Commission takes steps to modernise European defence and improve military mobility

  Building on its plans to protect peace and ramp up our continent’s defence readiness, the European Commission has unveiled a set of measures that should significantly enhance military mobility across Europe. The measures will create an EU-wide military mobility area where troops, equipment and military assets can move around quickly and smoothly.    Simultaneously, […]

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Can industrial growth and climate action go hand in hand?

In Namibia’s Daures region, a bold experiment aims to prove economies can create jobs without fossil fuels.  When completed, Daures Green Hydrogen Village will sustainably produce hydrogen and ammonia from renewable sources, which will be used to make the country’s first carbon-free green fertiliser, reducing the need for imports.  The project is designed to benefit […]

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Taoiseach Rejects Kremlin Claims on Ireland’s Neutrality as ‘Nonsense’

Taoiseach Micheál Martin has dismissed remarks made by a Kremlin spokesperson questioning Ireland’s neutrality, describing them as “nonsense” during comments on Friday. Kremlin Briefing Sparks Response The Kremlin briefing suggested that Ireland’s traditional stance of neutrality was compromised by its alignment with European Union positions on security and defense. Officials in Moscow claimed Ireland was […]

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Port Authority Unveils $45 Billion Capital Plan to Modernize New York Airports

The Port Authority of New York and New Jersey (PANYNJ) has released a proposed $45 billion capital plan for 2026–2035, outlining a decade-long investment strategy to transform major airports including John F. Kennedy International (JFK), Newark Liberty (EWR), and LaGuardia (LGA) Port Authority of New York & New Jersey megaproject.com. Major Airport Redevelopment The plan […]

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Indian Air Force Tejas Fighter Jet Crashes During Dubai Airshow, Pilot Killed

An Indian Air Force (IAF) Tejas fighter jet crashed during a flying display at the Dubai Airshow 2025 on Friday, November 21, killing the pilot and sending thick black smoke into the sky as stunned spectators looked on The Star Al Arabiya English Connected to India. The Incident The crash occurred around 2:10 p.m. local […]

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Japan Approves $135 Billion Stimulus as Inflation Pressures Mount

Japan has unveiled a $135 billion stimulus package aimed at easing the burden of rising prices and reinforcing its economic and strategic resilience. The move comes as inflation continues to run above the Bank of Japan’s 2% target, stoking concerns among policymakers and households alike Yahoo Finance UK Iraqi News. Inflation Concerns Consumer prices have […]

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Taoiseach Micheál Martin Attends Historic G20 Leaders’ Summit in Johannesburg

Taoiseach Micheál Martin has begun an official visit to Johannesburg, South Africa, ahead of Ireland’s first-ever participation in the G20 Leaders’ Summit, marking a significant milestone in the country’s global engagement. Economic and Community Engagement On Friday, Martin attended an Enterprise Ireland lunch with around 150 business leaders, highlighting opportunities for Irish companies in Africa. […]

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Boiler Explosion at Pakistani Glue Factory Kills 15, Injures 7 in Faisalabad

A boiler explosion at a glue-making factory in Faisalabad, Punjab province, on Friday, November 21, 2025, killed at least 15 workers and injured seven others, according to local authorities. The blast devastated the industrial facility, triggered a fire, and caused extensive damage to nearby homes, sparking panic across the area NDTV AOL Yahoo News Canada. […]

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The 2030 consumer agenda: Strengthening consumer protection, competitiveness and sustainable growth

  There are 450 million consumers in the EU, contributing over 51% of the EU’s GDP through household spending. Although they benefit from strong consumer rights, increased living costs and evolving market practices, especially online, mean that consumer law must constantly adapt. To guide EU consumer policy over the next five years, the Commission has […]

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Indonesia’s Coal Phaseout at Risk Due to Stalled $20 billion Climate Finance

Indonesia’s ambitious plan to retire 6.7 gigawatts of coal-fired power capacity by 2030 is in jeopardy, as the Just Energy Transition Partnership (JETP) has failed to deliver the $20 billion in pledged funding from donor nations. Officials warn that without concrete financial commitments, the government may be forced to reconsider its coal phaseout strategy. Funding […]

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