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How shadowy Russian and US groups are pouring billions into the systematic destruction of women’s rights globally
A highly organised and well-funded campaign to strip women of their rights is gaining global momentum. “Reject harmful sex education in South Africa!” reads the headline of a petition launched in August this year. “The South African Department of...
Stock market index loses half a percent
Ljubljana, 24 October - The SBI TOP benchmark index on the Ljubljana Stock Exchange lost 0.47% to close at 2,502.25 points on Friday as more than half of the blue chips posted losses. Total turnover stood at EUR 1.74 million with pharma company...
Growth accelerates: Basic-Fit becomes Europe’s largest gym chain
Dutch fitness giant Basic-Fit has announced the acquisition of Clever Fit, a major European gym franchise operating 493 clubs across Germany, Austria, Switzerland, Slovenia, Romania, Croatia, and the Czech Republic. The €160 million transaction,...
Why this contraceptive could cost you less by the weekend
Australians will soon have subsidised access to another form of contraception from this weekend. Health Minister Mark Butler has announced the NuvaRing will be listed on the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (PBS) from November 1 (this Saturday). The...
MPs pass psychotherapy bill
Ljubljana, 23 October - The National Assembly passed on Thursday a contentions psychotherapy bill that saw mental health experts divided over a number of issues, most notably qualifications. Moreover, the bill's passage was deferred over suspicion...
Stock market index up 1.15%
Ljubljana, 22 October - The SBI TOP benchmark index of the Ljubljana Stock Exchange gained 1.15% to close at 2,536.10 points on Wednesday, as the majority of the blue chips posted gains. Total turnover stood at EUR 6.9 million, with pharma company...
Vzajemna transformation to be completed in early 2026
Ljubljana, 22 October - The mutual health insurer Vzajemna held its first annual general meeting on Wednesday, appointing a new supervisory board as part of its transformation into a joint-stock company. The management expects the transformation...
Monte Rosso: A Family Dream Reborn on Istria’s Red Hill
Summary Davor Duboković, co-owner of the Monte Rosso estate in Croatia, discusses the success of his family’s olive oil production business, which has roots dating back over a century. The estate has become one of the largest and most...
The 9 best European cities you have never visited, picked by travel experts
Thanks to our surveys and research, at Which? Travel we have all the data and knowledge you would ever need to pick your next trip to one of the UK or Europe’s most popular holiday destinations. Every year we ask thousands of holidaymakers to rate...
Swansea City 'livewire' delights Alan Sheehan and the tactical tweak we could see more of
Ben Cabango, Zan Vipotnik, Swansea City manager Alan Sheehan and Lawrence Vigouroux of Swansea City celebrate their win over Norwich Swansea City boss Alan Sheehan says 'livewire' Zan Vipotnik is a player enjoying his football, following the...
'Some very talented players' - Swans catch ailing Canaries at the right time
Sheehan’s side had only won one of their previous seven league games but the Slovenian international - who is keeping former City striker Adam Idah out of the Swans' line up - cashed in on more generous Canaries’ concessions. “Norwich is a good...
Doncic equals Michael Jordan and Wilt Chamberlain: "It's crazy"
JOSÉ LUIS MARTÍNEZ SCOTT HARRIS Actualizado 25/10/2025 - 04:28 CDT When this summer the spectacular images of Luka Doncic working out in the gym and showing off a sculpted body appeared on the cover of Men's Health magazine, many did not take him...
<![CDATA[The Most-Favored-Nation Policy: Outlook and Implications Beyond U.S.]]>
On May 12th, 2025, United States (U.S.) President Donald Trump signed an Executive Order1 accompanied by a Fact Sheet2 to implement a “Most Favored Nation (MFN)” drug pricing approach intended to lower U.S. prescription drug costs by tying their...
Psychotherapy now properly regulated
The National Assembly has passed a bill that regulates psychotherapy, making its role in the public health system much more prominent. The contentious proposal has seen mental health experts divided over a number of issues, most notably...
Europe's top 20 hot springs
Sliding into a bathtub after a long day is one of life’s little luxuries – but there’s nothing quite like the restorative high from a dip in a natural thermal pool. From Iceland’s renowned Blue Lagoon to ancient sulfur streams in the Pyrenees,...
EIB Group donates €750 000 to support humanitarian relief in Gaza
(Credit: Unsplash) This article is published in association with European Investment Bank. Donation to be channelled through international NGOs, with a strong focus on medical and nutritional support. Aid to go to vulnerable groups most in need....
Closing the Gap: Managing Journal Entry Risk in the Record-to-Report Process
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Underpaid? The highest and lowest ranking sectors for employee pay satisfaction in Europe
Is the average European worker's dream to become a clerk in the Netherlands? There's no study to prove it, but one thing's clear: no other group of employees in Europe feels happier with their pay. Dutch administrative and support services workers...
Bafana Bafana’s class of 2002: Where are they now?
Four years after making their historic debut at the 1998 World Cup in France, South Africa returned to football’s grandest stage – this time in Korea and Japan. Led by the ever-reliable Lucas “Rhuu” Radebe and guided by caretaker coach Jomo Sono,...
New York City Fun & Culture: Things to Do in NYC for November 2025
Kick off November with the Great Pumpxkin Smash at Hudson River Park. Get out and about to find exciting fun and culture in New York City during the month of November 2025. Things to Do in NYC November 2025 Saturday, November 1 (noon-3 p.m.)...