Central Europe on alert for worst flooding in years
Authorities across Central Europe are bracing for "potentially catastrophic" rainfall, with preparations in full swing. In Austria, sandbags are being readied, while reservoirs in...
China raises retirement age to 63
China plans to gradually raise its retirement age for the first time since the 1950s to address an aging population and a shrinking pension...
US inflation now at lowest in 3 years
Inflation in the US eased further last month, according to official data, boosting hopes that the Federal Reserve will lower interest rates next week....
Algeria: Do Algerians support elections?
However, Algeria's current situation echoes the experiences of other North African nations, such as Egypt and Tunisia, following the Arab Spring. The demonstrations failed...
Scotland’s lone oil refinery to close next year
Scotland's only oil refinery, Grangemouth, is set to close by next summer, leading to the loss of 400 jobs. Petroineos, the company operating the...
UK: Only 65% firms aim to cut emissions to net zero
Only 65% of UK businesses have established plans to reach net zero emissions by the 2050 deadline, according to the largest industry survey to...
The UK economy unexpectedly failed to grow in July, following no growth in June, according to official data. Analysts had predicted a modest rise...
Typhoon Yagi kills over 150 in Vietnam
The death toll from Typhoon Yagi has climbed to 152 in Vietnam, according to official estimates, as one of the nation’s largest rivers, the...
India facing acute shortage of fish ahead of festivals
As West Bengal prepares for its largest celebration, Durga Puja, Indians in the state may face a shortage of hilsa, their beloved fish. This...