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China and the U.S. To Push for Continuation of Tariff Truce
The Stockholm meeting followed previous encounters in Geneva and London. On Tuesday, U.S. and Chinese representatives finished the second day of tariff negotiations in Stockholm, following an initial session the day before that lasted more than five hours, with no details disclosed. RELATED: Portugal Industries Face Heavy Blow From Incoming U.S. Tariffs The two delegations [โฆ]
Published on: July 29, 2025 | Source:
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Netherlands bans 2 far-right Israeli ministers as EU considers sanctions on Israel over Gaza
The Netherlands has banned two far-right Israeli ministers from entering the country. The move comes as the European Union considers partially suspending Israelโs access to a science and technology program.
Published on: July 29, 2025 | Source:Ivory Coast president, 83, says he will run for fourth term
Ouattara is the poll's frontrunner as numerous major challengers have been banned from running.
Published on: July 29, 2025 | Source:Record catch of krill near Antarctica could trigger early closure of fishery
Fishing for krill near Antarctica has surged to a record high, nearing a seasonal catch limit that could close the fishery early.
Published on: July 29, 2025 | Source:Backlash in Germany as Nรผrnberg Zoo kills 12 healthy baboons citing lack of space
The zoo's population of Guinea baboons had grown to 43 and was too big for a house opened in 2009 for 25 animals plus their young, leading to more conflicts among the animals.
Published on: July 29, 2025 | Source:British Museum justification for Israel embassy event under scrutiny after FOI response
British Museum justification for Israel embassy event under scrutiny after FOI response Revelations from a Freedom of Information (FOI) request have raised questions around theBritishMuseumโs claim that it had no say in a decision tohost an event for the Israeli embassy, as it โcannot undermineโ UK foreign policy. On 13 May, the museum hosted an event organised by the Israeli embassy celebrating the anniversary of...
Published on: July 29, 2025 | Source:The Challenge to Chinaโs โUnified Big Marketโ Drive
The country's vast consumer base is the key to riding out Trumpโs tariffs. But Chinaโs internal market is riven by its own trade barriers.
Published on: July 29, 2025 | Source:Ivory Coastโs president says will seek fourth term in office
Alassane Ouattara, 83, announced the plan after changing the constitution to remove presidential term limits.
Published on: July 29, 2025 | Source:As Climate-Related Wastewater Threats Grow, U.S. and Mexico Sign a Deal to End the Tijuana Sewage Crisis
Every day, the Tijuana River spews millions of gallons of untreated sewage from Mexico into California, much of which ends up in the ocean. For decades, this steady churn of wastewater has overloaded aging infrastructure on both sides of the border, posing a major ecological and public health issue for communities in Tijuana and San [โฆ]
Published on: July 29, 2025 | Source:Japan’s Fukushima nuclear plant faces new delay in removing melted fuel debris
The Japanese operator of the tsunami-wrecked Fukushima Daiichi nuclear power plant says the start of full-scale removal of melted fuel debris will be delayed for several years until 2037 or later.
Published on: July 29, 2025 | Source:UK says it will recognise a Palestinian state in September unless Israel agrees to ceasefire
UK says it will recognise a Palestinian state in September unless Israel agrees to ceasefire The UK has said it will formally recognise the state of Palestine in September unless Israel agrees toa ceasefire and commits to a two-state solution before then. Prime Minister Keir Starmer has come under pressure from members of parliament to back a two-state solution. Recently,220 MPs signed a letter to the prime minister...
Published on: July 29, 2025 | Source:German zoo faces protests after killing 12 healthy baboons
A zoo in the German city of Nuremberg says it has killed 12 baboons despite protests, capping a saga rooted in concerns that the zoo had too little space to house a growing group of the animals.
Published on: July 29, 2025 | Source:Earthโs Wetlands Are Disappearing and Global Efforts to Save Them Are Unraveling
VICTORIA FALLS, ZimbabweโScientists and civil society are urging delegates from more than 170 countries represented at a summit here to step up ambitions to combat the continued destruction of Earthโs fastest-disappearing ecosystem. Wetlands underpin all life on Earth, supplying fresh water, oxygen, habitat and food. Yet since 1970 more than 35 percent of wetlands have [โฆ]
Published on: July 29, 2025 | Source:Trump administration moves to nix key finding on greenhouse gas emissions
EPA head Lee Zeldin has framed the rollback as necessary to axe regulations and ensure the US's continued prosperity.
Published on: July 29, 2025 | Source:There is a data deal to be done by banking incumbents and upstarts
Customer information is either a private asset or a public good
Published on: July 29, 2025 | Source:Trump administration moves to repeal EPA rule that allows climate regulation
President Donald Trumpโs administration has proposed revoking a scientific finding that's long been the central basis for U.S. action to regulate greenhouse gas emissions and fight climate change.
