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Jokkmokk leads revolt against government's repatriation policy
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Jokkmokk's mayor, Roland Boman, has refused to cooperate with the government on voluntary repatriation, inspiring several other municipalities to follow suit. Residents with foreign backgrounds in Jokkmokk welcome the decision with joy. The government is meanwhile proposing a sharp increase in the repatriation grant.
In Neiva, the Rotary International Project Fair was inaugurated, an event to share high-impact programs benefiting vulnerable communities. Participants from various Rotary clubs in Colombia and abroad exchanged experiences and strengthened solidary alliances during integration activities.
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American coal exports to India have surged, linking Appalachian mines to Indian industries but imposing heavy environmental and health costs on local residents. In Baltimore, coal dust from export terminals exacerbates respiratory illnesses, while in Ennore, India, imported coal pollutes fishing villages and destroys livelihoods. This trade route underscores the global tensions between fossil fuel dependency and community well-being.