New York set to become latest U.S. city to ban foie gras
New York City, often viewed as the fine dining capital of America, was poised on Wednesday to become the latest U.S. city to ban the...
Former Exxon CEO Tillerson denies misleading investors in climate case
Former Exxon Mobil Corp Chief Executive Officer Rex Tillerson on Wednesday denied misleading investors about how the oil major measured potential costs of climate change,...
One person in hospital after reported central London chemical spillage
Emergency services cordoned off part of one of London’s busiest shopping streets on Wednesday after reports of a chemical spillage that led to one person...
U.N. seeks new host for climate talks after Chile withdraws
The United Nations is seeking a new host for this year’s round of climate talks in December after Chile withdrew as raging street protests grip...
Canada opposition party demands quick action from PM Trudeau’s minority government
A small Canadian opposition party which could help keep the new minority government of Prime Minister Justin Trudeau in power on Wednesday demanded quick action...
PM Orban says joining TurkStream gas pipeline ‘the sooner the better’ for Hungary
Joining the TurkStream gas pipeline is a priority for Hungary, as it would open up an alternative supply route for Russian gas, Hungarian Prime Minister...
UAE withdraws its troops from Aden, hands control to Saudi Arabia
The United Arab Emirates said on Wednesday that its troops have left Yemen’s southern port of Aden and returned home, handing over control to Saudi...
No country immune to risk of African swine fever spreading: OIE
African swine fever will spread further across Asia where it has devastated herds, and no country is immune from being hit by the deadly animal...
U.S. NHC says 70% chance of cyclone formation near Azores
A low pressure system located several hundred miles west of the westernmost Azores has a 70% chance of becoming a cyclone in the next 48...
Volkswagen brings first electric cars to Rwanda
Volkswagen has introduced its electric car, the eGolf, to Rwanda for use in its ride-hailing service which is already in operation. The eGolf will be...