DRC, Rwanda agree economic framework outline as part of peace deal
Neighbours agree on terms of economic cooperation in several areas, including energy and mineral supply chains.
Ukraine claims attacks on Russian drone storage airbase and military plant – Euronews.com
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- Ukraine says it hit Russian oil facilities, military airfield Reuters
- 3 people die in overnight Ukrainian drone strikes on Russia ABC News
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One in three Palestinians in Gaza going days without food, UNICEF says
UN agency warns of grave risk of famine as the number of starvation deaths hits 162 Palestinians, including 92 children.
How Pakistan shot down India’s cutting-edge fighter using Chinese gear – Yahoo Home
Trump’s $200m ballroom: A history of home improvements at the White House
The White House has announced plans to build a new ballroom, fulfilling a long-term desire of Donald Trump's.
Millions of Ukrainians abroad hope to return home once Russia’s invasion ends – NPR
Pope Leo XIV: ‘We all find true joy and happiness in Jesus Christ’ – Vatican News
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Japan braces for more heat after hottest July on record – DW
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- Japan sets new record for highest nationwide average temperature in July France 24
- Japan records highest temperature on record Al Jazeera
- City breaks entire country's record with unprecedented temperature — here's what you need to know Yahoo Home
- Japan Records Highest Temperature Ever as Heat Wave Lingers Bloomberg
Germany’s ‘oldest and biggest’ gay nightclub declares bankruptcy
SchwuZ, a 50-year-old dance hotspot, falls victim to inflation and rising rents threatening Berlin’s club scene
Germany’s “oldest and biggest” gay dance club has declared itself bankrupt after nearly half a century in business, falling victim to inflation and an evolving party culture threatening Berlin’s nightlife.
Management troubles and dating apps were among the factors putting SchwuZ on the ropes last year and in May the club shortened its opening hours, laid off staff and asked regulars for help to plug a growing shortfall, to little avail.
Continue reading...Mali charges ex-PM with undermining the state over post on X
Moussa Mara expressed solidarity with opposition figures held after political parties were dissolved.
No more GI Joe trucks: Army swaps iconic Humvee for a faster, cheaper vehicle – USA Today
Nordic countries hit by ‘truly unprecedented’ heatwave
Scientists record longest streak of temperatures higher than 30C in region in records going back to 1961
Cold Nordic countries are being seared by “truly unprecedented” heat, as hot weather strengthened and lengthened by carbon pollution continues to roast northern Europe.
A weather station in the Norwegian part of the Arctic Circle recorded temperatures above 30C (86F) on 13 days in July, while Finland has had three straight weeks with 30C heat.
Continue reading...Nordic countries hit by ‘truly unprecedented’ heatwave
Scientists record longest streak of temperatures higher than 30C in region in records going back to 1961
Cold Nordic countries are being seared by “truly unprecedented” heat, as hot weather strengthened and lengthened by carbon pollution continues to roast northern Europe.
A weather station in the Norwegian part of the Arctic Circle recorded temperatures above 30C (86F) on 13 days in July, while Finland has had three straight weeks with 30C heat.
Continue reading...Nordic countries hit by ‘truly unprecedented’ heatwave
Scientists record longest streak of temperatures higher than 30C in region in records going back to 1961
Cold Nordic countries are being seared by “truly unprecedented” heat, as hot weather strengthened and lengthened by carbon pollution continues to roast northern Europe.
A weather station in the Norwegian part of the Arctic Circle recorded temperatures above 30C (86F) on 13 days in July, while Finland has had three straight weeks with 30C heat.
Continue reading...How a popular Peruvian soft drink went ‘toe-to-toe’ with Coca-Cola
Inca Kola outshined Coca-Cola for decades, gaining a foothold during WWII through bodegas owned by a spurned community.
Palestinian statehood vote at Victorian Labor conference heaps more pressure on PM
Labor Friends of Palestine’s motion also called on federal government to extend sanctions to all members of Benjamin Netanyahu’s cabinet
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Victorian Labor members have voted to immediately recognise Palestine, heaping further pressure on the Albanese government to join Canada, France and the UK in their push for a sovereign state.
Rank and file members at Labor’s state conference on Saturday also carried an urgent resolution to review the Aukus submarine deal. However, the wording of the motion was watered down before the vote.
Continue reading...With Palestine recognition, allies try to get Netanyahu to listen, but risk boosting Hamas – The Times of Israel
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Gaza family’s battle for survival as hunger and heat deepen despair
Palestinians Fadi and Abeer Sobh fight daily battles for food and water, as their six children face hunger and hardship.
A viable Palestinian state remains far off, despite growing international clamor – CNN
- A viable Palestinian state remains far off, despite growing international clamor CNN
- Western countries speak of a future Palestinian state as the nightmare unfolding in Gaza worsens AP News
- The Changing Map of Palestinian Recognition The New York Times
- Recognizing Palestine would deepen French Muslim-Jewish rift DW
- How Gaza exasperation pushed three Israel allies towards recognising Palestinian state Reuters
Snow falls in Queensland as NSW SES report 100 vehicles stuck in heavily blanketed northern tablelands
Footage shows snow falling at Dalveen, between Stanthorpe and Warwick in south east Queensland, about 4pm on Saturday
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Snow has fallen in southern Queensland as the New South Wales State Emergency Service (SES) responds to reports of up to 100 vehicles stuck in heavy snow blanketing the northern tablelands.
Footage sent to Guardian Australia showed snow tumbling down at Dalveen, between Stanthorpe and Warwick in south east Queensland, about 4pm on Saturday.
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