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Film & Funding: Screen Brasil is opening applications for the first cycle of its second Film Distribution Grant edition (deadline Oct. 2), offering European distributors a rare boost for international releases—previous winners included Liechtenstein-linked sales for “The Nature of Invisible Things.” Streaming & Sport: Disney+ has secured a new three-year NFL rights deal for Sweden, bringing up to seven games weekly (plus RedZone and Super Bowl) to Swedish subscribers. Combat Sports: OKTAGON is teaming up with DAZN for broadcast across 150+ markets, starting with OKTAGON 93 and then scaling to the Frankfurt stadium flagship on Sept. 26. Royal & Cultural Life: Europe’s attention is on Norway’s King Harald V’s state funeral in Oslo, with royals arriving from across the continent—including Liechtenstein’s Prince Alois—while the new royal family takes its place in the spotlight. Education & Community: Estonia-backed EDUHUB opened in Zhytomyr, giving preschool educators a renovated 125-square-metre training hub with €330,000 in support.

Film & Funding: Screen Brasil is opening applications for the first of two cycles in its second film distribution grant edition (deadline Oct. 2), backing European sales efforts—recently helping titles including “The Nature of Invisible Things” (to German-speaking markets including Liechtenstein) and animated “Papaya.” Streaming & Sport: Disney+ has secured a new three-year NFL rights deal for Sweden, bringing up to seven games weekly plus RedZone and the Super Bowl, with Swedish commentary by former players. Combat Sports on TV: OKTAGON is teaming up with DAZN for broadcast across 150+ markets, starting with OKTAGON 93 and then the Frankfurt stadium flagship on Sept. 26. Royal & Cultural Spotlight: Norway’s King Harald V’s state funeral in Oslo is drawing major European royals, with Liechtenstein’s Prince Alois among the arrivals. Education & Community: Estonia-backed EDUHUB has opened in Zhytomyr to train preschool educators, funded with €330,000 for a new 125-square-metre mentoring and methods center.

Film & Funding: Screen Brasil is opening applications for the first of two cycles in its second distribution grant edition, closing Oct. 2, with past support already helping European sales for titles including “The Nature of Invisible Things” (to German-speaking markets incl. Liechtenstein) and animated “Papaya.” Sports Media: Disney+ has secured a new three-year NFL rights deal for Sweden, bringing up to seven games weekly (plus RedZone and the Super Bowl) to Swedish subscribers. Combat Sports: OKTAGON is teaming up with DAZN for broadcasts across 150+ markets, starting with OKTAGON 93 (Brno) and scaling to the Frankfurt stadium flagship on Sept. 26. Education & Community: Estonia-backed EDUHUB opened in Zhytomyr, a €330,000 center for preschool educators with training and modern methods. Tech & Business (Liechtenstein link): Implantica (Liechtenstein-related coverage) will host its Capital Markets Day in Stockholm on Sept. 9 to discuss its FDA-approved RefluxStop® U.S. rollout. Arts & Culture: A new AMC+ thriller series, “Kill Jackie,” stars Catherine Zeta-Jones using her real Welsh accent, with parts shot in Swansea.

MMA & Streaming: OKTAGON is teaming up with DAZN to broadcast events across 150+ markets, starting with OKTAGON 93 (Sept 12) and ramping up to the Frankfurt stadium show on Sept 26. Liechtenstein Business: Implantica will hold its Capital Markets Day in Stockholm on Sept 9 (14:00–16:30 CEST), focusing on its FDA-approved RefluxStop® and the U.S. launch plans. Royal Culture Watch: Norway’s King Harald V’s state funeral in Oslo brings a packed lineup of European royals, with coverage highlighting the ceremonial procession and the public mourning atmosphere. Education & Early Years: Estonia opened the EDUHUB center in Zhytomyr (125 sqm, €330,000), training preschool educators in modern methods. Arts & Entertainment: Catherine Zeta-Jones leans into her real Swansea accent in the AMC+ thriller “Kill Jackie,” with a new trailer and cast details. Sports Lifestyle: Oktoberfest season kicks off early in the U.S., with Southern Minnesota towns staging their own beer-and-family celebrations.

