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.Tom Theodorakis talks about our historic & transformational partnership with USAA after Thursday's announcement. The agreement supports all 30 programs & more than 1,200 cadet-athletes while helping preserve Army Athletics traditions and advance future strategic priorities.

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From Strategic Partnership to a Marriage of Convenience The Taliban’s Agriculture Minister is in New Delhi. The agenda is agriculture. The story is much bigger. In 2011, India signed a Strategic Partnership Agreement with the Afghan Republic, the first such agreement Afghanistan concluded with any country. Signed under Congress and upheld by successive BJP governments, it symbolised India’s long-term commitment to Afghanistan’s democratic institutions, constitutional order and people. Then the Republic fell. By November 2023, the diplomats of the Afghan Republic were shamefully forced out of New Delhi, bringing the Republic’s diplomatic mission to an end. India’s long-standing strategic partner was pushed aside, while engagement with the Taliban steadily expanded. This is the same Taliban that attacked Indian diplomatic missions and personnel, including the Indian Embassy and consulates in Afghanistan. Today, its ministers are received with official courtesy in New Delhi. Every state pursues its national interests. But national interest should not silence legitimate questions. The world’s largest democracy, one that should speak about freedom, human rights, constitutionalism and political pluralism, is deepening engagement with a regime under which more than three million Afghan girls remain out of school, constitutional rule has been replaced by decrees, political pluralism has been dismantled, and Afghanistan’s education system has suffered a historic decline. Afghanistan also continues to host numerous terrorist organisations, including groups like JeM and LeT that has been targeting Jammu & Kashmir for years. The irony is difficult to ignore. A government that rightly calls for zero tolerance towards terrorism has entered a marriage of convenience with the Taliban, while abandoning the democratic partner with which it once claimed a strategic partnership. Perhaps this is one of South Asia’s greatest paradoxes: a Right wing Hindutva-led government presiding over the world’s largest democracy normalising relations with one of the region’s most hardline Islamist regimes. History will remember the interests that shaped these decisions. It will also remember the principles that were sacrificed along the way.

BILAL SARWARY

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A good, productive meeting with UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer. We continue to coordinate our positions. Yesterday, together with all our partners, and today in a bilateral format, we discussed expectations for the meeting in Alaska and possible prospects. We also discussed in considerable detail the security guarantees that can make peace truly durable if the United States succeeds in pressing Russia to stop the killings and engage in genuine, substantive diplomacy. It is important that, within the framework of the Coalition of the Willing, we should all be able to achieve effective formats for security cooperation. We also discussed the continuation of support programs for our army and our defense industry. Under any scenario, Ukraine will maintain its strength. Keir and I also talked about such mechanisms for weapons supplies as the PURL program, and I urged the UK to join. Of course, we also discussed our One Hundred Year Partnership Agreement. Ukraine is preparing to ratify it in August, and as a result, we will be able to hold an expanded Ukraine–UK meeting. A separate and important item on the agenda was investment in our drone production. We have significant potential to increase production volumes and urgently need financing for this. Drones play a decisive role on the frontline, and Ukraine’s capabilities to produce them are exceptional. Therefore, investment in such production can truly influence the situation at the strategic level. We are working with the UK and all our partners on this. Keir, thank you for your support!

