California becomes first US state to set efficiency rules for replacement tires

California becomes first US state to set efficiency rules for replacement tires

The Guardian

Regulations that would block sale of older tires praised by environmental groups amid rightwing backlashCalifornia has become the first state in the nation to mandate that replacement tires be energy efficient, a major auto industry regulation set to block the sale of older tires and make vehicles on the road greener.State regulators have said the new rules will reduce emissions and drivers’ fuel ...

Australia politics live: impassioned Lambie accuses Labor of ‘callous disregard’ for veterans’ health; Steggall urges action on domestic violence deaths

Australia politics live: impassioned Lambie accuses Labor of ‘callous disregard’ for veterans’ health; Steggall urges action on domestic violence deaths

The Guardian

Zali Steggall uses parliament motion to draw attention to national crisis. Follow today’s news liveGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcast‘Outrageous’: Greens leader says sending Israeli ambassador home should be on the tableGreens leader Larissa Waters says strong words are not enough, and the government should sanction the state of Israel after its defence force decided not t...

Iran mocks Trump’s ‘economic warfare’ threat as more ‘failed policies’

Iran mocks Trump’s ‘economic warfare’ threat as more ‘failed policies’

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Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi on Thursday dismissed US President Donald Trump’s economic punishment plan for Tehran as a continuation of “failed policies”, which he said would bring Washington “further defeat”. “The so-called Economic D-Day is a diversion from America’s own crisis: unprecedented debt & surging interest costs. Doubling down on failed policies will only bring further defeat...

Trump warns of punishment for any country that supports Iran: ‘economic warfare’

Trump warns of punishment for any country that supports Iran: ‘economic warfare’

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⁠US ⁠President ⁠Donald Trump on Wednesday warned of economic consequences against any ‌country that supported Tehran or provided “any type of lifeline to Iran”. “Today, I am announcing the MOST CRUSHING ECONOMIC OPERATION EVER TAKEN AGAINST ANY COUNTRY! This will be Economic Warfare and Isolation on an unprecedented scale,” he wrote on social media. “ANY country that allows its financial ⁠institut...

Middle East live: Israel warns Turkey against ‘dangerous adventures’ in Syria

Middle East live: Israel warns Turkey against ‘dangerous adventures’ in Syria

France 24

Israel’s defence minister on Thursday said Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan was “dragging Turkey into dangerous adventures in Syria”, after the Israeli military bombed an air base in Syria earlier this week. Netanyahu previously claimed Turkey was looking to establish military presence in Syria. Follow our live blog for the latest updates.

Middle East live: Turkey denies military presence at Syrian air base bombed by Israel

Middle East live: Turkey denies military presence at Syrian air base bombed by Israel

France 24

Turkey’s defence ministry on Thursday said none of its troops were present at an air base in north Syria that was hit by Israeli air strikes earlier this week. Netanyahu previously claimed Turkey was looking to establish a military presence there and his defence minister Israel Katz warned Turkey not to get involved in "dangerous adventures" in Syria. Follow our live blog for the latest updates.

Middle East live: Trump threatens economic punishment on 'any country' helping Iran

Middle East live: Trump threatens economic punishment on 'any country' helping Iran

France 24

⁠US President ​Donald Trump on Wednesday ​warned of economic consequences against any country that ​supported ‌Tehran or ⁠provided "any type of lifeline ‌to Iran." He ​did not specify ​what specific ​steps Washington would take against such ​a country and did not list any country by name. Follow our liveblog for the latest updates.

Chinese national charged with voter fraud during 2024 US presidential election

Chinese national charged with voter fraud during 2024 US presidential election

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A Chinese national was charged in the United States on Wednesday with committing voter fraud during the 2024 presidential election for allegedly impersonating a fellow countryman and later submitting anonymous tips about him to immigration authorities. Yupeng Sun, a Massachusetts resident, was arrested this week for allegedly submitting a fraudulent voter registration and ballot under the name of ...

Young vapers ‘at risk of breathing problems and becoming smokers’

Young vapers ‘at risk of breathing problems and becoming smokers’

The Guardian

Review by paediatricians links child vaping with poor respiratory health such as coughing, wheezing and asthmaYoung people who start vaping risk developing breathing problems and going on to smoke cigarettes, children’s doctors have warned.Child vaping is consistently linked with poor respiratory health, such as coughing, wheezing, bronchitis symptoms and asthma exacerbations, while vapes have bee...

Australia politics live: ‘outraged’ Wong to call in Israel ambassador over handling of Frankcom killing; Victoria to launch construction royal commission

Australia politics live: ‘outraged’ Wong to call in Israel ambassador over handling of Frankcom killing; Victoria to launch construction royal commission

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Foreign affairs minister says timing of IDF decision not to pursue criminal investigation was ‘especially insulting’. Follow today’s news liveGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcast‘Outrageous’: Greens leader says sending Israeli ambassador home should be on the tableGreens leader Larissa Waters says strong words are not enough, and the government should sanction the state of I...

Republicans reportedly fear datacenter backlash could cost them Ohio Senate seat – US politics live

Republicans reportedly fear datacenter backlash could cost them Ohio Senate seat – US politics live

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Jon Husted campaign reportedly concerned that rival Sherrod Brown successfully channelling outrage over energy-guzzling facilitiesSign up for the US Breaking News emailThose unfamiliar with Alaska politics are likely raising an eyebrow at some repeated names.No, we’re not talking about Dan S Sullivan and Dan J Sullivan, two Republicans with the same name running for US Senate – an issue that went ...

Prince Harry and Meghan to move back to UK six years after royal exit

Prince Harry and Meghan to move back to UK six years after royal exit

France 24

Prince Harry and his wife Meghan plan to move back to Britain six years after stepping down as working royals, British media reported on Wednesday. The couple are expected to leave the United States by month-end and live outside London, while their two children have reportedly enrolled in a British school.

Zomi Frankcom: Penny Wong condemns ‘insulting’ decision to clear IDF over Gaza strikes that killed Australian aid worker

Zomi Frankcom: Penny Wong condemns ‘insulting’ decision to clear IDF over Gaza strikes that killed Australian aid worker

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Foreign minister says Australia is ‘outraged’ after Israeli government decided not to pursue criminal proceedings over 2024 triple drone strike on humanitarian convoyFollow our Australia news live blog for latest updatesGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastAustralia’s foreign affairs minister has expressed “outrage” and will call in the Israeli ambassador over the IDF decisio...

Maine’s Millinocket lost more than jobs after 2008 mill closure; locals now hope for revival

Maine’s Millinocket lost more than jobs after 2008 mill closure; locals now hope for revival

Times of India

Millinocket, Maine, once thrived around Great Northern Paper Company, but the mill’s 2008 closure transformed the community. In Peter Santenello’s exploration, longtime residents recall lost jobs, stability and a shared way of life, while local businesses and tourism offer hope. As the town seeks new industry, its resilient residents remain determined to rebuild.

South Korean container ship will test Arctic route to Europe amid Western concern

South Korean container ship will test Arctic route to Europe amid Western concern

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South Korea will flag off ⁠on Saturday a container ship bound for Europe via the Arctic, testing whether a route opened by melting sea ice can be commercially viable, but risking friction with Western allies, as the voyage requires Russian cooperation. If successful, the trip would be South Korea’s first such commercial voyage to Europe via the Arctic, placing it with China and Russia among the fe...