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Facing climate change, Swiss trees get mist before they're missed
In a Swiss pine forest, the treetops are being sprayed with mist in a bid to discover the effect that drier or wetter air has on their ability to survive.
Billions voted in 2024, but major new report exposes cracks in global democracy
A new report from the University of East Anglia has raised concerns about the state of democracy around the world during 2024's "Super Cycle" of elections.
Nanocatalysts enable conversion of waste-derived biocrude into sustainable jet fuel precursors
Wet wastes, including food waste and biomass, are promising candidates for sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) production due to their triglyceride content, which can be converted into biocrude via hydrothermal liquefaction (HTL).
The green transition will boost UK productivity, says study
The green transition will boost productivity across the UK economy, suggests new research in the journal Climate Policy.
‘Gives everyone a bit more hope’: NSW grateful for wild weather reprieve but many face damage worth thousands
Dry and sunny Friday forecast gives residents and SES volunteers chance to assess damage after vigorous coastal low wreaks havoc on east coast Get our breaking news email , free app or daily news podcast After days of torrential rain and damaging winds, a break in the wild
Zurich Film Festival Embarks on New Era With Director-Led Buyout
Christian Jungen and key partners acquire ZFF from NZZ Group, aiming to position it among Europe’s top-tier film festivals.
Deposit, drink, return: Lisbon is the first European capital with a citywide reusable cup scheme
The system could remove thousands of discarded cups from Lisbon's public spaces every night.
Afghan refugees stuck in Pakistan as Germany halts entry programme
BERLIN/ISLAMABAD - In a cramped guesthouse in Pakistan's capital, 25-year-old Kimia spends her days sketching women — dancing, playing, resisting —in a notebook that holds what's left of her hopes.
Big shake-up in Nigerian politics as heavyweights join one party
The two main opposition leaders have split from their parties to contest the next election under a new banner.
Gaza heatwave deepens humanitarian crisis amid water shortages
As temperatures in Gaza soar past 30°C, families like Reda Abu Hadayed’s are battling searing heat in makeshift tents with little water or electricity.
Chinese carrier Shandong moors in Hong Kong on ‘great power’ visit
China’s third and more advanced carrier, the Fujian, is undergoing sea trials.
China aircraft carrier 'Shandong' draws crowds in first Hong Kong visit
HONG KONG - China's first domestically built aircraft carrier, the Shandong, sailed into Hong Kong waters on Thursday in its first visit to the Asian financial hub, accompanied by three People's Liberation Army vessels including missile destroyers.
Is honey beekeeping doing more harm than good?
As managed honeybee hives multiply, wild bees and butterflies are disappearing. Since honeybees are not endangered, is beekeeping responsible for the decline of other bees?
Neil deGrasse Tyson Lists 8 (Free) Books Every Intelligent Person Should Read
Image via Wikimedia Commons A number of years ago, a Reddit user posed the question to Neil deGrasse Tyson: “Which books should be read by every single intelligent person on the planet?” Below, you will find the book list offered up by the astrophysicist, director of the Hayden
A Young Iranian Singer Makes Her Voice Heard in ‘Bidad’ (Exclusive Karlovy Vary Trailer)
Writer, director, and producer Soheil Beiraghi's fourth feature, whose title means 'Outcry' and which stars Sarvin Zabetian, will world premiere in the Czech film festival's Crystal Globe Competition lineup.
US airstrikes set back Iran's nuclear programme by 'one or two years', Pentagon says
US and Israel's joint strikes on Iran's main nuclear sites have delayed its program by up to two years, according to the Pentagon's latest assessment. Meanwhile, Iran has suspended cooperation with the IAEA.
Celebrity reactions to split Sean 'Diddy' Combs verdict: ‘I’m gonna vomit’
The hip-hop mogul was found guilty of transportation to engage in prostitution but acquitted of sex trafficking and racketeering conspiracy after a six-week trial. Reactions have been mixed. To say the least.
South Korea revises martial law rules after political crisis
Former president Yoon Suk Yeol tried to impose martial law in December, triggering a crisis and impeachment.
UK borrowing costs fall as investors' nerves ease
The cost of UK government borrowing falls and the pound rallies as the PM says he works "in lockstep" with Rachel Reeves.
