Carbon credit financing is emerging as an important source of funding for clean cooking across Africa. For families like Mary Kavutha’s in Nairobi, the change is already making a difference. She once relied on charcoal to prepare meals for her two children. Now, she uses an induction cooker powered by electricity. Kavutha says she can… Continue reading Carbon Credit Financing Expands Clean Cooking in Africa
A man has been arrested on suspicion of murder after a man and a woman were found dead inside a house in Blackburn, Lancashire. Lancashire Police said officers discovered the two bodies at a property on Hardman Street at about 08:20 BST. Both victims were pronounced dead at the scene. Their identities have not been… Continue reading Blackburn Murder Arrest After Two People Found Dead
French billionaire Olivier Bouygues appeared in court in Orléans on Monday. He faces charges over alleged illegal hunting. The case involves protected bird species on his private estate in Sologne. Bouygues is standing trial with five other defendants. The court expects the proceedings to last two days. The case has attracted major attention in France.… Continue reading Olivier Bouygues Trial Opens Over Illegal Hunting Claims
The Miami Amazon cargo plane crash killed at least five people after an Amazon Prime Air freighter overran a runway at Miami International Airport on Sunday. Prime Air Flight 7598 crossed the end of a diagonal runway shortly before 2 p.m. local time. The Boeing 767-300 then struck several vehicles near the airport before coming… Continue reading Miami Amazon Cargo Plane Crash Kills Five
An Israeli airstrike killed a man and his 8-year-old daughter in the Gaza Strip on Sunday, according to health officials. The attack also wounded six other people, adding to the civilian casualties reported in the territory. Mohamed Abu Selmia, the head of Al Shifa Hospital, said the strike hit a vehicle in western Gaza City.… Continue reading Israeli Strike Gaza Kills Father and 8-Year-Old Daughter
Nepal’s flood disaster has created an “unprecedented” challenge for rescue teams searching for workers trapped inside Himalayan hydropower tunnels. Australian rescue expert Arnold Dix said multiple operations are now taking place in different locations. Each site presents its own dangers and uncertainty. The disaster began after a glacial and mountain collapse along the China-Nepal border… Continue reading Nepal Tunnel Rescue Faces an ‘Unprecedented’ Challenge
A new tick-borne virus has been identified by scientists in China after researchers investigated patients suffering from unexplained fever and flu-like symptoms. The virus, named Asian longhorned tick nairovirus (ALTNV), belongs to the orthonairovirus genus. Researchers identified it through genetic sequencing after routine testing failed to explain some illnesses among patients with a history of… Continue reading New Tick-Borne Virus Causes Flu-Like Illness
Hurtigruten has unveiled a new 2027 Norway cruise offer, giving travellers the chance to explore the country’s famous coastline throughout the year at a reduced price. The Norwegian coastal voyage operator is offering at least 15% off selected 2027 fly cruises. The promotion covers selected Signature and Original Voyages booked between now and November 9,… Continue reading 2027 Norway Cruise Offer: Hurtigruten Reveals New Deal
Oil prices continued to rise on Monday as fresh attacks by the United States and Iran on vessels increased fears of a prolonged supply disruption. Brent crude futures rose 52 cents, or 0.54%, to $96.80 a barrel by 2354 GMT. US West Texas Intermediate crude gained 66 cents, or 0.72%, to $92.14 a barrel. The… Continue reading Oil Prices Rise After US and Iran Strike Ships
The Mummy Sequel Begins Production The Mummy sequel has reached a major milestone as Brendan Fraser prepares to return as legendary adventurer Rick O’Connell. Fraser revealed that filming would begin on Monday, September 7, marking his first return to the role since 2008’s The Mummy: Tomb of the Dragon Emperor. The announcement gives fans their… Continue reading The Mummy Sequel Begins Filming With Brendan Fraser