Royal Watch: Europe’s spotlight stays on Oslo as the state funeral of Norway’s King Harald V unfolds, with royals from across the continent and beyond arriving for the procession and cathedral service. Regional Culture & Community: Liechtenstein is among the endorsers of an EU UN statement condemning escalating repression in Georgia, a reminder that arts and public life also move with human-rights debates. Sports Media: OKTAGON’s MMA is set to go global via a new DAZN broadcast partnership, starting with OKTAGON 93 (Sept 12) and scaling up to the Frankfurt stadium flagship on Sept 26. Education & Exchange: Estonia opened the EDUHUB center in Zhytomyr, a €330,000 training and mentoring space for preschool educators—an arts-adjacent story about how teaching methods shape young minds. Business & Innovation (Liechtenstein-linked): Implantica will hold its Capital Markets Day in Stockholm on Sept 9, focusing on the U.S. rollout after FDA approval of RefluxStop®. Arts & Lifestyle: A new trailer for AMC+’s “Kill Jackie” spotlights Catherine Zeta-Jones using her real Swansea accent, with parts of the series shot in Swansea.

Sports Media: OKTAGON and DAZN just teamed up for a new broadcast partnership, bringing OKTAGON events to combat-sports fans across 150+ markets—starting with OKTAGON 93 (Sept 12) and scaling up to the Frankfurt stadium flagship on Sept 26, plus OKTAGON 100 in Prague on Dec 29. Education & Culture Diplomacy: Estonia opened the EDUHUB educational and methodological center in Zhytomyr, a 125-square-metre space for training early-childhood educators, backed by €330,000 and aimed at sharing modern teaching methods. Arts & Entertainment (Film/TV): Catherine Zeta-Jones leans into her real Swansea accent for AMC+’s thriller “Kill Jackie,” where she plays an art-dealer-turned-target as “The Seven Demons” close in. Business & Local Interest: Liechtenstein-linked Implantica will hold its Capital Markets Day in Stockholm on Sept 9 (14:00–16:30 CEST), focusing on the U.S. launch plans after FDA approval of RefluxStop®. International Spotlight (Royals): Europe’s royal families are converging on Oslo for the state funeral of Norway’s King Harald V, with Liechtenstein’s Alois among the arrivals. Human Rights: The EU’s UN ambassador condemned escalating repression in Georgia, with Liechtenstein among the endorsers.

Sports Media: OKTAGON is teaming up with DAZN to broadcast its MMA events to fans across 150+ markets, kicking off with OKTAGON 93 in Brno on Sept. 12 and then scaling up to the big Frankfurt stadium show on Sept. 26, plus OKTAGON 100 in Prague on Dec. 29. Education & Culture Exchange: Estonia opened the EDUHUB educational and methodological center in Zhytomyr, a 125-square-metre space for training preschool educators, funded with €330,000 to strengthen early childhood teaching methods. Tech & Jobs: Bitcoin Suisse plans to cut up to 60 jobs in Switzerland as it reorganises, consolidating software development and back-office functions into international hubs. Human Rights: The EU’s UN ambassador backed calls to repeal repressive Georgia legislation, endorsing a statement joined by Liechtenstein and others. Local Business/Health (Liechtenstein-linked): Implantica will hold its Capital Markets Day in Stockholm on Sept. 9 to discuss its RefluxStop® launch plans after FDA approval.

Royal Farewell in Oslo: Europe’s royals are gathering for the state funeral of Norway’s King Harald V, with Prince William representing King Charles and Princess Anne attending privately as godmother to the new King Haakon VIII. Liechtenstein in the Crowd: Prince Alois of Liechtenstein is among the confirmed guests in Oslo ahead of the ceremony. Human Rights Diplomacy: The EU’s UN ambassador condemned “arbitrary detentions and intensifying repression” in Georgia, with Liechtenstein among the endorsers. Tech & Finance Watch: Implantica will hold a Capital Markets Day in Stockholm on Sept. 9 to discuss its FDA-approved RefluxStop® and the U.S. rollout. Business Reshuffle: Bitcoin Suisse plans to cut up to 60 jobs in Switzerland as it reorganises toward international financial services. Education & Society: Netherlands research suggests international students are a net economic gain over time, as more graduates stay and contribute.

Royal Watch in Oslo: Prince William and Princess Anne are set to represent the UK at Norway’s state funeral of King Harald V, with a packed lineup of European royals arriving ahead of the service. Liechtenstein in the Mix: Luxembourg’s Grand Duchess is expected to meet Queen Mette-Marit at the funeral after her controversial “deadly boring” comment about the 2012 wedding—an awkward moment that’s already drawing attention across the region, including Liechtenstein’s own Prince Alois among the guests. Business & Jobs: Bitcoin Suisse plans to cut up to 60 Swiss jobs as it reorganises and consolidates software and back-office work into international hubs. Arts & Screen: AMC+ releases the first trailer for “Kill Jackie,” starring Catherine Zeta-Jones in a Welsh-accent role, with the series premiering Oct. 2. Sports Media: Sporteurope.TV extends its US Open rights in Germany and Austria through 2030, keeping coverage free-to-air and pay-TV. Tech Policy: A new debate on children’s online safety rules is highlighted by how different BRICS countries treat under-18s.

