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Teen honors late mother, giving out 500 care backpacks to people in need

Teen honors late mother, giving out 500 care backpacks to people in need

Teen honors late mother, giving out 500 care backpacks to people in need
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Thanksgiving on the waves: Why these locals skipped the table for the tide

Thanksgiving on the waves: Why these locals skipped the table for the tide

Thanksgiving on the waves: Why these locals skipped the table for the tide
Business|Environment|Science|Technology|World

Airlines race to fix Airbus planes after warning solar radiation could cause pilots to lose control

Airlines race to fix Airbus planes after warning solar radiation could cause pilots to lose control

Airlines race to fix Airbus planes after warning solar radiation could cause pilots to lose control
Asia|Crime|Environment|World

Indonesian rescuers search for survivors as the death toll from floods and landslides tops 300

Improved weather has helped rescuers on Indonesia's Sumatra island recover more bodies after landslides and flash floods

Indonesian rescuers search for survivors as the death toll from floods and landslides tops 300
Economy|Education|Environment

James Solomon is elected Jersey City mayor, turning away ex-NJ Gov. Jim McGreevey’s comeback bid

James Solomon has been elected mayor of Jersey City, thwarting former New Jersey Gov. Jim McGreevey’s bid for a political comeback

James Solomon is elected Jersey City mayor, turning away ex-NJ Gov. Jim McGreevey’s comeback bid
Environment|Science|Travel

Winter storms bring snow, freezing rain and cold as Thanksgiving travelers journey home

A major snowstorm in the Midwest and Great Lakes is affecting Thanksgiving travelers

Winter storms bring snow, freezing rain and cold as Thanksgiving travelers journey home
Business|Economy|Environment|Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Ukraine's naval drones strike Russian oil tankers in the Black Sea off the Turkish coast

Ukraine has used Sea Baby naval drones to strike two Russian oil tankers in the Black Sea

Ukraine's naval drones strike Russian oil tankers in the Black Sea off the Turkish coast
Asia|Crime|Environment|World

Grateful to be alive, residents who escaped the Hong Kong apartment blaze wonder what comes next

A massive fire in Hong Kong's Tai Po district has become the deadliest in the city's memory, causing 128 deaths with dozens unaccounted for

Grateful to be alive, residents who escaped the Hong Kong apartment blaze wonder what comes next
Business|Environment|Lifestyle|World

Thai family trapped by floods clings to furniture for 48 hours to survive

When floodwaters swept into Amphorn Kaeophengkro's home in the southern Thai city of Hat Yai last Saturday, there was no time to escape.

Thai family trapped by floods clings to furniture for 48 hours to survive
Business|Economy|Environment|World

Chile's copper output, manufacturing production fall in October

Copper output in Chile, the world's largest producer of the metal, fell 7% year-on-year in October to 458,405 metric tons, statistics agency INE said on Friday.

Chile's copper output, manufacturing production fall in October
Business|Economy|Environment|Finance|Stock Markets

LME copper races to all-time peak above $11,200 a ton

Copper prices on the London Metal Exchange set a new all-time high above $11,200 on Friday, spurred by a weaker dollar, lower output in top producer Chile in October and planned

LME copper races to all-time peak above $11,200 a ton
Asia|Business|Economy|Environment|World

China launches nationwide fire safety inspection following Hong Kong fire

China announced a sweeping inspection of fire-safety standards in high-rise buildings nationwide on Saturday after a deadly fire in Hong Kong left at least 128 people dead,

China launches nationwide fire safety inspection following Hong Kong fire
Business|Environment|World

Indonesia flood death toll climbs to 303 amid cyclone devastation, disaster agency says

The death toll from floods and landslides following cyclonic rains in the Indonesian island of Sumatra has risen to 303, the head of the country's

Indonesia flood death toll climbs to 303 amid cyclone devastation, disaster agency says
Environment|Europe|Science|World

‘An oil spill in solid form’: Bio-bead disaster devastates beloved English coast

‘An oil spill in solid form’: Bio-bead disaster devastates beloved English coast

‘An oil spill in solid form’: Bio-bead disaster devastates beloved English coast
Business|Economy|Environment|Sports|Travel

Brown grass cost a famed golf course a big tournament and highlighted Hawaii water problems

The Plantation Course at Kapalua Resort on Maui is famous for its ocean views and hosting The Sentry, a $20 million PGA Tour event

Brown grass cost a famed golf course a big tournament and highlighted Hawaii water problems
Environment|World

