This year's climate summit will be “the meeting where the light was turned on,” with a new goal of increasing electrification to 35 percent by 2035. That is the hope of the host countries. But, as always when the world's countries are expected to unite, there are problems.
Swedish politicsBangladesh's former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina fled the country when unrest broke out in 2024. Now she wants to renew her passport so she can return, despite being sentenced to death.
WorldHow can solar and wind power be stored for when electricity is needed? An old technology could be the answer, with several large-scale projects underway around the world. “It’s simply fantastic,” says Professor Andrew Blakers.
BusinessA crew member has died after an Indian-flagged cargo ship was attacked off the coast of Oman, India's shipping minister said.
ConflictsTwo helicopters collided on Tuesday while trying to land just below Mount Everest’s base camp in Nepal. At least one person has died and two have been injured.
WorldRecurring heatwaves and extreme heat are posing new challenges for the fashion industry. Which materials and garments work best, and when should fall and winter collections be launched? H&M is one of several companies trying to find answers.
BusinessA total of 71 million Danish kroner intended for grenades for Ukraine instead went to an Italian company that has never manufactured them, Danwatch writes.
ConflictsVast areas of degraded nature are being restored around the world, according to a new UN report. The total area is 5.6 times the size of Sweden. The jaguar in South America, the snow leopard in Kyrgyzstan and the dolphin in India are among the animals making a comeback.
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