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One-Third of World’s Trees Face Extinction Risk, Report at COP16 Says
They play an essential role in supporting life on Earth, but many species are in decline, researchers found.World - The New York Times - October 28 -
Third of world's tree species slide towards extinction, say scientists
Scientists have revealed that more than a third of tree species are facing extinction.Top stories - BBC News - October 28 -
More than a third of all trees species at risk of extinction
The International Union for Conservation of Nature found more than one in three tree species worldwide faces extinction.Top stories - CBS News - October 28 -
Nearly 40 percent of world's trees face extinction, new assessment finds
The International Union for the Conservation of Nature (IUCN) announced at least 40 percent of tree species around the world are at risk of extinction, according to a Thursday release from the ...Politics - The Hill - October 29 -
Giraffes face extinction risks as U.S. proposes new protections
U.S. wildlife officials have proposed federal protections for giraffes under the Endangered Species Act for the first time. According to environmentalists, habitat loss and climate change-driven ...Top stories - CBS News - 4 days ago -
'One Tree Hill' actor Paul Teal died from neuroendocrine pancreatic cancer, agent says
Paul Teal, an actor who appeared in 'One Tree Hill' and 'Descendants: The Rise of Red,' died Friday after a seven-month cancer battle. He was 35.Entertainment - Los Angeles Times - 6 days ago -
Rescuers search for hotel collapse survivors in Argentina
The 10-storey hotel, in Villa Gesell, collapsed early on Tuesday, with one body found in the debris.Top stories - BBC News - October 30 -
World’s conflict zones increased by two-thirds in past three years, report reveals
Wars have spread and intensified, with far-reaching impacts on global economic growth and food security, according to latest Conflict Intensity Index. The proportion of the world engulfed by ...World - The Guardian - 5 days ago -
Russia's embassy in Pakistan says it is verifying reports that one of its citizens was abducted
Russia’s embassy in Pakistan says it is attempting to verify reports that one of its citizens was abducted in the South Asian nation’s troubled northwestWorld - ABC News - October 29 -
Human rights activists face reprisals for opposing extractive industries, says report
Peace Brigades International calling for new act to force companies with links to UK to do due diligence . Human rights defenders have faced brutal reprisals for standing up to extractive ...World - The Guardian - 5 days ago -
Paul Teal, actor on 'One Tree Hill,' dies at 35
Paul Teal, a TV and stage actor who appeared on shows including “One Tree Hill,” died Friday in Raleigh, N.C.Top stories - NBC News - November 19 -
Dollar Tree’s CEO steps down. An analyst says the move comes at a ‘difficult time.’
Dollar Tree Inc. on Monday said that Rick Dreiling has stepped down as chief executive of the discount retailer due to health reasons.Business - MarketWatch - November 5 -
Infant mortality rises for third consecutive year in England
Risk of death for babies born in poorer areas is almost three times higher than in wealthier postcodes, figures show. Infant mortality has risen for the third year in a row in England, with the ...World - The Guardian - November 14 -
MUFG chief says Japanese lender on track to become one of world’s biggest banks
Hironori Kamezawa says Japan’s normalisation of monetary policy expected to benefit lendersWorld - Financial Times - November 14 -
Activists plant trees in Mali but residents strip them for firewood. They say there's no choice
Activists are planting trees in an effort to protect disappearing forests in Mali, but residents are cutting and selling firewood from them to surviveWorld - ABC News - November 14 -
Yankees facing World Series sweep vs. Dodgers: What history says about incredibly slim chances of coming back
The Yankees enter Tuesday's Game 4 in a 3-0 hole against the Dodgers in the Fall ClassicSports - CBS Sports - October 29 -
Nvidia nearly doubles revenue on strong AI demand
Nvidia reported earnings after the bell. Here are the results.Business - CNBC - 6 days ago -
"One Tree Hill" actor Paul Teal dies at 35 after cancer battle
Paul Teal's fiancée and fellow "One Tree Hill" actors shared tribute posts memorializing him.Entertainment - CBS News - November 18 -
By Firing Gallant, Netanyahu Removes One Threat but Risks Another
Yoav Gallant, the departing defense minister, opposed Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on key policies. His dismissal has stirred public discontent.World - The New York Times - November 6 -