Published on: July 29, 2025 | Source:Pro-Palestine group in Greece protests arrival of Israeli cruise ship on Crete island
Riot police kept the crowd away from the pier where the cruise ship was docked, while scuffles broke out between demonstrators and police.
Published on: July 29, 2025 | Source:The Referendum Cook Islanders Deserve
Let the islands' people decide whether deepening ties with China reflect their collective aspirations โ and whether the constitutional relationship with New Zealand still serves their future.
Published on: July 29, 2025 | Source:Union Pacific to buy Norfolk Southern for $85bn
The deal, which would build first coast-to-coast freight rail, could take up to two years to complete amid scrutiny.
Published on: July 29, 2025 | Source:Ivory Coast President Ouattara seeks fourth term
A former banker, President Alassane Ouattara did well for the country's economy, but critics accuse him of tightening his grip on power and strongly oppose his reelection bid. He has led the Ivory Coast since 2011.
Published on: July 29, 2025 | Source:Trump ally Marjorie Taylor Greene decries โgenocideโ in Gaza
Right-wing congresswoman condemns the 'starvation happening in Gaza' as she criticises pro-Israel colleague Randy Fine.
Published on: July 29, 2025 | Source:Procter and Gamble to raise prices to offset tariff costs
The worldโs largest consumer goods maker said it will have to raise prices on a quarter of its products starting August.
Published on: July 29, 2025 | Source:How recent Syrian communal violence is impacting Germany
Fighting between different community groups inside Syria is also causing tensions among Syrians living in Germany. After a brawl on the streets in Dusseldorf, some fear more unrest here.
Published on: July 29, 2025 | Source:Israeli tourists face growing anger in Greece while Athens pledges crackdown on protests
Fresh clashes erupted Tuesday as protesters confronted Israeli tourists on Crete.
Published on: July 29, 2025 | Source:US companies use hot markets to slash borrowing costs on risky loans
Repricing activity hits record high of $153bn in July in latest sign of investor optimism
Published on: July 29, 2025 | Source:Iconiq set to lead $5bn funding round for AI start-up Anthropic
Deal would almost triple valuation of OpenAIโs rival to $170bn
Published on: July 29, 2025 | Source:Starmer says UK will recognize Palestinian state unless Israel agrees to a Gaza ceasefire
Starmer also said Hamas must release all the hostages it holds, agree to a ceasefire, "accept that they will play no part in the government of Gaza, and commit to disarmament."
Published on: July 29, 2025 | Source:Israel wonโt face EU penalties over Gaza suffering โ yet
A Brussels plan to suspend Israel's participation in the Horizon research program needs to win more backing from countries.
Published on: July 29, 2025 | Source:Venus Williams will return to the U.S. Open in the mixed doubles tournament with Reilly Opelka
A total of 16 duos will be competing for the $1 million top prize.
Published on: July 29, 2025 | Source:French seek US tariff exemption for champagne and other drinks
Confusion persists over which EU products will be exempt from 15% levy expected to enter into force on Friday
Published on: July 29, 2025 | Source:Ukraine: Zelenskyy signs law for over 60s to join military
Ukrainians over the age of 60 will be allowed to enlist in the military following the enactment of a law signed by President Volodymyr Zelenskyy. Ukrainian officials also called a Russian strike on a prison a war crime.
Published on: July 29, 2025 | Source:Albert Hall heads for trial with private seat owners over access to performances
Holders of seats say venue is infringing rights of access dating back to 19th century
Published on: July 29, 2025 | Source:Kenya: Experts Push Open Health Data for Emergencies
[Capital FM] Nairobi -- Researchers from the KEMRI-Wellcome Trust in Kilifi and the Institute of Tropical Medicine in Antwerp have called for the urgent creation and maintenance of open, regularly updated health facility databases to support better healthcare delivery across Africa.
Published on: July 29, 2025 | Source:Malawi: National Youth Alliance Backs Chakwera, Madhlopa Declines Presidential Race
[Nyasa Times] Vasco Mqobi Madhlopa, leader of the National Youth Alliance (NYA), has announced that he will not contest in the upcoming presidential election, and instead, his party is throwing its full support behind Malawi Congress Party (MCP) candidate Lazarus Chakwera.
Published on: July 29, 2025 | Source:Malawi: Malawi Graduate Builds App for Visually Impaired Learners, Wins Mk38 Million Boost From Save the Children
[Nyasa Times] A 23-year-old university graduate, Staff Nyoni, has developed a groundbreaking digital learning app to help visually impaired learners in Malawi -- and has just received MK38 million from Save the Children to expand the project to more schools.
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