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#international-cooperation

How governors are leading the global fight against climate change and deforestation

Local and state leaders are driving significant climate action outside official U.N. negotiations.

Wine

Mediterranean producers unite in the face of dire adversity

The Mediterranean Wine Symposium emphasized regional cooperation and highlighted the pressing issue of climate change affecting Mediterranean wine producers.

Trump officials bar US climate team from global talks

The U.S. has blocked its participation in vital UN climate assessments, significantly impacting international climate efforts.

Arctic researchers need to find ways to keep working together

The Arctic is warming rapidly, leading to severe global climate implications if greenhouse-gas emissions are not reduced.

Do look up: how science and international cooperation closed the ozone hole

The discovery of ozone depletion spurred rapid global action, leading to the Montreal Protocol as a landmark in international science-diplomacy.

European startups

Africa has a new space agency: here's what it will do

Africa's first continent-wide space agency, AfSA, aims to improve satellite communication and address climate change despite funding and staffing challenges.

SF politics

fromFast Company

How governors are leading the global fight against climate change and deforestation

Local and state leaders are driving significant climate action outside official U.N. negotiations.

Wine

Mediterranean producers unite in the face of dire adversity

The Mediterranean Wine Symposium emphasized regional cooperation and highlighted the pressing issue of climate change affecting Mediterranean wine producers.

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Arrests made after huge HMRC scam campaign hit 100,000 accounts

These arrests show we work across borders with our international partners to combat tax crime in all its forms. We have a number of live criminal investigations, and we are grateful to our Romanian partners for their support.

Privacy professionals

Why NASA, ESA and others want to fly to the moon again DW 06/08/2025

The Artemis program signals a renewed international interest in lunar exploration, with both NASA and China establishing bases for scientific purposes.

Europe news

ESA feeling weightless and unwanted amid proposed NASA cuts

fromBig Think

World politics

Brian Cox: Why Earth's orbit is the new Wild West and what that means for us all

US politics

NASA cuts: ESA in talks about the 'full repercussions' DW 05/06/2025

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4 weeks ago

Startup companies

Astronauts from India, Poland, and Hungary blast off on a private SpaceX Falcon flight to the International Space Station

Science

50 years since astro and cosmonauts shook hands in space

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Why NASA, ESA and others want to fly to the moon again DW 06/08/2025

The Artemis program signals a renewed international interest in lunar exploration, with both NASA and China establishing bases for scientific purposes.

Europe news

ESA feeling weightless and unwanted amid proposed NASA cuts

fromBig Think

World politics

Brian Cox: Why Earth's orbit is the new Wild West and what that means for us all

US politics

NASA cuts: ESA in talks about the 'full repercussions' DW 05/06/2025

fromFortune

4 weeks ago

Startup companies

Astronauts from India, Poland, and Hungary blast off on a private SpaceX Falcon flight to the International Space Station

Science

50 years since astro and cosmonauts shook hands in space

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#asylum-seekers

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UK politics

UK will look into more transactional' approach to granting visas, says Starmer

UK politics

French authorities wave on dozens of migrants to cross the English Channel - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

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UK politics

UK will look into more transactional' approach to granting visas, says Starmer

UK politics

French authorities wave on dozens of migrants to cross the English Channel - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

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White House hosts West African leaders to discuss trade and development

During the lunch, Trump said they hail from very vibrant places with very valuable land, great minerals, great oil deposits and wonderful people.

US politics

#uk-france-relations

UK news

Now Brexit is behind us': what's at stake as Macron makes state visit to the UK?

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UK news

New 'entente amicale' lauded on first day of French President's UK state visit

UK news

Now Brexit is behind us': what's at stake as Macron makes state visit to the UK?

fromThe Local France

UK news

New 'entente amicale' lauded on first day of French President's UK state visit

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#investigations

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UK news

Sophie Toscan du Plantier cold-case review is 'going well' as it nears three-year mark, says senior garda

Public health

Harold Hill paedophile sparks Australian child sex abuse investigation

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UK news

Sophie Toscan du Plantier cold-case review is 'going well' as it nears three-year mark, says senior garda