Pakistan beat Australia by 8 wickets in third men’s one-day international to win series – as it happened
A resounding victory in Perth sees Pakistan claim first series win in Australia since 2002. Naseem gets the breakthrough as Fraser-McGurk plays too far away from his body and gets a thick edge. ...World - The Guardian - November 10 -
One-third of women across EU have experienced violence, survey finds
Amount of physical attacks, threats or sexual violence described as ‘invisible epidemic’ as reporting remains low. Every third woman across the EU has experienced physical violence, including ...World - The Guardian - Yesterday -
Northern Gaza at imminent risk of famine, WHO says
Northern Gaza is at risk of imminent famine, the World Health Organization said on Saturday, as Israel continues its bombardment across Gaza amid threats by the Biden administration to limit ...Top stories - NBC News - November 9 -
Banks face growing risk as double defaults on commercial loans mount
A bank practice known as ‘extend and pretend’ has delayed a write-off reckoning but may hide a growing systemic riskWorld - Financial Times - November 7 -
Severe drought puts nearly half a million children at risk in Amazon – report
Warming climate has caused rivers used for transport to dry up, leaving children with little food, water or school access, says Unicef. Two years of severe drought in the Amazon rainforest have ...World - The Guardian - November 7 -
Why Ukrainian Andriy Tsaplienko risks his life reporting on war with Russia
Andriy Tsaplienko reported on wars around the world. Then war came to his home country of Ukraine when Russia invaded. He's now committed to documenting what happens there, despite the risks.Top stories - CBS News - November 10 -
Comcast tops earnings estimates as Olympics propel the company
Comcast beat third-quarter earnings estimates as the Summer Olympics in Paris boosted NBCUniversal’s revenue and Peacock’s subscriber count.Business - CNBC - October 31 -
Uber reports third-quarter results that beat Wall Street's revenue expectations
Uber reported third-quarter results Thursday that beat analysts' expectations for revenue.Business - CNBC - October 31 -
Morning Report — Eight days, the choice, one president
In today’s issue: Is it possible for the 2024 presidential election to be tied all the way to the end? In a word, yes, according to polling. And each campaign can read the signs on the ground. ...Politics - The Hill - October 28 -
In Finland, Building One of the World’s Largest Cruise Ships
In a Finnish shipyard, the 250,800-ton sister of Icon of the Seas, the world’s largest cruise ship, is in the final stages of construction. We got an inside look.Business - The New York Times - November 8 -
Democrats braced for jobs report blow ahead of election
Lacklustre data could obscure an ‘incredibly healthy’ employment market and weigh on Kamala Harris’s prospectsBusiness - Financial Times - October 31 -
Reeves’ Budget measures risk hitting ‘working people’, analysts say
Some businesses will struggle with tax rises alongside a higher minimum wage and new labour lawsWorld - Financial Times - October 29 -
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Cost of Mpox Shot Deters Americans at Risk, Critics Say
The epidemic in Africa continues to grow, prompting fears of another outbreak in the U.S. But the vaccine is no longer free, and vulnerable people are going without.Health - The New York Times - November 4 -
Presidential election offers opportunities — and risks — for ETF investors, experts say
In the months ahead, some ETFs or funds could outperform depending on who becomes president, but experts caution against making any hasty moves.Business - CNBC - November 4 -
Trump victory raises risk of investing in offshore wind projects, says RWE
German energy firm shaves €3bn from spending plans for next financial year to €7bn. A German energy firm has said that Donald Trump’s election victory has increased the risks of investing in ...World - The Guardian - November 13 -
Welfare state at risk unless Europe halts decline in growth, says Lagarde
ECB president also warns of heightened global trade tensions as ‘rival blocs’ formBusiness - Financial Times - November 18 -
Warren says Trump’s ‘unprecedented’ actions during transition risk security
US senator Elizabeth Warren sounds alarm over president-elect’s refusal to sign MOU and failure to release ethics plan. Donald Trump’s refusal to cooperate with the outgoing Biden administration is ...World - The Guardian - 4 days ago
