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About 80% of countries fail to submit plans to preserve nature ahead of global summit
Countries promised to save 30% of land and sea for nature - but as their deadline approaches, only 24 have followed through with a plan. More than 80% of countries have failed to submit plans to ...World - The Guardian - October 15 -
UN asks Asia-Pacific countries to invest more in preventing damage from disasters
A U.N. official says disasters, including those wrought by fiercer storms, are threatening more people and could derail economic progress in the Asia Pacific region if governments would not invest ...World - ABC News - October 15 -
This Latina Founder Raised $35 Million to Reach Hispanic Audiences. Today, Her Company Is Among the Fastest-Growing in the Country
Canela Media landed on the Inc. 5000 list earlier this year thanks to the grit and vision of CEO Isabel Rafferty Zavala.Business - Inc. - October 15 -
Harris calls on Republican voters to put 'country first' as Trump woos Latino voters
WASHINGTON CROSSING, Pa. (AP) — Surrounded by more than 100 former Republican officeholders and officials, Democrat Kamala Harris urged GOP voters on Wednesday to put “country first” and abandon ...Sports - Yahoo Sports - October 16 -
A tough new EU cyber law is off to a messy start, with many countries failing to adopt the rules
New European Union rules requiring businesses to bolster their cyber defenses are already off to a messy start.Business - CNBC - October 17 -
North Korea’s Kim Jong Un calls South Korea a foreign, hostile country
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un said South Korea is a foreign and hostile nation, state media reported Friday.Top stories - NBC News - October 18 -
Indonesia ex-defense minister Prabowo Subianto takes his oath of office as the country's eighth president
Indonesia ex-defense minister Prabowo Subianto takes his oath of office as the country's eighth presidentWorld - ABC News - October 20 -
Moldovans narrowly chose 'yes' in a referendum to secure the country’s EU path, electoral authorities say
Moldovans narrowly chose 'yes' in a referendum to secure the country’s EU path, electoral authorities sayWorld - ABC News - October 21 -
Hyundai Motor India's shares drop 7% on trading debut after record IPO
Hyundai Motor India shares fell 7% on their trading debut Tuesday after a record $3.3 billion initial public offering.Business - CNBC - October 22 -
Sarah Beeny’s country house wowed me – but not as much as her sheer chutzpah | Zoe Williams
The Channel 4 presenter is in hot water with planners for building without permission – and she did it all under the eyes of prime-time viewers. Locals call Sarah Beeny’s house in Somerset “ ...World - The Guardian - October 22 -
Sung Kang needed a place to play golf and found opportunity on 3 tours in 18 countries: Analysis
Sung Kang needed a place to play golf this yearSports - ABC News - October 22 -
Americans significantly stressed about country's future as Election Day nears, survey finds
With Election Day less than two weeks away, a new survey shows Americans are stressed about the future of the nation, the economy and the presidential election. Dina Demetrius reports on how to cope.Top stories - CBS News - October 23 -
India's Modi and Chinese President Xi meet days after a border accord between the countries
India’s Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Chinese President Xi Jinping have met on the sidelines of the BRICS summit in Russia, in their first bilateral meeting in five yearsWorld - ABC News - October 23 -
Nvidia doubles down on India with Hindi language model and major partnerships
Nvidia on Thursday announced a slew of partnerships with major Indian firms and launched a Hindi language model.Business - CNBC - October 24 -
‘Who am I voting for? America!’ Chris Stapleton on patriotism, politics and being country’s great crossover star
With southern-gothic storytelling and a soulfully diverse sound, the Kentucky singer revolutionised the double-denim country scene. But as the US election hots up, he’s staying out of the culture ...World - The Guardian - October 25 -
Australia's leader rejects Beijing's claims that his country is rife with 'racism and hate crimes'
Australia’s Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has rejected accusations from Beijing that his country is “plagued by systemic racism and hate crimes” after an Australian diplomat led a group of ...World - ABC News - October 24 -
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Iran raises the death toll from the Israeli attack to 4 killed, all from country's military air defense
Iran raises the death toll from the Israeli attack to 4 killed, all from country's military air defenseWorld - ABC News - October 26 -
Polls close in Georgia’s election which will determine if the country embraces Europe or falls into Russia’s orbit
Polls close in Georgia’s election which will determine if the country embraces Europe or falls into Russia’s orbitWorld - ABC News - October 26 -
An attack in Iran's restive southeast kills 10 members of the country's national police force, 2 news agencies report
An attack in Iran's restive southeast kills 10 members of the country's national police force, 2 news agencies reportWorld - ABC News - October 26 -
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 ...Top stories - NBC News - October 27 -
Middle East crisis live: world leaders express ‘grave concern’ at Israeli vote to ban Unrwa; deadly airstrikes reported in Lebanon
Israel passes bill dealing huge blow to humanitarian efforts in Gaza and the West Bank; at least 60 people killed in latest reported strikes . . The Israeli army told residents in parts of ...World - The Guardian - October 29 -
Pato O'Ward takes Mexico City by storm, proving the IndyCar driver can carry series in home country
IndyCar driver Pato O'Ward dazzled in Mexico City during the Formula 1 weekend and proved he's a big enough star to carry IndyCar into his native country for its own raceSports - ABC News - October 28 -
‘We built Brazil’: how descendants of enslaved Africans have helped shape the country
A new book explores the way Black people are playing a transformative role in the fight for equality despite centuries of enslavement and continued neglect. “A cook for a small family is needed. ...World - The Guardian - 6 days ago -
Beyoncé, Shaboozey, Post Malone topped country in 2024. How will Grammy voters react?
Country music has become a dominant force, bleeding into pop music’s mainstreamEntertainment - ABC News - 6 days ago -
Almost two dozen countries at high risk of acute hunger, UN report reveals
Sudan, South Sudan, Mali, Palestine and Haiti rated at level of highest concern in latest six-monthly analysis. Acute food insecurity is expected to worsen in war-stricken Sudan and nearly two ...World - The Guardian - 6 days ago -
Spain floods death toll passes 150 as country begins three days of mourning
People urged to stay at home as more bad weather forecast, with number of dead expected to rise further. . The death toll from devastating floods in eastern Spain has risen to 158, regional ...World - The Guardian - 6 days ago -
Miami native 'Cuban Cowboy' Orlando Mendez returns home for Country Bay Musical Festival
Country Bay Music Festival is returning to Miami for its second year, with organizers hoping the event can earn a permanent spot in the city's music scene alongside events like Ultra and Rolling LoudEntertainment - ABC News - 5 days ago -