Forced Labor Import Bans: A new wave of forced-labor import bans across at least 49 countries is raising real costs for companies, especially those tied to China-linked supply chains and high-risk sectors like electronics, agriculture/food, apparel, autos, and aluminum—because products can be blocked or delayed at borders. Liechtenstein in the Room: The EU’s UN envoy backed by Liechtenstein and others condemned escalating repression in Georgia, calling for repeal or major revision of laws undermining human rights and warning against politically driven prosecutions. Royal Spotlight (Norway): Oslo is hosting the state funeral of King Harald V, with a packed roster of European royals and a major security operation—plus fresh attention on awkward personal history involving Norway’s Queen Mette-Marit. Sports Media (DACH): Sporteurope.TV secured an extended US Open deal through 2030, keeping rights across Germany, Austria, Switzerland, Luxembourg, Liechtenstein, and South Tyrol. Arts & Culture (TV): Catherine Zeta-Jones’ AMC+ thriller “Kill Jackie” drops its trailer, with the series set to premiere Oct. 2. Business/Arts Adjacent: Implantica announced its Capital Markets Day in Stockholm on Sept. 9 focused on the U.S. launch plans for RefluxStop®.

IAEA & Iran: The UN atomic watchdog’s board in Vienna has reported Iran to the UN Security Council for failing to cooperate on uranium traces at undeclared sites, a move that could trigger sanctions—though Russia and China can veto. Royal Mourning in Oslo: Prince William and Princess Anne are among the international royals attending the state funeral of Norway’s King Harald V, with a major security operation and a procession through Oslo Cathedral. EU Human Rights Pressure: The EU’s UN ambassador condemned “arbitrary detentions and intensifying repression” in Georgia, urging repeal or major revision of laws targeting civil society, opposition, independent media, and journalists—backed by Liechtenstein and others. Liechtenstein in the Sports Spotlight: Sporteurope.TV has extended its US Open rights for Germany and Austria through 2030, while keeping non-exclusive pay-TV rights for Switzerland, Luxembourg, Liechtenstein and South Tyrol. Tech & Fashion: China urged France to scrap its ultra-fast fashion law aimed at platforms like Shein and Temu, calling it discriminatory and warning of countermeasures. Arts & Screen: AMC+ released the first trailer for Catherine Zeta-Jones’ Welsh-accent thriller “Kill Jackie,” premiering Oct 2. Local Culture (Elsewhere): A Benny Hill jazz quartet is set to perform at Cameron Art Museum, adding to the week’s music-and-arts calendar.

Arts & Culture Spotlight: Catherine Zeta-Jones is back with AMC+’s thriller Kill Jackie, leaning into her real Swansea accent; the series drops Oct. 2 and follows an art-dealer with a criminal past hunted by “The Seven Demons.” Local Arts & Community: Li’l Friday rounds up weekend culture picks, including a Cameron Art Museum jazz night with Benny Hill’s quartet. Tech & Media (Regional relevance): Sporteurope.TV extends its US Open streaming deal across Germany and Austria to 2030, keeping rights also in Switzerland, Luxembourg, Liechtenstein and South Tyrol. Business/Arts Crossover: Implantica will host a Capital Markets Day in Stockholm Sept. 9, sharing plans after FDA approval of RefluxStop®—a reminder that medical innovation is also part of the broader “innovation culture” Liechtenstein audiences follow. Royal & Public Life: A major international state funeral in Oslo for King Harald V brings royals from across Europe and beyond, with Prince William representing the UK and Princess Anne attending privately.

