Countries could use nature to ‘cheat’ on net zero targets, scientists warn

UN warns of ‘economic carnage’ if G20 leaders cannot agree on climate finance for poor countries

Wealthy nations are yet to offer the hundreds of billions of dollars that economists say are needed to help the developing world cut emissions. Leaders of the world’s biggest economies meeting in ...

World - The Guardian - 2 days ago

Chinese Hackers Are Said to Have Targeted Phones Used by Trump and Vance

The targeting of the Republican presidential ticket’s phones is part of what appears to be a wide-ranging effort to gather information about American leaders.

Business - The New York Times - October 25

AP sources: Chinese hackers targeted phones of Trump, Vance, people associated with Harris campaign

Chinese hackers targeted cellphones used by Republican presidential nominee Donald Trump, his running mate, JD Vance, and people associated with the Democratic campaign of Kamala Harris

Tech - ABC News - October 25

Chinese believed to have targeted Trump’s and Vance’s phones in US telecommunications breach

Trump campaign immediately blamed Biden White House and Kamala Harris for Chinese government-linked hack. Chinese government-linked hackers are believed to have targeted phones used by Donald ...

World - The Guardian - October 25

FBI investigating hackers who targeted cellphones used by Trump, JD Vance

The FBI is investigating after Chinese government-linked hackers targeted cellphones used by former President Donald Trump and his running mate, JD Vance. CBS News has learned they also targeted ...

North Korea boasts of 'the world's strongest' missile, but experts say it's too big to use in war

North Korea is boasting that its new intercontinental ballistic missile is “the world’s strongest,” a claim seen as pure propaganda after experts assessed it as being too big to be useful in a war ...

World - ABC News - November 1

Flexibility over electricity use key to UK’s 2030 green power target, says adviser

National Energy System Operator calls for businesses and households to play greater role

World - Financial Times - November 4

Mystery fires were Russian 'test runs' to target cargo flights to US

The attacks targeted couriers in Poland, Germany and the UK, Polish prosecutors say.

Reeves plans to use £350bn council pension pot to boost UK economy

Chancellor to set out reform to fragmented local authority funds in Mansion House speech

Business - Financial Times - November 8

US forces strike Iran-backed targets in Syria after attacks on Americans

U.S. forces on Monday conducted nine strikes on Iranian proxy targets in Syria, a response to recent attacks on American personnel in the region, U.S. Central Command said in a statement. The ...

Politics - The Hill - 6 days ago

World must act to prevent ‘ethnic cleansing’ of Gaza, António Guterres warns

Secretary general makes appeal as civilian casualties mount amid intensive Israeli strikes on north. The UN secretary general, António Guterres has warned Israel could carry out the “ethnic ...

World - The Guardian - October 30

Sweden abolishes tax on plastic bags despite warnings usage could rise

Levy that reduced usage by more than three-quarters in four years fell victim to rightwing culture wars, say critics. A tax that has reduced plastic bag consumption in Sweden by more than ...

World - The Guardian - October 31

Warning tax rises could force care homes to close

Social care providers say the sector is in "unprecedented danger" without more funding.

Officials warn suspect in ballot box fires could strike again

The FBI believes one man is responsible for the fires at ballot dropboxes in Oregon and Washington that damaged hundreds of ballots. They're warning that he may do it again. CBS News Homeland ...

Authorities warn ballot box arson suspect could strike again

State and federal officials warned that the suspect behind ballot box arson attacks in Oregon and Washington could strike again. They also said they are still looking for a motive after hundreds of ...

Restaurant workers' jobs threatened by Budget, bosses warn

Hospitality bosses are calling for changes to what they describe as "unsustainable" tax rises.

Business owners warn Trump’s deportation plan could shut them down

Vow to round up undocumented workers risks labour shortages and higher prices

World - Financial Times - 17 hours ago

Nissan to warn jobs at risk as UK EV targets push car industry to ‘crisis point’

Carmakers fear goals unreachable as consumer demand softens

Business - Financial Times - 2 days ago

What the US election outcome means for Ukraine, Gaza and world conflict

Our chief international correspondent Lyse Doucet hears from leading experts about what's at stake ahead of the vote.

US election: The other races that could shape America

Beyond the president, Americans will also choose governors, representatives, and senators

Key races could determine US energy policy

Click for the latest from The Hill {beacon} Energy & Environment Energy & Environment The Big Story Key races could determine US energy policy The outcomes of Senate and House races could be ...

Politics - The Hill - October 30

How the US election could impact the Middle East

Harris or Trump? The BBC's Lucy Williamson in Jerusalem assesses who Israelis and Palestinians want to win.

Could election change protection US offers Europe?

US military power has helped protect Europe for 75 years, but for how much longer?

Georgia’s opposition disputes result of crucial vote which could decide the country’s role in Europe

Georgia’s opposition disputed the results of its election Saturday after officials said the ruling party led the crucial vote which could decide whether the country pivots to embrace the West or ...

Turkey blocks exports of military-linked goods to Russia after US warning

Customs system no longer allows exporters to proceed with sensitive shipments

Business - Financial Times - October 22

US top diplomat issues warning to Israel over Gaza aid

Antony Blinken has told Israel there may be consequences if more aid does not flow to civilians in northern Gaza.

Microsoft Warns Foreign Disinformation Is Hitting the US Election From All Directions

Russia, Iran, and China are targeting the US election with an evolving array of influence operations in the last days of campaign season.

Tech - Wired - October 23

US, Israel warn of potential attacks on Sri Lankan tourist spots

United States and Israeli authorities warned their citizens on Wednesday against traveling to certain popular tourist spots in Sri Lanka, after receiving “credible” threats of an impending attack. ...

Politics - The Hill - October 23

Europe’s economy poised to fall further behind US, IMF warns

Fund pins blame on weak productivity and ageing workforce as it highlights continent’s weak post-pandemic performance

Business - Financial Times - October 24

US warns against ‘protracted’ campaign in Lebanon as Israel strikes Beirut

In a visit to the region, secretary of state Antony Blinken said the US was working to progress ceasefire talks for Gaza and Lebanon. Israeli strikes hit Beirut on Thursday evening, after the US ...

World - The Guardian - October 25

Strikes on Iran suggest Israel may have heeded US warnings

Scant information about the strikes indicate Israel could have reined in some of its more ambitious plans to cause Iran pain.

US warns of visa restrictions for people who undermine Ghana's democracy

The U.S. State Department has warned that it would restrict U.S. visas for people who undermine Ghana’s democracy, ahead of the West African country’s general election in December

World - ABC News - October 28

US warns Israel over Gaza aid as deadline nears

Aid deliveries are at their lowest monthly level despite a US threat to cut some military assistance.

US Space Force warns of ‘mind-boggling’ build-up of Chinese capabilities

Agency chief Chance Saltzman says Washington must co-operate with allies to counter threats from China and Russia

World - Financial Times - November 1

Republicans preparing to reject US election result if Trump loses, warn strategists

Polling experts point to ‘fake polls’ exaggerating his support, with baseless lawsuits alleging fraud already filed. US elections 2024 – live updates Republicans are already laying the ground ...

World - The Guardian - November 1

US employers seek to defuse election conflict with warnings to staff

Business leaders have told employees to remain civil to avoid ‘war of words’ in office

World - Financial Times - November 5

New Jersey declares drought warning and urges residents to reduce water use

New Jersey’s governor has issued a drought warning and said water restrictions could come if conditions worsen. The dry spell is plaguing much of the Northeast.

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