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Teenager ‘seriously injured’ by scuba tank explosion in Montenegro
Dive Magazine
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August 26, 2025
26 August 2025   2 minutes of reading Ploče Beach is a busy tourist hotspot in Budvar, Montenegro (Photo: Piotr Kowalski/Shutterstock) A 14-year-old boy has had to have his hand amputated after a scuba tank exploded at Ploče Beach in Budva,...
African Leaders Explore Health Taxes as Solution to Funding Crisis
News Ghana
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August 25, 2025
Public health experts and African policymakers are examining targeted excise taxes on harmful products as a potential solution to mounting healthcare funding challenges across the continent. A recent virtual briefing organized by Vital Strategies...
Ventura accuses Montenegro of “mismanagement” and shoots: “Get out of the office”
Portugal Pulse
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August 24, 2025
“The prime minister has poorly managed this situation,” stated André Ventura in Leiria, arguing that Luís Montenegro should have been present in all districts where the largest fires occurred. When questioned about the advice that politicians...
Montenegro-United Arab Emirates agreements: Transparency concerns and environmental risks
Osservatorio Balcani e Caucaso Transeuropa
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Velika Plaža, Ulcinj, Montenegro © biggunsband/Shutterstock Concerns are growing over agreements approved by the Montenegrin parliament to authorise investments in the country by the United Arab Emirates, in derogation transparency and...
Lotlot de Leon admires friend Nadia Montenegro’s ‘grace, dignity’ amid ‘storms’
Inquirer
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August 22, 2025
Lotlot de Leon and Nadia Montenegro. Image: Instagram/@ms.lotlotdeleon Lotlot de Leon has nothing but kind words for Nadia Montenegro amid the “storms” the latter is going through. De Leon gave a glimpse of her recent bonding moment with “the best...
Montenegro resigns from Padilla’s office; drug testing at Senate set
Inquirer
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August 19, 2025
MANILA, Philippines — Former actress Nadia Montenegro has resigned from her position as political affairs officer in the office of Sen. Robin Padilla, the senator’s chief of staff announced on Monday. In her five-page resignation letter dated Aug....
Take Control of Your Cash Flow: Proven Strategies for AR Leaders
CFO Dive
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Nadia Montenegro resigns as Robin Padilla’s political affairs officer
Philippine Asian News Today
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August 21, 2025
Actress Nadia Montenegro resigned amid marijuana allegations, asserting her decision protects her mental health and family’s welfare. Posted by ReyFort Media Actress Nadia Montenegro has resigned from her position as a political affairs officer of...
Nadia Montenegro’s kids come to her defense amid ‘crushed dignity’
Inquirer
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August 21, 2025
Nadia Montenegro. Image: Instagram/@turnkeystudios_ via @officialnadiam Nadia Montenegro’s daughters came to her defense after her name was dragged into an alleged marijuana incident inside the Senate building, which prompted her resignation....
‘I’m free’: Nadia Montenegro on life after resignation
Philstar
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August 20, 2025
August 21, 2025 | 12:00am Nadia Montenegro’s resignation as the political affairs officer of Sen. Robin Padilla amid allegations of her marijuana use in the Senate is an act of decency. It shows her respect for the institution and the public’s...
Moldova launches digital nomad visa
Globetrender
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August 28, 2025
Moldova has become the latest country to target remote workers with a digital nomad visa programme, offering residency permits requiring just US$1,500-$2,000 in monthly income. Olivia Palamountain reports Moldova has launched a digital nomad visa...
Radisson Hotel Group Accelerates Adriatic Growth with a New Flagship Signing in Montenegro
Hospitality Net
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August 20, 2025
Radisson Hotel Group is proud to announce the signing of a flagship new-build property on Montenegro's stunning Adriatic coast: Radisson Blu Hotel & Residences, Tivat. This signing with ALK Group, marks a significant step in the Group's strategy...
Angeli Pangilinan-Valenciano defends Nadia Montenegro amid Senate marijuana allegations
Manila Standard
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August 19, 2025
Angeli Pangilinan-Valenciano, wife and manager of singer Gary Valenciano, has spoken out in defense of longtime friend Nadia Montenegro, who resigned as political adviser to Sen. Robin Padilla after being linked to alleged marijuana use inside the...
Gary Valenciano’s wife Angeli defends Nadia Montenegro amid alleged marijuana use
Inquirer
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August 19, 2025
Angeli Pangilinan-Valenciano (left) and Nadia Montenegro. Photos: INQUIRER.net, Jessica Ann Evangelista/Facebook, Nadia Montenegro Pla Angeli Pangilinan-Valenciano, wife and manager of singer Gary Valenciano, is stepping in to defend her long-time...
New Algarve hospital to begin construction this autumn
The Portugal News
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Luís Montenegro stated that the project, which will operate under a public-private partnership, should begin construction in early 2027 and be operational in 2030. "We will launch the international competition for the construction of the Algarve...
Nadia Montenegro’s exit prompts questions on her credentials in Padilla’s office
Interaksyon
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August 18, 2025
Questions about actress Nadia Montenegro‘s qualifications as a staff for Sen. Robin Padilla, an actor-turned-politician, were raised following the discovery of her salary grade. On Monday, August 18, Padilla’s office said that it has received...
Senate to resume random drug tests, Montenegro quits
Manila Standard
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August 18, 2025
Senate President Francis Escudero confirmed Monday that mandatory random drug testing will soon resume in the upper chamber. The statement came in response to a request from Senate Minority Leader Vicente ‘Tito’ Sotto III, who earlier called for...
Robin Padilla's staff Nadia Montenegro resigns, denies marijuana use in Senate
Philippine STAR
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August 18, 2025
MANILA, Philippines — Sen. Robin Padilla’s political officer, an actress who was named in an incident report now under investigation for alleged marijuana use in the Senate, has resigned, according to Padilla's chief of staff, Rudolph Jurado. In a...
Montenegrin Army Sergeant Killed in Wildfire Truck Accident
Balkan Insight
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August 12, 2025
A Montenegrin Army sergeant died and another was seriously injured when their water truck overturned while they were being deployed to battle wildfires that have hit the mountainous Kuci region. Smoke billows from wildfires near Podgorica,...
Renzo Piano Building Workshop Reveals Design for KYKLOS Cultural Center in Piraeus, Greece
ArchDaily
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August 28, 2025
RPBW's Kyklos Centre for Arts and Cultures project. Interior render. Image © MIR Share Share Facebook Twitter Mail Pinterest Whatsapp Or...