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Air pollution is on the rise โ but not everywhere, says UN weather agency
As billions continue to breathe polluted air that causes more than 4.5 million premature deaths every year, UN climate experts on Friday highlighted how damaging microscopic smoke particles from wildfires play their part, travelling halfway across the world.
Published on: September 05, 2025 | Source:
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Amid escalating attacks in Gaza, UN rights chief calls on US to withdraw sanctions against Palestinian rights groups
Sanctions imposed by the United States on three prominent and well-respected Palestinian human rights groups are โcompletely unacceptable and should be withdrawnโ, UN human rights chief Volker Tรผrk said on Friday.
Published on: September 05, 2025 | Source:Nigeria: N4trn Debt - Reps Broker Peace Between FG, Contractors, Payment Begins Monday
[Premium Times] "We had over four hours engagement and they left here smiling. We got the strategy in place, and we're going to come back on the 21st of this month to review what we've done so far, how we've ticked the boxes, what needs to be done and the way forward.
Published on: September 05, 2025 | Source:โIโm glad itโs over.โ Google CEO thanks Trump for antitrust 'resolution'
President Donald Trump congratulated Google CEO Sundar Pichai on โbig dayโ following antitrust ruling.
Published on: September 05, 2025 | Source:Germany: Teacher injured in Essen school stabbing
A suspect was shot at before being taken into custody in a large police operation after a teacher was stabbed in the stomach in western Germany.
Published on: September 05, 2025 | Source:WMO Urges Addressing Vicious Cycle Between Air Quality and Climate Change
Particulate matter from transport, industry, and agriculture remains a major health hazard. On Friday, the World Meteorological Organization (WMO) warned that fossil fuel burning and other human activities that contribute to climate change are sources of pollution, which in turn aggravate climate change, forming a vicious cycle. RELATED: Climate Change Drives Britain Toward Hottest Summer [โฆ]
Published on: September 05, 2025 | Source:Why Italy is bucking the super-rich clampdown
A long-time favorite of the rich and famous, Italy is now attracting a fresh influx of ultra-wealthy arrivals looking to make the most of la dolce vita.
Published on: September 05, 2025 | Source:Washington D.C. Sues Trump Administration Over National Guard Deployment
This lawsuit follows a court victory by the Democratic-run U.S. state of California earlier this week. On Thursday, Districtโs Attorney General Brian Schwalb announced that Washington, D.C. has filed a lawsuit against the Trump administration over the deployment of National Guard troops in the nationโs capital. RELATED: Appeals Court Rejects Use of Alien Enemies Act [โฆ]
Published on: September 05, 2025 | Source:US State Department sanctions NGOs tied to ICCโs Israel probe
The groups have called for the International Criminal Court to prosecute Israeli nationals for war crimes.
Published on: September 05, 2025 | Source:Environment minister: Germany must keep on climate course
Germany's new environment minister faces internal challenges in taking forward both domestic and international climate policy. But he is determined that it will not alter the country's carbon neutral direction.
Published on: September 05, 2025 | Source:September 5: International Day of Indigenous Women
The International Day of Indigenous Women commemorates Bartolina Sisa and underscores the contemporary struggles of Indigenous women across Latin America and the Caribbean.
Published on: September 05, 2025 | Source:UK investment minister quits just weeks before major summit
Itโs the second exit from Starmerโs embattled government in a single day.
Published on: September 05, 2025 | Source:BMW doubles down on software and brand value to take on Tesla, Chinese EV rivals
German auto giant BMW is doubling down on its brand value as it prepares to roll out a fleet of software-controlled electric vehicles.
Published on: September 05, 2025 | Source:Three British nationals among 16 killed in Lisbon crash
Authorities have confirmed three Brits are among 16 people who were killed in Wednesday's accident.
Published on: September 05, 2025 | Source:Scottish Parliament Backs Full Boycott of Israel Over Gaza War
The Scottish Parliament has approved a sweeping boycott of Israel and related companies, combining sanctions with new humanitarian commitments for Gaza.
Published on: September 05, 2025 | Source:Africa: Trump's Bullying Shows Signs of Backfiring
[ISS] India defies US President Donald Trump's bullying; will African countries do the same?
Published on: September 05, 2025 | Source:Proposed PSLF Changes Would Undermine Nonprofits and Public Service Careers
The Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program has helped nonprofit workers and organizations sustain their work. However, it is now one of the many programs the Trump administration is now threatening.
Published on: September 05, 2025 | Source:South Africa: No Sex Workers Will Be Prosecuted While Court Process Plays Out
[GroundUp] NPA issues directive to prosecutors not to enroll new cases
Published on: September 05, 2025 | Source:What we know about Lisbon's deadly funicular crash
At least 16 people died after a carriage on the city's famous Glรณria hillside railway derailed.
Published on: September 05, 2025 | Source:Rubio says US will 'blow up' foreign crime groups if needed
The secretary of state made the comments during a trip to Ecuador, where he announced new measures targeting criminal gangs.
