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Germany and Belgium look set for finals, while France still has work to do
Gov't Propaganda
China Daily
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A rat evades the clutches of Belgium's Thibaut Courtois after running onto the pitch during a UEFA World Cup qualifying match in Cardiff, Wales, on Monday. REUTERS Injury-hit France was held to a 2-2 draw by Iceland in 2026 World Cup qualifying on...
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Entry-Exit System has been introduced by EU
The new Entry-Exit System (EES) requires non-EU travellers to provide biometric data, replacing passport stamping and enhancing border security across Schengen countries. the European Union has introduced the Entry-Exit System (EES), a Europe-wide...
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Trade agreement between India and European entity enters into force
The Ministry of Commerce and Industry detailed in a statement that the agreement was signed on March 10 last year in New Delhi and stressed the importance of EFTA, comprising Iceland, Liechtenstein, Norway and Switzerland, as a regional grouping...
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'Balanced Deal': Swiss State Secy, Norway's Envoy React As India-EFTA Trade Deal Comes Into Effect
he India-EFTA Trade and Economic Partnership Agreement (TEPA) takes effect, reducing tariffs on 92.2% of Indian goods. The pact, signed last year, covers Switzerland, Norway, Iceland, and Liechtenstein, and aims to boost trade and investment. EFTA...
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India-EFTA trade pact explained: Tariff cuts, sectoral benefits, and investment commitments
India's free trade agreement (FTA) with four-nation bloc, European Free Trade Association (EFTA) comes into effect from Wednesday. It is aimed at boosting two-way commerce and investments. The EFTA members are Iceland, Liechtenstein, Norway, and...
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Explainer: India’s Free Trade Agreement With EFTA Bloc
Representational Photo New Delhi-India’s free trade agreement (FTA) with four European nation bloc European Free Trade Association (EFTA) comes into effect. It is aimed at boosting two-way commerce and investments. The EFTA members are Iceland,...
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Scammers Are Targeting Travelers to Europe
You don’t have to pay yet. On Oct. 12, the European Union (EU) implemented the Entry/Exit System (EES) after long delays. Under the new regulation, 29 Schengen countries will require non-EU travelers to register at border entry and exit points....
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The 'game changer' travel hack that uses an app already on your phone
By MARTI STELLING, REPORTER Published: 05:44 EDT, 14 October 2025 | Updated: 09:06 EDT, 14 October 2025 When travelling, it can be difficult to manage spending due to currency conversions. The golden rule of always paying in the local currency...
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Job Creation, New Opportunities: India’s Free Trade Agreement With Four European Union Nations Comes Into Force
Union Minister Piyush Goyal (File image) Photo : Twitter The free trade agreement between India and the European Free Trade Association (EFTA) countries (Iceland, Liechtenstein, Norway, and Switzerland) has officially come into effect, announced...
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Why the world's WORST international team can take a big step towards the World Cup - but only if they LOSE heavily under bizarre qualifying rules
By MICHAEL PAVITT, SPORTS REPORTER Published: 08:49 EDT, 14 October 2025 | Updated: 08:50 EDT, 14 October 2025 International football's lowest ranked side San Marino still possess a possible path to the FIFA World Cup under qualification rules -...
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UK tourists issued update on when holiday hotspot will roll out new EU border rules
Majorca is set to launch the EES in the coming weeks(Image: Getty Images) As the EU rolls out new border entry rules, UK tourists have been issued an update on when a popular holiday hotspot will launch the new system. From Sunday, October 12, the...
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U.S. passport no longer one of the top 10 most powerful
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What is the difference between legal, illegal and irregular migration?
The Government has vowed one of its top priorities is to stop illegal migration, with US President Donald Trump even wading into the debate to say an option would be to call in the military. Here, the PA news agency takes a look at some of the...
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Asylum and immigration in the UK: Key terms and definitions
The topic of migration often involves technical words and phrases whose meaning can seem unclear or be open to misinterpretation, such as the difference between a migrant and an asylum seeker, or the concept of “leave to remain”. Here, the PA news...
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Land(s) of sharp minds: Top 10 countries with the highest IQ in the world
Countries with high average IQs, like Japan and Taiwan, often boast strong education systems and innovation, influencing global industries. These rankings highlight how nations cultivate thinking skills to boost economies and societies, offering...
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South Africa falls to near bottom of latest Global Safety Index
South Africa has slipped dramatically down the latest Global Safety Index. The country has fallen 50 places to sit in the bottom quarter of the global rankings at number 129, with a score of 44.7 out of 100. This is according to the 2025 report...
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India expects boost to agri-exports, access for skilled professionals with EFTA trade deal
India's Trade and Economic Partnership Agreement (TEPA) with the European Free Trade Association (EFTA) is slated to come into force from 1st October. The EFTA bloc comprises Switzerland, Iceland, Norway, and Liechtenstein. Under the TEPA, EFTA...
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The joy of qualifying belongs to the few, not the powerful
Center-left
The Observer
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The announcement will come as a bit of a shock in Torshavn. These have been a heady few days in the Faroe Islands. On Thursday, the archipelago’s national team thrashed Montenegro in World Cup qualifying. On Sunday, a late goal from Martin...
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Estos son los 10 pasaportes más poderosos del mundo. El de EE.UU. ya no forma parte de la lista
Por Maureen O’Hare, CNN ¿Qué hace que un pasaporte sea “poderoso”? Bueno, una medida clara es la apertura para viajar, la capacidad de acceder a destinos de todo el mundo con solo pasar el documento, sin necesidad de visa. El Índice de Pasaportes...
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Wales notebook: Defeat to Belgium dents World Cup qualifying dream - but all is not lost
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Radio X
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14 October 2025, 07:20 Where does this leave Wales' hopes of reaching next year's World Cup? Dented, but far from over. The simple and quick route has been shut off by Belgium, who now hold all the aces going into November's final round of games....
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