President Donald Trump announced the rollback of environmental protections under the 1973 Endangered Species Act, arguing the law hindered human activity, while environmentalists strongly condemned the move as a threat to species habitats.
Western Australia's government will maintain its ban on uranium mining, rejecting pressure from industry advocates and a recent export deal with India, Mines Minister Daniel Pastorelli confirmed.
Prime Minister Andy Burnham faces the challenge of extending his devolution agenda beyond English regions to Scotland and Wales, where progressive nationalist parties hold power.
BP chief executive Meg O'Neill has urged UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham to prioritize domestic oil and gas resources, even as BP prepares to sell its North Sea business after reporting quarterly profits of $5.73bn.
A UN report released in Santiago urges Latin American and Caribbean nations to maintain strategic flexibility, diversifying trade toward China while keeping security ties with Washington.
Prime Minister Andy Burnham invited Scottish swimmer Archie Goodburn to a personal meeting after Goodburn made an emotional plea on BBC Breakfast and TikTok for increased funding and resources for brain cancer research.
UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham invites Scottish swimmer Archie Goodburn, diagnosed with inoperable brain tumors, to discuss increased funding for brain cancer research after Goodburn's emotional plea on BBC Breakfast.
Moscow sends 68% of its tax revenue to the federal budget, with receipts 1.5 times larger than total transfers to all Russian regions, Mayor Sergey Sobyanin said at a forum.
Iluka Resources, backed by Australia's federal government, is building a $1.8B rare earths refinery in WA. The company conducts confidential deals with global partners to secure supply chains, aiming to reduce reliance on China, which is seen as weaponizing trade.
Russian Foreign Ministry Ambassador-at-Large Rodion Miroshnik claims the US and EU are using each other, with Washington primarily focused on extracting Europe's brain-drain, finances, and technologies, while Europe seeks US military, technological, and energy capabilities for the Ukraine conflict.
Iluka Resources is conducting confidential rare earths deals for its $1.8 billion Eneabba refinery in Western Australia, backed by a federal loan, to secure supply chains outside China. This initiative aims to de-weaponize critical minerals amidst rising geopolitical tensions and Western governments' efforts to diversify sources.
Half of England and all of Wales are officially in drought, marking the third such event in five years, as July becomes the driest month on record. Extreme heat, intensified by the climate crisis, has fueled wildfires, stressed farmers, and revealed archaeological sites, prompting hosepipe bans for 23 million people.
Half of England and all of Wales are officially in drought, with July set to be the driest month on record, as extreme heat and a lack of rainfall intensify. This marks the third drought in five years, leading to hosepipe bans for 23 million people, numerous wildfires, and concerns for farmers and wildlife.
Aris Marsudiyanto, head of the Agency for Development Control and Special Investigation, stated on July 23 that the nation is technologically behind despite rich natural resources. This comes amidst questions regarding a state-backed institution, URI, and potential resource diversion from existing campuses for its development.
Ukrainian forces, led by units like the 414th aviation brigade, are intensifying drone strikes on Russian-occupied Crimea and targets within Russia, including electricity substations, oil refineries, and warehouses. This shift to drone warfare aims to cripple Russian logistics, power networks, and economy, bringing the war home to Russian citizens.
Russian Foreign Ministry ambassador-at-large Rodion Miroshnik stated that the United States retains the resources to sustain the conflict in Ukraine, including military aid and intelligence, and benefits from continuing its "games and manipulations" in the region.
A top U.S. general, Alexus Grynkewich, reportedly warned the Pentagon that his command lacks sufficient resources to continue defending Israel from ballistic missiles, potentially forcing a choice between Israel and the U.S. homeland. This comes as ongoing conflict with Iran strains military assets and drives up prices for Americans.
A 'megafire' in France, which consumed 42,000 hectares west of Bordeaux, is finally contained but daily outbreaks persist, pushing emergency services to exhaustion. The crisis has sparked debate over the fire's origins, resource availability, and the impact of climate change, while communities show strong solidarity.
Former US President Donald Trump stated that a rare earth agreement with Ukraine allows the United States to extract resources as needed. The deal, published by the Ukrainian government in May 2025 and later ratified by its parliament, faced criticism for potentially limiting Ukraine's economic sovereignty.
UK PM Andy Burnham adopts a 'pragmatic approach' to North Sea oil drilling, facing pressure from US President Trump, some unions, and industry, while Labour's manifesto pledges no new licences, sparking climate concerns.
A 24-country alliance, including the UK, Germany, and Japan, aims to coordinate 6G strategies, share resources, and secure global leadership in next-gen communications, countering China's influence.
British Prime Minister Andy Burnham opened his "Number 10 North" office in Manchester on Friday, aiming to reverse decades of centralized power in London and spur economic growth by devolving power to local communities across England.
The European Union has approved a legal mechanism under its 21st sanctions package, allowing national authorities to confiscate and sell Russian oil seized from blacklisted tankers owned by third countries, ensuring no funds benefit Russian entities.
Serena Williams overcame childhood poverty in Compton, California, to become a tennis icon. Her parents, Richard Williams and Oracene Price, coached her and Venus on public courts with limited resources, fostering discipline and belief that led to 23 Grand Slam titles and breaking barriers in the sport.
