Recent events in the Middle East, including protests in Damascus, legal battles at Cambridge University over Israel-Palestine related demonstrations, and a stalled ceasefire in Gaza, highlight ongoing tensions. Read more...

After tense negotiations, COP16 delegates reached a fragile agreement on nature finance, but concerns remain about halting nature loss by 2030. California mandates a return to the office. Read more...

From women's football to rugby, major sports leagues are considering significant changes, including eliminating relegation and expanding into new markets like Las Vegas. Read more...

Tajikistan is actively expanding its economic partnerships, focusing on trade and infrastructure development with nations like Kyrgyzstan, South Korea, and Russia. Read more...

A roundup of French sports news: DAZN and LFP negotiations, PSG's quarter-final match, and Briançon's mayor discussing the 2030 Olympics. Read more...

Countries have agreed on a roadmap to secure $200 billion annually by 2030 for biodiversity protection. This follows a 2022 agreement and focuses on establishing the necessary financial mechanisms. Read more...

This week, world leaders are tackling pressing issues, from peace plans for Ukraine and Gaza to combating pollution and questioning the very foundations of meritocracy. Read more...

A look at the Q4 2024 performance of several John Hancock funds, including insights into their strategies, market conditions, and future outlook. Read more...

Spain faces challenges on multiple fronts: vegan families seek plant-based school menus, cities aim for climate neutrality, and a prosecutor demands a baby's return. Read more...

A video of Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman promising to eradicate Islamic extremism resurfaces. Plus, Jagtar Singh Johal acquitted of one charge and dozens missing in an Indian Himalayas avalanche. Read more...

Prague faces potential strikes from Prague Services trade union due to a dispute with a Pirate Party deputy, while a school bomb threat prompts evacuation. Simultaneously, the government plans to increase defense spending. Read more...

The ACC settlement and expiring media rights signal a period of dramatic change in college football, potentially leading to significant realignment in the 2030s. Read more...

Brazil grapples with rising obesity rates, projected to affect 119 million adults by 2030, alongside a growing anxiety epidemic fueled by digital instability. Read more...

This week in tech: Huawei upgrades its network solutions, Apple releases a new entry-level iPad (minus Apple Intelligence), and Intel delays its Ohio chip plant. Read more...

Kyrgyzstan has thwarted a terrorism plot by detaining criminal gang members, showcasing its commitment to national security. The country is also considering raising electricity tariffs between 2025-2030. Read more...

A roundup of recent financial news, including stock sales, executive compensation rulings, and corporate misconduct penalties. Stay informed on the latest business developments. Read more...

Explore the latest tech trends: AI-powered platforms, crypto investment opportunities, and the future job market shaped by digitalization. Discover innovations like drovi, Qubetics, and Crypto Klutz. Read more...

Meta and the Internet Society are investing $30 million to expand affordable internet access worldwide, focusing on underserved communities and digital equity. Read more...

Navigating travel can be tricky. Learn how airlines are battling gate lice, ways to keep kids happy on road trips, and how Japan is aiming for 60 million tourists. Read more...

Inter faces Feyenoord in the Champions League as Reijnders extends his Milan stay. Plus, controversy in Juventus's match against Verona. Read more...