Read local at The Rio Times.
Jamaica: The government made big cuts to the 2013/2014 budget, doubling analysts’ predictions. This will have an impact on ministries and other agencies. Read local at Jamaica Observer.
ASIA
India: To meet growing domestic demand for oil, the country is looking to build undersea pipelines in collaboration with Oman and Iran. Read local at The Times of India.
Myanmar: Shortly after breaking the news that it was being expelled from the country, the humanitarian-aid NGO Médecins Sans Frontières has been allowed back in all parts of Myanmar except conflict-ridden Rakhine. Read more at Associated Press.
Japan: For the first time in the history of Okinawa, two banks were hacked and 23 million Yen was stolen. Read local at Japan Update.
EUROPE
Austria: The remains of an ancient Roman gladiator school were discovered on the banks of the river Danube, Vienna. Read local at the Vienna Times.
Spain: In a recent address to the nation, President Mariano Rajoy revealed new measures to stimulate the Spanish economy, including tax exemptions and changes in social security contributions. Read local at Costa News.
Russia: The Federation Council has unanimously approved Putin’s request to use military intervention in Ukraine in order to prevent harm to Russian citizens in the country. Read local at The Moscow Times.
MIDDLE EAST
Saudi Arabia: The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and the Maldives have pledged to enhance bilateral cooperation to fight against terrorism. Read local at Saudi Gazette.
Jordan: The country expects to sign a final agreement within a few weeks with Estonia’s Eesti Energia AS for the construction of a power plant that burns shale oil in order to help Jordan meet its electricity demands. Read local at The Jordan Times.
Iran: On Monday Iranian industry leaders met in Austria with representatives of the country’s private and public sectors, striking a deal with over 700 Austrian companies. Read local at Mehr News.
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