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UK lab promises air-con revolution without polluting gasesCambridge, United Kingdom (AFP) July 1, 2025 The soft, waxy "solid refrigerant" being investigated in a UK laboratory may not look very exciting, but its unusual properties promise an air-conditioning revolution that could eliminate the need for greenhouse gases. ... more  
Bezos-backed methane-tracking satellite lost in spaceWellington (AFP) July 2, 2025 A satellite backed by billionaire Amazon founder Jeff Bezos has been lost in space while carrying out an important climate change mission, New Zealand officials said Wednesday. ... more  
'Significant declines' in some species after deep-sea mining: researchSydney (AFP) July 3, 2025 Deep-sea mining could impact marine life stretching from the tiniest bottom dwellers to apex predators like swordfish and sharks, a major piece of industry-funded research found Thursday. ... more  
EU unveils long-delayed 2040 climate target -- with wiggle roomBrussels, Belgium (AFP) July 2, 2025 The EU on Wednesday unveiled its long-delayed target for cutting greenhouse gas emissions by 2040, but with contested new flexibilities built in to win over the most sceptical member states. ... more |
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Eight-country coalition aims to tax luxury air travelSeville, Spain (AFP) June 30, 2025 Countries including France, Kenya, Barbados and Spain on Monday launched a coalition to push for taxes on wealthy air passengers to help poorer nations respond to climate change, the French presidency said. ... more  
OPEC+ to boost crude oil production in AugustWashington DC (UPI) Jul 5, 2025 Eight OPEC+ nations on Saturday agreed to increase their crude oil production by 548,000 barrels per day starting in August. ... more  
Meta's AI talent war raises questions about strategyNew York (AFP) June 30, 2025 Mark Zuckerberg and Meta are spending billions to recruit top artificial intelligence talent, triggering debates about whether the aggressive hiring spree will pay off in the competitive generative AI race. ... more  
NGOs laud tougher Malaysia plastic trash import lawsKuala Lumpur (AFP) July 7, 2025 Environmental groups welcomed on Monday Malaysia's decision to tighten regulations on plastic waste imports, but urged stricter enforcement of the laws in a country that recycles tonnes of trash from the United States, Europe, and elsewhere each year. ... more |
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Apple appeals 500-mn-euro EU fineBrussels, Belgium (AFP) July 7, 2025 Apple filed an appeal on Monday against 500-million-euro fine imposed by the EU and accused Brussels of forcing the US tech giant to make changes that are "bad" for users. ... more |
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Bali flights nixed after huge Indonesia volcano eruptionJakarta (AFP) July 7, 2025 Dozens of flights to and from Indonesia's Bali island were cancelled Monday after a volcano belched a colossal ash tower 18 kilometres (11 miles) into the sky, authorities said. ... more  
Stock markets struggle as Trump's tariff deadline loomsHong Kong (AFP) July 7, 2025 Equities struggled Monday as countries fought to hammer out trade deals days before Donald Trump's tariff deadline, with the US president saying he would begin sending letters to some capitals outlining the rates he had decided upon. ... more 
China says BRICS not seeking 'confrontation' after Trump tariff threatBeijing (AFP) July 7, 2025 China said on Monday that BRICS, the grouping that also includes Brazil, Russia and India, was not seeking "confrontation" after US President Donald Trump vowed to impose an extra 10 percent tariff on countries aligning with the bloc. ... more  
Visa's 24/7 war room takes on global cybercriminalsAshburn, United States (AFP) July 7, 2025 In the heart of Data Center Alley - a patch of suburban Washington where much of the world's internet traffic flows - Visa operates its global fraud command center. ... more |
Ecuador suspends oil exports after pipeline shutdownQuito (AFP) July 4, 2025 Ecuador has suspended its oil exports after shutting down its two main pipelines due to damage from torrential rains in the Amazon region, the chief of state oil company Petroecuador said Thursday. ... more  Available on Amazon Books |
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Electrolyzer experiment from SwRI and UTSA to fly in low gravity test missionLos Angeles CA (SPX) Jul 02, 2025 Southwest Research Institute (SwRI) and The University of Texas at San Antonio (UTSA) have secured $500,000 in funding from NASA's TechLeap Prize initiative to conduct a parabolic flight test of a n ... more 
