Australia is one of the sunniest and windiest countries in the world, and is surrounded by seas which could be used for hydro-electric power. But currently only about 30% of…
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The death toll from flooding in central Greece has increased to 10 while 4 others are missing
ATHENS, Greece (AP) — The death toll from severe flooding in central Greece rose to 10 people Friday, while another four remained missing, the country’s civil protection minister said. Rescue…
Mexico on track for first woman president as second female frontrunner joins race
CNN — Mexico seems set to elect its first female president in next year’s election after the country’s leading parties both unveiled women candidates. Ruling party Morena said Wednesday that…
Rolling Stones on the red carpet after new album launch
The Rolling Stones have unveiled their first album of original material since 2005, and the first since the death of drummer Charlie Watts. Hackney Diamonds features 12 tracks and will…
Global warming, longer monsoon rains making dengue deadlier in South Asia
Mosquito-borne dengue fever is taking a heavy toll on South Asian nations this year as Bangladesh grapples with record deaths and Nepal faces cases in new areas, with disease experts…
Two men questioned in Lebanon at Turkey's request over 2019 escape of former Nissan tycoon Ghosn
BEIRUT (AP) — Lebanese judicial authorities have questioned two people at the request of Turkey on suspicion of being involved in the 2019 escape of auto tycoon Carlos Ghosn from…
Central African Republic ex-strongman charged with crimes against humanity
The United Nations-backed court in Bangui is handling cases concerning war crimes and crimes against humanity, dating back to 2003. A United Nations-backed court in the Central African Republic said…
Elon Musk says he withheld Starlink over Crimea to avoid escalation
A senior Ukrainian official says this enabled Russian attacks and accuses him of “committing evil”.source
Why is North Korea suddenly investing so much in its navy?
For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails North Korea announced…
Georgia grand jury recommended charging three US senators
But prosecutors ultimately did not indict Lindsey Graham and other Trump allies on election charges.source
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