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Former IPCC Vice-Chair Criticizes Decades of Belgian Climate Inaction
PoliticsFrance 24dh-les-sports20d ago2 sources

Former IPCC Vice-Chair Criticizes Decades of Belgian Climate Inaction

Jean-Pascal van Ypersele, former Vice-Chair of the IPCC, has strongly criticized successive Belgian governments for decades of climate inaction, stating they have 'blood on their hands.' He emphasized that climate change is already here and urged seizing the current crisis to create new momentum for action, warning that climate refugees are no longer a distant scenario.

Pakistani Business Leaders Urge Outsourcing FBR to AI
Politicsexpress-tribune1mo ago

Pakistani Business Leaders Urge Outsourcing FBR to AI

Former presidents of the Federation of Pakistan Chambers of Commerce & Industry (FPCCI) are urging the outsourcing of the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) to Artificial Intelligence, stating that IMF policies have pushed 50% of the population into poverty.

Businessexpress-tribune2mo ago

Pakistan Government Sets 4% Growth Target

The Pakistani government has approved a 4% growth target for the economy, with the APCC also setting an 8.2% inflation goal as imports are projected to exceed $70 billion.

Trump Weighs Iran Deal Amid Health Report and China Concerns
PoliticsAPReutersBBC+105bloombergNYTwsjFTle-mondewapoThe GuardianNPR+97 more2mo ago108 sources

Trump Weighs Iran Deal Amid Health Report and China Concerns

US President Trump is considering a potential peace deal with Iran, with the Pentagon chief warning of the US's capability to resume conflict if demands are not met. Meanwhile, Trump's physician released a report stating the president is in excellent health despite some minor concerns, and the US defense secretary addressed China's military buildup.

Brussels Retires Historic PCC Articulated Trams
Technologydh-les-sports3mo ago

Brussels Retires Historic PCC Articulated Trams

Brussels' public transport operator, Stib, has theoretically retired all old PCC articulated trams of types 7700/7800 from service as of the evening of Friday, April 24, 2026. This marks the end of an era for these double and bidirectional trams in the city.

Culturetrinidad-express3mo ago

QPCC Puts Police Under Pressure

The Trinidad Express Newspapers reports on QPCC putting the Police under pressure, suggesting a significant event or challenge.

Brazilian prison gang PCC becomes global cocaine power
Worldhindustan-times3mo ago

Brazilian prison gang PCC becomes global cocaine power

The Brazilian prison gang PCC has evolved into a global cocaine power, engaging in activities from arms dealing in Boston to pirate attacks in the Amazon, posing a significant challenge to international organized crime efforts.

Chisinau Businessman Sentenced to 17 Years for Teen Rape
Worldnewsmaker-md4mo ago

Chisinau Businessman Sentenced to 17 Years for Teen Rape

A Chisinau resident has been sentenced to 17 years in prison for the sexual assault of a 14-year-old orphan boy, as announced by the Prosecutor's Office for Combating Organized Crime and Special Cases (PCCOCS) on April 6.

Ghana hosts IPCC meeting on people-centered climate adaptation
Environmentmyjoyonline5mo ago

Ghana hosts IPCC meeting on people-centered climate adaptation

Ghana took centre stage in climate adaptation discussions when the Environmental Protection Agency and the United Nations University – Institute of Natural Resources in Africa (UNU-INRA) hosted an IPCC outreach meeting at the Alisa Hotel in Accra. The event brought together government officials, academics, climate experts, and international development partners to explore how climate change […]

Worldzdg-md5mo ago

Moldovan Police Dismantle Online Dating Scam Ring in Chișinău

Law enforcement agencies have dismantled an internet scam call center in Chișinău, involving 11 recruiters who were part of an international network of approximately 1,000 operators. The scammers extorted up to $400 per communication session on dating platforms.

Politicschina-dailyglobal-times5mo ago2 sources

China's 'Two Sessions' Political Meetings

China enters its annual 'two sessions' political meetings, where the country's next development blueprint is discussed and foreign residents experience local democracy.

Strike Halts Trade at Pakistani Ports
Worldexpress-tribune3d ago

Strike Halts Trade at Pakistani Ports

A strike has brought trade at Pakistani ports to a standstill, prompting the FPCCI to demand demurrage relief as exports and industrial units are affected.

Brazil criticizes US sanctions on PCC suspects
Worldobservador1mo ago

Brazil criticizes US sanctions on PCC suspects

Brazil has criticized US sanctions against two Brazilians and three companies for alleged links to the PCC crime group. Brasília rejects the measures and warns of risks to Brazilian financial institutions.