Death toll in Sri Lanka rises to 153 after Cyclone Ditwah

At least 153 people have been killed in Sri Lanka after landslides and flooding caused by Cyclone Ditwah, officials said on Saturday, with

Death toll in Sri Lanka rises to 153 after Cyclone Ditwah
Business|Crime|Education|Environment|Finance|Health|Lifestyle

Team distributes blankets, clothing and care kits to people experiencing homelessness

Team distributes blankets, clothing and care kits to people experiencing homelessness

Team distributes blankets, clothing and care kits to people experiencing homelessness
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Indonesian residents hunt for food and water after deadly floods. 193 dead in Sri Lanka

Indonesian authorities report that some residents of flood-hit Sumatra have resorted to stealing food and water to survive

Indonesian residents hunt for food and water after deadly floods. 193 dead in Sri Lanka
Asia|Environment|Science|World

More than 1,100 killed as deadly storms cause flooding and landslides across Asia

More than 1,100 killed as deadly storms cause flooding and landslides across Asia

More than 1,100 killed as deadly storms cause flooding and landslides across Asia
Business|Economy|Environment|Finance|Technology|World

Norway wealth fund to back call for Microsoft human rights report at AGM

Norway's $2 trillion wealth fund said on Sunday it would vote for a shareholder proposal at Microsoft's annual general meeting this

Norway wealth fund to back call for Microsoft human rights report at AGM
Business|Economy|Environment|Health|World

Tropical storm deaths top 600 in Southeast Asia, over 4 million affected

The death toll mounted to over 600 from floods and landslides caused by torrential rains across three countries in Southeast Asia, officials said on Sunday, as

Tropical storm deaths top 600 in Southeast Asia, over 4 million affected
Economy|Education|Environment|Health|Political

How life changed in a rural town that lost its clinic after Trump’s megabill

How life changed in a rural town that lost its clinic after Trump’s megabill

How life changed in a rural town that lost its clinic after Trump’s megabill
Business|Economy|Environment|Health|World

Eight more suspected swine fever cases as Spain struggles to limit export damage

Eight more wild boar with suspected cases of African swine fever were discovered near Barcelona, La Vanguardia newspaper reported on Sunday, as Spain struggles to limit the

Eight more suspected swine fever cases as Spain struggles to limit export damage
Economy|Environment|Europe|Political|World

Swiss voters reject mandatory national service for women and new inheritance tax

Swiss voters have decisively rejected a call to require women to do national service in the military, civil protection teams or other forms as men must do already

Swiss voters reject mandatory national service for women and new inheritance tax
Environment|World

Death toll hits 212 as Sri Lanka struggles with Cyclone Ditwah impact

Sri Lanka's death toll from Cyclone Ditwah climbed to 212 with 218 missing, officials said on Sunday, as flood waters breached a dam and rescue

Death toll hits 212 as Sri Lanka struggles with Cyclone Ditwah impact
Education|Entertainment|Environment|Health|Lifestyle|Science

Why doing good also makes us feel good, during the holidays and beyond

The holiday season is a popular time for volunteering, but experts say giving back is beneficial year-round

Why doing good also makes us feel good, during the holidays and beyond
Economy|Environment|World

Swiss voters reject proposed tax on super rich

Switzerland on Sunday overwhelmingly rejected a proposed 50% tax on inherited fortunes of 50 million Swiss francs ($62 million) or more, with 78% of votes against the plan,

Swiss voters reject proposed tax on super rich
Environment|Health|World

‘Like a tsunami’: Asia reels from deadly cyclones and monsoon rains

‘Like a tsunami’: Asia reels from deadly cyclones and monsoon rains

‘Like a tsunami’: Asia reels from deadly cyclones and monsoon rains
Environment|Technology|Travel|World

Post-Thanksgiving travelers in Chicago see hundreds of flights canceled and delayed after snowstorm

Travelers at the end of the Thanksgiving holiday on Sunday were finding hundreds of flights delayed and canceled into and out of Chicago following a winter storm in the Great Lakes region

Post-Thanksgiving travelers in Chicago see hundreds of flights canceled and delayed after snowstorm
Arts|Australia|Business|Economy|Environment|Food

Treasury Wine flags $450 million writedown of US assets, shares hit decade low

Australia's Treasury Wine Estates said on Monday it expects to write off A$687.4 million ($449.56 million) from the value of its U.S. assets due to

Treasury Wine flags $450 million writedown of US assets, shares hit decade low
Business|Economy|Environment|Science|World

