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US group sues Apple over Congo conflict minerals

A U.S.-based advocacy group has filed a lawsuit in Washington accusing Apple of using minerals linked to conflict and human rights

US group sues Apple over Congo conflict minerals
Environment|Science

Great Lakes region preparing for bad weather as lake-effect snowfall ingredients begin mixing

Cold air is sweeping across the Great Lakes region, bringing lake-effect snow from Michigan's Upper Peninsula to Western New York

Great Lakes region preparing for bad weather as lake-effect snowfall ingredients begin mixing
Business|Economy|Environment|Finance|Stock Markets|US|World

US drillers cut oil rigs to lowest in four years, Baker Hughes says

U.S. energy firms this week cut the number of oil and natural gas rigs operating for the first time in four weeks, with oil rigs dropping to a four-year low, energy services firm

US drillers cut oil rigs to lowest in four years, Baker Hughes says
Business|Economy|Environment|Science|Technology

Bayer unveils new soy seed for Brazil's farmers

German conglomerate Bayer on Wednesday said it will sell a new soybean product called Intacta 5+ for farmers in Brazil, the world's largest exporter and producer of

Bayer unveils new soy seed for Brazil's farmers
Business|Economy|Environment|Finance

NYC comptroller's push to drop BlackRock creates test for Mamdani

New York City Comptroller Brad Lander is urging city pension fund officials to re-bid $42.3 billion managed by BlackRock, saying the fund manager has deprioritized climate

NYC comptroller's push to drop BlackRock creates test for Mamdani
Education|Environment|Science|Technology|World

Easter Island quarry reveals how Polynesians made enigmatic stone statues

Easter Island quarry reveals how Polynesians made enigmatic stone statues

Easter Island quarry reveals how Polynesians made enigmatic stone statues
Arts|Environment|Science|Technology

Drones, physics and rats: Studies show how the people of Rapa Nui made and moved the giant statues – and what caused the island’s deforestation

The mysteries of Easter Island, subjects of speculation for centuries, yield to scientific inquiry.

Drones, physics and rats: Studies show how the people of Rapa Nui made and moved the giant statues – and what caused the island’s deforestation
Business|Economy|Environment

BP's Whiting refinery returns to normal operations after October fire

BP's 440,000-barrel-per-day oil refinery in Whiting, Indiana, has returned to normal operations following a planned maintenance turnaround in September and a fire in

BP's Whiting refinery returns to normal operations after October fire
Environment|Science|Technology

NASA rover detects electrical discharges - 'mini-lightning' - on Mars

NASA's Perseverance rover has obtained evidence that the atmosphere of Mars is electrically active, detecting electrical discharges - what one scientist called "

NASA rover detects electrical discharges - 'mini-lightning' - on Mars
Education|Environment|Science|Technology

Telescope in Chile captures stunning new picture of a cosmic butterfly

A telescope in Chile has captured a stunning new picture of the Butterfly Nebula, a grand and graceful cosmic wonder

Telescope in Chile captures stunning new picture of a cosmic butterfly
Economy|Environment|Political|Travel|World

National Parks to raise fees for international tourists to popular US parks

The National Park Service says it is going to start charging international tourists an extra $100 to enter some of the most popular U.S. parks

National Parks to raise fees for international tourists to popular US parks
Business|Economy|Environment|Europe

RWE and Apollo Global Management close transaction for German power grid

German power utility RWE and U.S. investor Apollo Global Management said on Wednesday that they successfully closed their partnership transaction for a joint venture to fund power grid

RWE and Apollo Global Management close transaction for German power grid
Business|Economy|Environment|World

Brazil environment minister, climate summit star, faces political struggle at home

Brazilian Environment Minister Marina Silva fought back tears as global diplomats applauded her for several minutes on Saturday in the closing plenary of

Brazil environment minister, climate summit star, faces political struggle at home
Asia|Business|Economy|Environment|World

How sanctions made a showpiece Chinese refinery's Western partners run for the exits

When Shandong Yulong Petrochemical opened its Singapore office a year ago, the company staged a lion dance to herald prosperity for the

How sanctions made a showpiece Chinese refinery's Western partners run for the exits
Business|Economy|Environment|Europe|Technology

European carmakers hope for reprieve on 2035 combustion engine ban

Europe's embattled carmakers are hoping for a reprieve when Brussels unveils an auto sector package next month, which could water down an effective ban on new combustion engines initially

European carmakers hope for reprieve on 2035 combustion engine ban
Business|Economy|Environment|Science|Technology

Tesla flags low maintenance and fuel costs to woo Indian buyers

Tesla's low running costs, including maintenance and fuel, can help Indian buyers to recoup about one-third of the Model Y's $67,000 price tag over four to

Tesla flags low maintenance and fuel costs to woo Indian buyers
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Lebanon, Cyprus sign maritime deal, paving way for possible energy exploration

Lebanon and Cyprus signed a long-awaited maritime demarcation deal on Wednesday, paving the way for potential exploration of offshore gas fields and energy cooperation in the

Lebanon, Cyprus sign maritime deal, paving way for possible energy exploration
Business|Environment

European Parliament supports year-long deforestation law delay

The European Parliament on Wednesday voted in favour of delaying the implementation of the European Union's deforestation law by one year.

