The world’s oceans are a critical life support system and a vital buffer against the impacts of the climate crisis.
The 10 most in-demand summer vacation destinations in the United States—3 are in Florida
HomeToGo ranked the most popular U.S. summer destinations based on growth in travelers searching for stays between July 1 and August 31, 2023.
How U.S. microchips are fueling Russia’s military — despite sanctions
Moscow is sourcing a growing number of advanced microchips from the West through intermediary countries such as China, analysis by CNBC shows.
A market slaughtering dogs was a top tourist attraction. Then a video was leaked
The sale of dog and cat meat is now banned at Indonesia’s Tomohon Extreme Market — a live animal market named for the brutal practices that occurred there.
Over $1 trillion needed for developing nations’ climate transition, says ex-World Bank official
The lack of resources has made it challenging for those countries to reduce their high carbon emissions and shift to clean energy faster, she noted.
El Nino is approaching and your next cup of coffee could be at risk
Extreme weather conditions due to El Nino are fueling concerns that robusta coffee beans in major producers like Vietnam and Indonesia could be hit.
Australia’s central bank hikes rates by 25 basis points, defies expectations
Economists polled by Reuters were widely expecting the central bank to hold its rates steady.
U.S. and China trade barbs at top security summit as Taiwan Strait tensions simmer
China and U.S. defense chiefs trade barbs at Asia’s leading defense summit after Beijing rejects meeting offer.
China may be ‘disruptive’ and fueling anxiety — but talks must continue, defense chiefs say
Just this weekend, a Chinese warship came within 150 yards of a U.S. destroyer in the Taiwan Strait, according to the U.S. Indo-Pacific Command.
JPMorgan raises 2024 economic outlook for India, but remains cautious of global headwinds
JPMorgan marked up its 2024 growth forecast from 5% to 5.5%, citing a number of reasons to justify only a modest increase.