Australia expands grain-fed beef exports as US production falters

Six thousand Black Angus cattle chew on rolled barley, silage, cottonseed and molasses, fattening up in three rows of shaded pens under the hot

Australia expands grain-fed beef exports as US production falters
Environment|Science|Travel|World

Bomb cyclone to bring first widespread snow to parts of Northeast after tracking through already hard-hit Midwest

Bomb cyclone to bring first widespread snow to parts of Northeast after tracking through already hard-hit Midwest

Bomb cyclone to bring first widespread snow to parts of Northeast after tracking through already hard-hit Midwest
Asia|Environment|World

Southeast Asia storm deaths near 800 as scale of disaster revealed

The death toll from cyclone-induced floods and landslides in Indonesia passed 600 on Monday as rescuers battled to clear roads and improved

Southeast Asia storm deaths near 800 as scale of disaster revealed
Business|Economy|Environment|Finance|World

Sri Lanka's cyclone death toll climbs to 355, with 366 missing

Rescuers in Sri Lanka were scrambling on Monday to clear roads and deliver aid to more than half a million people hit by a cyclone last week, as the

Sri Lanka's cyclone death toll climbs to 355, with 366 missing
Economy|Environment|Science|World

Taps may run dry in this country, where the water crisis is so severe it can be seen from space

Taps may run dry in this country, where the water crisis is so severe it can be seen from space

Taps may run dry in this country, where the water crisis is so severe it can be seen from space
Economy|Environment|Europe|Political|World

Norway government budget in peril over oil, wealth fund's Israel investments

Norway's Labour government failed to win backing for its 2026 draft budget by an end-November deadline but talks will resume in parliament

Norway government budget in peril over oil, wealth fund's Israel investments
Economy|Environment|Health|Political|World

Landmine casualties hit 4-year high, driven by conflicts in Syria, Myanmar

Deaths and injuries from landmines and unexploded ordnance hit a four-year high in 2024, driven by conflicts in Syria and Myanmar, a new report showed

Landmine casualties hit 4-year high, driven by conflicts in Syria, Myanmar
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Suspended FEMA workers who criticized Trump administration got their jobs back — until DHS leaders found out

Suspended FEMA workers who criticized Trump administration got their jobs back — until DHS leaders found out

Suspended FEMA workers who criticized Trump administration got their jobs back — until DHS leaders found out
Economy|Environment|Technology

Trump’s push for more AI data centers faces backlash from his own voters

The residents came in camouflage hats and red shirts signaling unity, more than 300 of them packing into a rural

Trump’s push for more AI data centers faces backlash from his own voters
Asia|Economy|Election|Environment|Finance|Political|World

Thailand floods hit PM Anutin's popularity ahead of snap polls

Thailand’s Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul is facing mounting criticism over his government’s slow response to deadly

Thailand floods hit PM Anutin's popularity ahead of snap polls
Economy|Environment|Europe|Health

Spain to resume pork exports to China from regions unaffected by swine fever outbreak

Spain, which is mobilising to contain an outbreak of African swine fever in Barcelona, received confirmation from major pork importer

Spain to resume pork exports to China from regions unaffected by swine fever outbreak
Business|Economy|Education|Environment|Health|Lifestyle

When formal systems stop working, neighbors turn to each other in what many call 'mutual aid'

Organizers say that interest in local, grassroots initiatives to meet community needs has been growing

When formal systems stop working, neighbors turn to each other in what many call 'mutual aid'
Environment|World

Over 800 people are still missing after flooding in Indonesia, Sri Lanka and Thailand

Over 800 people remain missing after devastating floods killed over 1,000 people last week in Indonesia, Sri Lanka and Thailand

Over 800 people are still missing after flooding in Indonesia, Sri Lanka and Thailand
Business|Economy|Environment|Europe|Technology

Stellantis CEO backs German push to ease EU car emissions rules ahead of key review

Stellantis Chief Executive Antonio Filosa on Monday welcomed Berlin's call to soften European Union car emissions rules, saying Germany's proposals aligned with industry

Stellantis CEO backs German push to ease EU car emissions rules ahead of key review
Business|Economy|Environment|Science|Technology

When the world’s largest battery power plant caught fire, toxic metals rained down – wetlands captured the fallout

The Moss Landing battery fire became an unintended experiment – showing how burning lithium-ion cells scattered nickel, cobalt and manganese over a protected marsh.

