Latest News of AFAR
UK seeks to improve seafarer employment rights with new law
By Yahoo! Finance |
2 days ago
The UK government has introduced an Employment Rights Bill to provide stronger wage and collective dismissal protections for seafarers, aiming to end 'fire and rehire' practices and enhance redundancy...
As Pittsburgh native rides out Hurricane Milton at Florida home, his brother watches from afar
By CBS News |
2 days ago
Two brothers from Western Pennsylvania, now living in Florida, dealt with Hurricane Milton differently. Gary evacuated to Pennsylvania, while CJ stayed prepared in Sarasota. Both faced uncertainty and...
Mastercard (NYSE:MA) Strengthens Market Position with Safaricom Alliance Despite Valuation Concerns
By Yahoo! Finance |
4 days ago
Mastercard's financial performance shows a 13% revenue increase and 24% net income rise. While strategic partnerships drive growth, high debt levels and slower earnings forecast pose challenges. The c...
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Rare 886-acre 'safari' in Texas with its own exotic wildlife lists...
By New York Post | 5 days agoA luxurious 886-acre ranch in Texas Hill Country named 3 Creeks Ranch is listed for $42.5 million. The property features a mix of luxury, wildlife, and history, including exotic animals, historic home...
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Lafarge opens low-carbon fuel facility at Alberta plant | Globalnews.ca
By Global News | 1 week agoLafarge Canada Inc. has introduced a new $38-million facility in Exshaw, Alta., to convert construction waste into power for cement production. This initiative aims to reduce reliance on fossil fuels,...
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UK Palestinians on the nightmare of watching war unfold from afar
By The Guardian | 1 week agoA woman from a family held hostage by Hamas expresses the pain and trauma they endure due to the conflict in Gaza. Despite facing losses and displacement, she continues to seek support and advocate fo...
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Uber Safari Review: Is It Worth It to Book the Day Trip from Cape Town for $200? We Tried It
By PEOPLE.com | 1 week agoUber has launched a unique safari day trip from Cape Town, South Africa, offering transportation, lunch, and a game drive at Aquila Private Game Reserve....
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Uber Is Launching Chartered Safaris in South Africa -- and No, They're Not in a Camry (Exclusive)
By PEOPLE.com | 1 week agoUber is launching safari day trips from Cape Town, South Africa as part of its "Go Anywhere" program. The affordable full-day experience to Aquila Private Game Reserve includes wildlife sightings, lun...
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Uber Safari Launches In South Africa With $200 Big Five Game Drives
By Forbes | 1 week agoUber Safari offers luxury day trips from Cape Town to Aquila Private Game Reserve for a big five safari experience. The initiative is part of Uber's 'Go Anywhere' series, providing unique travel oppor...
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State Fair vendor monitors rising floodwaters in Florida home from afar
By CBS News | 2 weeks agoAt the State Fair's opening day in Dallas, Thomas Lauther, owner of the Starship ride, shares his dedication despite the storm surge from Hurricane Helene affecting his Florida home. Lauther remains c...
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The Life at Sea 2024 photography awards: a rare glimpse into the highs and lows of seafaring
By The Guardian | 2 weeks agoThe seafarers' photography competition by the ITF Seafarers' Trust sheds light on the hidden world of seafarers, showcasing their challenges, camaraderie, and the beauty of life at sea....
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Safaricom, Mastercard Team Up To Supercharge Cross-Border Payments And Merchant Growth In Kenya
By Yahoo! Finance | 3 weeks agoMA stock has risen by 19% in the past year. Investors can access it through ETFs like iShares U.S. Financial Services and BlackRock Long-Term U.S. Equity....
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We went on an African safari for the first time. Our trip would've been better if we'd known these 5 things before we left.
By Business Insider | 3 weeks agoAfter a long journey to Africa, the traveler's luggage was delayed due to weight limitations. With limited clothing and no access to suitable attire, they had to resort to washing clothes in a sink an...
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'1000-lb Sisters' star arrested at Tennessee safari park on drug, child endangerment charges: police
By Fox News | 1 month agoReality TV star Amy Slaton Halterman and Brian Scott Lovvorn were arrested on child endangerment and drug possession charges at a Tennessee safari park. The Crockett County Sheriff's Department confir...
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Fjords and seaweed safaris: a new cycle trail along Denmark's east coast
By The Guardian | 1 month agoEmbark on a cycling adventure through Denmark's Jutland peninsula with the 'Fjordmino' route, exploring picturesque landscapes, charming B&Bs, and unique experiences like encountering Endelave's playf...