Compromise deal reached at COP29 climate talks for $300 billion a year to poor nations

Countries agreed on a deal to inject at least $300 billion annually in humanity’s fight against climate change, aimed at helping poor nations cope with the ravages of global warming at tense United Nations climate talks in the city where industry first tapped oil. The $300 billion will go to developing countries who need the … Read more

‘Genocide-free’ cola makes a splash in the United Kingdom | Israel-Palestine conflict

London, United Kingdom – On a sunny autumn day, the Hiba Express – a fast food chain in Holborn, a bustling central London neighbourhood packed with restaurants, bookstores and shops – is full of diners. Above Hiba is Palestine House, a multistorey gathering place for Palestinians and their supporters, built in the style of a … Read more

Australia dumps plan for fines for social media giants enabling misinformation By Reuters

SYDNEY (Reuters) – Australia’s government said on Sunday it had dropped plans to fine internet platforms up to 5% of their global revenue for failing to prevent the spread of misinformation online. The bill was part of a wide-ranging regulatory crackdown by Australia, where leaders have complained that foreign-domiciled tech platforms are overriding the country’s … Read more

44 Best Advent Calendars 2024: Our Top Picks for a Holiday Countdown

Best unique Advent calendars Godiva 2024 Holiday Classic Chocolate Advent Calendar Godiva is a classic when it comes to high-end chocolate and their 24-day Advent calendar is no different. Each day, a new piece of silky smooth chocolate is revealed, either milk, dark or white. And you’ll find some of Godiva’s renowned specialty chocolates inside … Read more

CNN host tells Democrats that party is dominated by ‘elites’ who risk ‘groupthink’

CNN host Abby Phillip called on the Democratic Party to reject “groupthink” and allow for viewpoints to be heard, especially in news media and in elite circles like the Ivy League.  “You can create interesting content that is not safe,” Phillip said in a panel at Harvard Kennedy School, first noted by Mediaite. “We’ve had … Read more