Huge deal struck but is it enough

Huge deal struck but is it enough? 5 takeaways from a dramatic COP29

Fraught debate revealed the divide between rich and poor as the UN conference sealed a climate finance deal.

Enough

To suggest we should yield even a little to Trump’s odious politics is unacceptable. Even if we did, it would never be enough.

Top stories - The New York Times - November 17

Huge COP29 climate deal too little too late, poorer nations say

Richer countries have promised £238bn a year, but campaigners say it is far from enough.

Is the UK spending enough on defence?

And what Trump 2.0 could mean for Ukraine.

Was Stone-Age Scandinavia Struck by Plague?

New research by geneticists hints at the deadly work of Yersinia pestis 5,000 years ago.

Health - The New York Times - October 31

Military briefing: Where Israel struck Iran

First open attack on Tehran breaks ‘psychological barrier’ and could leave it vulnerable to future assaults

Business - Financial Times - October 28

Blues' Holloway struck in neck, taken to hospital

Blues forward Dylan Holloway was hit in the neck area by a puck late in the first period Tuesday night and departed on a stretcher before being taken to a hospital for observation.

Sports - ESPN - November 6

Biden's immigration spouse program struck down

A federal judge ruled President Biden's program to provide unauthorized immigrants married to American citizens legal status and a path to U.S. citizenship is illegal. CBS News chief White House ...

Spirit Airlines and JetBlue planes struck by gunfire in Haiti

Flights into and out of Port-au-Prince, Haiti, were suspended after a Spirit Airlines plane was struck by gunfire while attempting to land there.

Passenger plane struck by bullet at Texas airport

No injuries were reported in the incident, but one bullet hit the cockpit, officials say.

Who was in Trump's huge victory entourage?

A closer look at the dozens of family members, advisers and allies who joined the president-elect on stage.

Montana abortion measure might not be enough to save Tester

A ballot measure to protect abortion rights in Montana stands a good chance of passing, but it may not be enough to push Sen. Jon Tester (D) across the finish line in one of the most watched ...

Politics - The Hill - November 1

Conte: Prayers not enough for Napoli title win

Napoli are the surprise early pacesetters in Serie A this season, but if they are to remain on top then work is required more than prayers, manager Antonio Conte said.

Sports - ESPN - November 2

Politicians not ambitious enough to save nature, say scientists

World - Yahoo News - November 2

Call from Holly Newton's family to review domestic abuse law to be considered

Home Secretary Yvette Cooper tells the BBC it is an "extremely important issue" after 15-year-old Holly Newton's murder by her ex-boyfriend.

Campaign 2024: 100 days is more than enough

The 2024 presidential campaign was a brief and refreshing change from the usual two-year campaigns, with Donald Trump and Kamala Harris only campaigning for 107 days, and proving that shorter ...

Politics - The Hill - November 5

Democrats Got the Recovery They Wanted. It Wasn’t Enough.

America’s economic growth is the envy of its global counterparts. But voters wanted more from the Biden administration — specifically, lower prices.

Business - The New York Times - November 8

Trump talk is enough to fire up a crypto boom

Thin foundations do not really matter to the market frenzy

Business - Financial Times - November 8

PSNI not 'rigorous enough' in investigating Simpson death

For several months, Katie Simpson’s death in 2020 was treated by detectives as a suicide.

Some players 'lucky enough' to face Pumas - Farrell

Andy Farrell welcomes the pressure last week's All Blacks loss has put on Ireland and admits some players are "lucky enough" to be given an immediate shot at redemption against Argentina.

Standing Desks Are Better for Your Health—but Still Not Enough

Two recent studies offer some of the most nuanced evidence yet about the potential benefits and risks of working on your feet.

Tech - Wired - November 15

How Southwest Airlines Lost Its Groove

For decades, the company made money even as other airlines stumbled and went bankrupt. But the carrier has struggled to adapt to changes in air travel.

Business - The New York Times - 14 hours ago

Satellite Images Suggest Israel Struck a Major Iranian Missile Plant

Analysts said the Shahroud Space Center was likely used to produce intermediate-range ballistic missiles that could be used to target Israel.

World - The New York Times - October 30

How U.S. Women’s Soccer Has Struck a Balance Between Celebration and Evaluation

It’s hard to disagree with the approach from Coach Emma Hayes after a successful October window, a columnist for The Athletic writes.

Sports - The New York Times - November 1

Zelensky says Ukraine struck by 900 bombs in the space of one week

World - Yahoo News - November 3

Oregon ambulance struck cyclist, then billed him $1,800 for ride to hospital

William Hoesch, 71, is suing Columbia River fire and rescue department for $1m for injuries and medical expenses. An ambulance struck a cyclist in Oregon , brought him to a hospital for treatment ...

World - The Guardian - November 8

Spirit Airlines flight attendant injured after plane to Haiti struck by gunfire

A Spirit Airlines flight to Haiti was hit by gunfire on Monday, injuring a flight attendant, as the State Department warned of "gang-led efforts" to stop travel to the country.

Spirit Airlines flight attendant hurt after plane struck by gunfire

A Spirit Airlines flight from Ft. Lauderdale, Florida, was hit by gunfire as it was landing in Port-au-Prince, Haiti. One flight attendant was hurt and the flight diverted to the Dominican Republic.

US bans flights to Haiti after three planes struck by gunfire

Violence escalates as new interim prime minister is sworn in

World - Financial Times - November 12

FAA bans flights to Haiti after aircraft struck by bullets

The Federal Aviation Administration issued an order on Tuesday prohibiting US flights below 10,000 feet over Haiti for the next 30 days after several planes were struck by gunfire amid gang ...

Politics - The Hill - November 13

Safety concerns raised after plane struck by bullet in Dallas

Passengers and crew on a Southwest Airlines flight were moments from takeoff when a bullet struck the right side of the jetliner in Dallas, Texas, on Friday night. Jason Allen reports on this and ...

‘I was really not OK’: Bladee on PTSD, Charli xcx and being struck by lightning

The Drain Gang rapper’s party lifestyle almost ended in disaster. Now, alongside a guest spot on Brat, Sweden’s dark icon is back with a furious and euphoric new sound. As one quarter of the ...

World - The Guardian - 6 days ago

Putin Escalates Threats to the West With New Ballistic Missile Launch

The intermediate-range missile did not carry nuclear weapons, but it is part of a strategic arsenal that is capable of delivering them.

Top stories - The New York Times - 3 days ago

Toledo Walleye Forward's Dog Struck By Car, Needs Surgery

A GoFundMe page has been set up for Tyler Spezia's dog, Jersey.

Sports - Yahoo Sports - 4 days ago

The 'huge mistake' 1 in 13 homeowners are making with their money

More and more homeowners are skimping on insurance, despite the financial risks.

Business - CNBC - October 29

Huge Australian 'fiasco' ship to be mothballed in Edinburgh

Newly-built Spirit of Tasmania is too large to fit the port facilities in Tasmania, so will be stored at Port of Leith.

Netanyahu congratulates Trump on his "huge victory"

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu was effusive in his praise for President-elect Donald Trump's election win, calling it "history's greatest comeback." Holly Williams reports from Tel Aviv.

Netanyahu calls Trump's win a "huge victory"

Leaders around the world reacted to former President Donald Trump winning the U.S. presidency again. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu called it a "huge victory" and his office said the two ...

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