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World
Venezuela Earthquake Victims Include Nationals From at Least Six Countries
Portugal, China, Spain, Brazil, Chile and Italy have all confirmed the deaths of their citizens in the disaster, as the overall death toll holds at 920 with around 50,000 people still missing.
CY news
Foot-and-Mouth Restrictions Could Ease Within Weeks as Early Tests Come Back Negative
Authorities are reviewing targeted relaxations of the measures currently in place, with a new decree expected within the next one to two weeks. The Ministry of Agriculture says it is also assessing a fresh request for additional financial support from sheep and goat farmers.
Economy
Fuel Tax Cut Extended to 17 September, Saving Consumers €15.5 Million
The House of Representatives approved the extension on Thursday after most parties requested a longer window than the government had initially proposed, allowing for a review when parliament returns in the autumn.
Phrase ofthe day
“Everything good, everything magical happens between the months of June and August.” – Jenny Han, The Summer I Turned Pretty
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