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The UN climate summit failed to agree on a fossil-fuel phase-out plan, leaving the European Union increasingly isolated as global ambition declines.Delegates at COP30 in Belém approved a final text without any fossil-fuel exit path, provoking critics who labelled the outcome a moral failure and an empty deal.The United States withdrew from climate negotiations and created a political and financial void, while President Donald Trump dismissed climate change as a con job.Countries dependent on fossil-fuel revenue, including Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates, rejected every proposal that targeted a clear fossil-fuel phase-out.EU leaders threatened to reject the final text…
Virgil van Dijk has criticised Liverpool’s disastrous title defence, admitting the team is “in a mess” and questioning whether his teammates are taking enough responsibility after a 3-0 home defeat by Nottingham Forest. The loss left Liverpool in the bottom half of the Premier League with a negative goal difference. Van Dijk said Liverpool’s performance, particularly at the start of the second half, was “unacceptable” and claimed “panic kicked in” after Forest took the lead from a set piece — the ninth such goal Liverpool have conceded this season. The captain said the team are letting down manager Arne Slot…
Moon’s precursor planet Theia vanished billions of years ago, leaving researchers without direct chemical clues.Astronomers in France, Germany and the United States analysed ancient lunar and terrestrial rocks to track Theia’s birthplace.New findings suggest the long-lost planet formed much nearer to the Sun than many earlier theories proposed.Researchers now believe Theia emerged from the inner Solar System rather than a distant region.Scientists have long argued that Theia collided with early Earth about 4.5 billion years ago.Debris from that massive impact created the Moon and scattered Theia’s material across both worlds.Experts first explored this impact theory over 50 years ago using…
A growing number of people are stepping in to support national park workers this holiday season. Many rangers remain without regular work, and the Adopt-A-Ranger program is helping fill the gap through direct community giving. The program allows individuals to donate funds that go straight to park rangers in need. These donations help workers cover daily living costs while they wait for job stability to return. Organizers say the support is vital because many rangers still face reduced hours and long periods without paid assignments. The program has gained attention across the country. People who care about public lands want…
Health officials in Washington state have reported what is believed to be the first human death caused by the rare H5N5 strain of bird flu. Authorities emphasized that the overall risk to the public remains low. The victim, an older adult with underlying health conditions, had been hospitalized since early November after developing a high fever, respiratory problems and confusion. According to the Washington State Department of Health, the person lived in Grays Harbor County and kept a backyard flock of poultry that had been exposed to wild birds. Officials said no other individuals who were involved in caring for…
President Donald Trump met Zohran Mamdani on Friday and showed clear admiration for him.Mamdani had earlier called Trump’s administration authoritarian, yet he greeted the president warmly.Both men repeatedly stressed their shared mission to support New York rather than dwell on past disputes.Trump had previously branded Mamdani a “100% Communist Lunatic” and a “total nut job,” but he reversed course.He said he believed the democratic socialist would surprise conservative audiences.Mamdani stood beside him in the Oval Office during the comments.The encounter created strategic openings for both political figures.Mamdani gained the chance to speak directly with the president.Trump gained a platform to…
Tottenham head coach Thomas Frank has said the club is not close to spending £100m on a single player, unlike rivals Arsenal. Spurs are undergoing major changes following Daniel Levy’s removal as chair and the introduction of a new leadership team. While the club plans to grow and aim for greater success, Frank admitted matching Arsenal’s big-money approach is not imminent. Arsenal’s £105m signing of Declan Rice in 2023 marked their intent, while Spurs’ record purchase remains Richarlison for £60m in 2022. Frank said long-term success depends on time, strong processes, and smart investment rather than simply spending huge sums.…
The European Commission launches infringement proceedings against Italy for using the golden power rule to block UniCredit’s attempted takeover of Banco BPM.Officials voice concern that the rule grants the government broad authority to review, halt, or condition transactions involving banks.They argue that the rule, though designed to protect national security, enables unjustified actions that restrict free establishment and capital movement in the single market.They also state that the measure interferes with the European Central Bank’s exclusive supervisory powers.Italy now faces a two-month deadline to address the issues raised by the Commission. Government Responds to Regulatory Concerns Italy’s economy minister Giancarlo…
Ian Wright has come to Jude Bellingham’s defence, claiming some of the criticism directed at the England midfielder stems from discomfort with seeing a “black superstar” succeed at the highest level. Bellingham faced scrutiny following his reaction to being substituted in England’s World Cup qualifying win over Albania, with suggestions in some quarters that he could be a disruptive influence. Wright rejected that view, arguing that detractors are uneasy about Bellingham’s confidence, talent and influence rather than any genuine issues. Speaking on the Stick to Football podcast, Wright said Bellingham’s success and personality make certain people uncomfortable. He contrasted the…
A widespread power cut struck parts of Paris and Hauts-de-Seine on Thursday morning, affecting 55,000 homes.The outage shut down traffic lights and streetlights across several neighbourhoods.It also halted sections of the metro system and disrupted some suburban train lines.Enedis said the blackout lasted about five minutes before most areas regained electricity.A few thousand homes still face power issues as crews continue repairs. Cause Identified by Grid Operators Enedis reported that a technical incident at the RTE substation in Issy-les-Moulineaux triggered the outage.RTE oversees France’s high-voltage power transmission network and responded immediately to the failure.Technicians worked to stabilize the system and…