Public health

Harold Hill paedophile sparks Australian child sex abuse investigation

more#investigations

#research-funding

fromwww.scientificamerican.com

Science Isn't about Domination. It's about Democracy

The Trump administration's approach to science undermines U.S. strength, diplomacy, and democratic values.

fromwww.thelocal.fr

France news

'Science refugees': French university welcomes first US researchers

fromwww.scientificamerican.com

Science Isn't about Domination. It's about Democracy

The Trump administration's approach to science undermines U.S. strength, diplomacy, and democratic values.

fromwww.thelocal.fr

France news

'Science refugees': French university welcomes first US researchers

more#research-funding

4 weeks ago

How did Spain come to be the only nation holding firm on its aid spending? | Ana Carbajosa

Despite global trends of declining aid, Spain is increasing its support for the global south, committing to ambitious development goals for 2030.

Europe politics

fromNextgov.com

G7 nations commit to advancing AI and quantum

To fully realize the potential of AI for our publics and our partners, we commit to: Work together to accelerate adoption of AI in the public sector to enhance the quality of public services for both citizens and businesses and increase government efficiency while respecting human rights and privacy, as well as promoting transparency, fairness, and accountability.

Artificial intelligence

WHO agrees legally binding pandemic treaty

WHO has agreed on a legally binding treaty to improve global pandemic response and cooperation.

fromThe Washington Post

WHO signs international pandemic response treaty without the United States

The World Health Organization adopted a historic pandemic agreement despite the absence of the United States, emphasizing global cooperation for future health emergencies.

fromtime.com

Public health

History Shows the Danger of Trump and RFK Jr.'s Health Policies

Public health

WHO agrees legally binding pandemic treaty

WHO has agreed on a legally binding treaty to improve global pandemic response and cooperation.

fromThe Washington Post

WHO signs international pandemic response treaty without the United States

The World Health Organization adopted a historic pandemic agreement despite the absence of the United States, emphasizing global cooperation for future health emergencies.

fromtime.com

Public health

History Shows the Danger of Trump and RFK Jr.'s Health Policies

International cops seize Russian crypto exchange Garantex

Garantex cryptocurrency exchange shut down due to links with ransomware and money laundering activities.

UK news

UK crime agency freezes assets of disgraced Sheikh Hasina ally

International cops seize Russian crypto exchange Garantex

Garantex cryptocurrency exchange shut down due to links with ransomware and money laundering activities.

UK news

UK crime agency freezes assets of disgraced Sheikh Hasina ally

more#money-laundering

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Arab League Secretary-General: Severing relations with Israel is not a prudent policy'

The purpose of the meeting was to prepare for the conference on a two-State solution for Israel and Palestine... discussions focused on calling for an end to the killings.

Europe news

Garantex administrator arrested in India under extradition law | TechCrunch

Aleksej Besciokov, co-founder of the Garantex cryptocurrency exchange, was arrested in India under extradition law linked to U.S. allegations of money laundering.

Russian-led cybercrime network dismantled in global operation

Cyber investigators dismantled a major Russian-led malware operation, targeting numerous international suspects linked to significant cyber-crimes.

Privacy professionals

INTERPOL Arrests 306 Suspects, Seizes 1,842 Devices in Cross-Border Cybercrime Bust

Operation Red Card leads to the arrest of 306 suspects across seven African nations, targeting extensive cybercrime operations affecting thousands of victims.

Global operation takes down 'dangerous' malware network DW 05/23/2025

International cooperation successfully disrupted major malware operations, arresting significant suspects involved and seizing millions in cryptocurrency.

fromDatabreaches

Websites selling hacking tools to cybercriminals seized

A coordinated international effort disrupted a cybercriminal syndicate, leading to the seizure of malware crypting services.

Cryptocurrency

U.S. DoJ Seizes 4 Domains Supporting Cybercrime Crypting Services in Global Operation

European startups

fromTechCrunch

Garantex administrator arrested in India under extradition law | TechCrunch

Aleksej Besciokov, co-founder of the Garantex cryptocurrency exchange, was arrested in India under extradition law linked to U.S. allegations of money laundering.

Russian-led cybercrime network dismantled in global operation

Cyber investigators dismantled a major Russian-led malware operation, targeting numerous international suspects linked to significant cyber-crimes.

