UN biodiversity talks resume in Rome after unresolved issues at Cop16 in Cali. Concerns linger about trust and participation in the crucial meeting aimed at halting nature loss by 2030. Read more...

François Bayrou's approval rating plummets as he spearheads efforts to rebalance France's pension system by 2030, facing pushback from unions. Read more...

South Africa's exports show growth, while JP Morgan's sustainable funds face scrutiny for investing in Glencore, a mining giant with environmental issues in South Africa. Read more...

A roundup of political news including Trump's media restrictions, Estonia's language policy, Italian bill savings, abuse allegations, and a new prosecutor appointment. Read more...

Spain faces rising housing construction but insufficient supply, a demographic shift with more retirees than births, and EU pressure for green energy reforms. The CPI also sees mixed signals. Read more...

From energy sector strategies to family debt struggles and stock market volatility, this article explores diverse financial challenges and the strategies to overcome them. Read more...

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...