On Thursday, Hamas handed over the bodies of four Israeli hostages to the Red Cross in Gaza, marking the first such release since the October 7, 2023, terror attacks. Among the deceased are Shiri Bibas, 32, and her young children, Ariel, 4, and Kfir, 9 months, who were abducted from their home in Kibbutz Nir […]
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Tánaiste Simon Harris is set to attend the G20 meetings today in South Africa, marking Ireland’s first-ever participation in this global forum. The G20, comprising the world’s leading economies, convenes to discuss critical issues of global economic and financial stability. Ireland has been invited as a guest country under South Africa’s G20 Presidency. Harris will […]
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Canada is set to launch its third green bond this week, marking a significant milestone in the country’s ongoing efforts to fund sustainable projects and meet its ambitious climate goals. The bond issuance follows a highly successful $4 billion green bond launched in February 2024, which saw an additional $2 billion reopening in October. Investor […]
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Terra CO2, a U.S.-based innovator in low-carbon building materials, has successfully raised $82 million in Series B funding to scale its sustainable cement technology. Co-led by strategic partners Just Climate, Eagle Materials, and GenZero, along with support from Breakthrough Energy Ventures (BEV) and additional industry stakeholders, this investment will propel Terra’s OPUS technology into commercial […]
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As Ukraine’s battle for sovereignty continues, the European Union is poised to deliver a substantial military aid package to support the country’s defense efforts. In a strategic move to strengthen Kyiv’s position ahead of critical U.S.-led negotiations with Russia, EU nations are preparing to allocate at least €6 billion in military assistance, as confirmed by […]
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As Syria grapples with the aftermath of its devastating civil war, a hidden and lingering danger remains—unexploded ordnance (UXO). According to the NGO Humanity and Inclusion (HI), more than 15 million Syrians, nearly two-thirds of the country’s population, are at risk from these remnants of conflict. The explosion of conflict-related weapons, which includes unexploded munitions […]
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Safer Internet Day promotes safer and more responsible use of online technology, especially for children and young people. This year, it takes place on 11 February and calls on stakeholders around the globe to take concrete steps to make the internet safer and more inclusive for all. Celebrations and awareness activities will take place […]
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Virgin Australia has been crowned the world’s best cabin crew for the seventh consecutive year at the 2025 Airline Excellence Awards, surpassing 380 other airlines to claim the prestigious honor. This recognition by AirlineRatings.com highlights the airline’s unwavering commitment to safety, value, passenger comfort, and innovation. The award is a testament to Virgin Australia’s exceptional […]
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Ireland has officially received in-principle approval for its application to join CERN (the European Organisation for Nuclear Research), marking a significant step toward becoming an associate member in 2026. This move will grant Irish researchers, students, and businesses access to the world’s most renowned scientific initiatives, enhancing their participation in groundbreaking global scientific discoveries. CERN, […]
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WHO said in a news release that more than 591,000 children under 10 years old will receive the vaccine to protect them from the highly infectious disease, beginning this weekend for an anticipated period of five days. The campaign follows the recent detection of poliovirus in wastewater samples in the shattered enclave which signal that […]
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