Privacy professionals

INTERPOL Arrests 306 Suspects, Seizes 1,842 Devices in Cross-Border Cybercrime Bust

Operation Red Card leads to the arrest of 306 suspects across seven African nations, targeting extensive cybercrime operations affecting thousands of victims.

Global operation takes down 'dangerous' malware network DW 05/23/2025

International cooperation successfully disrupted major malware operations, arresting significant suspects involved and seizing millions in cryptocurrency.

fromDatabreaches

Websites selling hacking tools to cybercriminals seized

A coordinated international effort disrupted a cybercriminal syndicate, leading to the seizure of malware crypting services.

Cryptocurrency

U.S. DoJ Seizes 4 Domains Supporting Cybercrime Crypting Services in Global Operation

Germany shuts down major child sexual abuse image platform DW 04/02/2025

The closure of the Kidflix platform marks a significant blow against child pornography, involving extensive international cooperation.

Europe news

European police seize thousands of looted cultural goods DW 05/22/2025

Germany news

Germany shuts down major child sexual abuse image platform DW 04/02/2025

The closure of the Kidflix platform marks a significant blow against child pornography, involving extensive international cooperation.

Europe news

European police seize thousands of looted cultural goods DW 05/22/2025

more#europol

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China to donate $500 million to WHO, stepping into gap left by U.S.

China pledged $500 million to WHO, aiming to replace the U.S. as the top donor and expand its global influence.

Global copper supply projected to fall 30% short of demand by 2035, IEA warns

Demand for copper will exceed supply by 2035, posing challenges for the low-carbon transition.

#pandemic-preparedness

WHO members adopt a 'pandemic agreement' born out of the disjointed global COVID response

WHO member countries approved a historic agreement to enhance pandemic preparedness and ensure equitable distribution of medical supplies.

WHO members adopt landmark pandemic agreement in US absence

The WHO adopted a binding agreement to enhance global pandemic preparedness.

Absence of U.S. participation raises concerns about treaty effectiveness.

WHO members adopt a 'pandemic agreement' born out of the disjointed global COVID response

WHO member countries approved a historic agreement to enhance pandemic preparedness and ensure equitable distribution of medical supplies.

more#pandemic-preparedness

WHO members adopt landmark pandemic agreement in US absence

The WHO adopted a binding agreement to enhance global pandemic preparedness.

Absence of U.S. participation raises concerns about treaty effectiveness.

First global pandemic treaty agreed - without the US

Nations have reached a historic accord to strengthen global preparedness and response to pandemics, marking a significant advancement in global health cooperation.

Public health

World agrees pandemic accord for tackling outbreaks of disease

fromwww.bostonherald.com

Coronavirus

WHO member countries agree on a draft pandemic treaty' to try to avoid COVID-19 mistakes

World politics

For the first time, the U.S. is absent from WHO's annual assembly. What's the impact?

Coronavirus

First global pandemic treaty agreed - without the US

Nations have reached a historic accord to strengthen global preparedness and response to pandemics, marking a significant advancement in global health cooperation.

Public health

World agrees pandemic accord for tackling outbreaks of disease

Global leaders reached a significant pandemic agreement to enhance future health outbreak responses.

The agreement emphasizes the importance of global cooperation and resilience against pandemics.

Coronavirus

fromwww.bostonherald.com

WHO member countries agree on a draft pandemic treaty' to try to avoid COVID-19 mistakes

The World Health Organization has introduced a draft pandemic treaty to enhance global preparedness for future health crises.

For the first time, the U.S. is absent from WHO's annual assembly. What's the impact?

The U.S. absence at the WHO meeting signifies a significant shift in global health leadership.

US news

Honduras Moves to Extradite Man Accused of Killing Iowa Woman

Los Angeles

Accused Guatemalan drug trafficker wanted in US is captured in Mexico

UK news

Brits can be extradited over Tokyo jewellery heist

fromSFGATE

Privacy professionals

Man accused of deadly terrorist attacks in India arrested in Northern California

fromwww.nytimes.com

US news

Honduras Moves to Extradite Man Accused of Killing Iowa Woman

Los Angeles

Accused Guatemalan drug trafficker wanted in US is captured in Mexico

UK news

Brits can be extradited over Tokyo jewellery heist

fromSFGATE

Privacy professionals

Man accused of deadly terrorist attacks in India arrested in Northern California

Roam Research

China and Russia plan to build nuclear power station on moon DW 05/16/2025

China and Russia are jointly developing a nuclear reactor on the moon for a permanent lunar base by 2035.