When the world’s largest battery power plant caught fire, toxic metals rained down – wetlands captured the fallout
Economy|Education|Environment|Science|World

Iran’s president calls for moving its drought-stricken capital amid a worsening water crisis – how Tehran got into water bankruptcy

Iran’s sprawling cities and irrigated agriculture, along with tight market controls, have left the country vulnerable to drought. There are steps that would help.

Iran’s president calls for moving its drought-stricken capital amid a worsening water crisis – how Tehran got into water bankruptcy
Education|Environment|Health|Science

Texas cities have some of the highest preterm birth rates in the US, highlighting maternal health crisis nationwide

Rates of preterm births, maternal deaths and other adverse birth outcomes are abysmal across the US, but there are clear strategies that could help the nation reverse course.

Texas cities have some of the highest preterm birth rates in the US, highlighting maternal health crisis nationwide
Education|Environment|Science

How to watch the last supermoon of the year

The last supermoon of the year will soon shine in December skies

How to watch the last supermoon of the year
Business|Crime|Education|Environment|Lifestyle

Neighbor helps resident escape duplex fire through bedroom window

Neighbor helps resident escape duplex fire through bedroom window

Neighbor helps resident escape duplex fire through bedroom window
Business|Crime|Economy|Education|Environment|Health|Lifestyle

First they lost their parents in a fire. Now, the city is billing them for the demolition costs.

First they lost their parents in a fire. Now, the city is billing them for the demolition costs.

First they lost their parents in a fire. Now, the city is billing them for the demolition costs.
Business|Economy|Environment|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Canada's Barrick Mining explores IPO of North American assets

Barrick Mining said on Monday it was exploring an initial public offering of a subsidiary that would hold its North American gold assets as bullion prices this

Canada's Barrick Mining explores IPO of North American assets
Environment|Travel|World

Early winter storm puts 16 million Americans under weather advisories

A blast of frigid air from Canada is expected to dump up to a foot of snow along a stretch extending from Michigan to central New England and put more than 16 million

Early winter storm puts 16 million Americans under weather advisories
Business|Crime|Environment|Health|Lifestyle

Two rescued, firefighter injured in apartment fire

Two rescued, firefighter injured in apartment fire

Two rescued, firefighter injured in apartment fire
Business|Environment|Science|Travel|World

Winter's first big snowstorm hits the Northeast as schools close and traffic slows

The first major winter storm has hit the Northeast and mid-Atlantic, covering the area with snow and ice

Winter's first big snowstorm hits the Northeast as schools close and traffic slows
Arts|Education|Environment|Sports

Meskwaki Nation welcomes home cultural items returned by UNI

Meskwaki Nation welcomes home cultural items returned by UNI

Meskwaki Nation welcomes home cultural items returned by UNI
Crime|Environment|Lifestyle|US

Brothers help push cars out of pile-up caused by winter storm

Brothers help push cars out of pile-up caused by winter storm

Brothers help push cars out of pile-up caused by winter storm
Crime|Environment

House destroyed in fire; neighbors report ammunition exploding

House destroyed in fire; neighbors report ammunition exploding

House destroyed in fire; neighbors report ammunition exploding
Business|Entertainment|Environment|Health|Lifestyle

Stables at Tamaya offering a safe haven for mistreated horses

Stables at Tamaya offering a safe haven for mistreated horses

Stables at Tamaya offering a safe haven for mistreated horses
Business|Environment|Travel|World

Heavy snow predicted for Northeast as Midwest still struggles with Thanksgiving weather snarls

Black ice, snow showers and fog are pestering post-holiday travelers in the Midwest, while the Northeast is gearing up for its first major snowstorm of the season

Heavy snow predicted for Northeast as Midwest still struggles with Thanksgiving weather snarls
Business|Economy|Environment|Science|Technology|World

US LNG exports hit record high in November on cooler weather, strong output

U.S. liquefied natural gas exports hit an all-time monthly high in November for the second straight month, driven by cooler weather and robust output from

US LNG exports hit record high in November on cooler weather, strong output
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Shein probed by Texas attorney general over labor practices, product safety

Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton said on Monday he is investigating Shein, to determine whether the fast fashion retailer violated state law related to unethical

Shein probed by Texas attorney general over labor practices, product safety
Arts|Crime|Entertainment|Environment|Health|Lifestyle

Vigil held for dog dumped in trash can

Vigil held for dog dumped in trash can

Vigil held for dog dumped in trash can
Education|Environment|Science|Technology

Winter storms blanket the East, while the US West is wondering: Where’s the snow?

