International News and Affairs

Crews Making Progress on New International Terminal at Bush Airport Construction crews are diligently working on the development of the new international terminal at Bush Airport. The project, which began in 2023, is expected to be completed by the end of next year. This new terminal will greatly enhance the airport’s capacity to accommodate the increasing number of international travelers. …

How Much Time Do You Need for an International Layover? Most airlines recommend arriving at least two hours before domestic flights and at least three hours before international flights. But do you need that much time for connections between international flights? Layovers of just 30 minutes can be feasible for domestic flights, especially at small airports where the next flight …

Ricardo Trimillos The International Council for Traditional Music and Dance has awarded a lifetime membership to the University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa’s Ricardo Trimillos for his years of advocacy, service and academic contributions. Trimillos is a professor emeritus in ethnomusicology and Asian studies at UH Mānoa. His career has been dedicated to helping build the ethnomusicology program in tandem with …

Innovative Program Launched to Address Global Health Inequities The University at Buffalo (UB) has introduced a groundbreaking Master of Science in International Development and Global Health (MSIDGH) program to support the United Nations Sustainable Development Goal of achieving global health equity by 2030. This interdisciplinary program aims to address the widening gaps in human health across the globe by focusing …

Oil prices edge up, eye strong monthly gains Riyadh expected to extend voluntary cuts to Sep – analysts Oil demand rose to a record 102.8 million bpd in July – analyst Oil prices set for strong monthly gains LONDON, July 31 (Reuters) – Oil prices were set to post their biggest monthly gains in more than a year on Monday, …

ORLANDO, Fla. – Storms moving through Central Florida have grounded flights at Orlando International Airport on Sunday, according to the FAA. “Departures to Orlando International are grounded due to thunderstorms,” read in part the FAA’s statement with departures delayed an average of 75 minutes, and increasing. [TRENDING: A few storms could get strong to severe | Man hurt, no suspect found after shooting …

Great news in the treatment of Alzheimer’s disease is giving hope to patients in the early stages. The recent approval of lecanemab by the FDA has been seen as a significant milestone in the treatment of the disease. Although it is not a cure, the drug allows individuals with early symptoms to maintain their independence for a longer period of …

International Days Celebration in Price City The International Days celebration hosted in Price City is well-known for keeping attendees entertained throughout the course of the events. Thursday, Aug. 3: Opening Ceremony On Thursday, Aug. 3, an opening ceremony will be hosted at the Peace Gardens in Price City beginning at 7 p.m. The National Anthem will be performed by Ben …

MIAMI A cargo building at Miami International Airport had to be evacuated Friday afternoon. Officials said a K9 was alerted to a suspicious package in the building at around 5:20 p.m., prompting its evacuation. Miami-Dade police are investigating the incident. Developing Story This is a developing story and will be updated as soon as more details become available. CBS Miami …

Registration Now Open for SIEW 2023 Registration is now open for SIEW 2023. Organized by the Energy Market Authority of Singapore (EMA), the 16th SIEW will feature energy ministers and industry captains who will share their perspectives on this year’s theme, “Energy Transition Towards a Net Zero World”. SIEW 2023 will take place at the Marina Bay Sands, Singapore, from …