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Mexico Poised to Approve $12.5 Billion in Renewable Energy Projects
Mexico’s state power utility is set to approve up to 60 renewable energy projects worth $12.5 billion, adding 8.2 GW of generation capacity toward the country’s 2030 energy expansion goals.
World’s largest penguin colony suffers ‘enormous population crash’
The world’s largest penguin colony has declined by two-thirds since 2011, with scientists attributing the crash primarily to climate-driven changes in ocean conditions affecting food availability.
Bedbug infestation forces Qantas to ground plane in Rome
Qantas grounded a Boeing 787 Dreamliner in Rome after bedbugs were discovered in the economy section during a flight from Perth, forcing cancellation of the return service.
Airlines Can Handle a Crisis – But What About Several at Once?
Airlines face mounting challenges from simultaneous crises including security threats in Saudi Arabia, which has become a critical routing corridor for international flights connecting Europe and Asia.
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Uganda’s King Oyo death: Royal family rejects UBC presenter Edward Rukidi Kijanangoma as the new monarch
A succession dispute has erupted in Uganda’s Tooro Kingdom following the death of King Oyo, with royal clan elders naming a TV presenter as the new monarch, while the late king’s family claims he left a will naming his young son as heir.
A year after Charlie Kirk was killed, young conservatives navigate a divided movement
One year after conservative activist Charlie Kirk’s fatal shooting on a college campus, young conservatives navigate leadership questions and internal divisions within his organization, Turning Point USA.
After Trump promised to pay $5,000 if Republicans win, here’s what to expect Thursday
At the Republican midterm convention in Dallas, President Trump pledged to send every American adult a $5,000 cash dividend if Republicans maintain control of Congress in November’s elections.
Philippine ferry fire: Survivor recalls being trampled as he made narrow escape
A fire broke out on a Philippine ferry heading to Palawan province, resulting in five confirmed deaths and 86 people missing. Survivor Roland Lerma recounted being trampled and jumping into the sea, floating for two hours before rescue.
Special education head at Education Department abruptly resigns
Kelly Rogers, who oversees special education at the federal Education Department, announced her resignation Wednesday amid agency restructuring and plans to relocate functions to another department.
What the results of a Connecticut congressional primary race may mean for Social Security
Democratic Rep. John Larson, a Social Security expansion advocate, lost a Connecticut primary race, potentially affecting congressional efforts to address the program’s 2032 funding shortfall.
The post-penny economy: How cash rounding and credit card surcharges are changing what you pay
The end of penny production and rising credit card processing fees are reshaping consumer payments, with merchants increasingly using rounding policies and surcharges to manage costs.
Why to delay claiming Social Security — even when COLAs are high
Experts recommend delaying Social Security claims despite potentially higher cost-of-living adjustments next year, as waiting until age 70 yields substantially larger lifetime benefits and greater COLA increases.
Households could save up to £173 a year by switching to fixed energy deal
British households could save up to £173 annually by switching to fixed-rate energy deals ahead of October price cap increases, according to price comparison websites and energy regulator Ofgem.
New payment set up? Get in touch! The bank scam where your ‘bank’ is the scammer
Scammers impersonate banks via text messages claiming unauthorized payments were made, then trick victims into transferring funds or revealing card details. Major UK banks report significant losses from these impersonation scams.
Does Medicare pay for long-term care? Many people get it wrong — and it may cost them later
A new survey finds 39% of middle-class households incorrectly expect Medicare to cover long-term care, though the program generally does not pay for such expenses, potentially leaving retirees unprepared for significant costs.
How will bond market turmoil affect your mortgage, pension and savings in UK?
Bond market turbulence is prompting mortgage lenders to raise fixed-rate offers, while savers may benefit from improved savings account rates. Pension holders face mixed impacts depending on their retirement timeline.