The formation of galaxies in the universe should follow a fairly simple path. It starts with small galaxies, which then grow bigger and bigger until they become the giant galaxies we see in the modern universe, like our Milky Way. Easy, right? But that is not strictly true for a particular class of elliptical galaxies […]
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Director-General, Mr Chair, Distinguished Delegates, I would like to begin by thanking Director-General and the Technical Secretariat for their work to prepare for this Conference. I would also like to thank the Director General for his comprehensive update detailing a year of important achievements. Many thanks to our outgoing Chair, Ambassador Suljuk Tarar. Congratulations Ambassador Salvic […]
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Warren Buffett, the centibillionaire CEO of Berkshire Hathaway, has made another significant contribution to charitable causes, donating approximately $1.1 billion worth of Berkshire Hathaway stock. In a letter to Berkshire Hathaway shareholders published Monday, Buffett provided updates on his extensive philanthropic commitments and shared details about his revised estate planning, reinforcing his long-standing goal of […]
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Last week, Azerbaijan hosted the United Nations Convention on Climate Change, also known as COP29. Its main objectives were to agree on a financial framework for climate change mitigation and adaptation, and to present national plans for meeting the terms of the Paris Agreement. This includes limiting global heating to 1.5C, a limit that we […]
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Dublin’s Grand Canal Dock is on the verge of a major transformation, with a proposal to revamp the historic Graving Docks into a vibrant cultural and recreational hub. Spearheaded by the Grand Canal Dock Residents Association (GCDRA), the project aims to bring floating pools, saunas, food trucks, event spaces, and even a pocket forest to […]
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COP29, held in Baku, Azerbaijan, concluded after intense negotiations, with significant climate finance and policy decisions on the table. While key agreements were reached, challenges remain—particularly in securing the funds and support needed for the world’s most vulnerable nations. Here’s a breakdown of the summit’s five critical takeaways and what they mean for the future […]
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At the conclusion of the COP29 summit in Baku, Azerbaijan, a landmark climate finance agreement was reached, with rich nations pledging to pool at least $300 billion annually by 2035 to help developing countries address the impacts of climate change. This commitment aims to support a broad range of efforts, from transitioning to clean energy […]
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UK Research and Innovation (UKRI) has launched an illuminating showcase celebrating a decade of significant contributions to the field of engineering biology. The showcase captures the impacts of over £800 million invested in research, infrastructure and training that have positioned the UK as a global leader in this cutting-edge field. It also illustrates how UKRI’s […]
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Even as we continue to work with Canada to finalize text of treaty amendments to modernize the Columbia River Treaty regime, the United States and Canada implemented an initial set of interim measures to continue our stewardship of the Columbia River. As President Biden announced in July, the United States and Canada reached agreement in […]
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Thousands of Amazon workers across more than 20 countries are set to strike or protest during Black Friday weekend (November 29 – December 2) to demand better treatment from the retail giant. Coordinated by the Make Amazon Pay campaign, the global protests will focus on workers’ rights, tax fairness, and Amazon’s environmental practices. Activists from […]
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