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Trump administration moves to cut protections for endangered species
Brett Hartl, the government affairs director at the Center for Biological Diversity, said the move "stabs at the very heart of the Endangered Species Act by giving federal approval to the killing of some of America’s most beloved wildlife."
California restores 67 acres farmland into wetlands & grasslands; restored landscape opens Sept 20
California is restoring 67 acres of former agricultural land at Ensen Community Park in Salinas into wetlands, grasslands and wildlife habitat. The project has reshaped more than 172,000 cubic yards of soil and includes 6,000 native plants, 100 trees, 1.7 miles of trails and three bridges. The restored landscape will open to the public on September 20.
Victorian police officer charged after allegedly punching and kicking handcuffed teenager during arrest
Detective senior constable is due to face court in Ballarat next month on common assault chargeGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastA Victorian detective allegedly punched and kicked a teenager multiple times while they were handcuffed and compliant during an arrest last year, the state’s corruption watchdog says.The independent broad-based anti-corruption commission (Ibac) s...
French PM vows to cut public spending by €54 billion to reduce deficit
Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu said on Thursday that France will cut public spending by €54 billion next year to reduce the country's deficit. The announcement comes seven months ahead of the country's presidential election, and the government is wary of a new wave of demonstrations with a jump in global oil prices sparking concerns over the rising cost of living.
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Eurovision 2027: Ireland follows Netherlands in boycott of song contest for second year in a row
Ireland has ruled itself out of next year's competition over the "appalling and ongoing loss of lives in Gaza". This follows the announcement from Dutch broadcaster AvroTros, who are boycotting next year's show as it is no longer consistent with "trustworthiness, independence and humanity".
Japan raises interest rate to new 31-year high to curb rising prices
Central banks around the world have hiked rates as high energy prices are pushing up inflation.
Missile-shaped signs and Netanyahu masks as Israelis rally to protect October vote
Dozens of Israelis demonstrated outside the Knesset in West Jerusalem on 17 September, accusing political leaders of using regional tensions to interfere with the 27 October parliamentary election.
Japan raises interest rates to 31-year high to curb impact of rising prices
Increase from 1% to 1.25% follows US Federal Reserve and European Central Bank tightening monetary policyBusiness live – latest updatesJapan’s central bank has increased interest rates to a fresh 31-year high as it attempts to combat high global inflation linked to the war in Iran.The Bank of Japan voted to raise its target interest rate from 1% to 1.25%, the highest level since 1995. Continue rea...
3 students killed in Philippine school shooting, including gunman
Three students were killed in a school shooting in the southern Philippines on Friday, including a 16-year-old suspected gunman who turned the gun on himself, provincial officials said. Eight others were injured, with four in critical condition. All the victims – students at Banga National High School – were aged 14 to 17, said Albert Palencia, mayor of Banga town in South Cotabato, where the sho...
At least 1 dead, 4 injured in Philippine high school shooting
At least one person was killed and four were injured in a shooting at a high school in the southern Philippines on Friday, a provincial governor said. The incident took place at Banga National High School in South Cotabato, Governor Reynaldo Tamayo said. Philippine police confirmed the shooting. “We have injuries. Not just one but we are verifying more details,” Police Chief Ma...
Philippine police report injuries at high school shooting
Philippine police confirmed a shooting at a high school in the southern Philippines on Friday, with injuries reported. “We have injuries. Not just one but we are verifying more details,” Police Chief Master Sergeant Reggie Faderon said. More to follow …
Protesters target OpenAI and Anthropic in San Francisco over AI safety fears
Protesters in San Francisco urged OpenAI and Anthropic to pause powerful AI, calling for global rules and an AI emergency amid safety and climate fears.
