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Tourism Heads to COP31 Wanting Results, Not More Pledges
Tourism industry seeks concrete climate action results at COP31, expressing frustration with unfulfilled commitments made since the Glasgow Declaration five years prior.
Benjamin Netanyahu describes UK as ‘first Islamic republic to get a nuclear weapon’
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu called the UK the “Islamic republic of Britain” and described it as the “first Islamic republic to get a nuclear weapon” during a podcast interview.
How will John Healey’s energy support package affect you?
Chancellor John Healey announced a support package including a £100 payment to millions of households, ending gas standing charges, and reducing electricity levies to help manage energy costs amid global economic pressures.
Fed will vote on rates less often. What that could mean for borrowers
The Federal Reserve plans to reduce rate-setting votes over the next two years, potentially delaying borrowing cost adjustments for consumers seeking relief from elevated rates.
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Israel’s president picks Yashar leader Gadi Eisenkot to form government
Israel’s president has tasked Gadi Eisenkot, leader of the Yashar party and Netanyahu’s chief rival, with forming a government following a deadlocked October election.
After a successful trip to Uruguay, Pope Leo heads to Argentina
Pope Leo XIV concluded his Uruguay visit by celebrating a Catholic feast day and praising women’s role in passing faith to younger generations, before heading to Argentina for the more politically sensitive portion of his South American tour.
Tony Abbott calls Julia Gillard’s famous misogyny speech ‘over the top’ and ‘unjustified’
Former Prime Minister Julia Gillard recalled her famous 2012 misogyny speech, while Tony Abbott, her political opponent at the time, described it as over the top and unjustified during an ABC program.
Turkiye pushes electrification top of climate agenda as COP31 set to open
Turkey launches a global electrification pledge at COP31 aimed at increasing electricity to 35 percent of global energy demand by 2035, though climate advocates question whether the proposal adequately addresses fossil fuel dependence.
Smog blankets New Delhi as Diwali firecrackers worsen air quality
Heavy smog enveloped New Delhi following Diwali celebrations as residents set off firecrackers despite government restrictions, pushing air quality to severe levels.
Ousted PM Sheikh Hasina seeks passport in sign of Bangladesh return plan
Bangladesh’s ousted Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina has requested a new passport to facilitate her return from exile in India, indicating plans to surrender to court in December as previously promised.
Trump says his immigration policy ‘too tough’ for voters
President Trump acknowledged his immigration deportation policy may have been too extreme, citing voter dissatisfaction that contributed to Republican losses in midterm elections held last week.
Qatar PM to meet Trump: What’s the latest on US-Iran negotiations?
Qatari Prime Minister Sheikh Mohammed meets with Trump at the White House to discuss US-Iran nuclear negotiations as both nations trade warnings over potential military escalation.
Iran’s authorities harden domestic security controls amid US strike threats
Iran’s security apparatus is intensifying domestic controls amid ongoing conflict with the US, warning protesters of harsh penalties and cracking down on public gatherings perceived as threats to government authority.
Who won New Zealand’s photo-finish election and why special votes could change everything
New Zealand’s right-leaning National party leads in parliamentary seats following a close election, but nearly 400,000 uncounted special votes could shift the balance before 27 November.
Gadi Eisenkot reaches out to Netanyahu allies as he strives to form government
Israel’s former military chief Gadi Eisenkot received a mandate to form a government, reaching out to Netanyahu allies while citing a national crisis. He has 28 days to secure the 61 votes needed.
NASA is looking for astronauts to live and work on the Moon
NASA is accepting astronaut applications for candidates willing to live and work on a future lunar base, with selection based on STEM education and professional experience requirements.