- EU faces pressure over energy prices amid Middle East tensions and US sanctions
- Pro-Kremlin lawyer Ilya Remeslo admitted to psychiatric facility after criticising Putin
- Has Trump hinted he’s finished with the Iran conflict? Don’t assume too much.
- Russian attacks kill two in Ukraine as peace talks are anticipated in Miami
- Three additional men charged with raping woman allegedly drugged by her husband.
- Spain issues amber weather warnings as Storm Therese disrupts Canary Islands
- Justin Timberlake DUI arrest video made public
- Bulgaria’s caretaker government faces EU concerns over peace treaty ratification
Climate Change
158 giant tortoises have been reintroduced to Floreana Island, a significant recovery effort by the Galapagos National Park Directorate following their disappearance in the 19th century. This release is part of a phased return strategy, laying the groundwork for future species reintroductions.
Industry leaders, including EUROFER President Henrik Adam, demanded urgent EU action to lower high electricity prices, which threaten competitiveness and investment in energy-intensive sectors. They seek costs around €50/MWh to support decarbonisation and restore industrial capacity amid rising global competition.
The European Court of Auditors (ECA) report warns the EU risks failing to diversify its supply of critical raw materials crucial for energy transition by 2030, with ECA’s Keit Pentus-Rosimannus citing dangerous dependence on China for key minerals.
Farmers in Saudi Arabia’s Asir region continue to utilise traditional agricultural techniques, relying on cattle and handcrafted tools for soil preparation and planting, despite the availability of modern machinery. This approach is rooted in years of ancestral knowledge that prioritises soil health and environmental responsibility.
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A major incident has been declared in Northern Ireland due to a “significant” wildfire on Sandbank Road, which has prompted over 100 firefighters to respond to the scene.
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