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Dirty laundry: what really happens to your clothes when you donate them to charity?

Only a fraction gets resold on the domestic secondhand market, but there are ways consumers can help reduce wasteChange by degrees offers life hacks and sustainable living tips each Saturday to help reduce your household’s carbon footprintGot a question or tip for reducing household emissions? Email us at changebydegrees@theguardian.comEvery year, Australians donate the equivalent of 250m pairs of jeans to charity...

Published on: April 04, 2025 | Source: Guardian Australia favicon Guardian Australia

Donald Trump in the White House seemed like a plus for Peter Dutton. But after this week, maybe not so much | Josh Butler

As Australians balk at rightwing populism, cosying up to the US president is no longer an election-winning formula. The opposition leader needs to find a new way to win attentionElection 2025 live updates: Australia federal election campaignPolls tracker; election guide; full federal election coverageAnywhere but Canberra; interactive electorates guideListen to the first episode of our new narrative podcast series:...

Published on: April 04, 2025 | Source: Guardian Australia favicon Guardian Australia

A lucky rascal or a feral critter that ‘should be euthanised’? Hunt for Valerie the dachshund divides Kangaroo Island

Wildlife groups claim the resourceful miniature sausage dog was sighted again this week. But not everyone is on Team ValerieElection 2025 live updates: Australia federal election campaignGet our afternoon election email, free app or daily news podcastThere’s a roo carcass on the side of the road, near the turnoff to one of Kangaroo Island’s many excellent cellar doors. Black ravens lift sullenly from their feast as...

Published on: April 04, 2025 | Source: Guardian Australia favicon Guardian Australia

Back to Back Barries: Trump tariffs wreak havoc on week one

The federal election campaign was barely a week old when Donald Trump rearranged the world trading order.And in Australia, the leaders covered a lot of ground. But in a campaign lacking inspiration, where is the promise of hope?Tony Barry and Barrie Cassidy examine the impact of new tariffs on Australia just four weeks out from the election. They also debate Dutton’s plan to cut public sector workers, and wonder: is it...

Published on: April 04, 2025 | Source: Guardian Australia favicon Guardian Australia

Inside the campaign cocoon, sure-footed Albanese outboxes dour Dutton

From the first moments, the Labor leader has shown confidence in the party’s positive message in contrast to his opponent’s more negative styleElection 2025 live updates: Australia federal election campaignPolls tracker; election guide; full federal election coverageAnywhere but Canberra; interactive electorates guideListen to the first episode of our new narrative podcast series: GinaGet our afternoon election email,...

Published on: April 04, 2025 | Source: Guardian Australia favicon Guardian Australia

Another summer of disruption? Spain’s anti-tourism protests reignite ahead of Easter break

Residents say new government measures are not enough to combat the negative effects of mass tourism.

Published on: April 04, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

With tensions rising in Taiwan, civil defence becomes a high-wire act

Recalling ‘White Terror’ martial law, many regard government-backed civil defence sceptically even as Taipei moves to bolster readiness.

Published on: April 04, 2025 | Source: South China Morning Post favicon South China Morning Post

US market extends drop as strong jobs report fails to soothe tariff fears

The S&P 500 Index and Nasdaq 100 Index futures sank as China imposed a 34 per cent tariff on all American imports.

Published on: April 04, 2025 | Source: South China Morning Post favicon South China Morning Post

Trump administration will head to London energy summit … and into a row

Europe and Washington will come together at a time when their leaders are radically divided on energy and climate policies.

Published on: April 04, 2025 | Source: Politico Europe favicon Politico Europe

Tariffs and Inflation for the US, Disruption for Indian Supply Chains

India must work at making India great as opposed to bending over backwards to help Trump in Making America Great Again.

Published on: April 04, 2025 | Source: The Diplomat favicon The Diplomat

Greek rescuers continue search for missing girl after migrant boat sank off Lesbos

The boat sank in the early hours of Thursday morning, killing seven people.

Published on: April 04, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

'A scary place': Jason Stanley on leaving Trump's America

Philosopher Jason Stanley is among several critics of US President Donald Trump who have left Yale University, and the United States, to work and live in Canada. He equates the new leadership with "fascism."

Published on: April 04, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

'A scary place' — Jason Stanley on leaving Trump's America

Philosopher Jason Stanley is among several critics of US President Donald Trump who have left Yale University, and the US, to work and live in Canada. He equates the new leadership with "fascism."

Published on: April 04, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

Huawei South Africa IT Day 2025 showcases future-proof data storage solutions in the AI era

The Huawei South Africa IT Day 2025, took place at Indaba Hotel, Johannesburg on April 2, brought together industry leaders, technology experts, and business decision-makers for an insightful exploration of cutting-edge data centre and AI solutions. The event, hosted by Huawei South Africa, underscored the company’s commitment to driving digital transformation and equipping enterprises with […]

Published on: April 04, 2025 | Source: Mail & Guardian Africa favicon Mail & Guardian Africa

US added 228,000 jobs in March despite Donald Trump's federal cuts

Although the labour market remained strong in March, an increasing number of immigrant deportations could cause labour shortages in the coming months.

Published on: April 04, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Venezuela Receives 208 Migrants Returning to Their Homeland

So far, the Bolivarian government has achieved the repatriation of 2,190 Venezuelan migrants. On Friday morning, a U.S. plane from Texas landed at Simon Bolivar Airport in La Guaira with 208 Venezuelan migrants on board, including two children and 30 women. RELATED: Venezuela Welcomes New Migrant Flight Under “Plan Vuelta a la Patria” This is […]

Published on: April 04, 2025 | Source: Telesur English favicon Telesur English

Actor-comedian Russell Brand charged with rape in the U.K.

