By Simon Jessop LONDON, Oct 21 (Reuters) - Global warming is now projected to exceed previous estimates, with even the most optimistic scenario seeing average temperatures rise to 1.7-1.8 degrees Celsius above pre-industrial levels by mid-century, a UN report showed on
In “The Muqaddimah”, the 14th-century historian Ibn Khaldun wrote that “great dynasties often decline after three generations because they fail to produce capable successors.” Under Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, Saudi Arabia now asks this question precisely: Has he weakened
[ACNS] An Anglican delegation will attend the United Nations Convention on Biological Diversity (UNCBD) COP17 in Yerevan, Armenia. They will call for justice for oceans, just finance for those most at risk and a cleaner agricultural system, acknowledging Indigenous wisdom.
Global commitments to cut planet-heating emissions are falling far short of the Paris climate goals and put the world on course for 2.6C warming this century, the UN warned Wednesday. The report by the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) lays bare the chasm between
Arrivals reached 7.43 million and overnight stays 34.69 million, with short-stay rentals up 5.2%, compared with just 1.5% for hotels and campsites.
He can still appeal to the party’s Appeals Board within 14 days of the notice being issued.
MSCI considering downgrading Indonesia from “emerging market” to “standalone market” status in 2027.
HONG KONG, Oct 21 - Finance ministers from member economies in the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) forum have agreed to strengthen macroeconomic policy communication and coordination to address external risks and challenges, Chinese Minister of Finance Lan Foan said on
Given concerns about the app being used to monitor Malaysian citizens' data, Anwar suggested they switch to using Tuju, an app developed by the Malaysian Highway Authority.
The threat of reduced pollination adds more risk to an already grim supply outlook for the palm market.
Choi's former chauffeur also testified that the late socialite faced cash flow problems in 2022.
A DANA caused the deadly flooding in Valencia in 2024 which killed 200 people.
Donald Trump's embrace of Vladimir Putin has driven a wedge between the transatlantic allies. But for all their outrage, Europeans are not yet ready to break away from the United States and go their own way.
Mohammad Alias Yousaf made his claim to an undercover reporter posing as a mini-mart owner.
If you’re planning a winter escape, why not embrace the cold and check into an ice, snow or igloo hotel? From seasonal ‘properties’ in Swedish and Finnish Lapland to a year-round icy stay in Norway, here are five places in Europe for a cool getaway.
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Action needed to avoid disastrous overshoot of climate targets, according to organisation’s environment body The world needs to cut carbon emissions by nearly a fifth in the next four years, and by close to half within a decade, to avoid overshooting climate targets by a
Polls suggest the Democratic Alliance could emerge as Johannesburg’s biggest party in the 4 November municipal elections, but that may not be enough to put its candidate Helen Zille in the mayor’s office. Two coalition scenarios could decide her fate.
[African Arguments] Africa's digital economy is expanding faster than its ability to protect it. INTERPOL's African Cyberthreat Assessment Report 2026, drawing on information from 36 countries, found that artificial intelligence was involved in 55 per cent of reported
[The Conversation Africa] Across sub-Saharan Africa, revenue authorities are increasingly changing how they engage with small businesses. The traditional approach involved audits, penalties and inspections. But more recently many are investing in taxpayer education,
[The Conversation Africa] A patrol boat off the coast of Gabon intercepted three trawlers in July 2026, inside the Grand Sud Reserve. This is one of west and central Africa's largest marine reserves, where industrial trawling is banned. None of the trawlers held a valid
Climate change, unequal access to healthcare and an ‘always-on’ work culture are undermining sleep across Europe — essential for good health.
Exposed information included customer names, residential addresses, and loan records.
Students plan national demonstration in Jakarta on Oct 28, Youth Pledge Day.
Elon Musk has signalled his support for a potential merger between SpaceX and Tesla, as SpaceX reported a sharp rise in revenue and its first quarterly profit since going public.
A redacted version of the report could be released as early as next week.
Roughly three in four voters rejected starting a path toward separation, as Trump’s trade war and annexation threats push Canadians closer together.
Singapore is among the top 10 countries of origin for foreign arrivals.
DHAKA, Oct 21 - Saudi Arabia has not yet responded to Dhaka's queries about the execution of two Bangladeshi nationals, which was carried out without notifying Bangladeshi authorities, foreign ministry spokesperson Shahidul Karim said on Wednesday.
The two previous attempts on Sept 29 and Oct 2 failed.
Independent diplomat Luca Niculescu wins parliamentary backing for a minority government, but analysts warn the calm may not last.
International re-engagement with Myanmar is ramping up after years of diplomatic isolation.
Musk, who is CEO of both companies, says there is "a lot to be gained" from the merger, which would be the biggest in history.
WELLINGTON, Oct 21 - New Zealanders living or travelling overseas can vote in the country's 2026 general election from Wednesday, ahead of advance voting starting next week in New Zealand.
“Young Sheldon” actor Iain Armitage might’ve become a star thanks to the hit CBS sitcom, but when it came time to call it quits on the seven-season series in 2024, he admits he was the cast member “the most happy about the show ending.” In an interview featured in Jessica
During a summer fire that destroyed homes in Stourbridge, low pressure meant filling a water carrier took 40 minutes Concerns have been raised about how drought affects the UK’s ability to cope with wildfires after MPs were told firefighters struggled for water supplies during
BBC's Katy Watson describes what unfolded in Wangaratta as 43-year-old Brendan Nugent appeared before court over the alleged attack of Helen Haines.
They were killed on Oct 20 during steel structure construction at the site in Kaohsiung.
Four other popular islands, including Perhentian and Payar are also affected.
WELLINGTON, Oct 21 (Reuters) - Israel has become a Pacific Islands Forum partner, Foreign Minister Gideon Sa'ar said on X, describing the move as part of the country's broader effort to strengthen ties with the region.
China’s military already operates around Taiwan on an almost daily basis.
BEIJING, Oct 21 - China's government said on Wednesday that its coast guard was \"safeguarding order\" around a tiny and strategically located Taiwan-controlled atoll at the top end of the South China Sea where Taipei fears Beijing is trying to enforce jurisdiction.
Trump said he has plans to turn a 106-year-old public golf course in Washington DC into a tournament-capable golf course for pros, but local golfers are not happy.
Federal civilian agencies should remove DeepSeek products as well as third-party products and services developed using DeepSeek from their IT systems, the US Department of Homeland Security said.
Weeks of haze have left thousands unwell in Indonesia.