Published on: September 05, 2025 | Source:Indian farmer gives up home so village children can have a school
Mor Singhโs residence now operates as an upper primary school attended by 50-60 students in his village
Published on: September 05, 2025 | Source:Listen: Putin warns foreign troops in Ukraine would be โlegitimate targetโ
This statement comes hours after 26 of Ukraineโs allies pledged to send troops as part of a so-called โreassurance forceโ. But what does this โreassurance forceโ entail, and how does it fit with Putinโs threats?
Published on: September 05, 2025 | Source:Nigeria: Lagos Raises Alarm Over Degradation of Lagoon
[Leadership] Lagos State government has raised the alarm over the environmental degradation of the Lagos Lagoon, saying the situation portends an ecological and social catastrophe if urgent measures are not taken to tackle the menace.
Published on: September 05, 2025 | Source:WHO updates list of essential medicines to include key cancer, diabetes treatments
Today, the World Health Organization (WHO) has released updated editions of its Model Lists of Essential Medicines (EML) and Essential Medicines for Children (EMLc), adding new treatments forvarious types of cancer and for diabetes with associated comorbidities such as obesity. Medicines for cystic fibrosis, psoriasis, haemophilia and blood-related disorders are among the other additions.WHO EML and EMLc include...
Published on: September 05, 2025 | Source:Jรธrgensen pushes for Russian gas ban and offshore wind boost ahead of EU council
EU energy ministers debate 2040 climate target and offshore wind rescue plan as EU energy commissioner Jรธrgensen pushes Russian gas ban and tripartite contracts to boost 350GW of offshore wind by 2050.
Published on: September 05, 2025 | Source:Offshore wind giant Orsted gets green light for survival plan after Trump blocks project
Danish energy group Orsted on Friday received approval from shareholders for its $9.4 billion rights issue.
Published on: September 05, 2025 | Source:Putin finds partners in Asia as West falters on Ukraine
Subscribe nowwith a one-month trial for only $1, then enjoy the first year at an exclusive rate of just $99. Russia projects global relevance amid Ukraine deadlockJames Davis reports that the Ukraine peace process remains frozen, with Europe determined to weaken Russia and Trump issuing contradictory threats against both Moscow and Kyiv. Against this backdrop, [โฆ] The post Putin finds partners in Asia as West falters...
Published on: September 05, 2025 | Source:New Zealand: Maori queen gives first public speech
The queen of New Zealand's Maori tribe gave her first national address. She ended a year of public silence following her father's death..
Published on: September 05, 2025 | Source:South Africa: People's Bill - South Africa's Civil Society Push to Rescue Its Public Sector
[New South Institute] The testimony was dry, technical and utterly consequential. One after another, they approached the virtual podium, union leaders, policy architects, ethicists, and a lone ordinary citizen. Their audience was a panel of South African lawmakers from the National Council of Provinces (NCOP). Their subject, a piece of legislation so dense it rarely makes headlines, yet so vital it could determine the...
Published on: September 05, 2025 | Source:Germany updates: Merz urges stronger European role in global affairs
Germany's chancellor is concerned Europe is not playing the role it should on the world stage. Meanwhile, police detained a suspect accused of stabbing a teacher at a vocational school in Essen. DW has more.
Published on: September 05, 2025 | Source:Thailand has another new prime minister and an opening for progress. But will anything change?
In a surprise move, a progressive party threw its support behind the conservative Anutin Charnvirakul in exchange for promises of reform.
Published on: September 05, 2025 | Source:South Africa: How SA Influencers Help the Tobacco Industry to Spread Confusing Messages
[Bhekisisa] Sbusiso Leope, better known as DJ Sbu, is part of a social media campaign that's been pushing back on parts of the tobacco Bill that is in front of Parliament. He's just one of many influencers who say they are defending informal traders, but public health advocates and researchers warn this selective, emotive picture is one often presented by the tobacco industry.
Published on: September 05, 2025 | Source:Thailandโs Parliament Elects Anutin Charnvirakul as Next Prime Minister
The vote brings to an end a week of political uncertainty, but Thailand's political instability seems set to continue.
Published on: September 05, 2025 | Source:With a Mayoral Election Coming Up, This Is Where NYC Stands on Climate Action
The cityโs precarious position in the face of multiple climate change-related pressures, such as coastal or rainfall flooding and extreme heat, has not been a focus of this yearโs mayoral raceโbut perhaps it should be. The health and expansion of green space and trees, the creation of protection against flooding and the reduction of air [โฆ]
Published on: September 05, 2025 | Source:Mayor Eric Adamsโ Unfulfilled Promise for New York City Parks
New York Cityโs parks and natural areas are crucial to resilience against the many climate change-related pressures that the metropolis faces. Parks offer residents respite from the dense urban landscape. They also absorb water during storms, limiting flooding, and provide shade, protecting many New Yorkers from the worst impacts of extreme heat. Wetlands, which are [โฆ]
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