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The race for clean energy is gathering speed but who will win?

Around The Globe - Wed, 05/29/2024 - 12:00
The technology to build green economies is mainly produced in China. The US and EU are trying to catch up.

As Ukraine war rages, Russia activates sabotage plans in Europe: Experts

Around The Globe - Wed, 05/29/2024 - 11:17
Russia is accused of putting into effect psychological, economic and military operations planned by the USSR.

DR Congo ends impasse to appoint new government

Around The Globe - Wed, 05/29/2024 - 11:12
Five-month delay since election featured an attempted coup as conflict rages in mineral-rich east.

Pro-Palestinian protesters occupy train station in Italy’s Bologna

Around The Globe - Wed, 05/29/2024 - 11:07
Pro-Palestinian protesters in Italy have taken over a train station in Bologna to protest Israel’s war on Gaza.

Israel shrugs off UNSC bid to ‘stop the killing’ to continue Rafah assault

Around The Globe - Wed, 05/29/2024 - 09:57
Israeli tanks penetrate centre of Rafah and air attacks persist across the city despite global calls to end the carnage.

G-force changes likely cause of Singapore flight injuries, probe finds

Around The Globe - Wed, 05/29/2024 - 09:40
Singapore's Ministry of Transport says Boeing aircraft experienced 54-metre altitude drop during incident.

North India swelters as New Delhi records highest-ever temperature of 49.9C

Around The Globe - Wed, 05/29/2024 - 09:32
Brutal weather forces schools to close in several cities and raises the risk of heatstroke for people working outdoors.

Why did global talks to fight pandemics break down?

Around The Globe - Wed, 05/29/2024 - 09:30
Countries were fiercely opposed to proposals they said were against their national interests. But talks could resume.

At least 28 killed after bus falls into ravine in Pakistan’s Balochistan

Around The Globe - Wed, 05/29/2024 - 08:36
The bus from Turbat city in southern Balochistan was headed towards the provincial capital of Quetta.

North Korea flies rubbish-filled balloons to South in ‘tit-for-tat’ attack

Around The Globe - Wed, 05/29/2024 - 08:35
South Korea condemns ‘low-class’ attack which comes amid tensions raised by Pyongyang’s failed satellite launch.

Netherlands feared ‘great suffering’ in Gaza after UNRWA snub, memo reveals

Around The Globe - Wed, 05/29/2024 - 07:59
Dutch officials also expressed concern about regional destabilisation, newly released documents show.

Clashes erupt at Mexico City protest against Israel’s war on Gaza

Around The Globe - Wed, 05/29/2024 - 07:44
Police fire tear gas at protesters rallying outside the Israeli embassy in Mexico's capital.

NBA Finals: Minnesota Timberwolves beat Dallas Mavericks in Game 4

Around The Globe - Wed, 05/29/2024 - 06:55
If Minnesota win the playoff series, they will become the first team in NBA history to advance after trailing 3-0.

Who is Dhruv Rathee? From Modi fan to Indian PM’s most formidable critic

Around The Globe - Wed, 05/29/2024 - 06:40
When the 29-year-old YouTuber attacks Modi, he gets a bigger audience than any opposition leader. What's his secret?

Former Thailand PM Thaksin Shinawatra to go on trial for royal insult

Around The Globe - Wed, 05/29/2024 - 06:21
The case relates to an interview the politician gave to South Korean media while in self-imposed exile in 2015.

‘We will win’: South Africa’s ruling ANC confident despite party ‘missteps’

Around The Globe - Wed, 05/29/2024 - 06:15
Is the ‘freedom’ the governing party brought to South Africa still enough for voters 30 years later?

'I've only caught three exam cheats in 25 years'

Education - Wed, 05/29/2024 - 06:14
An exam invigilator shares her secrets: No squeaky shoes, no jingling keys and watch out for amorous pigeons.

'I've only caught three exam cheats in 25 years'

Education - Wed, 05/29/2024 - 06:14
An exam invigilator shares her secrets: No squeaky shoes, no jingling keys and watch out for amorous pigeons.

Russia plans higher taxes for rich, companies as cost of Ukraine war mounts

Around The Globe - Wed, 05/29/2024 - 04:11
New tax thresholds and hike in corporation tax are expected to raise about 2.6 trillion rubles ($29bn) a year.

Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 824

Around The Globe - Wed, 05/29/2024 - 02:59
As the war enters its 824th day, these are the main developments.

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