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UPSC Current Affairs Pointers of the past week | July 14 to July 20, 2025
The Indian Express
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July 21, 2025
UPSC Current Affairs Pointers brings you essential current affairs of the past week, every Monday, to aid you in your Prelims and Mains preparation of UPSC, State PCS, and other competitive examinations. Events — Union Minister of Youth Affairs &...
How discovery of 2,000-year-old tomb transformed Al Ain Museum
The National News
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Al Ain Museum is undergoing a remarkable transformation. Guided by UAE-based Dabbagh Architects' design vision and inspired by recent archaeological discoveries, the redevelopment promises an immersive visitor experience – including 'live...
Vast Majority Priced Out of Reykjavík’s New Apartments
Iceland Review
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July 19, 2025
A new government report has revealed that the vast majority of people in Iceland cannot afford to finance a new apartment in the capital region, despite a growing number of properties on the market. According to the Housing and Public Works...
Scandinavian Minimalist Design Gains Ground in Cairo Homes
Egyptian Streets
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July 19, 2025
In Egypt, where daily life is shaped by constant commotion and movement, a growing segment of Egyptians is turning to minimalist interior design. Originating in the 1930s in Denmark, Sweden, Norway, Finland, and Iceland, the style of design was...
How Do You Measure Up?
Zero Hedge
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How does average penis size compare across different countries? This infographic, via Visual Capitalist's Marcus Lu, maps global data on average erect penis length, offering a visual ranking of 142 countries. The data for this visualization was...
2026 World Cup: Who has qualified and who can make it?
Frontier Media - Alaska
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We are one year away from the 2026 FIFA World Cup and the battle for qualification is in full gear. And while the definitive list of the 48 teams that will participate in the largest edition of the tournament hasn't been set, we do know the teams...
Rainbow armbands are proving divisive at Euro 2025
The Globe and Mail
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July 20, 2025
Open this photo in gallery:Switzerland's Lia Waelti, wearing a team captain rainbow armband, applauds the fans at the end of the Women's Euro 2025 quarterfinals soccer match between Spain and Switzerland at Stadion Wankdorf in Bern,...
New music this week: Songs from Loreen, Brunette, Mae Muller and more
wiwibloggs
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July 20, 2025
Summer is the quiet period for Eurovision fans as we wait for the new season to commence. Thankfully, the music will always continue and a number of Eurovision artists are still producing new songs for us to enjoy. Contrary to the commonly...
Italy overcome Lithuania to claim FIBA U20 EuroBasket 2025 title
FIBA Basketball
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HERAKLION (Greece) - Italy were crowned FIBA U20 EuroBasket champions for the first time since 2013 after defeating Lithuania in Sunday's Final. They led for the majority of the contest, including by 16 points at half-time, on their way to...
European visa waiver: when must I apply for an Etias and how will travel from the UK work?
The Independent
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July 20, 2025
Your support helps us to tell the story From reproductive rights to climate change to Big Tech, The Independent is on the ground when the story is developing. Whether it's investigating the financials of Elon Musk's pro-Trump PAC or producing our...
'After 48 hours in my city job I was broken. But not for the reason you think.'
Mamamia
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July 20, 2025
I moved to London four months ago with two big suitcases, a medium-sized bank account, and a zest for life like no other. But now I sit here writing, to whoever might stumble across this, feeling burnt, battered, and a bit bruised. Of course, it...
Reeves to defy Labour MPs’ calls for a wealth tax
The Times
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Rachel Reeves is expected to reject pressure from left-wing Labour MPs to implement a wealth tax after cabinet ministers warned that it would not raise any money because wealthy people would simply leave the UK. The chancellor is being pressed by...
Small and medium businesses in Grindavík plan to sue the state
Iceland Monitor
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July 18, 2025
Small and medium-sized businesses in Grindavík intend to file a damages lawsuit against the Icelandic state due to repeated closures of the town in recent years. “Of course, not everyone has joined yet, but quite a few companies are involved and...
United Airlines' 1st Airbus A321XLR Delivery Is Delayed Again
Simple Flying
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July 20, 2025
United Airlines will not receive its first Airbus A321XLR delivery until the summer of 2026, according to the airline’s earnings call on June 17, 2025. United Airlines has 50 A321XLR aircraft on order. The Chicago-based carrier had previously...
Sir Jim Ratcliffe 'request' turned down by Ruben Amorim as Man United priorities clear
Manchester Evening News
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July 18, 2025
Ruben Amorim has reportedly declined an invitation from Sir Jim Ratcliffe to accompany the Manchester United leadership team on a trip to Iceland, choosing instead to concentrate fully on pre-season preparations. As he gears up for his first full...
Inside Norway’s Big Hydropower Plans
Oil Price
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July 20, 2025
Norway has major plans to expand its hydropower capacity through expansion projects and new developments. The Scandinavian country, which is well-known for its strong and diverse energy sector, recently announced plans to collaborate with the...
Why rainbow armbands are dividing opinion at Women’s Euro 2025
The Indian Express
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July 20, 2025
For a symbol meant to promote tolerance and inclusion, rainbow coloured captain’s armbands at the Women’s European Championship are actually proving to be more divisive, with some captains wearing them, and others preferring not to. The rainbow...
Devin Booker watches live volcanic eruption as Phoenix Suns rebuild around their all-time leading scorer
The Times of India
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Devin Booker is now in Phoenix Suns (Image via Instagram / @dbook) NBA player Devin Booker is currently having a memorable time in Iceland. In the nation known for its frigid landscapes and furious volcanoes, the Phoenix Suns guard was seen on...
Record-Breaking UEFA Women’s Euro Attendances Surpass Previous Edition
Forbes
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ZURICH, SWITZERLAND - JULY 09: The LED board displays a new record attendance of 287,438 during the ... More UEFA Women's EURO 2025 Group D match between England and Netherlands at Stadion Letzigrund on July 09, 2025 in Zurich, Switzerland. (Photo...
From Ayurveda to gua sha - the ancient wellness practices that have stood the test of time
Woman & Home
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July 20, 2025
Many ancient wellness practices have been around for thousands of years and remain popular in the modern world thanks to their effectiveness and roots in holistic health. "In a world steeped in modernity and rapid advancements, there's a magnetic...