Global Coal Consumption Hit Record High In 2024
Despite warnings about rising greenhouse gas emissions, that saw 2024 the hottest year on record, consumption of coal has continued to increase since the turn of the century.
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Alleged Chinese Spy Banned
Beijing told London to “stop creating trouble” after Britain’s Home Office banned Chinese businessman Yang Tengbo -- who has links to Prince Andrew -- after accusing him of spying.
Bomb Explosion Kills Russian General In Moscow
An explosive device planted near an apartment building in Moscow has killed Igor Kirillov, the head of Russia’s nuclear and chemical forces, officials said.
Two Russian Oil Tankers Wrecked In Black Sea
Russian authorities say that two of their oil tankers have sustained heavy damage in the Black Sea during stormy weather, causing an oil spill.
Several Hundreds Dead In Mayotte Cyclone
Rescue services search for survivors after the most powerful cyclone in nearly a century devastated the French Indian Ocean archipelago of Mayotte.
End Of Assad Rule Reshapes Region’s Balance Of Power
The rapid fall of Syrian President Bashar al-Assad has blindsided just about every foreign power, leaving them wary about what comes next
Israel Strikes And advances Into Syria After Assad’s Fall
Israel capitalised on the power vacuum in Syria to launch strikes against military targets across the country, saying it aims to keep weapons away from extremists.
Two Russian Oil Tankers Wrecked In Black Sea
Russian authorities say that two of their oil tankers have sustained heavy damage in the Black Sea during stormy weather, causing an oil spill.
German Confidence Vote Triggers Snap Election
Following the collapse of his “traffic light” coalition government, Chancellor Olaf Scholz has requested a Dec 16 confidence vote that will trigger a snap federal election on February 23.
Russia To Use Hypersonic Missile In Ukraine
Russia appears set to use its hypersonic “Oreshnik” IRBM again in the coming days, in what President Putin described as a response to Ukraine’s use of U.S. ATACMS and British Storm Shadow missiles on its territory.
Parthenon Sculptures Deal “Close”, Ex-Greek Official Says
A former adviser to the Greek government has told the BBC that a deal that could see the Parthenon Sculptures return to Athens from London is “close”.
Syrian Military And Rebels Battle North Of Hama
The Syrian army is locked in fierce fighting with Islamist-led insurgents as President Bashar al-Assad’s embattled regime scrambles to halt an opposition advance on Hama
Problematic Sick Leave On The Rise Across Europe
The amount of sick days being taken every year in Europe is on the rise, impacting economies and governments often grappling with poor growth and weighty debts.
French Government Faces No-Confidence Vote Over Budget Bill
France’s minority government is on the brink of collapse after Prime Minister Michel Barnier used special powers to force through his budget without a vote in parliament.
Russia Is Manufacturing Mobile Nuclear Bomb Shelters - Infographics
Russia is mass-producing mobile bomb shelters that can be delivered anywhere by truck, designed to protect people against the effects of nuclear explosions – radiation, shrapnel, debris, chemicals and fire.
Russian Offensive In Ukraine’s Donetsk Region Gains Momentum - Infographics
Russian forces are advancing in Ukraine at their fastest rate since the early days of the 2022 invasion, capturing an area half the size of London in one month.