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Beijing extends visa-free entry to more than 70 countries to draw tourists
Macau Daily Times
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July 9, 2025
Foreign tourists are trickling back to China after the country loosened its visa policy to unprecedented levels. Citizens from 74 countries can now enter China for up to 30 days without a visa, a big jump from previous regulations. The government...
Songkran… then boom! Over 50% sales plunge in Pattaya since April as Chinese tourists suddenly disappear
Pattaya Mail
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July 9, 2025
Emerging Indian and Russian tourists offer a hopeful boost amid Pattaya’s economic slowdown. (Photo by Jetsada Homklin) PATTAYA, Thailand – Since April 2025, Pattaya’s local businesses have been struggling amid a sharp downturn, with many...
Expenditures on National Projects in Russia total $35.4 bln as of July 1
TASS
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July 8, 2025
MOSCOW, July 8. /TASS/. Expenditures from the federal budget for the implementation of National Projects in Russia amounted provisionally to 2.78 trillion rubles ($35.4 bln) as of July 1 of this year, the Finance Ministry reports. The figure...
Drone strike kills 3 on Russia's Kursk beach
Xinhua News Agency
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MOSCOW, July 9 (Xinhua) -- A Ukrainian drone strike on Tuesday on a public beach in Russia's Kursk Oblast, which borders Ukraine, killed three people and injured seven others, including a five-year-old child, regional authorities said. Acting...
Stefano Ricci not going to leave Russia — CEO
TASS
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July 8, 2025
ROME, July 8. /TASS/. Stefano Ricci, the Italian brand of deluxe menswear and accessories, continues working in Russia and is not going to leave the Russian market, CEO Niccolo Ricci told TASS. Revenues in Russia plunged by about 40% but this is...
EU sanctions against Russia boomerang back on Europe's economies — Greek politician
TASS
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July 8, 2025
ATHENS, July 8. /TASS/. Europe is replacing energy supplies from Russia with more expensive energy from the United States and other countries, and as a result, EU sanctions are hitting European economies like a boomerang, said Kostas Isikhos,...
Russia Fires Over 100 Drones at Ukrainian Cities Overnight, Killing 10 Civilians and Injuring 38 Amid Escalating War
The Logical Indian
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July 8, 2025
Overnight, Russia launched over 100 drones targeting civilian areas across Ukraine, resulting in at least 10 civilian deaths and 38 injuries, including three children, according to Ukrainian officials. The attacks came amid heightened tensions and...
Petersburg Casino Calling Local Businesses for Roundtable Chat on Partnership Opportunities
Casino.org
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July 8, 2025
Posted on: July 8, 2025, 01:11h. Last updated on: July 8, 2025, 01:22h. Live! Casino & Hotel Virginia is under construction in Petersburg The $600 million casino is slated to open in 2027 Cordish is seeking local business partners The developers...
NHL bans Alex Ovechkin from Russian interviews — fans question league’s motives
The Times of India
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NHL bans Alex Ovechkin from Russian interviews (Image via AP) In a surprising yet strategic move, the NHL has reportedly barred Washington Capitals legend Alex Ovechkin from granting exclusive interviews to Russian media this summer. According to...
James Brennan, James Comey Under Criminal Investigation For Roles in Russia Hoax
TFPP Wire
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July 9, 2025
John Brennan and James Comey are under criminal investigation for their roles in the Trump–Russia probe. Evidence suggests serious misconduct, including false statements to Congress and pushing discredited intelligence for political ends. Key...
Tourism from Shanghai to Beijing: foreign visitors double thanks to visa -free entry
Asia News
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July 8, 2025
According to recently released data, China’s visa-free policy for 75 countries is bearing fruit in the first half of 2025, key to revive the local economy after the COVID-19 pandemic. The largest numbers are from South Korea, Japan, the United...
Good news travels farther this summer: Oregon, nation’s gas prices still heading lower, AAA reports
KTVZ - Oregon
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July 8, 2025
PORTLAND, Ore. (KTVZ) – Gas prices in most states, including Oregon, continue to tick down. Gas prices have been trending lower since late June, even with record travel over the Independence Day holiday period. For the week, the national average...
Tourists from over 70 countries can now visit China without a visa
New York Post
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July 8, 2025
Foreign tourists are trickling back to China after the country loosened its visa policy to unprecedented levels. Citizens from 74 countries can now enter China for up to 30 days without a visa, a big jump from previous regulations. The government...
Russian attack on 7 July damaged 17 cultural heritage sites in Kharkiv – photos
Ukrainska Pravda
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The aftermath of the Russian attack on Kharkiv on 7 July. Photo: Viktor Dvornikov on Facebook Seventeen cultural heritage sites in the historic Zalopan district of Kharkiv were damaged in a Russian attack on 7 July. Architect Viktor Dvornikov said...
Get Russian ship out of Irish waters, says Ward
Dublin People
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July 8, 2025
A Fine Gael TD has called on the Marine Minister to directly intervene and have a Russian vessel anchored off the Irish coast removed. Dún Laoghaire TD Barry Ward has said Minister Timmy Dooley, the Minister of State with responsibility for Marine...
Gas Prices Decline Over Record Travel Weekend
K103 Portland - Oregon
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July 8, 2025
Gas prices in most states, including Oregon, continue to tick down. Gas prices have been trending lower since late June, even with record travel over the Independence Day holiday period. For the week, the national average for regular falls three...
Solo and Safe: The 10 Most Friendly Countries for Independent Travelers
Travelbinger
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July 8, 2025
Solo travel is either the most liberating experience of your life or a lesson in why humans are social creatures. The difference usually comes down to one thing: picking the right destination. Some countries seem designed for solo...
Tourism Authority of Thailand strengthens partnerships with the aviation sector
Travel Daily Media
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July 8, 2025
The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) hosted its Airline Focus Partnership Meeting on Monday, 7th July, to coordinate efforts with over 50 airlines and key tourism stakeholders ahead of the peak travel season in the fourth quarter of the year....
Petersburg tourism group to host information session for the casino
FOX Richmond - Virginia
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Jul. 8, 2025 — PETERSBURG, Va. (WWBT) - Petersburg Area Regional Tourism plans to host an informational event next week about improving business in the area. The group is welcoming local hospitality businesses, retailers, and tourist attractions...
Russia to participate in OSCE Ministerial Council meeting in Vienna in December — diplomat
TASS
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July 8, 2025
MOSCOW, July 8. /TASS/. The Russian side plans to take part in a meeting of the OSCE Ministerial Council to be held in Vienna in December, Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Alexander Grushko said. "The decision to hold the OSCE Ministerial Council...