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One of the most interesting political fights in Portland right now isn’t happening between conservatives and progressives. It’s happening inside Portland’s own political left. Today, about 75 Democratic Socialists of America and public union members protested outside the Moda Center during a Portland Metro Chamber event featuring business leaders, elected officials, and new Trail Blazers owner Tom Dundon. The protest was promoted and attended by city councilors Koyama Lane, Morillo & Green was simple: no public money for billionaires. But the issue is more complicated than a protest sign. Tom Dundon bought the Trail Blazers. He did not buy the Moda Center. The arena is owned by the City of Portland. And after more than 30 years, many of the building's major systems—from bathrooms and elevators to kitchens, technology, and other infrastructure—are due for significant upgrades. As a matter of fact, the facility is actually the worst in the NBA, a league where other cities have invested billions into their facilities and infrastructure over the last decade. As the protest raged outside, Dundon calmly told those on hand at the meeting that Portland poses a huge challenge due to its high tax rates, something he wouldn’t have to contend with in places such as Nashville or Austin. So, the question isn't simply whether taxpayers should subsidize a billionaire. It's whether Portland should invest in a city-owned asset to keep the Blazers in Portland. The financing is also more nuanced than many people realize. One proposal under discussion would use bonds backed by tax revenue generated by the team and arena activity, including income taxes tied to player salaries and related economic activity. Supporters argue that the arena helps generate the revenue used to repay those bonds while preserving jobs, tourism, and economic activity downtown. Critics argue that it's still public financing and that those public dollars should be directed toward other priorities instead. It's also worth noting who was inside the event. The protesters weren't just demonstrating against the Business Chamber or a billionaire team owner. They were protesting an event featuring liberals such as Senate President Rob Wagner, Senator Kate Lieber, Mayor Keith Wilson, and Multnomah County Chair Jessica Vega Pederson. JVP is particularly interesting because she has often aligned with many priorities championed by the DSA and Portland's leftists. And based on the signs, this wasn't just about the Moda Center. Protesters raised concerns about workers' rights, corporate influence, PCEF funding, data centers, social housing, and more. Today’s protest is bigger than financing the Moda Center remodel. It's about two very different visions for Portland. One believes strategic public-private investment is necessary to rebuild and revitalize Portland and keep major civic assets viable. The other believes public resources should be directed first toward government-led programs and social priorities rather than partnerships with private businesses. That growing divide inside Portland's governing coalition may end up shaping the city's future just as much as any election. Special thanks for the DSA for the lunch and drinks today.

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India-UK CETA: A New Wave of Global Opportunities! 🇮🇳🇬🇧 Glad to attend the ceremonial inauguration and cargo exchange, celebrating the entry into force of the India-UK Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement. This landmark agreement marks a new chapter in the strategic and economic partnership between India and the United Kingdom. It highlights an India that negotiates with confidence and is increasingly seen as a trusted global partner. Heartiest congratulations to Hon PM Narendra Modi Ji for his transformative leadership and to Hon Union Minister Piyush Goyal ji for his tireless efforts in making this historic agreement a reality. Under the visionary leadership of Hon PM Narendra Modi Ji, India has witnessed a defining transformation since 2014 that has transformed governance, strengthened the economy and elevated its standing in the world. The landmark trade agreements being signed by global powers with India represent another significant milestone in our nation's journey. The India-UK Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement is more than a trade agreement. It is an opportunity for exporters, manufacturers, MSMEs, startups, professionals, young entrepreneurs and the agriculture sector to expand their global presence, access new markets and strengthen exports. The agreement will provide new opportunities for Maharashtra in global trade, investment and exports, while enabling industries and agricultural products from the state to gain direct access to global markets. Maharashtra is ready to lead from the front in this new era of opportunity. Its strong manufacturing base, financial strength, world-class infrastructure, thriving startup ecosystem, and leadership in engineering, IT, pharmaceutical and agriculture sectors give the state a unique advantage to benefit from this partnership. The message to industry and entrepreneurs is simple, think bigger, think globally and seize the opportunities created by this landmark agreement. The India-UK CETA will become a gateway for higher exports, greater investment and stronger global partnerships. Minister Mangal Prabhat Lodha ji, Minister Jaykumar Rawal, Trade Commissioner for South Asia and the British Deputy High Commissioner for Western India Harjinder Kang and other dignitaries were present. Mangal Prabhat Lodha Jaykumar Rawal Harjinder Kang UK in Mumbai 🇬🇧🇮🇳 UK in India🇬🇧🇮🇳 #Maharashtra #IndiaUKCETA

