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Flights resume normal operations in the UK, after technical problems reduced air traffic flowIn a statement published this afternoon (29), Martin Rolfe, CEO of the British National Air Traffic Service (NATS), apologized and said that the technical failure that occurred yesterday in the flight management system was quickly identified and resolved.The UK's air traffic control system has returned to normal, and flights have resumed from major UK airports and routes crossing UK airspace.Rolf highlights that “UK airspace was not closed at any point, but the number of flights has been significantly reduced,” he added.According to NATS, the failure affected the…

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Posted at 10:22 PM The Board of Directors of Taesa (TAEE3, TAEE4 and TAEE11), at a meeting held on Monday, the 12th, approved the distribution of dividends in the amount of R$ 223,278,032.33, as interim dividends and interest on equity (JCP), based on the calculated distributable profit. in the first half of 2024. The value of the interim dividend per TAEE11 unit is R$0.30502950951. The JCP value per TAEE11 unit is 0.34309455648 Brazilian Real. The dividend will be paid on November 27, 2024, based on shareholder status on August 15, 2024. Effective August 16, 2024, the “Ex Dividend” shares and…

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Despite the good results, the default rate at the State Bank increased. Looking at the index that measures delinquency over 90 days, this was 3% in June. In March it was 2.9% and in June 2023 it was 2.73%. However, default rates are still lower than the national financial system, which was 3.2% in June and March 2024.The bank kept more money to cover defaulters. The expanded provision for doubtful accounts (PCLD) increased by 8.8% over the past 12 months to R$7.8 billion. In the first half of the year, the variance was 25.5%, totaling R$16.3 billion. The bank also…

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Oatmeal is a nutritious and versatile option for breakfast or a light dinner. This traditional recipe passed down from our grandmothers uses water instead of milk, making it ideal for those looking for a lactose-free option. The secret to creamy porridge is to moisten the oats a few hours before preparing. 🌟 Want to explore more? 🌟 Click below to go directly to our news page! 📰 ✨ Or scroll through the stories for more news. Your choice, your content! 👀 🔍 In this recipe, bananas add flavor and potassium, which is important for good muscle function. Vanilla adds a…

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The PIS/Pasep salary bonus is a benefit that helps millions of Brazilian workers every year. In 2024, the government implemented some important changes to the application process, and understanding these changes is crucial to ensuring that you receive the amount you are entitled to quickly and without any hassle. Claiming a salary bonus may seem like a complex task for many workers, especially with the new rules in place. However, with the right information and following the steps outlined, it is possible to carry out the process in a simple and efficient manner. In this guide, we will explain everything…

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London – Various forms of the phrase “It’s OK to not be OK” appear in films, books and emotional wellbeing campaigns, but a campaign by a coalition of UK mental health organisations, launched in March, goes further. By adding the word “if” to the somewhat worn-out phrase, this measure addresses the concerns that people with mental illness feel when faced with situations such as finding a job or simply accepting their medical condition. “If it’s okay to not be okay, why should I worry that my anxiety will prevent me from getting the job I love?” The organizations' movement has…

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By David Milliken LONDON (Reuters) – The United Kingdom's economy emerged from recession faster than previously thought in the first three months of the year, revised official data showed on Friday, but the economic outlook remains fragile ahead of next week's election. The Office for National Statistics said Britain’s gross domestic product grew by 0.7% in the first three months of the year compared with the previous quarter, exceeding the initial estimate of 0.6%. GDP fell for two consecutive quarters in the second half of 2023. The figures were released less than a week before Britons vote in an election…

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Did you know that 40% of adults in Brazil have altered cholesterol levels? According to the Brazilian Society of Cardiology, that's actually higher than in the United States. Medical monitoring and medications, when guided by a specialist, are necessary to control the condition, because outside the norm, cholesterol can affect health in different ways. For example, excess LDL remains on the walls of the arteries, forming fatty plaques and clogging these vessels. But are medications the only way to control these levels? Dr. Christopher Cannon, professor of medicine at Harvard University and editor-in-chief of the Heart Letter magazine, explains in…

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In the second quarter of 2025, Petrobras recorded the worst performance among the world’s largest oil and gas companies, with a loss of 2.6 billion reais ($344 million). The survey is from the newspaper Poder360. In addition to Petrobras. British Petroleum BP also posted a smaller loss of $129 million. Saudi Aramco, on the other hand, came in first with $116 billion in revenue and $29 billion in profit, followed by Exxon Mobil with $9.2 billion and Shell with $6.3 billion. + Read more news from economy In the West Only Aramco and ExxonMobil increased their earnings compared to the…

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There are about 50 varieties of dates, and based on their moisture and soluble sugar content, they can be classified into three categories: dry, semi-dry and juicy, all of which are known for their sweet flavor, which is the main characteristic of the fruit. In Brazil, there are generally small, dry and large fresh fruits. The most famous is the Medjool, which is naturally fresh.It is worth noting that dried dates usually contain up to 80% more sugar in their composition than Medjool dates, for example. This is due to the drying process that is carried out industrially.When drying fruits,…

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