Global Green Bond Issuance Hits Record $947 Billion as AI Fuels Energy Demand

Global green bond and loan issuance has surged to a record $947 billion, driven by soaring electricity demand linked to artificial intelligence and rapid expansion of energy‑intensive digital infrastructure. The figures, compiled by Bloomberg Intelligence and reported across multiple outlets, show investors continuing to pour capital into climate‑focused assets despite policy rollbacks in the United […]

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FedEx Revenue Tops $23 Billion in Q2 for First Time in Three Years

FedEx has reported quarterly revenue exceeding $23 billion for the first time in three years, marking a significant rebound for the global logistics giant as it continues to streamline operations and strengthen profitability. The company posted $23.5 billion in revenue for its fiscal second quarter, up from $22 billion a year earlier, according to its […]

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From living buildings to multitasking home robots, here’s how science is reimagining 2026

As science continues to push boundaries, the coming years could surprise us with self‑healing cities, robots that care and smarter defences against future pandemics. Here are five outlooks from some of Europe’s leading researchers. Bio‑architecture – a return to nature Imagine a city where buildings are alive – structures that absorb pollution as people walk […]

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Honorary British awards to foreign nationals 2025

Updates to this page Published 17 April 2025 Last updated 29 December 2025 + show all updates 29 December 2025 Page updated with new award recipient. 16 October 2025 Added recipients of honorary awards to foreign nationals. 17 April 2025 First published. Source link Updates to this page Published 17 April 2025 Last updated 29 […]

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UN, US sign $2 billion humanitarian funding agreement for 17 crisis-hit countries

The United Nations and the United States on Monday formalized an agreement under which the US committed $2 billion in humanitarian assistance for global relief programmes, a move the UN’s top relief official hailed as a landmark commitment to saving lives amid escalating humanitarian needs worldwide. Source link This article was originally published on https://news.un.org/feed/view/en/story/2025/12/1166678. […]

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Outstanding contributions to the UK recognised in His Majesty The King’s New Year 2026 Overseas and International Honours list

Sarina Wiegman, the Head Coach of the England Women’s football team, appointed an honorary Dame in recognition of her services to football Dame Barbara Woodward, UK Permanent Representative to the United Nations in New York, is made a Dame Grand Cross for her contribution to British foreign policy, and incoming Ambassador to the USA Dr […]

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Three Turkish Police Officers Killed in Raid on IS Militants as New Year Security Tightens

Three Turkish police officers have been killed and nine others injured during a counter‑terrorism raid targeting suspected Islamic State militants in Yalova province, according to Turkish authorities. The shootout unfolded during an operation launched as part of a nationwide security push ahead of New Year celebrations. Officials said the raid followed a series of arrests […]

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African Continental Brief: Business, Tech, Geopolitics, Security and Human Rights – 29 December 2025

This report provides a concise summary of the critical events shaping Africa’s political, security, and economic landscape as of late December 2025. Geopolitics and Governance Guinea: Junta Leader Favored in Historic Post-Coup Election On December 28, 2025, Guinea held its first presidential election since the 2021 coup. General Mamady Doumbouya, the incumbent transition leader, is […]

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Poland Moves Ahead With €2 Billion Anti‑Drone Fortifications Along Eastern Border**

Poland is pressing ahead with a €2 billion plan to build a large‑scale anti‑drone defence network along its eastern border, a move officials say is driven by repeated incursions of suspected Russian drones into Polish airspace. Deputy Defence Minister Cezary Tomczyk said the first elements of the system will be operational within six months, with […]

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U.S. Imposes Visa Bans on Five Europeans Amid Clash Over EU’s Digital Services Act**

The United States has imposed visa bans on five European figures linked to the enforcement and advocacy of the EU’s Digital Services Act (DSA), escalating an already tense transatlantic dispute over online speech and tech regulation. The move targets former EU commissioner Thierry Breton — a key architect of the DSA — along with four […]

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