Royal Mourning in Oslo: Prince William joined royals worldwide in a solemn walking procession behind King Harald V’s coffin to Oslo Cathedral, with Norway’s new King Haakon VIII and Crown Princess Ingrid Alexandra close by as thousands lined the streets. Liechtenstein in the Mix: Alois of Liechtenstein was among the visiting royals gathering in Oslo ahead of the state funeral. Funeral Tensions: Queen Mette-Marit is set to face an awkward reunion with Luxembourg’s Grand Duchess after past comments about their 2012 wedding surfaced, adding extra spotlight to the day. EU Human Rights Statement: The EU’s UN ambassador condemned escalating repression in Georgia, urging repeal or major revision of laws targeting civil society, opposition, independent media, and journalists—endorsed by Liechtenstein among others. Arts & Screen: Catherine Zeta-Jones’ action series Kill Jackie drops its trailer, with the show set to stream in Liechtenstein via Prime Video from October 2. Sports Streaming for DACH: Sporteurope.TV secured exclusive US Open rights in Germany and Austria through 2030, while keeping non-exclusive rights in Switzerland, Luxembourg, Liechtenstein and South Tyrol. Tech/Business Note: Implantica will hold its Capital Markets Day in Stockholm today, focusing on its RefluxStop® U.S. rollout after FDA approval.

Royal Watch: King Harald V’s funeral in Oslo on Sept. 9 is set to be a major European gathering, with an enormous security operation and royals arriving ahead of the service; Buckingham Palace says Prince William will represent King Charles, while Princess Anne will attend privately. Liechtenstein in the Mix: Prince Alois of Liechtenstein is among the foreign royals reported to be in Oslo for pre-funeral events. Art & Culture on Screen: Catherine Zeta-Jones’ new AMC+/Prime Video thriller “Kill Jackie” drops with a trailer and Oct. 2 premiere date, adapting Nick Harkaway’s “The Price You Pay” and leaning into her real Swansea accent. Local Arts Spotlight: “Li’l Friday” highlights weekend culture, including jazz at CAM with Benny Hill Quartet and other arts and music events. Art Market Justice: Paris prosecutors seek trial for Giuliano Ruffini over alleged Old Master painting forgeries, with related arrest-warrant moves for others. Sports Media: Sporteurope.TV extends US Open rights in the DACH region through 2030, keeping coverage for Liechtenstein. Tech & Health: Implantica will host a Capital Markets Day in Stockholm on Sept. 9 about its RefluxStop® launch plans.

Streaming & Tennis: Sporteurope.TV (Sportdeutschland.TV) has extended its US Open rights in Germany and Austria through 2030, keeping exclusive free-to-air and pay-TV coverage for 2028–2030 and retaining non-exclusive pay-TV rights in Switzerland, Luxembourg, Liechtenstein and South Tyrol. TV & Pop Culture: Catherine Zeta-Jones is back in the spotlight with the trailer for AMC+/Prime Video’s action thriller “Kill Jackie,” premiering October 2, where she plays Jackie Price, a former drug smuggler hunted by “The Seven Demons.” Art Market & Courts: Paris prosecutors are seeking trial for Giuliano Ruffini over alleged Old Master painting forgeries, with money-laundering and commercial-deception charges prioritized. Local Arts Calendar: “Li’l Friday” highlights weekend culture picks, including Jazz at CAM with Benny Hill Quartet and other theater, music and art events. Tech & Consumer Gear: Huawei unveiled the WATCH GT 7 Series, pitching new colors plus skiing and cycling features alongside health tracking and up to 21 days of battery life. Fashion Policy: China urges France to scrap its ultra-fast fashion law targeting platforms like Shein and Temu, warning of countermeasures.

Streaming & TV Buzz: Catherine Zeta-Jones leans into her real Swansea accent for AMC+ and Prime Video’s thriller series “Kill Jackie,” premiering Oct. 2, with the trailer teasing her art-world cover and a hunt by “The Seven Demons.” Local Arts & Community: SoMinn’s September Oktoberfest lineup promises fest beer and free family fun, adding to the month’s cultural calendar. Art Market Crime: Paris prosecutors are pushing Giuliano Ruffini to trial over alleged forged Old Master paintings, with money-laundering and commercial deception charges prioritized. Sports Media in the Region: Sporteurope.TV extends its US Open rights in Germany and Austria through 2030, and keeps non-exclusive pay-TV rights for Liechtenstein and nearby areas. Tech Policy (Global, Youth-Focused): A newsletter highlights how BRICS countries treat under-18s online very differently, with India criticized for lacking age-based online safety rules. Music & Live Culture: “Li’l Friday” spotlights local weekend events, including jazz at the Cameron Art Museum with Benny Hill’s quartet. Travel & Visas: Thailand cuts visa-free tourist stays for many nationalities from 60 to 30 days, with guidance for travelers planning around the change. Fashion & Trade Tensions: China urges France to scrap its ultra-fast fashion law targeting platforms like Shein and Temu, warning of countermeasures.