European Parliament supports year-long deforestation law delay
Economy|Environment|Europe|Political|World

Czech president voices opposition to cabinet nominee who made Nazi salute

The Czech Republic's populist ANO party on Wednesday proposed appointing to cabinet a right-wing eurosceptic who has been criticised for performing a Nazi salute, complicating

Czech president voices opposition to cabinet nominee who made Nazi salute
Asia|Environment|World

Landslides and flash floods on Indonesia’s Sumatra island leave at least 23 dead and dozens missing

Torrential rains have unleashed flash floods and triggered landslides on Indonesia’s Sumatra island that have killed at least 23 people

Landslides and flash floods on Indonesia’s Sumatra island leave at least 23 dead and dozens missing
Business|Economy|Environment|Technology

Tesla CEO Musk says Austin robotaxi fleet to double next month

Tesla Chief Executive Elon Musk said on Tuesday that the number of robotaxis in Austin, Texas, will double in December, following the rollout of its self-driving service in the city in June

Tesla CEO Musk says Austin robotaxi fleet to double next month
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At The Gentle Barn, turkeys are for snuggling, not stuffing at Thanksgiving

At The Gentle Barn, this flock of turkeys isn't going to end up on your plate, but they might cuddle up in your lap

At The Gentle Barn, turkeys are for snuggling, not stuffing at Thanksgiving
Arts|Asia|Business|Economy|Environment|Lifestyle|World

Pets, anime and toys are part of China's latest effort to boost consumption

China unveiled a plan to boost consumption in the world's second-largest economy, detailing measures that include promoting upgrades of consumer goods in rural areas and sectors

Pets, anime and toys are part of China's latest effort to boost consumption
Environment|Lifestyle|Travel|World

How a picture-perfect Mediterranean village was saved from concrete — by a poet with a plan

How a picture-perfect Mediterranean village was saved from concrete — by a poet with a plan

How a picture-perfect Mediterranean village was saved from concrete — by a poet with a plan
Crime|Education|Environment|Health|Travel

Woman, grandchildren found safe after spending night lost in Caesars Head State Park

Woman, grandchildren found safe after spending night lost in Caesars Head State Park

Woman, grandchildren found safe after spending night lost in Caesars Head State Park
Environment|Health|US

More than 100 homes damaged after tornado touches down in Texas

Severe storms developed in the Houston area Monday, causing several reports of a tornado. No serious injuries or deaths have been reported, according to officials.

More than 100 homes damaged after tornado touches down in Texas
Business|Crime|Environment|Lifestyle|US

Americans eye Thanksgiving travel weather after Texas tornadoes, snow and rain elsewhere

Some suburban Houston residents are dealing with cleanup following at least two tornadoes as heavy rain falls around the South and snow in parts of the Midwest

Americans eye Thanksgiving travel weather after Texas tornadoes, snow and rain elsewhere
Business|Economy|Education|Environment|Health|Lifestyle

Man to spend Thanksgiving night homeless to raise awareness

Man to spend Thanksgiving night homeless to raise awareness

Man to spend Thanksgiving night homeless to raise awareness
Economy|Environment|Health|Opinion

As US hunger rises, Trump administration’s ‘efficiency’ goals cause massive food waste

Despite the administration’s claim of streamlining the government to make its operations more efficient, a range of recent federal policies have, in fact, exacerbated food wastage.

As US hunger rises, Trump administration’s ‘efficiency’ goals cause massive food waste
Environment|Science|Travel

Big temperature drop and snow on the menu this Thanksgiving for millions across the US

Big temperature drop and snow on the menu this Thanksgiving for millions across the US

Big temperature drop and snow on the menu this Thanksgiving for millions across the US
Asia|Business|Crime|Environment|World

Fire rages through bamboo scaffolding at Hong Kong high-rise residential complex, killing 4

A fire has spread across multiple high-rise apartment buildings in a Hong Kong housing complex, killing four people and leaving others trapped

Fire rages through bamboo scaffolding at Hong Kong high-rise residential complex, killing 4
Business|Economy|Environment|Travel|World

National parks announce ‘America-first’ fee surges for international tourists

National parks announce ‘America-first’ fee surges for international tourists

National parks announce ‘America-first’ fee surges for international tourists
Education|Entertainment|Environment|Health|Lifestyle

Some families are 'adopting' turkeys for Thanksgiving instead of eating them

An increasing number of farm animal sanctuaries across the country have started promoting an alternative version of Thanksgiving

