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 Vietnam Cracks Down on Dissent: Two Prominent Facebook Users Arrested

In a move that underscores Vietnam’s ongoing struggle with dissent and freedom of expression, authorities have detained two prominent figures known for their outspoken views on Facebook. The arrest of ex-reporter Truong Huy San, aged 62, and lawyer Tran Dinh Trien, aged 65, signals a tightening grip on online speech in the Communist-ruled nation. Official …

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Nigerians Awarded Free Month of Pay-TV Amid Legal Battle

In a groundbreaking verdict, a Nigerian consumer tribunal has slapped Africa’s largest pay-TV operator, MultiChoice Group, with a hefty fine of 150 million naira ($107,142.86) for flouting court directives. The tribunal further mandated MultiChoice to grant its subscribers a complimentary month of service. The legal skirmish ensued after MultiChoice, renowned for its DSTV and GOTV …

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Al Wusta Crackdown: Over 100 Workers Apprehended for Labour Law Breaches

In a recent sweep by the Joint Inspection Team in Al Wusta Governorate, authorities have detained 110 workers on charges of flouting labour regulations, as confirmed by the Ministry of Labour (MOL). According to the ministry, the crackdown unfolded under the vigilant eye of the Office of the Joint Inspection Team at the General Directorate …

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Abu Dhabi Tightens Food and Fodder Safety Controls

In a sweeping move to modernize its regulatory framework, the Abu Dhabi Agriculture and Food Safety Authority (ADAFSA) has enacted new measures for the sampling, control, and inspection of food and fodder across the emirate. The decision mandates the establishment of stringent controls for sampling procedures, directing ADAFSA’s Director General to ensure that qualified personnel …

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Abu Dhabi Tightens Grip on Food and Fodder Safety with New Sampling Regulations

In a move to bolster food and fodder safety across the Emirate, the Abu Dhabi Agriculture and Food Safety Authority (ADAFSA) has issued a new directive to streamline and modernize sampling procedures. The initiative is designed to enhance control and inspection measures from production through to the trade stages, ensuring high standards throughout the food …

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Diplomatic Rift Deepens as Benin Arrests Five Nigeriens Amid Oil Dispute

Near the Benin-Nigeria border in Seme-Krake, the charred ruins of a contraband fuel depot tell a grim tale. On September 23, 2023, an explosion at the site claimed 34 lives, leaving behind a scene of devastation marked by thick, black smoke and numerous burnt remains. This tragic event set the backdrop for escalating tensions between …

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South Africa’s Political Storm: Minister Faces Corruption Charges Amid Coalition Talks

In the heart of South Africa’s political upheaval, Sports, Arts, and Culture Minister Zizi Kodwa found himself under the harsh glare of the legal spotlight. Charged with corruption alongside a close companion, his once-promising career now hangs by a thread. The saga unfolded as the ruling ANC grappled with the aftermath of a dismal electoral …

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Victory for the Underdog: McDonald’s Chicken ‘Big Mac’ Loses Trademark Battle

In a David versus Goliath legal saga, McDonald’s, the fast-food giant, faced a formidable opponent in an Irish fast-food chain, Supermac’s, over the trademark rights to the famous “Big Mac” moniker. The battleground? The European Union. The clash of titans commenced back in 2017 when Supermac’s boldly sought to strip McDonald’s of its exclusive claim …

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