Fatal shark attack suspected near Australian city beach
Emergency services are responding to a suspected fatal shark attack off a beach in the Australian west coast city of Perth
From US Fed rates to China’s global export share: 4 figures shaping markets
The US Federal Reserve raised its benchmark interest rate by a quarter of a percentage point this week, followed by the Hong Kong Monetary Authority and the Bank of Japan, while the 10-year US Treasury yield fell back below 5 per cent. Here are some of the figures that have drawn the most market attention this week. Fed raises interest rates for first time since 2023 The US Federal Open Market Com...
New species of wild cat identified in Bolivia - first for more than 100 years
A previously unknown species of wild cat has been identified in South America.
Australia news live: Swimmer dies after shark attack at Perth beach; Victoria police officer charged with assault after allegedly punching and kicking handcuffed teen
Follow the day’s news liveGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastAustralia needs to slow down its artificial intelligence use and create better security laws, the companies creating the technology have told the federal government.In a submission to an ongoing inquiry, OpenAI said national leaders had a responsibility to work with other countries to stop global security threats:...
Taiwanese students turn oyster shells and coral waste into 3D-printed reef structures
Taiwanese students developed Reefvive, using oyster shells and coral gravel for 3D-printed reef bases. These structures provide a stable foundation for coral fragments to grow. Underwater trials showed a perfect survival rate for all attached coral fragments. Marine creatures quickly inhabited the new reef structures, demonstrating their effectiveness. The project aims to make coral restoration mo...
Senior HSBC bankers face double blow as school-fee subsidy cut adds to job risks: sources
Senior bankers at HSBC are facing a double blow of losing a key employment benefit while also confronting potential job losses as the lender carries out a range of measures to cut costs and achieve fair treatment for all staff, according to sources. HSBC, the biggest lender in Hong Kong, will scrap an education subsidy programme for all newly hired or newly promoted senior executives from Friday, ...
‘Outrageous lies’: How Israeli voters are shrugging off Western sanctions
New sanctions highlight Israel's isolation, yet analysts say they won't sway voters before October's elections.
In Yemen, war at home and in the region drives up prices
Families in Sanaa brace for higher food and transport costs after first fuel price increase in four years.
Nigerian police probe death in custody of 37 illegal mining suspects
Officials blame disease outbreak for deaths as survivor suggests they suffocated.
‘Outright racist’ Daniel Thomas will face full force of law over any crimes, says home secretary
Shabana Mahmood says she wants to distinguish between far-right extremism and legitimate local concerns over asylum sitesShabana Mahmood has described the anti-asylum activist Daniel Thomas as “a far-right and outright racist” who will feel “the full force of the law” if his organisation commits crimes near contested asylum sites such as Piddington.In an interview with the Guardian, the home secre...
Energy crunch and inflationary fears loom over EU finance talks
Hello, this is Mared Gwyn holding the newsletter pen in Brussels. This morning: Eurozone finance ministers gather amid mounting economic pressures, and EU ambassadors make another push to break the Russia sanctions deadlock.
Woman buys old piano for $25, finds hidden Babe Ruth card that sells for $130,053 27 years later
In 1992, Ellen Kelly bought her aunt’s old piano in Maryland for $25. While repairing a stuck pedal, a friend found 112 baseball cards hidden inside it, including a 1916 Babe Ruth rookie card. Kelly kept the discovery quiet for 27 years before selling the card at auction for $130,053, far above its estimate.
US approves $24.3 billion sale of 48 F-35 warplanes to Saudi Arabia
The United States on Thursday said it had approved a $24.3 billion sale of 48 F-35 stealth warplanes to Saudi Arabia. Israel has previously voiced concerns about Riyadh buying F-35s, despite a push to normalise relations.
Before the skyscrapers: Dubai’s oldest building, Al Fahidi Fort, set to reopen with new museum
After a five-year closure for an extensive restoration project, the historic Al Fahidi Fort in Old Dubai will welcome back visitors in the ‘coming weeks or months’.
Vanuatu ends search for 37 people missing in ferry sinking
Authorities have called off the search for survivors after a ferry sank off Vanuatu, leaving 39 people presumed dead