More than 1,500 people evacuated in Crete as wildfires rage across Europe – live
Wildfires have been reported in Greece, Turkey, Spain and Germany as Europe’s heatwave continues Separately, two wildfires that began overnight near the western Turkish resort of Izmir were raging out of control on Thursday , fuelled by high winds, officials said, in comments
EU testing of children’s activity toys shows wide-ranging failures
A significant proportion of children’s activity toys sold in the EU fails to comply with EU standards, as shown by tests conducted on a sample of 89 swings, activity towers and climbing frames. This is the result of an inspection campaign, JACOP 2024, organised by the European
House GOP advances Trump megabill after dramatic overnight vote
House Republicans advanced their “big, beautiful bill” full of President Trump’s legislative priorities early Thursday morning, overcoming a key procedural hurdle after a dramatic vote that GOP leaders left open for hours to quell an internal revolt. The chamber voted 219-213
Liam Gallagher Praises Fan Who Played ‘Wonderwall’ On Stage at Green Day Show
After refusing to perform "Good Riddance" at a show in Luxembourg, Billie Joe Armstrong booted the fan from the stage
Khyentse Norbu’s ‘Perfect God’ Wraps Production in Kathmandu, Unveils First Looks (EXCLUSIVE)
Dzongsar Jamyang Khyentse Rinpoche, known in the film world as Khyentse Norbu, has completed principal photography on “Perfect God,” following a month-long shoot in Kathmandu, Nepal. The production has unveiled the film’s first looks. The film, adapted from Nepali author Samrat
‘Sherlock & Daughter,’ Starring David Thewlis, Sells to Further Territories Following Stellar Launches in U.S. and Australia (EXCLUSIVE)
Federation Studios’ distribution arm Federation Intl. has closed a raft of sales for crime series “Sherlock & Daughter,” starring Emmy-nominated “Fargo” actor David Thewlis, “The New Mutants” star Blu Hunt and Dougray Scott, who appeared in “Mission: Impossible 2” and
New EU rules for measuring environmental impact of clothes and shoes
The new measures introduce a science-based method to assess a product's environmental impact across its entire lifecycle. The Commission welcomes the new Product Environmental Footprint Category Rules (PEFCR) for apparel and footwear, which were presented by stakeholders from
Africa: Squad for Crucial Rugby Africa Cup Named
[Namibia Economist] The Namibia Rugby Union (NRU) this week announced the squad for the 2025 Rugby Africa Cup, scheduled to take place in Uganda from 8 to 19 July.
Malaysia’s third-ranked judge to take on Chief Justice duties until position is filled
Malaysia’s top two judiciary positions are vacant after Tengku Maimun Tuan Mat retired as Chief Justice on Wednesday (Jul 2), and Abang Iskandar Abang Hashim retired as the President of the Court of Appeal a day later.
As trade war truce with China holds, US lifts curbs for chip design software and ethane
NEW YORK - The United States has lifted restrictions on exports to China for chip design software developers and ethane producers, a further sign of de-escalating U.S.-Sino trade tensions including concessions from Beijing over rare earths.
Wildfire on the Greek island of Crete causes evacuations of hotels and homes
A wildfire on the Greek island of Crete has caused the evacuation of more than 1,500 people from hotels and homes early on Thursday in the Ierapetra area.
Africa: Namibia Urged to Join Africa Free Trade
[Namibian] The Namibia Trade Forum (NTF) has cautioned that more work needs to be done for Namibia to fully realise the opportunities presented within the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA).
1998 mass rapes to be left out of Indonesia’s national history rewrite, ‘need to be proven’: Culture Minister
The Indonesian government plans to revise the country’s official historical narrative by launching a new 10-volume series of history books to coincide with the country’s 80th Independence Day celebrations on Aug 17.
Beachgoers look on as wildfires burn in Greece
Hundreds have been evacuated as wildfires continues to burn in Halkidiki and the island of Crete.
New state aid framework enables support for clean industry
The European Commission has adopted a new state aid framework supporting the Clean Industrial Deal (CISAF), to enable member states to push forward the development of clean energy, industrial decarbonization and clean technology. The CISAF sets out the conditions under which
South Africa's political marriage of convenience avoids divorce - just
One year after the formation of the coalition government, the rocky relationship teeters but avoids collapse.
Africa: UN80 - Alternative Reform Pathways - Fiscal Prudence, Relocation Realities, & Underutilized Charter Mechanisms
[IPS] Geneva -- Recent proposals to relocate UN operations to lower-cost duty stations ignore demonstrable economic patterns. Empirical evidence suggests that establishing UN hubs often triggers localized inflation, negating projected savings.
Thai opposition to hold off on no-confidence vote against government
Opposition parties said they will work together to ensure that there is no political deadlock.