Devendra Fadnavis

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Today, we are a significant step closer to ensuring Windermere is protected for future generations. This is a truly historic moment for our lake. Over the last four years, our grassroots movement has highlighted the challenges facing our lake, and today, we have succeeded in bringing the government and all essential stakeholders together around a single, shared ambition: to end sewage pollution in Windermere once and for all. Speaking on the shores of the lake, Environment Minister Steve Reed made a groundbreaking commitment: “The government has pledged to work with us and local partners to eliminate all sewage discharges into Windermere.” This milestone wouldn’t have been possible without you. To our supporters, volunteers, businesses, and organisations who stood with us—thank you. We also acknowledge the leadership of United Utilities CEO Louise Beardmore and Environment Agency Area Director Carol Holt, who have worked with us in recent months to make today’s announcement possible. But let’s be clear—this is not the end. While today’s announcement is a breakthrough, it is still just a promise. Nothing is legally binding, and we won’t let this urgent issue be kicked into the long grass. We must keep up the pressure until these words turn into real, cast-iron commitments. We need you now more than ever. Stay with us. Support the fight. Help us secure a sewage-free Windermere. Together, we can make Windermere the cleanest lake in the country—preserving its beauty for generations to come. It’s time to stop the sewage. It’s time to Save Windermere.

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🎉Starting June 19, The Obama Presidential Center is your home for fun, inspiration and activities of all kinds this Summer and on into the year! 🇺🇲To honor the 250th anniversary of the founding of America, and to inspire visitors to shape our shared future, we are hosting “You Are America,” a series of talks, performances, films, and community events. 🎇The series will kick off with a free Independence Day celebration on July 4 called “The People’s Fourth,” featuring live music, self-guided tours, and family-friendly activities across the campus. 🫜Get closer to nature, and your neighbors, Summer Garden Gatherings in the Eleanor Roosevelt Fruit and Vegetable Garden will run every other week from July 12 to Sept. 20, in partnership with Urban Growers Collective. 🎂Celebrate President Obama’s birthday with an all-ages karaoke DJ set Aug. 4! Get ready to sing along to classics from soul, R&B, and contemporary hits. 📖To create a little quiet and connection, we’re partnering with the Chicago Public Library to host storytime inside our new library branch. 🏐And local youth can discover their potential at the Teen Action Lab, in partnership with After School Matters, with hands-on sports, leadership, and wellness programs. 👟Meanwhile, older adults can hit their stride on campus through At Your Pace, a walk-run club led by Peace Runners 773. We can’t wait for you to join us for these, and so many more things to do! We’re just getting started! Check out the full event calendar:

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My friends, today Barbados helped to launch something truly important for our country, for the Caribbean and for all climate vulnerable nations. Here in Vienna, together with the OPEC Fund and our CVF V20 family, we launched the Vulnerability to Viability Compact. That may sound technical, so let me bring it home. This Compact is about making sure countries like Barbados can access finance that is fairer, more affordable and better suited to the future we are trying to build. It means longer repayment terms, stronger partnerships and investment that follows the priorities of our people. Every Bajan knows what resilience looks like. It is the school that must remain safe through storms. It is the clinic that must keep serving families when pressure comes. It is the water system that must hold strong through drought, flooding and rising costs. These are not luxuries. These are the foundations of dignity. For too long, climate vulnerable countries have carried burdens we did not create, while trying to build modern, confident societies with financial tools that were never designed for our reality. Today, we are helping to change that. Barbados is showing that small size does not mean small ambition. We are standing with 74 climate vulnerable economies, representing 1.7 billion people, to say that our development must be planned by us, led by us and supported in ways that make sense. This is about hope, yes, but it is also about delivery. It is about giving our children stronger systems, safer communities and a country that can face the future with confidence. I am proud to say that Barbados came to the table with purpose. Barbados came with solutions. Today, Barbados helped move the world forward.

