Food Inflation: a Key Challenge To Sustain the Achievements of Latin America and the Caribbean
Just a few years ago, at the height of the COVID-19 pandemic, millions of families in Latin America and the Caribbean did not know whether they would have enough food…
Trump calls Field Marshal Munir’s praise ‘an honour’
COAS Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir and US President Donald Trump in this collage. — ISPR/ReutersCOAS says Trump prevented war, saved countless lives.Trump says conflict would have been far worse…
From Reforestation to Low-Emission Food, Climate Action Starts with Seeds
NEW YORK, September 30 (IPS) – When you think of climate action, images of wind farms, solar panels, bicycles or electric vehicles may come to mind. Perhaps lush forests or…
Spotify founder Daniel Ek steps down as CEO, sending shares lower
Spotify founder and CEO Daniel Ek poses for a photo in Stockholm, Sweden. 18 June 2009. Spotify announced on Tuesday that founder Daniel Ek is stepping down as CEO to…
Which countries in Europe already have a digital ID cards?
UK government imposes plans for mandatory digital ID The United Kingdom last week announced a mandatory digital ID system, dubbed the ‘Brit Card,’ for all UK residents by 2029. The…
European imports of Russian shipped gas send €8.10bn to Moscow’s coffers – report
Anis Belghoul The Kremlin reaped around €8.10bn in tax revenues from European energy companies importing Russian liquefied natural gas (LNG) between 2022 and 2024, according to new research published on…
Ukraine begins sharing drone expertise with Denmark deployment, Zelenskyy says
Ukrainian servicemen prepare a Kazkhan drone that delivers supply and carry heavy bombs on the front line near Chasiv Yar, 15 May, 2025 The Ukrainian military is sharing its expertise…
South Africa’s ambassador to France found dead outside Paris hotel
FILE: Paris’ ring and the Palais des Congres, right, at the Porte Maillot are pictured in Paris, Tuesday, July 11, 2023. South Africa’s ambassador to France was found dead outside…
Menorca’s autumn light: where culture meets calm
© When summer eases into autumn, Menorca shifts pace. The sun softens, heritage sites glow with golden light, and the island reveals a gentler rhythm. Autumn in Menorca is an…
‘Rain Dogs’ turns 40: Celebrating Tom Waits’ greatest album – and his unparalleled discography
Tom Waits ‘Rain Dogs’ turns 40 I was eight years old when I experienced my first Tom Waits song. It was like nothing I’d ever heard before. Granted, at the…