Morocco is experimenting with permeable 'sponge' pavement in Marrakech and Agadir, aiming to reduce urban heat islands, improve drainage, and filter pollutants through evaporation-based cooling, as part of its 'Marrakech Sustainable City' program.
A White House report identifies over 40 countries, including Mexico, Panama, and Colombia, as high-risk for facilitating China's evasion of US tariffs through illegal transshipment practices.
The AK Party's 25-year tenure in Turkey, marked by stability and democratic resilience, has positioned it as a global leader in democracy, technological innovation, and geopolitical influence, driven by its 'capacity for political translation' and unwavering commitment to justice and human rights.
US annualized inflation dipped to 3.4% in July as energy prices moderated slightly, though consumer costs remain elevated above prewar levels amid ongoing conflict with Iran and a weakening labor market.
Malaysian officials Redzuan Abd Rahman and Mohamad Termizi HJ Piee stated that economic ties between Malaysia and South Korea have entered a new phase, offering vast opportunities for South Korean companies to use Malaysia as a gateway to ASEAN.
Stalled diplomacy in the Middle East leaves Europe facing rising energy costs and inflation, as Iran rules out direct U.S. talks, Israel rejects a Gaza plan, and shipping blockades continue.
Indian high jumper Basant Kumar Meghwal won a historic silver medal at the World Athletics U20 Championships in Eugene, Oregon, clearing a personal-best 2.21m. Fellow Indian athlete Shahnavaz secured bronze in the long jump.
IN-SPACe has issued an expression of interest inviting Indian entities to operate and manage Isro's new Small Satellite Launch Complex at Kulasekarapattinam in Tamil Nadu, advancing private sector involvement in India's space program.
Chevron offers a high probability of profit and strong free cash flow, making put selling an attractive strategy despite California regulatory risks and Gulf conflict market impacts.
Extreme heat, drought, and wildfires across Europe are causing widespread crop failures, threatening reduced food production and pushing up prices for staples like olive oil, grains, and vegetables.
JPMorgan CEO Jamie Dimon warned that financial market leverage is at record highs, cautioning that hidden borrowing could amplify disruptions. He also noted that structural demands could reignite inflation, while distinguishing current conditions from 2008.
Lufthansa chiude il secondo trimestre con un utile operativo di 383 milioni di euro, in calo del 56% a causa dell'aumento dei costi del carburante. Il fatturato sale a 11,1 miliardi e la compagnia taglia le previsioni Ebit 2026.
Per contrastare il caro carburante e le incertezze, Lufthansa accelera la razionalizzazione eliminando i voli di Lufthansa CityLine, dismettendo 23 aeromobili Canadair CR-9 e ritirando anticipatamente velivoli a lungo raggio, rivedendo l'EBIT rettificato tra 1,7 e 2,2 miliardi di euro.
Luglio si è concluso con la quarta ondata di caldo in Italia, con temperature oltre i 40°C nel Centro Nord a causa di masse d'aria sahariane. Agosto prevede una prima metà ancora calda e una seconda più piovosa, con attenzione a possibili fenomeni meteorologici estremi.
L'Italia è al culmine della quarta ondata di calore estiva, con temperature oltre i 40°C in alcune aree e picchi tra 37°C e 39°C. Non è prevista tregua per almeno una settimana, e il 3 agosto 25 città saranno in allerta rossa del Ministero della Salute.
The US economy grew by 1.5% in Q2 2026, a slowdown from Q1, as rising imports offset consumer spending. Inflation, measured by the PCE price index, eased slightly to 3.7% but remains above the Fed's 2% target. The Federal Reserve kept interest rates unchanged, though some officials dissented, citing persistent high inflation exacerbated by the Middle East war.
UK petrol prices have reached 160p per litre, their highest point since the Iran war began, as the conflict continues to disrupt oil supplies and drive up wholesale costs. Diesel prices are also rising, with experts predicting further increases, despite a government scheme and postponed fuel duty.
The Federal Reserve maintained its benchmark interest rate between 3.5% and 3.75% but signaled potential future hikes if inflation persists above the 2% goal, citing elevated prices despite recent moderations in oil and gas costs.
Moonshot's Beijing-based start-up introduces the Kimi Ambassador Program, targeting passionate users to build communities and drive AI adoption, offering perks like early access to Kimi models and API credits.
Oil prices surged to $100 per barrel following renewed US and Iranian attacks in the Gulf and Houthi rebel strikes on Saudi oil tankers in the Red Sea. This escalation threatens key shipping routes like Bab el-Mandeb, potentially doubling the blow to global energy markets after the Strait of Hormuz crisis and leading to higher consumer fuel costs worldwide.
Active-duty U.S. military chaplains report fears of unconstitutional retaliation and professional repercussions under Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, who is allegedly evaluating their ideological alignment with his Christian views. Hegseth has overhauled the Chaplain Corps, diminishing ranks, narrowing recognized faiths, and discarding "Spiritual Fitness" guides.
LG Electronics is launching a new 'Creator Original' picture mode for its 2026 OLED evo W6, G6, and C6 series TVs. This setting offers film and TV studios more precise control over picture parameters like shadow detail, color balance, and motion handling, going beyond the capabilities of 'Filmmaker Mode'.
Beijing has eased refined fuel export restrictions due to high global oil prices and ample reserves, but introduced compliance requirements for refiners to maintain inventory levels, a cautious move influenced by the collapse of the interim US-Iran truce.
Analysts warn of renewed inflation fears driven by escalating US-Iran tensions in the Middle East, which keep oil prices high. BlackRock estimates a 0.8 percentage point increase to global inflation, particularly affecting energy-reliant regions like Europe and Asia. This environment reinforces the Federal Reserve's hawkish stance, prompting calls for diversified portfolios.