Streaming & TV: Catherine Zeta-Jones is back in full action mode in AMC+’s Kill Jackie, using her real Swansea accent as Jackie Price, a glamorous art-world fugitive hunted by “The Seven Demons.” The first trailer is out and the series lands Oct. 2, with Prime Video carrying it across multiple European territories including Liechtenstein. Local Culture & Community: SoMinn Oktoberfests kick off with “Fest bier” and free family fun, bringing early September beer-hall energy to the region. Art Market & Courts: Paris prosecutors are pushing for trial for Giuliano Ruffini over alleged forged Old Master paintings, with money-laundering and deception charges prioritized; the Prince of Liechtenstein’s collection is tied to the wider scandal. Sports Media: Sporteurope.TV extends its US Open deal for Germany/Austria through 2030, keeping Liechtenstein in its rights footprint. Tech & Consumer Life: HUAWEI WATCH GT 7 Series debuts new colors and outdoor-focused features, including skiing and indoor snowboarding modes.

Arts Spotlight: Yvonne Moore, a former Galgorm Resort managing director, has swapped corporate life for painting—and her first solo pop-up in Belfast is now selling work worldwide. Royal Watch: Buckingham Palace says Prince William will represent King Charles at King Harald of Norway’s funeral, with Princess Anne attending privately. Streaming & TV: Prime Video and AMC+ are set to premiere the action comedy series Kill Jackie (Oct 2), starring Catherine Zeta-Jones, with Liechtenstein included among the territories. Art Market Justice: Paris prosecutors have asked to send Giuliano Ruffini over alleged forged Old Master paintings to trial, with related arrest-warrant renewals sought. Sports Media: Sporteurope.TV extends US Open rights in Germany/Austria through 2030, keeping non-exclusive coverage for Switzerland, Luxembourg, Liechtenstein and South Tyrol. Tech & Lifestyle: HUAWEI WATCH GT 7 Series launches with new colors plus skiing and health features, including up to 21 days’ autonomy. Local Relevance: Liechtenstein is mentioned in multiple entertainment and sports distribution contexts, from Kill Jackie availability to US Open streaming rights.

Royal Attendance: Buckingham Palace confirmed Prince William will represent King Charles at King Harald of Norway’s funeral this week, while Princess Anne will attend privately as godmother to King Haakon. Sports Streaming (DACH/Liechtenstein): Sporteurope.TV extended its US Open rights deal through 2030, keeping non-exclusive pay-TV rights for Switzerland, Luxembourg, Liechtenstein and South Tyrol. Art & Courts: Paris prosecutors asked for trial for Giuliano Ruffini over alleged Old Master painting forgeries, with a possible trial timeline stretching into 2027; the case includes a seized work tied to the Prince of Liechtenstein. TV/Entertainment: Prime Video and AMC+ released the first trailer and set the Oct 2 premiere for “Kill Jackie,” starring Catherine Zeta-Jones, with Liechtenstein among the listed territories. Tech Policy (Newsletter): A MediaNama “Talking Points” roundup compares BRICS child online-safety rules, noting India’s under-18 approach lacks age granularity. Local Tech Product: Huawei unveiled the WATCH GT 7 Series with new outdoor sports features and up to 21 days’ autonomy. Online Rumours (Liechtenstein link): Pakistan’s PPP leader Bilawal Bhutto Zardari denied viral claims of an engagement/marriage tied to “Princess Gloria,” with Liechtenstein and Vaduz repeatedly mentioned in the speculation.

Tech Policy Watch: India’s BRICS chair priorities list health, climate, energy and security—but not children’s online safety, even as other members set tighter age-based rules for apps and social media. Streaming & Entertainment: Prime Video and AMC+ have set the spotlight on Kill Jackie: Catherine Zeta-Jones stars as Jackie Price in an eight-part action comedy thriller, with a trailer released and a Liechtenstein-included rollout. Sports Media: Sporteurope.TV extends its US Open rights for Germany and Austria through 2030, keeping Liechtenstein in the sublicensed pay-TV footprint. Local Arts & Culture: Li’l Friday rounds up weekend picks, including Jazz at CAM with Benny Hill Quartet and other arts and culinary events. Art Crime Courtroom: Paris prosecutors seek trial for Giuliano Ruffini over alleged Old Master forgeries and money laundering, with related arrest-warrant renewal requests. Fashion & Trade: China urges France to scrap its ultra-fast fashion law, calling it discriminatory and warning of countermeasures. Liechtenstein Link in Rumours: Pakistan’s PPP leader Bilawal Bhutto Zardari denies viral claims of an engagement/marriage tied to “Princess Gloria” and links to Vaduz/Liechtenstein.

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