New Brazil development law risks Amazon deforestation, UN expert warns
A new environmental licensing law has been criticised by environmentalists as Brazil prepares for COP30. Read More
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UK to recognise Palestinian state unless Israel meets conditions
The PM announces there will be a shift in policy in September, unless Israel takes steps including agreeing a ceasefire in Gaza. Read More
A mistaken elevator, frantic emails and a run for help – how New York shooting unfolded
Workers barricaded doors and sent goodbye notes as a man roamed through a skyscraper killing people. Read More
Human dignity must be protected from rise of AI, Pope says
The pontiff warns about emerging technologies during the Vatican’s first Mass for social media influencers. Read More
Famine ‘currently playing out’ in Gaza, UN-backed experts warn
It comes as aid agencies warn Israel’s recent measures to increase aid supplies are not enough. Read More
US Grammy winner Ciara becomes citizen of Benin under new slavery descendants law
Benin in West Africa is trying to forge ties with the African diaspora and boost tourism. Read More
US companies up against ‘nightmare’ tariff wall
Businesses both small and large are already reckoning with Trump’s tariffs, and new levies are set to start this week. Read More
Unsung hero behind hula hoop invention dies aged 101
Anderson claimed she came up with the name ‘hula hoop’ and played a crucial role in introducing the toy to the US. Read More
France and Germany lead downbeat EU response to US trade deal
France describes it as a “submission”, though there is relief in Europe that a trade war has been averted. Read More
Parents ‘horrified’ by maternity services report
NHS England finds “significant” concerns about services at Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust. Read More