UK politics

Britain will find common ground' with US on energy policy, says Miliband

UK seeks to collaborate with the US on energy despite climate policy differences, focusing on nuclear power and energy security.

Roam Research

China and Russia plan to build nuclear power station on moon DW 05/16/2025

China and Russia are jointly developing a nuclear reactor on the moon for a permanent lunar base by 2035.

UK politics

Britain will find common ground' with US on energy policy, says Miliband

more#nuclear-power

#ai-safety

Artificial intelligence

fromAxios

Google's Hassabis: Racing for AI could be dangerous

International cooperation is essential for AI governance and safety as the world approaches advanced AI capabilities.

fromWIRED

Artificial intelligence

Singapore's Vision for AI Safety Bridges the US-China Divide

Artificial intelligence

fromAxios

Google's Hassabis: Racing for AI could be dangerous

International cooperation is essential for AI governance and safety as the world approaches advanced AI capabilities.

fromWIRED

Artificial intelligence

Singapore's Vision for AI Safety Bridges the US-China Divide

more#ai-safety

#ireland

Information security

Irish Defence Forces join key EU intelligence pact to protect vital undersea cables

UK politics

Simon Harris does not believe arms being flown through Ireland to Israel

Information security

Irish Defence Forces join key EU intelligence pact to protect vital undersea cables

UK politics

Simon Harris does not believe arms being flown through Ireland to Israel

How the U.S.-China trade war is forcing countries to pick sides

The U.S. trade war drives allies toward China, jeopardizing America's former strategy of rallying partners against Beijing.

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UK claims 90% drop in mail-order cannabis from Thailand

Cooperation between the UK and Thai Customs has reduced cannabis shipments dramatically by 90% in three months.

Renovation

giant luminous sphere emerges from white layered netherlands pavilion at expo 2025 osaka

The Netherlands Pavilion at Expo 2025 emphasizes collaboration, sustainability, and circular principles through its design and programming.

The pavilion showcases the importance of international cooperation in addressing environmental challenges.

#law-enforcement

Information security

fromComputerWeekly.com

A landscape forever altered? The LockBit takedown one year on | Computer Weekly

Operation Cronos disrupted the LockBit ransomware's activities significantly, showcasing international cybersecurity cooperation's impact on mitigating ransomware threats.

Hundreds detained in Turkey's biggest ever drugs raid in Ankara

Turkey conducts largest narcotics operation in history, arresting 525 drug dealers in Ankara.

Information security

fromComputerWeekly.com

A landscape forever altered? The LockBit takedown one year on | Computer Weekly

Operation Cronos disrupted the LockBit ransomware's activities significantly, showcasing international cybersecurity cooperation's impact on mitigating ransomware threats.

Hundreds detained in Turkey's biggest ever drugs raid in Ankara

Turkey conducts largest narcotics operation in history, arresting 525 drug dealers in Ankara.

Central Asia eager to cooperate with the EU 'as a bloc'

Central Asia is recognized as a stable region capable of strategic partnership with Europe.

European startups

fromTechzine Global

ASML CEO concerned about global tensions stifling innovation

International cooperation is essential for innovation in the semiconductor sector amidst rising geopolitical tensions.

#myanmar

Hundreds of Chinese airlifted home after crackdown on Myanmar scam centres

Thailand, China, and Myanmar collaborate to rescue thousands from scam centers.

Victims often lured by false job promises before being trafficked.

UN estimates 120,000 potentially trapped in Myanmar's scam operations.

World news

Video. Man rescued from Myanmar hotel rubble five days after earthquake

US news

Over 7,000 from scam centers in Myanmar are awaiting repatriation after crackdown

Hundreds of Chinese airlifted home after crackdown on Myanmar scam centres

Thailand, China, and Myanmar collaborate to rescue thousands from scam centers.

