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Facing pressure from rights groups, World Bank suspends funding for Tanzania tourism project
A U.S.-based rights group says the World Bank has suspended funding for a tourism project in Tanzania that allegedly caused the suffering of tens of thousands of villagersABC News - World -
Climate change a health risk for 70% of world's workers, UN warns
Cancer, heart disease, respiratory illnesses and kidney dysfunction among the health consequences of a warming planet.CBS News - Top stories - Climate -
Climate change a health risk for 70% of world's workers, UN warns
Cancer, heart disease, respiratory illnesses and kidney dysfunction among the health consequences of a warming planet.CBS News - World - Climate -
Next UN climate talks are critical to plot aid for poorer nations, says incoming president
The man who will run this year’s United Nations climate talks in November views the upcoming negotiations as a key link in international efforts to curb worsening global warming — if they can be successfulABC News - Tech - Climate -
World’s largest wealth fund says there’s ‘clearly a lot of froth’ in the tech sector right now
The chief executive of Norway's gigantic sovereign wealth fund on Tuesday said there is "clearly a lot of froth" in the tech sector.CNBC - Business -
Earnings this week from several of the biggest technology companies offer the next opportunity for stocks to regain their footing after sharp selloffs last week.
Earnings this week from several of the biggest technology companies offer the next opportunity for stocks to regain their footing after sharp selloffs last week.The Wall Street Journal - World -
Environmental Damage Could Cost You a Fifth of Your Income Over the Next 25 Years
The world is already committed to warming that will undercut the global economy by 20 percent between now and 2050. That’s six times the price of limiting warming to 2 degrees Celsius.Wired - Tech -
New research shows millions of species could face extinction due to climate change
A 2019 U.N. report found around 1 million plant and animal species could be threatened with extinction, but new research shows climate change could drive that number up to 6 million over the next 50 years. Wildlife ecologist Rae Wynn-Grant joined ...CBS News - Top stories - Climate -
The WSJ Dollar Index Rises 0.01% to 100.51
The dollar finished generally flat on Monday as risk sentiment improved, with investors awaiting U.S. data later this week.The Wall Street Journal - World -
UK creatives warn ‘superpower’ status at risk without investment
Artists and executives call on next government to focus on ‘reinvigorating our international reputation’Financial Times - Business - United Kingdom -
UK creatives warn ‘superpower’ status at risk without investment
Artists and executives call on next government to focus on ‘reinvigorating our international reputation’Financial Times - World - United Kingdom -
Ukraine War Helped Push World Military Spending to 35-Year High, Study Says
The outlay reached $2.4 trillion last year, a research group found, 6.8 percent up on 2022. Tensions in Asia and the Middle East also contributed.The New York Times - Top stories - Ukraine -
Ukraine War Helped Push World Military Spending to 35-Year High, Study Says
The outlay reached $2.4 trillion last year, a research group found, 6.8 percent up on 2022. Tensions in Asia and the Middle East also contributed.The New York Times - World - Ukraine -
On Earth Day, Biden Spotlights Climate Investments to Contrast With Republicans
President Biden announced $7 billion more for solar power projects and pointed to a new a climate work force as he tries to galvanize young voters.The New York Times - Top stories - Joe Biden -
70 Percent of Workers Likely Exposed to Climate Change Risks
Excessive heat, UV radiation, pollution, and other hazards are likely already impacting billions of workers around the world. But companies can take important precautions.Inc. - Business - Climate -
UK inflation could stay near 2% target for three years, says BoE rate-setter
Dave Ramsden’s comments suggest he does not need much more evidence of price growth falling before backing rate cutsFinancial Times - Business - United Kingdom -
Hold Azerbaijan accountable before it hosts the next UN Climate Conference
given Azerbaijan’s questionable commitments to preserving the environment and its repressive approach to governance, activists and journalists and others have voiced their skepticism of the U.N.’s choice to hold COP29 in Baku.The Hill - Politics - Climate -
How climate change could impact forests
Dr. Tana Wood, an ecologist with the U.S. Forest Service, is running experiments to see what might happen to forests if temperatures rise by seven degrees Fahrenheit, the worst-case scenario by the end of the century. Among the impacts, it appears ...CBS News - Top stories - Climate -
