Germany’s climate effort to lag below 2030 targets, say experts
Germany aims to cut carbon dioxide emissions by 65 percent by 2030, on the road to greenhouse gas neutral by 2045.
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US President Biden tours aftermath of deadly Maui fires, visits Lahaina
Visit comes 13 days after Hawaiian island experienced deadliest US fire in more than a century, killing at least 114.
Who is Srettha Thavisin, the man who could lead Thailand?
The property tycoon is set to become prime minister after his Pheu Thai party secured support from pro-military parties.
Israeli missile fire allegedly injures soldier near Syrian capital Damascus
The missile fire is the latest attack in an ongoing shadow conflict unfolding in Syria between Israel and Iran.
Georgia judge sets bond at $200,000 for former US President Donald Trump
Trump has announced on social media that he plans to arrive in Georgia to surrender himself to authorities on Thursday.
Strike, protests in Syria’s Sweida enter second day
Routes into the city remain closed on Monday as protests break out over deteriorating living conditions.
Wagner boss posts first video since Russia mutiny, hints he’s in Africa
Yevgeny Prigozhin says mercenary group is recruiting people and 'will fulfil the tasks that were set'.
US Republican candidates clash over support for Israel
With first 2024 presidential debate days away, former UN envoy Nikki Haley hits out at Vivek Ramaswamy's Israel remarks.
Somalia bans TikTok and Telegram over ‘horrific’ content, misinformation
Armed group al-Shabab, which wages a war against the Somali state, uses the platforms to post its activities.
‘Historic’: Ecuador voters reject oil drilling in Amazon protected area
Nearly 60 percent of voters back a push to halt to drilling in Yasuni National Park, a victory for environmental groups.
Calls for smooth transition as Arevalo wins Guatemala presidential election
Left-wing candidate Bernardo Arevalo's landslide victory could face challenges despite wide margin.
The first Republican presidential debate is nearly here. But why so early?
First Republican debate comes amid so-called 'invisible primary', when candidates shore up support ahead of state votes.
Hawaii says 850 missing after Maui wildfires ahead of Biden visit
Wildfires on Maui have killed at least 114 people, but emergency workers are still searching through the destruction.
Behind Mohammed VI’s push for a more Amazigh Morocco
Amazigh identity, culture and language have been promoted by the state in recent years, a reversal of past policies.
UAE says not flouting ally sanctions as its economy warms to Russia
WSJ claims the UAE is benefitting from the war in Ukraine, providing a refuge for Russian money.
India blocks independent news outlet The Kashmir Walla
The Kashmir Walla says its website and social media accounts have become inaccessible in India.
Why did Zambia seize a mystery plane filled with cash, guns and metals?
Details of the plane's flightpaths and passengers were uncovered by an Egyptian journalist who was later arrested.
Lucy Letby, UK nurse who killed seven babies, sentenced to life in prison
Lucy Letby, who also attempted to kill several more newborns, to spend rest of her life in jail.
Japan set to decide on Fukushima water discharge on Tuesday
Gov't to decide when to begin discharge of treated radioactive water from the Fukushima nuclear plant into the ocean.
Canada to deploy army to help fight wildfires in British Columbia
PM Justin Trudeau says military to be sent to the fire-hit region as a state of emergency declared in British Columbia.