Europe Braces for Extreme Heatwave with Record Temperatures
WorldThe GuardianAl Jazeeranzz+43helsingin-sanomatnosfazaftonbladetberlingskeDWle-figarolsm-lv+35 more1mo ago46 sources

Europe Braces for Extreme Heatwave with Record Temperatures

A significant heatwave is sweeping across Europe, with warnings issued for over 100 million people and temperatures expected to reach near 40 degrees Celsius in some regions. Several countries, including the UK, France, Italy, and Romania, are experiencing extreme heat, with some areas potentially breaking historical temperature records.

Europe Grapples with Record Heatwave and Climate Extremes
Worldfazluxemburger-wort1mo ago2 sources

Europe Grapples with Record Heatwave and Climate Extremes

Europe is experiencing a severe heatwave, with France recording its hottest day on record, leading to postponed exams and warnings from the IPCC head about further climate extremes. Luxembourg also highlights the unprecedented nature of the heat as part of the climate crisis, impacting energy production and causing electricity price increases in Germany.

Lula Calls for Respect of Sovereignty in Drug Combat at G7
Politicsobservador2mo ago

Lula Calls for Respect of Sovereignty in Drug Combat at G7

Brazilian President Lula addressed the G7 summit in Évian-les-Bains, advocating for respect of sovereignty in the fight against drugs, without directly mentioning Trump or the US, which has classified PCC and CV as global terrorist organizations.

Karnataka Congress Searches for New Chief to Replace DKS
PoliticsTimes of India2mo ago

Karnataka Congress Searches for New Chief to Replace DKS

Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge announced that the party is actively seeking a new Karnataka Pradesh Congress Committee (KPCC) president. The search aims to strengthen the organization for upcoming elections, with discussions also ongoing about the new Karnataka cabinet.

Worldpublico2mo ago

Future STJ President States Brazil Cannot Be Reduced to Crime and Violence

Luís Felipe Salomão, the future president of Brazil's Superior Court of Justice (STJ), asserted that Brazil has much to teach and learn from the world, and cannot be solely defined by crime and violence. He also commented on the US decision to classify PCC and Comando Vermelho as criminal organizations.

Yamuna River in Delhi Remains Highly Polluted
Healthndtv3mo ago

Yamuna River in Delhi Remains Highly Polluted

Despite above-normal rainfall in Delhi, fresh data from the Delhi Pollution Control Committee (DPCC) indicates that large stretches of the Yamuna river flowing through the capital remain severely polluted.

Morocco's Role in 2026 World Cup Security Clarified
Worldmorocco-world-news4mo ago

Morocco's Role in 2026 World Cup Security Clarified

A senior US official reiterated Morocco's strong security partnership with Washington, clarifying its participation in the IPCC for 2026 World Cup security efforts, but not a White House task force.

China announces AI boost to radar as drone swarms confound detectors in Iran war
TechnologySCMP5mo ago

China announces AI boost to radar as drone swarms confound detectors in Iran war

Beijing is using AI to help its radars better detect low-altitude drones, according to a top Chinese military scientist who cited drone swarm tactics in the US’ ongoing attack on Iran as an emerging pressure on radar. This development was revealed on Wednesday by Xu Jin, a leading air-defence radar expert and a member of China’s top political advisory body, the National Committee of the Chinese People’s Political Consultative Conference (CPPCC). On the sidelines of Beijing’s “two sessions”...

China’s top advisory body urges Greater Bay Area cities to align rules, regulations
WorldSCMP5mo ago

China’s top advisory body urges Greater Bay Area cities to align rules, regulations

China’s top advisory body has called on Hong Kong, Macau and the nine other Guangdong cities of the Greater Bay Area to better align their rules and regulations under a key directive in its latest annual work report. Wang Huning, chairman of the Chinese People’s Political Consultative Conference (CPPCC) National Committee, delivered the nation’s top advisory body’s annual work report during its opening meeting, in which Hong Kong was briefly mentioned. The Communist Party’s fourth most senior...

Healthzdg-md5mo ago

Moldova Launches Digital Medical Leave Certificate System

Moldova has officially launched the 'Medical Leave Certificate Portal' (SIPCCM) informational system, which will make medical leave certificates exclusively digital starting March 1, 2026, saving over 1.4 million lei annually in printing costs.

Company Plans Chicken Farm in Sisak Amid Protests
Environmentindex-hr5mo ago

Company Plans Chicken Farm in Sisak Amid Protests

Despite widespread protests against a mega-project in Sisak, Croatia, the company PCC asserts that its poultry production plan is being implemented transparently and legally, conducting environmental impact assessments.