Some families are 'adopting' turkeys for Thanksgiving instead of eating them
Arts|Economy|Education|Entertainment|Environment|Food|Health|Lifestyle|Political

SNAP funds reach widow days before Thanksgiving

SNAP funds reach widow days before Thanksgiving

SNAP funds reach widow days before Thanksgiving
Business|Economy|Environment|Science|Technology|World

Global demand for rare earths is wreaking havoc on one of Asia’s mightiest river systems

Global demand for rare earths is wreaking havoc on one of Asia’s mightiest river systems

Global demand for rare earths is wreaking havoc on one of Asia’s mightiest river systems
Crime|Environment|Travel|World

American climber among two dead after fall from New Zealand's highest mountain

The bodies of two climbers, including one from the U.S., have been recovered after the pair fell to their deaths from New Zealand's highest mountain during a summit attempt, police said on

American climber among two dead after fall from New Zealand's highest mountain
Asia|Business|Crime|Economy|Environment|World

Bangladesh slum fire leaves thousands homeless

A massive fire tore through one of Dhaka’s largest slums on Tuesday evening, leaving thousands of people homeless and turning rows of tin-roofed shanties into charred rubble,

Bangladesh slum fire leaves thousands homeless
Business|Environment|Science|Technology

FAA probes Amazon after delivery drone snaps internet cable in Texas

The U.S. Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) said on Tuesday it is probing Amazon after one of its delivery drones downed an internet cable in central Texas last week.

FAA probes Amazon after delivery drone snaps internet cable in Texas
Asia|Environment|Health|World

Thailand to airlift critical patients as southern floods kill 33

Authorities in Thailand plan to send helicopters on Wednesday to evacuate critically-ill patients from a southern hospital marooned

Thailand to airlift critical patients as southern floods kill 33
Crime|Environment|Europe|Political|World

Russian drones injure 19, cause extensive damage in Ukraine's Zaporizhzhia

Russian forces staged a mass drone attack on the southeastern Ukrainian city of Zaporizhzhia late on Tuesday, triggering fires, injuring 19 people and badly damaging buildings and vehicles,

Russian drones injure 19, cause extensive damage in Ukraine's Zaporizhzhia
Environment|Science|Travel|World

Kilauea displays lava fountains for the 37th time since its eruption began last year

The on-and-off volcanic eruption that’s been dazzling residents and visitors on Hawaii’s Big Island for nearly a year is back

Kilauea displays lava fountains for the 37th time since its eruption began last year
Environment|Travel|World

Visiting the Grand Canyon? US park fees to jump for foreign tourists

Foreign visitors to the Grand Canyon, Yellowstone, and other U.S. national parks will pay higher entrance fees than Americans starting in January, President Donald Trump's administration

Visiting the Grand Canyon? US park fees to jump for foreign tourists
Business|Economy|Education|Environment|Science

USDA chief economist Seth Meyer to step down

Seth Meyer, the U.S.

USDA chief economist Seth Meyer to step down
Business|Economy|Environment|Finance|World

Venture Global, Tokyo Gas sign 20-year LNG supply deal

U.S. liquefied natural gas (LNG) exporter Venture Global has signed a 20-year deal to supply Japan's top city gas provider, Tokyo Gas, with 1 million metric tons per annum (mtpa) of the

Venture Global, Tokyo Gas sign 20-year LNG supply deal
Business|Economy|Environment|Technology|World

Bitcoin mining in China rebounds, defying 2021 ban

Bitcoin mining is quietly staging a comeback in China despite being banned four years ago, as individual and corporate miners exploit cheap electricity and a data center boom in some energy

Bitcoin mining in China rebounds, defying 2021 ban
Economy|Environment|Health|World

Thousands of Cubans struggle without power and water nearly a month after Hurricane Melissa

Thousands of Cubans remain without power, water or proper shelter almost a month after Hurricane Melissa pummeled the island’s eastern region as one of the strongest Atlantic storms in history

Thousands of Cubans struggle without power and water nearly a month after Hurricane Melissa
Business|Economy|Environment|Europe|Technology|World

European car industry risks 'irreversible decline', Stellantis chairman warns

Stellantis Chairman John Elkann on Tuesday warned that the European auto industry risks an "irreversible decline".

European car industry risks 'irreversible decline', Stellantis chairman warns
Business|Economy|Environment|Europe

In plea to EU, Stellantis chairman warns European car industry risks 'irreversible decline'

Stellantis Chairman John Elkann on Tuesday warned the European auto industry risks an "irreversible decline" if the European Union does not soften its stance on cuts in carbon

In plea to EU, Stellantis chairman warns European car industry risks 'irreversible decline'
Environment|Health|World

Floods swamp homeless Palestinians' tents in Gaza as winter looms

Heavy rain caused flooding in the Gaza Strip on Tuesday, swamping the tents of thousands of homeless Palestinians facing the prospect of harsh winter storms without sturdy

Floods swamp homeless Palestinians' tents in Gaza as winter looms