Israel intercepts Gaza Sumud flotilla vessels: What we know so far
Global Sumud Flotilla had been pressing forward with its mission to break Israel's siege of Gaza.
Hurricane season brings financial fears in the Caribbean
As islands brace for this year's big storms, many homes don't have household insurance.
Corporate ‘middlemen’ mask who really profits from Australian fossil fuel projects, report warns
Nominee companies – paid to be listed as shareholders on behalf of unnamed investors – could be reducing accountability over financial support of industry
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Three global banks are being paid to obscure who profits from 51 fossil fuel projects in Australia that produce 22m tonnes of carbon emissions each year, according to new analysis.
An analyst who authored the report says it highlights a “massive problem” in Australia that could be reducing the amount of scrutiny investors face for financial support of the fossil fuel industry.
Continue reading...Israeli forces board Gaza flotilla, detain Greta Thunberg, other activists
At least six ships have been boarded by the Israeli navy so far and more interceptions are expected to take place.
Sunbeds should be banned in UK, skin cancer experts say
Campaigners urge ministers to close tanning salons across country over dangers posed by UV radiation
Sunbeds are so dangerous they should be banned in the UK, cancer experts and campaigners say.
They have urged ministers to order the closure of the thousands of tanning salons operating across Britain, using public funds to compensate owners if necessary.
Continue reading...A new China tech visa has caught India’s attention – now locals aren’t happy
China's aim to attract global talent comes as the US is making it harder to bring in foreign workers.
Israel kills journalist Yahia Barzaq known for his newborn baby portraits
An Israeli air strike has killed journalist Yahia Barzaq, who was known for his creative portraits of newborn children.
‘None of us have ever asked for special treatment’ – US female veterans respond to Hegseth speech
The defence secretary said he wanted a return to the "male standard" for combat roles. Women say the standards were never different.
Ethiopia church scaffolding collapse kills 36 during religious festival
Pilgrims were visiting the Menjar Shenkora Arerti Mariam Church to mark the annual Virgin Mary festival.
PSG beat Barcelona for winning start to Champions League defence
Holders Paris Saint-Germain come from behind to win 2-1 at Barcelona in the league phase of the Champions League.
Starmer to end asylum ‘golden ticket’ of resettlement and family reunion rights
People granted asylum will have to earn right to invite family in plan charities call ‘straight from populist playbook’
People granted asylum will no longer be given “the golden ticket” of resettlement and family reunion rights, Keir Starmer said, amid deepening concerns from charities that his words are demonising refugees.
As the prime minister prepared to discuss illegal migration with European leaders, No 10 outlined plans to strip successful claimants of the right to automatically invite spouses and children to join them.
Continue reading...French troops board oil tanker linked to Russian ‘shadow fleet’
President Emmanuel Macron said the crew had committed "serious offences" but did not directly link the vessel to Russia.
Protesters and police clash as Morocco unrest escalates
Police vehicles were filmed ramming into protesters as anti-government demonstrations escalated in Morocco on Tuesday.
Morocco arrests hundreds of protesters as rallies turn violent
Members of Moroccan security forces and civilians reported hurt as youth antigovernment protests turn violent.
Activists say Israel’s navy has begun intercepting a Gaza-bound aid flotilla – NPR
- Activists say Israel's navy has begun intercepting a Gaza-bound aid flotilla NPR
- Israeli military intercept and board several aid ships bound for Gaza, organizers say CNN
- Live: Israel says it has stopped several vessels from Gaza aid flotilla Reuters
- The Global Sumud Flotilla Is Approaching Gaza. Here’s What to Know. The New York Times
- LIVE: Israeli forces kill 65 in Gaza; Israel begins to intercept aid ships Al Jazeera
Watch: Jane Goodall tells BBC how she became interested in animals
The animal rights activist has died aged 91, after a pioneering career studying chimps.
Jane Goodall, conservationist and chimpanzee expert, dies aged 91
The Jane Goodall Institute says famed primatologist died in California during US speaking tour.
Met plunged into crisis amid fresh claims of misogyny and racism
Commissioner Mark Rowley says prejudice has ‘put down deep roots’ within force after BBC Panorama investigation
Metropolitan police officers have been recorded calling for immigrants to be shot, bragging about excessive force, being dismissive about a rape complaint and making anti-Muslim and anti-women comments.
The BBC Panorama programme followed seven months of undercover filming at Charing Cross police station.
Continue reading...At least 69 people killed in a powerful earthquake that hit the Philippines – ABC News – Breaking News, Latest News and Videos
- At least 69 people killed in a powerful earthquake that hit the Philippines ABC News - Breaking News, Latest News and Videos
- 'State of calamity' as earthquake kills 69 in Philippines province BBC
- Deadly tremor in central Philippines prompts church inspections Vatican News
- Strong earthquake kills 31 people in a central Philippine region hit by deadly storm just days ago KSL.com
- Rescuers hunt for survivors after Philippines' deadliest quake in over a decade kills at least 69 Reuters
Europe’s Emerging Plan: Give Ukraine $200 Billion in Russian Money – The Wall Street Journal
- Europe’s Emerging Plan: Give Ukraine $200 Billion in Russian Money The Wall Street Journal
- Moscow Indicates Retaliation if Europe Uses Russian Assets for Ukraine The New York Times
- Will Europe use Russian assets to fund Ukraine? Could Moscow hit back? Al Jazeera
- Belgium Pours Cold Water on EU Plan to Use Russian Frozen Assets Bloomberg.com
- 'Can we eat the chicken?' Belgian PM demands answers on Russian frozen assets Euronews.com