Here’s what snow forecasters are watching, and why skiers and other snow lovers shouldn’t lose hope.

Winter storms blanket the East, while the US West is wondering: Where’s the snow?
Crime|Education|Entertainment|Environment|Lifestyle

N.C. Wildlife agents safely remove toddler's swing from elk's antlers

N.C. Wildlife agents safely remove toddler's swing from elk's antlers

N.C. Wildlife agents safely remove toddler's swing from elk's antlers
Economy|Environment|Health|Science|World

Cuba says 33 have died of mosquito-borne illnesses as epidemic rages

Cuba on Monday confirmed the deaths of 33 people from mosquito-borne illnesses in recent months in an epidemic that has hit at least one-third of the population, according to

Cuba says 33 have died of mosquito-borne illnesses as epidemic rages
Entertainment|Environment|Lifestyle|Sports

Winter warriors: Disc golfers turn snowstorm into weekend adventure

Winter warriors: Disc golfers turn snowstorm into weekend adventure

Winter warriors: Disc golfers turn snowstorm into weekend adventure
Crime|Environment|Lifestyle|US

Southern California man gets an unwanted housemate: A black bear in his crawl space

A bear in Southern California has taken up residence in the crawlspace under a man's home

Southern California man gets an unwanted housemate: A black bear in his crawl space
Business|Environment|Health

Trump administration backs Bayer's bid to curb Roundup lawsuits

President Donald Trump's administration urged the U.S.

Trump administration backs Bayer's bid to curb Roundup lawsuits
Business|Environment|Science|World

The growing exotic pet trade drives illegal sales online and a push for tighter rules

Conservationists are hoping to strengthen regulations at a wildlife trade conference on birds, reptiles and other animals that are seeing their numbers decline due to the exotic pet trade

The growing exotic pet trade drives illegal sales online and a push for tighter rules
Arts|Business|Economy|Education|Environment|Health|Lifestyle|Political|World

Pope urges Middle East to reject 'horror of war' at end of first overseas trip

Pope Leo bade farewell to Lebanon on Tuesday with a fervent appeal to leaders across the Middle East to listen to their people's cries

Pope urges Middle East to reject 'horror of war' at end of first overseas trip
Asia|Environment|Health|World

More than 1,300 dead from floods in Indonesia, Sri Lanka and Thailand as rescue efforts intensify

Emergency crews are racing to reach survivors and recover bodies after catastrophic floods and landslides in Indonesia, Sri Lanka, Thailand and Malaysia

More than 1,300 dead from floods in Indonesia, Sri Lanka and Thailand as rescue efforts intensify
Business|Economy|Environment|MidEast|World

Exxon Mobil approached Iraq about buying Lukoil's West Qurna oilfield stake, sources say

Exxon Mobil has approached the Iraqi oil ministry to express its interest in buying Russian firm Lukoil's majority stake in the giant West Qurna 2 oilfield, five Iraqi official

Exxon Mobil approached Iraq about buying Lukoil's West Qurna oilfield stake, sources say
Business|Economy|Environment|Science|Technology|World

A Japanese regional assembly is set to vote by December 22 on restarting nuclear plant

A Japanese regional assembly on Tuesday began deliberations on whether to partially restart the Kashiwazaki-Kariwa Nuclear Power Plant, the

A Japanese regional assembly is set to vote by December 22 on restarting nuclear plant
Asia|Environment|World

'Is she alive?': Indonesian man's hopes of finding missing wife fade after flood disaster

In the days since cyclone-induced floods and landslides battered Indonesia's Sumatra island, Abdul Ghani has been carrying around a picture

'Is she alive?': Indonesian man's hopes of finding missing wife fade after flood disaster
Asia|Economy|Environment|Political|World

China's military reaching further, more frequently into Pacific, says Australia

Australia's Foreign Minister Penny Wong said China is more frequently projecting military power further into the Pacific, in a speech highlighting the challenges Australia

China's military reaching further, more frequently into Pacific, says Australia
Business|Economy|Environment|Science|World

'Mischievous hands': Indonesians blame deforestation for devastating floods

Indonesian Reliwati Siregar gestured angrily at deforestation around her home on the island of Sumatra, where landslides and floods

'Mischievous hands': Indonesians blame deforestation for devastating floods
Environment|Science|Technology|World

Malaysia tightens nuclear controls under amended law

Malaysia has amended its nuclear regulatory framework to require permits be obtained for all atomic energy activities including import, exports and transshipment of

