Climate Time Bomb Is Ticking Un Report Warns World Running Out of Time to Reverse Effects of Climate Change
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Banks pay savers more as ‘higher-for-longer’ rates hit interest income
US lenders are having to fight to keep depositors from leaving with no Fed rate cuts in sightFinancial Times - World -
Volleyball at the Eiffel Tower: Paris begins Olympic makeover
Preparations have begun to allow breakdancers at the Place de la Concorde and archers at Les InvalidesFinancial Times - World -
Tesla chief Musk meets China’s premier in Beijing
Billionaire arrives in world’s largest car market as he makes push on ‘robotaxis’ in bid to revive fortunesFinancial Times - World -
The pitfalls of a bullish dollar
Stronger US currency has risks for the global economy and could hamper disinflationFinancial Times - World -
Mexico's presidential candidates discuss social spending, climate change in 2nd debate
Mexico’s leading presidential candidate repeatedly touted the social programs of outgoing President Andrés Manuel López Obrador and walked a fine line between supporting the national oil company and promising a clean energy transition in the ...ABC News - World - Climate -
Scotland Made Big Climate Pledges. Now They’re ‘Out of Reach.’
Despite significant progress, Scotland was falling short on cutting vehicle emissions, switching to heat pumps and even restoring peatland, the government said.The New York Times - Science - Climate -
Scotland ditches 2030 climate target as being ‘out of reach’
Decision to drop pledge to cut emissions by 75% by end of the decade labelled an ‘abject humiliation’ for SNP-Green coalitionFinancial Times - Business - Climate -
MP hits out at 'spoilt middle-class climate clowns'
A Cumbrian MP's office is plastered in posters by Just Stop Oil protesters, leading to arrests.BBC News - Top stories - Climate -
Manor Lords Out Now With Limited-Time Discount
Manor Lords, the medieval strategy game, is out now in Early Access/Game Preview, and publisher Hooded Horse is offering a nice discount at launch. The game is priced at $40 USD but Hooded Horse is offering a 25% discount on the full game for the ...GameSpot - Tech -
Concern Over Visa Wait Times for Fans of the 2026 World Cup
The U.S. Department of State encouraged supporters in affected countries to start applying for visas now, over two years out from the tournament.The New York Times - Sports - World Cup -
The costs of buying a home has hit an all-time high: report
It is more expensive than ever to buy a home in the U.S., according to a new report from the real estate company Redfin. The median home price hit a record $383,725 during the four week period ending April 21. That’s up 5.2 percent from a year ...The Hill - Politics -
Earth Day 2024: A Look at 3 Places Adapting Quickly to Fight Climate Change
Paris is becoming a city of bikes. Across China, people are snapping up $5,000 electric cars. On Earth Day, a look at a few bright spots for emission reductions.The New York Times - Science - Climate -
Scottish leader faces battle for survival after ending power-sharing deal over climate change clash
Scotland’s leader is facing a potential battle for survival after ending a three-year power-sharing agreement with the Scottish Green Party following a clash over climate change policiesABC News - World - Climate -
Earth Day 2024: A Look at 3 Places Adapting Quickly to Fight Climate Change
Paris is becoming a city of bikes. Across China, people are snapping up $5,000 electric cars. On Earth Day, a look at a few bright spots for emission reductions.The New York Times - Science - Climate -
I’m a Young Conservative, and I Want My Party to Lead the Fight Against Climate Change
Instead of continuing the environmental legacy they were once known for, Republicans have ceded the fight against climate change to Democrats.The New York Times - Top stories - Climate -
Europe’s Climate Leaders
This annual FT-Statista survey lists the companies that have made the most progress in cutting their carbon emissions intensity. A full report, comprising articles discussing the issues that this research raises, will follow on May 16Financial Times - World - Climate -
A coal billionaire is building the world’s biggest clean energy plant and it’s five times the size of Paris
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Saving Time
The advice to live each day to its fullest can seem like a cliché, but figuring out how to actually do that can be pretty challenging.The New York Times - World -
Saving Time
The advice to live each day to its fullest can seem like a cliché, but figuring out how to actually do that can be pretty challenging.The New York Times - Top stories -
Fantasy Baseball Prospects Report: Kyle Manzardo represents upgrade for Guardians; James Wood biding his time
Meanwhile, Paul Skenes gets stretched out a little moreCBS Sports - Sports -
