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New bridge for Tiwi Islands as NT fights 50/50 funding

New projects linking remote Indigenous communities to essential services could be on the chopping block thanks to funding shortfalls.

AAP

From culture to nature: five ways to discover the magic of the Scottish Highlands and islands this autumn

Fancy throwing yourself into a ceilidh in a village hall, or discovering prehistoric landscapes teeming with ancient monuments? There are many opportunities to experience the unique cultural heritage of the Scottish Highlands and islands this autumn

The Guardian - UK

A new climate law in the Balearic Islands will protect the wellbeing of present and future generations - if such thing can be defined

The Mediterranean is one of the most climate vulnerable regions in the world, with temperatures rising 20% faster than the global average. In the Balearic Islands, this means that by 2100 the temperature could have increased by 3-5ºC and the sea level could have risen by 37 to 90cm.

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Blas Festival set to celebrate the very best of Scots-Gaelic culture and music

Some of Scotland’s best-loved traditional musicians and singers will take to the stage in venues across the Highlands and Islands this September.

The National (Scotland)

UK's hidden seaside islands 25 miles from the mainland that look like the Maldives

The Scilly Isles lie several miles southwest of Land's End in Cornwall in the Atlantic Ocean and have some of the best average temperatures and friendliest climate in the UK

Daily Mirror

'Resounding success': Fund aimed at boosting Highlands and Islands tourism praised

A £22 MILLION fund is to support 13 new projects to help the outstanding natural beauty of the Highlands and Islands stand out to visitors.

The National (Scotland)

Fans Are Outraged Over The Casting Choice For Nani In The Upcoming Live-Action Lilo Stitch

"This could have been a chance to embrace the many dark skinned, thick bodied woman that there are in the islands.”

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China, Japan trade accusations over maritime incursions

China's dispute with Japan over tiny Japanese-controlled islands in the East China Sea is heating up, with both sides accusing the other of infringing on their maritime territory

The Independent UK

Highlands and Islands businesses 'taking action to support employees'

Latest survey also shows a drop in confidence, as cost pressures increase across the region

Insider UK

SC-appointed panel warns against Andaman’s proposal to ‘revive’ palm oil plantations

Diversion of forest land for red oil palm plantations in the Andaman and Nicobar Islands is in violation of the Forest Conservation Act, 1980, and will “open the floodgates” for similar agricultural use of forest land.

Newslaundry

£100 million Islands Growth Deal signed

The agreement should attract further investment of up to £293m in match funding

Insider UK

Egypt holding up Red Sea island deal, sources say

The deal would finalize the transfer of the Tiran and Sanafir islands from Egypt to Saudi Arabia.

Axios

'I got a free holiday to the Faroe Islands while they were closed to other tourists'

Mandy Haakenson took part in the Faroe Island's tourist board's initiative designed to bring people onto the island to restore some of the more well trodden spots

Daily Mirror

Faroe Islands 'close for maintenance' - but there is a way to still visit for free

In 2023 100 volunteers will be brought onto the 18 volcanic islands to roll up their sleeves and help preserve the natural environment of the Danish archipelago

Daily Mirror

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The Guardian - UK

Glassy fangs and glowing fins: amazing deep sea animals found near Cocos Islands

Discovered in the deep: Scientists exploring the uncharted waters of the Indian Ocean uncover a multitude of dazzling sea creatures around a remote Australian island group

Insider UK

Dunnet Bay Distillers to expand and create jobs

Highlands and Islands Enterprise support worth more than £180,000 backs new distillery build

Insider UK

Highlands and Islands businesses report declining exports

Despite operations returning to pre-pandemic norms, business confidence is still low across the region

Reuters

Distribution of Chinese funds by Solomon Islands PM raises questions

The Solomon Islands Prime Minister's office distributed Chinese government money to 39 out of 50 members of parliament twice last year, a budget committee was told, prompting criticism the payments were politically motivated.

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Boston Herald

Cape Cod, Martha’s Vineyard beaches close to swimming after shark sightings: Great white spotted 25 yards from shore

Shark spotters have sure been busy these last few weeks along the Cape and Islands, including over the weekend as several shark alerts lit up the Atlantic White Shark Conservancy’s Sharktivity app.

Daily Mirror

Bloody slaughter of 100 bottlenose dolphins on Faroe Islands sparks global outrage

This morning around 100 bottlenose dolphins were herded into a bay, where they remained for several hours before being massacred by residents of Skálafjörður, one of the Faroe Islands

Daily Mirror

Holiday Brits warned over monkeypox outbreak as 100 cases confirmed in Canary Islands

The Canary Islands of Gran Canaria, Tenerife and Fuerteventurahave confirmed one hundred active cases of monkeypox as the popular tourist islands are now are now trying to halt the outbreak amid WHO considering if to call the outbreak a 'global crisis'

The National (Scotland)

Kate Forbes back Internet of Things scheme for Highlands and Islands

A NEW programme from a Scottish innovation centre will help 16 businesses transform through the "Internet of Things" (IoT).

The Independent UK

What is the British military presence in the Falkland Islands?

A number of British forces remain permanently deployed in the Falkland Islands, 40 years since the Argentine surrender in the Falklands War.

Insider UK

Survey shows Highlands and Islands business resilience

Latest round of rural research reveals the extent to which companies are responding to economic challenges

Glasgow Live

Spain issues weather warning to holidaymakers as 'intense' heatwave hits Canaries

UK tourists heading to Spain, the Canary and Balearic Islands are being issued a warning as temperatures are set to rise to an 'intense' heat. The Canary Islands have launched a special programme to keep people safe.

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