Malaysia tightens nuclear controls under amended law
Asia|Business|Crime|Economy|Environment|Health|World

Sri Lanka grapples with trauma, loss after deadly cyclone that killed hundreds

Nawaz Nashra recalls grabbing her three-year-old daughter, wrapping her in a bedsheet and running out of their home in central Sri Lanka

Sri Lanka grapples with trauma, loss after deadly cyclone that killed hundreds
Asia|Environment|World

Death toll from Indonesia floods and landslides passes 700

The number of people killed by floods and landslides on Indonesia's Sumatra island rose to 708 on Tuesday, the disaster agency said, as authorities rushed to repair

Death toll from Indonesia floods and landslides passes 700
Business|Economy|Environment|Europe|Health|Science|World

EU vets assess Barcelona swine fever outbreak as cases rise to nine

A task force of EU vets began work in Barcelona on Tuesday to help contain an African swine fever outbreak as Spain, one of the world's

EU vets assess Barcelona swine fever outbreak as cases rise to nine
Business|Economy|Environment|Technology

Edmunds compares the new Cadillac Optiq and Audi Q4 E-tron

With the federal EV tax incentives gone, you might not have the budget for the luxury electric SUV you wanted

Edmunds compares the new Cadillac Optiq and Audi Q4 E-tron
Environment|Science|Technology

Google plans to power a new data center with fossil fuels, yet release almost no emissions – here’s how its carbon capture tech works

To reduce emissions put into the atmosphere, Google is using carbon capture and sequestration. But not all CCS projects are the same.

Google plans to power a new data center with fossil fuels, yet release almost no emissions – here’s how its carbon capture tech works
Crime|Economy|Education|Environment|Health|Science

Why protecting Colorado children from dying of domestic violence is such a hard problem

Lethal domestic violence is persistent, despite a statewide decline in overall homicides.

Why protecting Colorado children from dying of domestic violence is such a hard problem
Economy|Education|Environment|Health|Opinion|Science|Technology|World

Larry Summers’ sexism is jeopardizing his power and privilege, but the entire economics profession hinders progress for women

In 2024, only about 1 in 3 newly minted economics Ph.D.s were women.

Larry Summers’ sexism is jeopardizing his power and privilege, but the entire economics profession hinders progress for women
Economy|Education|Environment|Science|Technology|Travel

High-speed rail moves millions throughout the world every day – but in the US, high cost and low use make its future bumpy

Although some high-speed rail has been built in the northeastern US, the rest of the country has almost none.

High-speed rail moves millions throughout the world every day – but in the US, high cost and low use make its future bumpy
Business|Economy|Environment|Finance|Political|World

OPEC+ members to undergo annual oil capacity audit under new plan, sources say

OPEC+ members will undergo an annual assessment of their oil production capacity starting next year for use in 2027,

OPEC+ members to undergo annual oil capacity audit under new plan, sources say
Economy|Environment|Europe|Health|Political|World

France faces pandemic-level spending to support ageing population, audit office says

France's ageing population will drive public spending to pandemic-era highs in coming decades while eroding tax income, the public audit office warned on Tuesday.

France faces pandemic-level spending to support ageing population, audit office says
Arts|Business|Entertainment|Environment|Travel

Construction at Ice Castles begins at Minnesota State Fairgrounds

Construction at Ice Castles begins at Minnesota State Fairgrounds

Construction at Ice Castles begins at Minnesota State Fairgrounds
Economy|Environment|Political|Science|Technology

Trump removes 'renewable' from title of U.S. energy lab

The Trump administration has renamed one of the country's energy laboratories to remove the word 'renewable' in the latest effort to downplay

Trump removes 'renewable' from title of U.S. energy lab
Business|Economy|Environment|Finance|Technology|US

Ford, Hyundai US sales down slightly in November as EVs drag

Ford Motor Co and Hyundai Motor on Tuesday reported marginal declines in U.S. auto sales in November, as sales of electric vehicles fizzled following the end of tax credits.

Ford, Hyundai US sales down slightly in November as EVs drag
Crime|Education|Environment|Health|Lifestyle|US

Woman saves boat crash survivor using CPR training from high school class

Woman saves boat crash survivor using CPR training from high school class

Woman saves boat crash survivor using CPR training from high school class
Business|Education|Environment|US|World

Heavy snow expected in parts of US Midwest, Northeast

An intensifying weather system was expected to bring heavy snow or rain to parts of the U.S.