Victims often lured by false job promises before being trafficked.

UN estimates 120,000 potentially trapped in Myanmar's scam operations.

World news

Video. Man rescued from Myanmar hotel rubble five days after earthquake

US news

Over 7,000 from scam centers in Myanmar are awaiting repatriation after crackdown

more#myanmar

#journalism

UK news

Starmer to call for countries to unite to eradicate vile trade' of people smuggling

UK news

UK to work with allies and social media to tackle people smuggling adverts

UK news

Starmer to call for countries to unite to eradicate vile trade' of people smuggling

UK news

UK to work with allies and social media to tackle people smuggling adverts

Fourth U.S. Soldier Is Found Dead in Lithuania

Four U.S. soldiers drowned in a bog in Lithuania during a training mission, highlighting the dangers of military exercises.

#migration

Costa Rica agrees to take in Asian, Indian deportees from US

Costa Rica is accepting 200 deported migrants from Central Asia and India, reflecting a new U.S. deportation strategy to manage international migrant flows.

UK politics

People-smuggling gangs should be treated like terrorists, Starmer to tell global summit

Keir Starmer calls for treating people smugglers as terrorists to enhance international cooperation in tackling organized migration crime.

fromwww.nytimes.com

NYC politics

Costa Rica to Receive 200 Deported Migrants From U.S.

Costa Rica agrees to take in Asian, Indian deportees from US

Costa Rica is accepting 200 deported migrants from Central Asia and India, reflecting a new U.S. deportation strategy to manage international migrant flows.

UK politics

People-smuggling gangs should be treated like terrorists, Starmer to tell global summit

Keir Starmer calls for treating people smugglers as terrorists to enhance international cooperation in tackling organized migration crime.

fromwww.nytimes.com

NYC politics

Costa Rica to Receive 200 Deported Migrants From U.S.

UK to host 40 countries for illegal migration summit

The UK hosts an international summit to combat illegal migration and people smuggling, aiming for enhanced global cooperation.

#biodiversity

Cop16 countries strike crucial deal on nature despite global tensions

A historic deal reached to fund nature conservation, breaking geopolitical tensions at UN talks.â],

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Week in wildlife: relief for traumatised lions, a shy deer and a stork doing yoga

Cop16 countries strike crucial deal on nature despite global tensions

A historic deal reached to fund nature conservation, breaking geopolitical tensions at UN talks.â],

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Week in wildlife: relief for traumatised lions, a shy deer and a stork doing yoga

more#biodiversity

#geopolitics

Europe politics

UK's Starmer says Europe is at crossroads in history as world leaders discuss ending war in Ukraine

Europe must increase arms spending and self-defense efforts to support Ukraine against Russian aggression.

Are India and EU growing closer as global alliances shift? DW 02/26/2025

Ursula von der Leyen's visit to India aims to strengthen EU-India ties and advance a long-delayed free trade agreement.

World politics

Science diplomacy can help to heal global rifts - if research is respected

Europe politics

UK's Starmer says Europe is at crossroads in history as world leaders discuss ending war in Ukraine

Europe must increase arms spending and self-defense efforts to support Ukraine against Russian aggression.

Are India and EU growing closer as global alliances shift? DW 02/26/2025

Ursula von der Leyen's visit to India aims to strengthen EU-India ties and advance a long-delayed free trade agreement.

Science diplomacy can help to heal global rifts - if research is respected

Science diplomacy is crucial for international cooperation, but its integrity is threatened by political interference.

more#geopolitics

Syria vows to destroy chemical weapons stockpile left by Assad regime

Syria's foreign minister pledges to eliminate remaining chemical weapons, seeking international support for disarmament efforts.

Video. Cobra Gold 2024: Multinational forces unite in military drills

Cobra Gold is a large multinational military exercise focused on amphibious and humanitarian operations.

Germany politics

fromThe Local Germany

German president says Trump team ignoring 'established rules'

European leaders must adapt to the U.S.'s disruptive policy approach and prioritize partnerships and cooperation.

China starts repatriating citizens freed from scam centres in Myanmar

Around 7,000 workers rescued from scam centres await repatriation through collaboration between China, Myanmar, and Thailand.

Russo-Ukrainian War