World Bank suspends Tanzania tourism funding after claims of killings and evictions
Plan to expand Ruaha national park has been beset by allegations of abuse, leading bank to withhold final $50m of $150m budget. The World Bank has suspended financing intended to develop tourism in southern Tanzania after allegations of killings, ...The Guardian - World -
Tanzania tourism: World Bank suspends funding for Ruaha National Park project
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We need legal protections from AI’s risks
You can’t make AI inherently safe, just as you can’t make power drills or cars or computers inherently safe.The Hill - Politics -
Zelensky says the US is ‘not funding’ war in Ukraine
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky reiterated Sunday that the United States is "not funding" war in his country, emphasizing that the U.S. is helping protect democracy throughout the region. NBC host Kristen Welker asked Zelensky on "Meet the ...The Hill - Politics - Ukraine -
Why Anthony Davis' defense could be the Lakers' biggest X factor
Davis' defense has been elite this season. The Lakers need every bit of it now vs. Nikola Jokic and the Nuggets.ESPN - Sports -
Gold posts biggest one-day drop in over a year as geopolitical concerns ease
Gold prices dropped by nearly 3% Monday, pressured as geopolitical pressures appeared to ease in the Middle East.MarketWatch - Business -
Ukraine faces race against time to deploy US funding
Tough weeks ahead for Kyiv in fight to stem Russian advances despite passage of long-awaited bill in WashingtonFinancial Times - Business - Ukraine -
Rich nations pledge $11bn to World Bank for climate and global crises
Contributions will boost lending to poorer countries as pressure growsFinancial Times - World - Climate -
Living to 95 may impact the world as much as AI and climate change
You need an “evergreen” approach to life, work and health, economics professor Andrew Scott says.MarketWatch - Business - Climate -
Biden marks Earth Day with $7bn ‘solar for all’ investment amid week of climate action
Funds will be targeted at disadvantaged areas to create 200,000 jobs, after last week’s oil and gas lease restrictions in Alaska. Joe Biden marked Monday’s Earth Day by announcing a $7bn investment in solar energy projects nationwide, focusing on ...The Guardian - World - Joe Biden -
Minister defends government's record on climate
Claire Coutinho says the government's track record is 'strong' after watchdog accuses PM of setting the UK back.BBC News - Top stories - Climate -
A TikTok ban was passed by the House. Here's what could happen next.
A bill that could ultimately ban TikTok in the U.S. will soon head for a vote in the Senate. Here's what experts say to expect next.CBS News - Top stories - Tiktok -
A TikTok ban was passed by the House. Here's what could happen next.
A bill that could ultimately ban TikTok in the U.S. will soon head for a vote in the Senate. Here's what experts say to expect next.CBS News - Politics - Tiktok -
Apple iPhone sales tumbled in China in first quarter, research firm says
Apple iPhone sales tumbled in China during the first quarter, a research firm said Tuesday.MarketWatch - Business - Apple -
US business group says policy ‘inconsistency’ hurting China investment
AmCham China highlights concerns about lack of regulatory clarity as Beijing seeks to shore up confidenceFinancial Times - Business - China -
US business group says policy ‘inconsistency’ hurting China investment
AmCham China highlights concerns about lack of regulatory clarity as Beijing seeks to shore up confidenceFinancial Times - World - China -
What we learned from the opening weekend of the NBA playoffs
Our experts give their biggest takeaways from every Game 1 of the 2024 playoffs.ESPN - Sports - NBA -
Far right’s rise in Portugal could threaten ambitious climate action
Environmentalists fear focus on economy may undermine country’s climate transition – one of most radical in Europe. Portugal has been among Europe’s more ambitious countries in terms of climate action, but the rise of the far right in recent ...The Guardian - World - Climate -
Could House of the Dragon star change the face of gaming?
Abubakar Salim set up his own studio to tell a personal tale of grief inspired by his Kenyan heritage.BBC News - Top stories -
BoE warns of risks to UK businesses from private equity bubble
Officials escalate warnings about leverage, transparency and valuationsFinancial Times - Business - United Kingdom -
GTC 2024: Highlights from our exclusive interviews with Microsoft, Dell, Deloitte and others
VentureBeat was there to cover GTC in full force, with backstage access to some of the key companies and industry leaders at the event.VentureBeat - Tech -
Here are the S&P 500 levels to watch if the pullback continues
The S&P 500 may not be over, say these strategistsMarketWatch - Business