Heavy snow expected in parts of US Midwest, Northeast
Business|Economy|Environment|Food|Technology

Walmart invests $350 million in second U.S. milk processing plant

Walmart said on Tuesday it had opened a second milk processing facility in the United States at an investment of $350 million, as the U.S. retailer seeks to strengthen its supply

Walmart invests $350 million in second U.S. milk processing plant
Business|Environment|Technology|World

BMW sets new mid-term climate goal

German carmaker BMW aims to cut its CO2 equivalent emissions by at least 60 million metric tons by 2035 from 2019 levels, it said on Tuesday, setting new mid-term goals

BMW sets new mid-term climate goal
Crime|Environment|Travel

More than 200 crashes reported as Iowa digs out from heavy snowfall

More than 200 crashes reported as Iowa digs out from heavy snowfall

More than 200 crashes reported as Iowa digs out from heavy snowfall
Crime|Entertainment|Environment|Health|Lifestyle

Meet the man who rescued a driver as their vehicle went up in flames

Meet the man who rescued a driver as their vehicle went up in flames

Meet the man who rescued a driver as their vehicle went up in flames
Business|Crime|Education|Environment|Health

Utility worker credited with rescuing resident from burning row home

Utility worker credited with rescuing resident from burning row home

Utility worker credited with rescuing resident from burning row home
Business|Economy|Environment|Food|US

Tyson Foods plant closing could spell broader trouble for beef industry in Nebraska

Tyson Foods plant closing could spell broader trouble for beef industry in Nebraska

Tyson Foods plant closing could spell broader trouble for beef industry in Nebraska
Business|Economy|Environment|Science|Technology|World

The real estate industry is pressuring Zillow and other sites to nix extreme weather risk data buyers have come to rely on

The real estate industry is pressuring Zillow and other sites to nix extreme weather risk data buyers have come to rely on

The real estate industry is pressuring Zillow and other sites to nix extreme weather risk data buyers have come to rely on
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FedEx driver crashes into creek

FedEx driver crashes into creek

FedEx driver crashes into creek
Business|Economy|Environment|Europe|World

No rebrand for now, says new Gunvor CEO, as he reckons with US pressure over Russia

Gunvor's new CEO, Gary Pedersen, said on Tuesday there were no immediate plans to rebrand the Swiss-based commodities trader, a day

No rebrand for now, says new Gunvor CEO, as he reckons with US pressure over Russia
Business|Economy|Environment|Political|US|World

White House to propose significant rollback in fuel economy standards, sources say

The Trump administration is set to propose a significant rollback of fuel economy standards finalized by former President Joe Biden last year, its

White House to propose significant rollback in fuel economy standards, sources say
Business|Economy|Environment|Political|World

Poor states hosting refugees could start shutting borders, warns NGO

Developing countries which host most of the world's refugees could close their borders if Western states persist with aid cuts, the head of the Danish Refugee

Poor states hosting refugees could start shutting borders, warns NGO
Business|Economy|Environment|Political|US|World

US to announce ‘bridge payment’ for farmers next week, Rollins says

Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins said on Tuesday that the Trump administration will announce a “bridge payment” for

US to announce ‘bridge payment’ for farmers next week, Rollins says
Business|Economy|Education|Entertainment|Environment|Health|Lifestyle

Teen’s free food pantry becomes lifeline for neighbors in need

Teen’s free food pantry becomes lifeline for neighbors in need

Teen’s free food pantry becomes lifeline for neighbors in need
Business|Economy|Environment|Europe|Science|Technology|World

European nations agree 30% boost in three-year space budget

European nations agreed on Thursday to increase spending on space over the next three years by about 30% to 22.1 billion euros, part of an effort to try to catch

European nations agree 30% boost in three-year space budget
Environment|Lifestyle|Science|Travel

Lake effect snow piles up in Great Lakes region, impacting Thanksgiving travel

Strong lake effect snow bands are expected to dump several inches of snow across the Great Lakes region Thanksgiving Day, with the most accumulation hitting the Upper Peninsula of Michigan

Lake effect snow piles up in Great Lakes region, impacting Thanksgiving travel
Business|Environment|Health|Lifestyle

Thanksgiving clogs: Plumbers prepare for 'Brown Friday'

Thanksgiving clogs: Plumbers prepare for 'Brown Friday'

Thanksgiving clogs: Plumbers prepare for 'Brown Friday'
Business|Crime|Economy|Environment|Travel

Coast Guard suspends search for missing Mississippi pilots after plane crash in New Orleans