Superintendent speaks out after time capsule from 1920 found in old high school
The capsule contained documents of the community from 1920.ABC News - Top stories -
Europe’s Climate Leaders 2024: interactive listing
Despite chafing at green regulations, companies are making headway on cutting carbon emissionsFinancial Times - World - Climate -
Active World War II bomb found near Mainz's stadium in Germany, area to be cleared ahead of attempt to defuse
Around 3,500 people are to be evacuated before the bomb is defused on FridayCBS Sports - Sports -
Slowing Down for Poetry and Time
A London exhibition by Van Cleef & Arpels will showcase heritage pieces alongside novelties introduced at the Watches and Wonders fair.The New York Times - Lifestyle -
Southwest cuts growth plans, warning effect of Boeing airplane delays will last into 2025
Southwest Airlines is one of Boeing's biggest customers and flies only 737s.CNBC - Business -
Southwest cuts growth plans, warning effect of Boeing airplane delays will last into 2025
Southwest Airlines on Thursday posted a wider loss for the first quarter than the same period last year and warned that Boeing’s airplane delays will hamper its growth into 2025.NBC News - Top stories -
Scotland worst in world for boys smoking cannabis - report
Nearly a quarter of boys aged 15 in Scotland said they had tried the Class B drug at some point.BBC News - Top stories -
UN warns Sudan paramilitary forces are encircling a capital in western Darfur, urges against attack
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Commodity prices could keep inflation high, warns World Bank
Sharp falls in commodities are unlikely to continue, says lender, making it harder for central banks to cut interest ratesFinancial Times - Business -
Commodity prices could keep inflation high, warns World Bank
Sharp falls in commodities are unlikely to continue, says lender, making it harder for central banks to cut interest ratesFinancial Times - World -
Calendar ‘getting to tipping point’ with bigger Club World Cup, Masters warns
Premier League CEO unhappy with lack of Fifa consultationManchester City’s 115 charges to be resolved ‘in near future’Richard Masters has criticised Fifa for failing to consult domestic leagues over its plans for an expanded Club World Cup, whose ...The Guardian - World -
UN report says 282M people faced acute hunger in 2023, with worst famine in Gaza
A new report says nearly 282 million people in 59 countries suffered from acute hunger in 2023, with war-torn Gaza hosting the largest number of people facing famineABC News - Health - United Nations -
UN report says 282M people faced acute hunger in 2023, with worst famine in Gaza
A new report says nearly 282 million people in 59 countries suffered from acute hunger in 2023, with war-torn Gaza hosting the largest number of people facing famineABC News - Health - United Nations -
Sean Dyche defends his Everton tactics: ‘Not a time for style, a time to win’
Manager says his club want to play ‘winning football first’Beating Brentford could secure Premier League survivalSean Dyche has insisted he will not be judged on playing style at Everton but by winning as he strives to secure the Premier League ...The Guardian - World -
‘It’s time’: Candace Parker, two-time WNBA MVP, announces retirement
Two-time Olympic gold medalist retires from basketballParker, 38, won WNBA titles with LA, Chicago and VegasThree-time WNBA champion and two-time Olympic gold medalist Candace Parker announced Sunday she’s retiring after 16 seasons.. “The ...The Guardian - World - WNBA -
It’s time for Europe to ground Iran Air
Curiously, just days after France and the U.K. helped down airborne Iranian missiles and munitions, Iran Air flights were soaring through the sky as usual, bound for Paris and London.The Hill - Politics - Iran -
This Japanese Museum Actually Keeps Time
The Timepiece Museum has about 120 clocks of all shapes and sizes on display, out of a total of about 800, with the oldest dating from the 1400s.The New York Times - Lifestyle -
Mosquito-borne diseases spreading in Europe due to climate crisis, says expert
Illnesses such as dengue and malaria to reach unaffected parts of northern Europe, America, Asia and Australia, conference to hear. Mosquito-borne diseases are spreading across the globe, and particularly in Europe, due to climate breakdown, an ...The Guardian - World - Climate -
Micron secures $13bn in US support to expand chipmaking capacity
Idaho-based memory chipmaker is latest beneficiary of funding from 2022 Chips ActFinancial Times - Business -
Biden cracks down on power plants’ climate emissions, pollution
The Biden administration on Thursday cracked down on planet-warming emissions and other pollution from power plants, aiming to make these power sources more environmentally friendly. The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced on Thursday ...The Hill - Politics - Joe Biden