Blast Targets Coal Miners in Southwestern Pakistan, Killing 11

A deadly bombing in the Harnai district of Balochistan, southwestern Pakistan, has left at least 11 people dead and six others wounded. The attack targeted a truck carrying coal miners to a nearby mine when an improvised explosive device (IED), potentially activated remotely, detonated along the roadside. The truck was transporting 17 miners when the […]

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Secretary of State Marco Rubio on the Clay Travis and Buck Sexton Show

QUESTION: Welcome back again, everybody. Third hour of Clay and Buck goes right now and we are joined by Secretary of State Marco Rubio. Mr. Secretary, I appreciate you making the time for us. A lot going on in the world. SECRETARY RUBIO: Yeah. Thanks for having me. QUESTION: Let’s jump right into it. There’s […]

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Twelve Secures $83 Million to Accelerate CO2 Conversion and Scale Sustainable Fuels

Twelve, a leading carbon transformation company, has raised an additional $83 million in Series C and project funding, bringing its total capital to $728 million. This new funding supports the company’s mission to replace fossil fuels with CO2-derived materials, with a focus on scaling its innovative carbon conversion technology, Opus™. Advancing Carbon Transformation with Strategic […]

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The science of sourdough – how citizens are helping shape the future of fermented foods

Many will remember the sourdough bread-baking craze that emerged at the height of the COVID-19 pandemic when people were stuck at home and looking for something creative to do. With social media feeds full of images of sourdough “starters” with quirky names and crisp, freshly baked loaves, home bakers discovered the joys – and the […]

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How Spain’s voters and political systems have kept the far right out of power – for now

Spain has shown relative resistance to the rising far-right tide, and it is currently one of Europe’s only left-wing governed countries. Historically, attempts to create relevant far-right parties in Spain have been unsuccessful, though in the last decade the far-right party Vox has risen to become the third or fourth force in the Spanish party […]

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The UK strongly condemns tragic death of World Food Programme staff member in Houthi detention: UK statement at the UN Security Council

I will make three points. First, the UK strongly condemns the tragic death of a World Food Programme staff member while in Houthi detention and we extend our condolences to their family and colleagues. We also condemn the recent further detentions of aid workers by the Houthis and we reiterate our clear call for the […]

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Secretary Rubio’s Travel to Germany, Israel, Saudi Arabia, and the United Arab Emirates

The following is attributable to Spokesperson Tammy Bruce: Secretary of State Marco Rubio will travel to Munich on February 13 to participate in the Munich Security Conference, where he will discuss a range of U.S. priorities with international partners. While in Munich, Secretary Rubio will also participate in the G7 Foreign Ministers’ Meeting. He will […]

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You can now take part in shaping the next EU long-term budget

  A Commission Communication outlining the key policy and budgetary challenges that will shape the the next EU long-term budget is now available. The long-term budget – known as the Multiannual Financial Framework – sets out the EU’s spending priorities for several years. It supports millions of people, farmers, researchers, businesses and regions across the EU and […]

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Nigerian Diocese Calls for Prayers After Catholic Priest Abducted in Abuja

The Catholic Diocese of Shendam is urgently seeking prayers for the safe return of Fr. Cornelius Manzak Damulak, who was kidnapped on Thursday, February 6. Fr. Damulak, a student at Veritas University in Abuja, was taken from his residence in Zuma 2, located within the Bwari Area Council of the Federal Capital Territory. In an […]

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Morocco Faces Nationwide Strike Over Controversial Bill Threatening Workers’ Rights

Morocco’s labor unions have launched a one-day nationwide strike in protest against a controversial bill they claim will severely limit workers’ rights to protest and prioritize business and foreign investments over worker protections. The strike, which took place on February 5, 2025, saw workers walk off the job from factories in Casablanca to the dockyards […]

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