British police chargedactor-comedianRussellBrandwith rapeand multiple counts of assault connected to a number of allegations between 1999 and 2005,a police statement on Friday said.

Published on: April 04, 2025 | Source: CBC News - Canada favicon CBC News - Canada

As Romania gears up for presidential election rerun, who are the frontrunners?

Romanian voters will cast their ballots for the second time in six months on 4 May, with another far-right candidate, George Simion, leading opinion polls.

Published on: April 04, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

China to impose 34% retaliatory tariff on all goods imported from the U.S.

Beijing's measures come inthe wake of duties imposed by U.S. President Donald Trump's administration earlier this week.

Published on: April 04, 2025 | Source: CNBC International favicon CNBC International

The trade surplus that Trump never mentions

US has a trade surplus from export of services which experts say are now vulnerable to global tariffs.

Published on: April 04, 2025 | Source: Al Jazeera Middle East favicon Al Jazeera Middle East

U.S. payrolls rose by 228,000 in March, but unemployment rate increases to 4.2%

Nonfarm payrolls were expected to grow by 140,000 in March while the unemployment rate would hold steady at 4.1%.

Published on: April 04, 2025 | Source: CNBC International favicon CNBC International

UK police charge comic actor Russell Brand with rape

British police have charged comedian Russell Brand with rape and sexual assault after an investigation that followed complaints from several women.

Published on: April 04, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

China hits back at Trump tariffs with 34% tax on US goods, export curbs

Beijing says it will impose additional 34 percent tax on US goodsfrom next week in retaliation to Washington's tariffs.

Published on: April 04, 2025 | Source: Al Jazeera Middle East favicon Al Jazeera Middle East

Sri Lanka: Former 'Tamil Tigers' struggle to reintegrate

Nearly 16 years after Sri Lanka's civil war, former female fighters from the country's northern provinces still have limited opportunities.

Published on: April 04, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

Eggs won’t win the EU a trade war against the US

Amid escalating tariff threats, the US Department of Agriculture turned to the EU for egg imports. We crack open whether Europe can help — beyond the question of whether it should.

Published on: April 04, 2025 | Source: EU Observer favicon EU Observer

Seoul’s pivot after Yoon’s removal could prove a win for China

The Constitutional Court’s finalization of the impeachment of South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol on April 4 has sent shockwaves through the Korean Peninsula and beyond. With opposition leader Lee Jae-myung now favored to win the presidency in a likely snap election, South Korea stands at a geopolitical crossroads – precariously perched between its democratic […] The post Seoul’s pivot after Yoon’s removal could prove...

Published on: April 04, 2025 | Source: Asia Times favicon Asia Times

Secret to Trump’s ‘crazy’ tariffs, accidental ambassador IShowSpeed: SCMP daily highlights

From US commitment to the one-China policy to the militarisation of space, here’s a round-up from today’s China coverage.

Published on: April 04, 2025 | Source: South China Morning Post favicon South China Morning Post

India’s opposition says will challenge Muslim properties bill in top court

Amendments to 1995 law governing waqf endowments would add non-Muslims to boards that manage such properties.

Published on: April 04, 2025 | Source: Al Jazeera Middle East favicon Al Jazeera Middle East

King Charles plays carrot recorder with London Vegetable Orchestra

King Charles played a carrot recorder with the London Vegetable Orchestra at Windsor Castle while celebrating community music leaders, joking about taking the carrot home.

Published on: April 04, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Higher Education Unions Mobilize to “Kill the Cuts”

This spring looks to be a season of high mobilization by labor unions and civil society. For higher education unions alone, two rounds of demonstrations are slated for April.

Published on: April 04, 2025 | Source: Nonprofit Quarterly favicon Nonprofit Quarterly

The surprising casualties of Benjamin Netanyahu’s torrent of terror

Bibi has abandoned the remaining Israeli captives in the evangelical pursuit of Trump's sick plan.

Published on: April 04, 2025 | Source: Al Jazeera Middle East favicon Al Jazeera Middle East

Leaders From 10 Countries To Attend the CELAC Summit in Honduras

During the upcoming event, Xiomara Castro will hand over the CELAC pro tempore presidency to Gustavo Petro. On Thursday, Honduran President Xiomara Castro confirmed that 11 countries will be represented at the highest level at the 9th Summit of the Community of Latin American and Caribbean States (CELAC), which will be held on April 9 […]

Published on: April 04, 2025 | Source: Telesur English favicon Telesur English

Hit US with maximum political, economic damage - EU ex-trade chief

The EU must hit US digital and financial services hard to stop the trade war launched by US president Donald Trump, Jean-Luc Demarty, former director-general of the Commission’s DG Trade, told Euronews.

Published on: April 04, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Kyrgyz deputy leader touts rising cooperation between EU and Central Asian 'tigers'

Edil Baisalov, Deputy Prime Minister of the Kyrgyz Republic, spoke to Euronews about trade, energy, youth mobility and democratic resilience, urging stronger investment and joint responses to global upheavals and the challenges of the digital age.

Published on: April 04, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Nigeria: Peter Obi Condemns Bokkos Killings, Charges FG to Act Decisively

[Vanguard] As the death toll in Bokkos killings rises, Peter Obi, the Presidential candidate of the Labour Party in the 2023 presidential election, has raised concern over the increasing spate of insecurity in many parts of the country.

Published on: April 04, 2025 | Source: AllAfrica favicon AllAfrica