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Cape Verde's World Cup hangover, Portugal wins without Ronaldo & more: Takeaways from FIFA international window

Cape Verde's World Cup hangover, Portugal wins without Ronaldo & more: Takeaways from FIFA international window

After the longest-ever international window, USA TODAY Sports takes a look at one item from each continent.
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Cannes Winning Producer Giancarlo Nasi: U.S. Indie Filmmakers Are Turning to International Co-Production Funds

Cannes Winning Producer Giancarlo Nasi: U.S. Indie Filmmakers Are Turning to International Co-Production Funds

Even U.S. independent filmmakers are lining up for international public funds from Canada, Mexico, Latin America and European countries now, Chilean producer Giancarlo Nasi told attendees at his Industry Masterclass “Exploring the Art and Strategy of International Co-Productions,” which took place at the Vancouver International Film Festival (VIFF) on Oct 2. As private financing dries […]
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Chile Projects $6 Billion Investment Through Paris Agreement's Article 6

Chile Projects $6 Billion Investment Through Paris Agreement's Article 6

Chile anticipates attracting approximately $6 billion in investment through Article 6 of the Paris Agreement in the coming years, according to an estimate from the Ministry of Environment. This projection was cited by Cristian Mosella, co-founder and CEO of Chilean carbon project developer EnergyLab, at the Chile Carbon Forum in Santiago. This new figure significantly updates a previous estimate of $1.4 billion mobilized through Article 6.2 as of January. Chile has already established a bilateral agreement with Switzerland and is in discussions with Japan for its Joint Crediting Mechanism (JCM) and with Singapore. The country expects to issue around 17 or 18 Letters of Authorisation (LoAs) for Article 6.2 carbon projects by the end of 2026, facilitating international credit sales and supporting national climate targets. Projects under the agreement with Switzerland involve technology-based activities, while Japan has financed renewable energy projects. Singapore could provide an avenue for Chile to incorpo...
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Portugal jumps into top 5 of FIFA world rankings

Portugal jumps into top 5 of FIFA world rankings

By Field Level Media Oct 07 (Field Level Media) - Portugal was the only team that moved up in the top 10 of the updated FIFA/Coca-Cola World Rankings on Wednesday, climbing two spots to No. 5.
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Workers at Chile's Centinela Copper Mine Initiate Strike After Failed Negotiations

Workers at Chile's Centinela Copper Mine Initiate Strike After Failed Negotiations

Workers at Chile's Centinela Copper Mine Initiate Strike After Failed Negotiations
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Mexico Faces Significant Credit Gap Hindering Economic Growth

Mexico Faces Significant Credit Gap Hindering Economic Growth

Mexico Faces Significant Credit Gap Hindering Economic Growth
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Raquel da Cunha Recuero Appointed to International Panel on the Information Environment Ethics Committee

Raquel da Cunha Recuero Appointed to International Panel on the Information Environment Ethics Committee

Raquel da Cunha Recuero has been appointed as a member of the Ethics Committee for the International Panel on the Information Environment (IPIE) for the 2024/2025 term. Recuero is a distinguished academic with a Ph.D. in Communication and Information from the Federal University of Rio Grande do Sul (2006), and master's and bachelor's degrees in Communication and Journalism, as well as a law degree. She coordinates the MIDIARS research laboratory, focusing on Media, Discourse, and Social Network Analysis. Her extensive background includes serving as Vice-President of Compós (2021-2022) and an Open Seat on the Executive Board of the Association of Internet Researchers (2021-2023). Additionally, she is a member of the CNPq Communication Advisory Committee (2024-2027) and the advisory board for the Oxford Intersections book series by Oxford University Press. Recuero has also consulted for numerous international research agencies, including the Social Science Research Council and the European Research Council, ...
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EU External Action Service Seeks Information Systems Officer to Counter Foreign Information Manipulation

EU External Action Service Seeks Information Systems Officer to Counter Foreign Information Manipulation

The European External Action Service (EEAS) is seeking to hire an Information Systems Officer for its Information Integrity & Countering Foreign Information Manipulation and Interference Division (GII.GLOBAL.STRAT.4). This division is tasked with defending the EU's values and interests by addressing Foreign Information Manipulation and Interference (FIMI) through data monitoring and analysis. The new officer will play a leading role in designing and implementing technical developments to support data-driven analysis and responses to counter FIMI. This includes optimizing analysis production, activating response workflows, leading AI-based solutions, and managing the Situational Awareness Hub toolkit for FIMI detection and investigation. The role emphasizes a data-driven approach to counter FIMI, including the creation of analytical resources, visualizations, and technical responses, and overseeing projects with external contractors.
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Rio Tinto Accelerates Mining Technology with New Startup Cohort, Including U.S. Firms

Rio Tinto Accelerates Mining Technology with New Startup Cohort, Including U.S. Firms

Rio Tinto Accelerates Mining Technology with New Startup Cohort, Including U.S. Firms
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Why is Gilberto Mora not playing for Mexico vs Chile tonight?

Why is Gilberto Mora not playing for Mexico vs Chile tonight?

Gilberto Mora will once again be forced to watch as Mexico faces Chile in a friendly on Tuesday, Oct. 6.
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New Research Emphasizes Engagement Style Over Screen Time in Social Media's Impact on Mental Health

New Research Emphasizes Engagement Style Over Screen Time in Social Media's Impact on Mental Health

A recent study by Dr. Jason Hill of the University of Exeter highlights that the impact of social media on mental health is more closely tied to the style of engagement rather than merely the amount of time spent online. The research, published in the journal Computers in Human Behavior Reports, involved 304 adults who self-reported symptoms of depression and anxiety, alongside their social media engagement styles and mindfulness levels. The findings indicate that associations between social media use and depressive and anxiety symptoms depend on the cognitive, emotional, and behavioral quality of engagement. For depression, time spent on social media appeared more significant in explaining links with cognitive and behavioral engagement, while for anxiety, emotional engagement played a larger role. This suggests that interventions solely focused on reducing screen time may not fully address the psychological mechanisms linking social media use to mental health.
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Rio Tinto and Founders Factory Announce Five New Startups for Mining Tech Accelerator

Rio Tinto and Founders Factory Announce Five New Startups for Mining Tech Accelerator

Rio Tinto and Founders Factory Announce Five New Startups for Mining Tech Accelerator