‘Very, very slow’: plastic treaty talks grind forward
Negotiations on a first global treaty to curb plastic pollution are moving “very, very slowly”,…
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Australian cop guilty of manslaughter after tasering 95-year-old
An Australian police officer was found guilty Wednesday of the manslaughter of a 95-year-old woman,…
Trump names trade envoy, top economic advisor to fill policy team
Donald Trump on Tuesday named Jamieson Greer his trade representative, a key figure in implementing…
China expected to hit peak coal consumption in 2025: report
China’s coal consumption could peak by 2025 as the world’s top consumer of the fossil…
China investigates defence minister for corruption: report
Chinese Defence Minister Dong Jun has been placed under investigation for corruption, a report said…
To tackle plastic scourge, Philippines makes companies pay
Long one of the world’s top sources of ocean plastic, the Philippines is hoping new…
What to expect from the new EU top team’s first 100 days
Ursula von der Leyen’s new European Commission is expected to officially start its work next…
New EU commission to get all clear as daunting task awaits
The European Parliament is set Wednesday to give the final greenlight for EU chief Ursula…
German family winery taps into zero-alcohol trend
Alcohol-free drinks are becoming ever more popular, especially with health-conscious younger people — a trend…
World leaders react to Lebanon war ceasefire
World leaders have welcomed a ceasefire deal between Israel and Lebanese militant group Hezbollah, which…