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Burnham in danger of sleepwalking into climate disaster, say campaigners
Environmental campaigners warn Prime Minister Burnham risks undermining climate goals by making separate decisions on North Sea drilling, Heathrow expansion, EV targets, and heat pump grants without considering their combined emissions impact.
Exclusive: Most voters believe climate change threatens the American Dream
A majority of U.S. voters believe climate change will threaten their ability to achieve the American Dream over the next 20 years, according to new polling data.
Court ruling fails to end wait for thousands of immigrants stuck abroad without visas
A federal court ordered the lifting of a Trump administration visa ban in August, yet thousands of immigrants remain stranded abroad as visa processing continues to face delays.
Republicans are spending millions and still may not win districts drawn to favor them
Republicans spent millions redrawing congressional districts to favor their party, but several races drawn to be easy wins are now competitive toss-ups, forcing additional spending to retain seats.
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Republicans say they will back Blanche after US Justice Department order
Two Republican senators announce they will support Trump’s DOJ pick Todd Blanche after he canceled a controversial $1.8 billion fund intended to compensate Trump’s political allies.
Trump meets his obstinate match in Iran’s hardball regime
Trump claims negotiations with Iran are set to begin this week, but Tehran denies talks are occurring, maintaining control of the strategically vital Strait of Hormuz amid escalating tensions.
US announces first two deaths from cyclospora outbreak
US health authorities confirmed the first two deaths from a cyclospora outbreak in Michigan, both individuals with underlying health conditions. The outbreak has sickened thousands nationwide.
Iran says it is in talks with Oman but not the US after Trump says negotiations to resume
Iran says it is negotiating with Oman over shipping through the Strait of Hormuz, denying simultaneous US claims that talks with Washington are underway.
US stocks rally near a record as falling oil prices ease Wall Street’s worries about inflation
U.S. stocks rallied Monday to near record highs as falling oil prices eased inflation concerns, with the S&P 500 jumping 1.5% following President Trump’s decision to delay strikes against Iran.
Aung San Suu Kyi: Myanmar military releases photo of detained former leader
Myanmar’s military has released photographs of detained former leader Aung San Suu Kyi meeting with International Committee of the Red Cross delegates, marking her first confirmed outside contact in nearly four years.
U.S. men’s national team coach Mauricio Pochettino will stay through 2030 World Cup
U.S. Soccer extended Mauricio Pochettino’s contract as men’s national team coach through the 2030 FIFA World Cup following the team’s strong performance in this summer’s tournament.
Rhine falls to record low levels as drought strains Europe’s rivers
The Rhine has fallen to record low levels in Germany and the Netherlands as prolonged heatwaves continue across Europe, with other major rivers including the Danube and Po also experiencing critically low water levels.
Paris prosecutor investigates alleged bullying in government departments after suicide attempt
Paris prosecutors have opened an investigation into alleged workplace bullying following suicide attempts among government staff members in departments connected to the prime minister’s office.
Russian anti-war politician Boris Nadezhdin says he has fled the country
Russian anti-war politician Boris Nadezhdin, who was barred from recent elections and designated a foreign agent, has fled to France after abandoning his parliamentary campaign.
Threat to oil tankers in Middle East worst since start of Iran war, analysts say
Maritime experts warn that threats to Middle East oil tankers have reached their highest level since the Iran war began, with attacks on Red Sea shipping routes forcing tankers to seek alternatives.
Stronger EU borders needed after Ceuta crisis, von der Leyen says
The European Commission president called for stronger EU borders following a mass migration event at Spanish enclave Ceuta, where tens of thousands arrived and subsequently returned to Morocco within days.