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Fewer EVs need fewer batteries: Ford and SK On end their joint venture
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8 reasons the government should not introduce oral nicotine pouches to NZ
A recent systematic review aligned with this conclusion, noting there is no evidence oral nicotine pouches…
Can Southeast Asia cope with record-breaking storms? | Inside Story
Southeast Asia is facing one of its worst storm seasons on record.Thousands of people have died…
A massive, Chinese-backed port could push the Amazon Rainforest over the edge
One study, from the Environmental Investigation Agency in 2018, found that only one-third of tropical timber…
Storms in the Southern Ocean are producing more rain – and the consequences could be global
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Can Africa choose economic partners on its own terms? | Counting the Cost
For decades, Africa was defined by aid, debt and development debates. Today, the continent’s critical minerals,…
10 points on Putin’s high-stakes visit to India
Russian President Vladimir Putin is in New Delhi for a packed 27-hour visit — his first…
Putin in Delhi 2025: What India Gains, With Ashwin Ahmad & K S Tomar
Russian President Vladimir Putin lands in New Delhi on 4–5 December 2025 for the 23rd India–Russia…
Australia’s national AI plan has just been released. Who exactly will benefit?
Today, the Albanese Labor government released the long-awaited National AI Plan, “a whole-of-government framework that ensures…
How Australia’s Climate Fight Was Rekindled | The Bloomberg Australia Podcast
Australia has suffered a major climate setback, losing its bid to host next year’s COP summit…
This year’s climate talks saw real progress – just not on fossil fuels
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US names Saudi Arabia a major non-NATO ally during Mohammed bin Salman visit
Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman received an extravagant welcome during his visit to the White…
Google CEO: If an AI bubble pops, no one is getting out clean
Market concerns and Google’s position Alphabet’s recent market performance has been driven by investor confidence in…
Finally, Indigenous peoples have an influential voice at COP30. They’re speaking loud and clear.
Since 2019, the UN’s Local Communities and Indigenous Peoples Platform has expanded the Indigenous role in…
LIVE: Russia Launches Massive Drone and Missile Strikes on Ukraine’s Kyiv, Destroys Heating Networks
A massive drone-and-missile strike hit Ukraine’s capital, Kyiv, early Friday, according to the mayor, triggering fires,…
The Liberals dropped net zero. Will it make any difference to Australia’s climate response?
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View from The Hill: Conservative Liberals hold ‘power walk’ before delivering coup de grâce to net zero
Ley said the five-hour meeting had been “excellent”. It had been “terrific to hear from all…
Aurora likely tonight as string of solar flares heads for Earth
Over the past few days an active sunspot has erupted multiple times, sending clouds of high-energy…
Does the rise of Mamdani indicate a major shift in the US | The Bottom Line
After the capital of capitalism voted for socialism and Democrats in two states trounced Republicans, United…
View from The Hill: Could the return of Josh Frydenberg help the Liberals’ fortunes?
Liberals have been told they must attend these meetings in person – they can only dial…
Build customer trust and loyalty by syncing online and in-store orders with Square
Retail isn’t just about ringing up sales anymore; it’s about stitching together moments of customer trust…
LIVE: Finland’s President on Russian Oil, Ukraine War & India’s Role | Vantage with Palki Sharma
Amid growing Western scrutiny of India’s Russian oil purchases, Finnish President Alexander Stubb has voiced support…
Why do giraffes have such long legs? Animal simulations reveal a surprising answer
If you’ve ever wondered why the giraffe has such a long neck, the answer seems clear:…