Portuguese Company Sanctioned by US for PCC Ties
Politicsobservador1mo ago

Portuguese Company Sanctioned by US for PCC Ties

A Portuguese company, Avenidas Flutuantes Unipessoal Lda, based in Setúbal and linked to Vítor Shimada, has had its assets and transactions blocked by the US Treasury Department due to alleged ties with the Brazilian criminal organization PCC.

Brazil Rejects US Terrorist Designation for Gangs
Worldaktuality-sk2mo ago

Brazil Rejects US Terrorist Designation for Gangs

Brazil has strongly rejected the US decision to designate the PCC and Comando Vermelho gangs as terrorist organizations, warning against interference with its sovereignty and potential economic damage.

Trump Claims Imminent Iran Deal Amid Tehran's Denials
PoliticsAPReutersBBC+73bloombergNYTThe GuardianNPRAl JazeeraCNNFox Newscnbc+65 more2mo ago76 sources

Trump Claims Imminent Iran Deal Amid Tehran's Denials

Former US President Donald Trump announced he is on the verge of approving a peace deal with Iran, claiming major concessions from Tehran. However, Iranian officials and news agencies have denied that a final agreement has been reached, stating that many questions remain open.

Worldpublico2mo ago

Lisbon Court Frees PCC Leader "Hulk" Due to Legal Vacuum

Ygor Daniel Zago, known as "Hulk" and a leader of the PCC criminal organization, was released by the Lisbon Court of Appeal due to a legal vacuum regarding his asylum request, despite being held since November awaiting extradition and facing a 29-year sentence in Brazil.

Trump's Threats Spark European Security and Trade Concerns
EnvironmentReutersbloombergNYT+61wsjThe GuardianCNNFox Newsyle-uutisetcbccnbchelsingin-sanomat+53 more3mo ago64 sources

Trump's Threats Spark European Security and Trade Concerns

Donald Trump's recent rhetoric, including threats of tariffs and criticism of European defense spending, has caused new turbulence for EU and NATO security alliances. His statements are prompting discussions about Europe's ability to defend itself and its trade relations.

PCC Member "Hulk" Fails to Block Extradition to Brazil
Politicsobservador4mo ago

PCC Member "Hulk" Fails to Block Extradition to Brazil

A member of the Brazilian criminal organization PCC, known as "Hulk," attempted to prevent his extradition to Brazil, a request made by Brazilian authorities last November. However, the Supreme Court of Justice deemed his appeal unfounded.

PCCW & SK Global Show ‘The Season’ Lands Release Date — Filmart
Culturedeadline5mo ago

PCCW & SK Global Show ‘The Season’ Lands Release Date — Filmart

EXCLUSIVE: PCCW Media and Crazy Rich Asians producer SK Global’s premium series, The Season, will receive a global release in June 2026.  The six-part series will be available on Viu across markets in Asia, the Middle East, and South Africa, on Hulu and Disney+ in the U.S., and Now TV in Hong Kong.  Fremantle is […]

G7 releases record amount of oil stocks to 'calm the markets down'
BusinessAPReutersBBC+101bloombergNYTwsjFTle-mondewapoThe GuardianAl Jazeera+93 more5mo ago104 sources

G7 releases record amount of oil stocks to 'calm the markets down'

G7 leaders have announced the record release of 400 million barrels of oil in response to the war in the Middle East. This represents about twenty days worth of usual oil traffic through the Strait of Hormuz, currently through dangerous to go through due to the threat of Iranian strikes. This initiative aims 'to calm markets down', as FRANCE 24's Philip Turle explains.

Politicshindu5mo ago

Congress inches closer to finalising candidate list for Assembly polls in Kerala

The partry’s Central Election Committee is set to review the initial list of candidates next week. The KPCC has submitted a list featuring several incumbent MLAs and prominent figures. With Congress planning to contest at least 60 constituencies, the party faces critical decisions on candidate selections, particularly in Palakkad.

Jessie Mei Li, Karena Lam, Celina Jade, Toby Stephens Hong Kong Drama ‘The Season’ Unveils First Looks Ahead of Viu, Hulu Summer Debut (EXCLUSIVE)
Culturevariety5mo ago

Jessie Mei Li, Karena Lam, Celina Jade, Toby Stephens Hong Kong Drama ‘The Season’ Unveils First Looks Ahead of Viu, Hulu Summer Debut (EXCLUSIVE)

Fremantle has unveiled first look images of “The Season,” a glossy Hong Kong-set drama that PCCW Media has produced alongside SK Global, the outfit behind “Crazy Rich Asians,” “Thai Cave Rescue” and “Delhi Crime.” The six-episode English-language series will bow this summer on Viu as a Viu Original, reaching audiences across Asia, the Middle East […]