China says US lifted some export curbs, warns against 'blackmail'Beijing (AFP) July 4, 2025 China said Friday that the United States has eased certain export restrictions in line with a "hard-won" framework reached at talks last month, warning against "blackmail and coercion" as the countries attempt to de-escalate a ruinous trade war. ... more 
How will Trump's 'Big Beautiful Bill' impact US climate policy?Washington (AFP) July 3, 2025 With the passage of his party's "One Big Beautiful Bill," Republican President Donald Trump has largely delivered on his promise of curtailing Joe Biden's landmark climate law. ... more
US-Vietnam trade deal sows new China standoffHanoi (AFP) July 3, 2025 Vietnam's trade deal with the United States averts the most punishing of Donald Trump's "reciprocal" levies but has provoked new friction between Washington and Beijing. ... more |
 
Indian capital bans fuel for old cars in anti-pollution bidNew Delhi (AFP) July 1, 2025 India's capital banned fuel sales to ageing vehicles on Tuesday as authorities try to tackle the sprawling megacity's hazardous air pollution. ... more 
Gendarmes, activists clash in French motorway protestMaurens-Scopont, France (AFP) July 5, 2025 Protesters clashed with law enforcement during a protest against a planned motorway in southwest France Saturday, which critics object to on environmental grounds. ... more 
Philippines biodiversity hotspot pushes back on miningBrookes Point, Philippines (AFP) July 2, 2025 A nickel stockpile towers over farmer Moharen Tambiling's rice paddy in the Philippines' Palawan, evidence of a mining boom that locals hope a new moratorium will tame. ... more  
UN aid meeting seeks end to Global South debt crisisSeville, Spain (AFP) July 1, 2025 More than 100 nations attending a UN aid conference pledged this week to help defuse the ticking time bomb of developing countries' ballooning debt, but deciding how is proving more divisive. ... more |
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China's Alibaba launches e-commerce subsidies of $7 bn in consumption boostBeijing (AFP) July 2, 2025 The online retail platform of Chinese tech giant Alibaba announced Wednesday that it will issue $7 billion in subsidies for certain purchases, providing a much-needed boost for a country struggling with sluggish spending. ... more 
BRICS nations to denounce Trump tariffsRio De Janeiro, Brazil (AFP) July 5, 2025 BRICS leaders meeting in Rio de Janeiro from Sunday are expected to decry Donald Trump's hardline trade policies, but are struggling to bridge divides over crises roiling the Middle East. ... more 
Stellantis warns of plant closures as e-van sales stallHordain, France (AFP) July 2, 2025 US-European automaker Stellantis may close factories in the coming months because sales of electric light commercial vehicles are not finding enough clients, its European chief warned Wednesday. ... more 
Trump says 'very wealthy' group to buy TikTokWashington (AFP) June 29, 2025 President Donald Trump said Sunday a group of buyers had been found for TikTok, which faces a looming ban in the United States due to its China ties, adding he could name the purchasers in two weeks. ... more |
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Blackout at refinery highlights Venezuela's oil industry crisisWashington DC (UPI) Jun 25, 2025 The Cardon refinery, Venezuela's second-largest with a capacity of 310,000 barrels per day, shut down after a power outage halted all operations. State oil company PDVSA tried to resolve the issue by transferring equipment from the nearby Amuay refinery. ... more |
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Meta spending big on AI talent but will it pay off?New York (AFP) June 30, 2025 Mark Zuckerberg and Meta are spending billions of dollars for top talent to make up ground in the generative artificial intelligence race, sparking doubt about the wisdom of the spree. ... more 
World Bank and IMF climate snub 'worrying', says COP29 presidencyBonn (AFP) June 20, 2025 The hosts of the most recent UN climate talks are worried international lenders are retreating from their commitments to help boost funding for developing countries' response to global warming. ... more 
Stocks mixed with eyes on Mideast, dollar hit by Trump Fed commentHong Kong (AFP) June 26, 2025 Stocks were mixed Thursday and oil rose as traders kept a nervous eye on the Iran-Israel ceasefire, while the dollar dropped after Donald Trump said he had a handful of candidates to succeed Federal Reserve boss Jerome Powell, fuelling rate cut bets. ... more 
Trump ends trade talks with Canada over tax on US tech firmsWashington (AFP) June 27, 2025 President Donald Trump said Friday he is calling off trade negotiations with Canada in retaliation for taxes impacting US tech firms, adding that Ottawa will learn of their new tariff rate within a week. ... more |
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