Coast Guard suspends search for missing Mississippi pilots after plane crash in New Orleans

Coast Guard suspends search for missing Mississippi pilots after plane crash in New Orleans
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Search suspended for missing Army specialist swept out to sea near Big Sur

Search suspended for missing Army specialist swept out to sea near Big Sur

Search suspended for missing Army specialist swept out to sea near Big Sur
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Canadian minister Guilbeault resigns from cabinet over government's deal with Alberta

Canadian Identity and Culture Minister Steven Guilbeault resigned from cabinet on Thursday over a disagreement with a deal Prime Minister Mark Carney's government signed with the oil

Canadian minister Guilbeault resigns from cabinet over government's deal with Alberta
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EU should reject automakers' biofuel plea, says campaign group

The European Commission should resist automakers' calls to allow cars to run on biofuels beyond 2035 because they are in short supply and not truly carbon-

EU should reject automakers' biofuel plea, says campaign group
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Canada's prime minister and Alberta's premier sign pipeline deal that could reverse oil tanker ban

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney and the premier of Canada’s oil rich province of Alberta have agreed to work toward building a pipeline to the Pacific Coast to diversify the country’s oil exports beyond the United States, in a move that has caused turmoil in Carney’s inner circle

Canada's prime minister and Alberta's premier sign pipeline deal that could reverse oil tanker ban
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Hong Kong tower fire toll rises to 128, more arrests made

Hong Kong's anti-graft body on Friday said it had arrested eight people in connection with a fire that ripped through a high-rise apartment complex

Hong Kong tower fire toll rises to 128, more arrests made
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Oil falls on drawn-out Ukraine peace talks, all eyes on upcoming OPEC+ meeting  

Crude futures fell marginally on Friday as investors considered oil's geopolitical risk premium amid drawn-out Russia-Ukraine peace talks, while keeping an eye

Oil falls on drawn-out Ukraine peace talks, all eyes on upcoming OPEC+ meeting  
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Bamboo scaffolding helped build Hong Kong's skyline, but a deadly fire may hasten its end

A deadly fire in a Hong Kong apartment complex has raised questions about bamboo scaffolding common at Asian construction sites

Bamboo scaffolding helped build Hong Kong's skyline, but a deadly fire may hasten its end
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What a federal ban on THC-infused drinks and snacks could mean for the hemp industry

THC-infused drinks and snacks have soared in popularity as alcohol sales have declined in recent years

What a federal ban on THC-infused drinks and snacks could mean for the hemp industry
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Death toll from floods in Thailand reaches 145 as receding water reveals widespread damage

The death toll from flooding in southern Thailand has reached at least 145, according to officials

Death toll from floods in Thailand reaches 145 as receding water reveals widespread damage
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'We’ve lost everything': How floods devastated one of Thailand's largest cities

When Jantarakarn Kaewjan went to bed in Thailand's southern city of Hat Yai last Friday, three days of heavy rains had only caused some waterlogging

'We’ve lost everything': How floods devastated one of Thailand's largest cities
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Hong Kong residents scramble to deliver aid, support after deadly fire

Hundreds of volunteers are rushing to deliver emergency supplies to victims of Hong Kong's worst fire

Hong Kong residents scramble to deliver aid, support after deadly fire
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Sri Lanka braces for more flooding as Cyclone Ditwah claims 46 lives

Cyclone Ditwah swept northward across Sri Lanka on Friday, leaving 46 people dead and 23 missing amid widespread floods, with torrential rain and strong winds

Sri Lanka braces for more flooding as Cyclone Ditwah claims 46 lives
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Rescuers step up recovery operations as Southeast Asia flood deaths reach 321

The death toll from floods across large swathes of Southeast Asia rose to at least 321 on Friday, with authorities working to

Rescuers step up recovery operations as Southeast Asia flood deaths reach 321
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Swiss wealth tax proposal to test public appetite for redistribution

Switzerland will vote on a proposed wealth tax on Sunday that will be a litmus test of appetite for wealth redistribution in one of the world's richest countries.

Swiss wealth tax proposal to test public appetite for redistribution
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CNN is at a community square in Hong Kong where volunteers are helping people affected by the fire

CNN correspondent Hanako Montgomery is near the site of the deadly fire in Hong Kong, where volunteers have organized hand-out of water, blankets and home-cooked meals. Tents have sprung up in the community square as people are offering help to survivors.

CNN is at a community square in Hong Kong where volunteers are helping people affected by the fire