Mia Amor Mottley

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🏈 Introducing Our Latest Docuseries: "Phenom Legacy Game - Behind the Legacy" 🏈 📺 Series Playlist: We are excited to announce the launch of our new docuseries, "Phenom Legacy Game - Docuseries: Behind the Legacy," a deep dive into the electrifying world of all-star high school football. This series brings you up close and personal with the future stars of football as they prepare for the highly competitive Phenom Legacy Game. Experience the intensity of their training, the intricacies of strategic game planning, and witness the extraordinary resilience of these young athletes and their coaches. "Behind the Legacy" is a testament to the spirit of high school football, beautifully captured and produced by our talented team at Lewis Media Sports, led by Darryl K. Lewis Jr. and Lamar Daniels. Their expertise and passion for storytelling shine through in every frame, offering an unprecedented look at the making of football legends. Join us in celebrating the hard work, dedication, and dreams of these aspiring athletes. Stay tuned for this compelling journey into the heart of high school football! About the Phenom Legacy Game The Phenom Legacy Game is an all-star high school football game that provides exposure and an opportunity for senior student athletes to showcase their talent. Founded by Rodney Williams just east of Atlanta, Georgia, the game was formerly known as the Elite Raw Talent Bowl (ERT). It gives high school seniors a chance to be part of an amazing all-star experience and compete against other talented athletes from across the country. The Phenom Legacy Game is a great platform for high school seniors to gain more recognition, while also having fun playing in one final high school football game before transitioning into college. #PhenomLegacyGame #BehindTheLegacy #HighSchoolFootball #LewisMediaSports #SportsDocuseries #FootballTalent

Phenom Elite

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#AdaniEmbraer Adani-Embraer Landmark Aviation Partnership Adani Defence & Aerospace and Brazilian aerospace giant Embraer signed a historic Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) at the Ministry of Civil Aviation. This partnership aims to establish India's first private-sector Final Assembly Line (FAL) for regional transport aircraft, specifically targeting the 70–146 seat segment. The collaboration is designed to build a "world-class aviation ecosystem" rather than just a standalone manufacturing plant. The focus areas include: •Final Assembly Line (FAL): Setting up a facility to assemble Embraer’s regional jets (E-Jets family) on Indian soil. •Indigenization: A phased increase in local manufacturing of parts and components. •Value-Chain Integration: Leveraging Adani’s existing footprint in airport infrastructure, MRO (Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul) services, and pilot training. •Supply Chain Development: Establishing a robust domestic network of suppliers to support global aerospace programs. Jeet Adani, Director (Adani Defence & Aerospace / Adani Airport Holdings) Jeet Adani characterized the agreement as a "vision taking flight," emphasizing its alignment with the national mission of Atmanirbhar Bharat. "It represents India's determination to build world-class aviation capabilities on our own soil. This project will redefine the future of aviation in our country." Arjan Meijer, President & CEO (Embraer Commercial Aviation) Meijer highlighted India as a "pivotal market," projecting a demand for at least 500 aircraft in the regional jet category over the next 20 years. He noted that the partnership combines Embraer's engineering excellence with Adani’s industrial scale. •Regional Connectivity (UDAN): The partnership directly supports the government's UDAN scheme by providing cost-effective aircraft suited for Tier-2 and Tier-3 cities. •Bilateral Ties: The deal strengthens strategic relations between India and Brazil, fostering technological and industrial cooperation. •Employment: The project is expected to generate high-skilled employment and move India up the global aerospace value chain. •Market Positioning: Currently, approximately 50 Embraer aircraft (commercial, defense, and business) operate in India. This move positions Embraer to compete more effectively with the duopoly of Airbus and Boeing by offering locally assembled alternatives. •Location: While not yet finalized, Jeet Adani confirmed that a couple of sites are under evaluation, with a final decision expected within the next two months. •First Rollout: Government officials suggested that the first aircraft could potentially roll out of the Indian facility within the next five years. •Investment: Specific financial figures remain confidential, but the scale is described as a multi-billion dollar commitment to India's aerospace infrastructure. Source Highlights: •MoU signed in the presence of Civil Aviation Minister K Rammohan Naidu and Defence Secretary Rajesh Kumar Singh. •Aligns with the 'Make in India' initiative to reduce import dependence.

Sheetal Chopra 🇮🇳

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