Solar Power Surpasses Coal in US Energy Production
In May, solar energy accounted for 12.8% of the US electricity generation, a milestone in the country's energy landscape. This shift occurred despite efforts by
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Cautiously Optimistic About Tech-Driven Markets
Jeff Li, Global Equity CIO at E Fund HK, shared his insights on the sidelines of „Bloomberg Invest Hong Kong„on June 10th, 2026. He discussed the current market
Seattle Imposes One-Year Ban on New AI Data Centres
Seattle, the home city of tech giants Amazon and Microsoft, has enacted a year-long moratorium on new data centres for artificial intelligence.
Record Heat Pushes Global Warming to 1.39C
Top scientists warned on Thursday that the planet is experiencing intensifying heating and deteriorating climate indicators. Human-driven warming has reached 1.
Strait of Hormuz Standoff Shifts Energy Security Debate
The strategic Strait of Hormuz has been a focal point of global energy security for decades, with Iran holding significant influence over the waterway. Tensions
Trump's Plan to Axe Ocean Monitoring System Sparks Fears of Global Blind Spot
The Trump administration's proposal to dismantle the US ocean monitoring system has sent shockwaves through the scientific community. The system, which has been
Albania Protests Against Kushner-Linked Luxury Resort
Protests have erupted in Albania for the fourth consecutive day against a luxury resort linked to Jared Kushner, US President Donald Trump's son-in-law. The dem
Israeli Forces Accused of Shielding Settlers During Palestinian Attacks
The United Nations has released a report accusing Israeli security forces of routinely accompanying settlers and protecting them during violent attacks on Pales
Carbon Pricing Goes Global
The EU is set to enforce its carbon pricing on imports from early 2026, extending its domestic climate policies beyond its borders. The move targets key product
Extreme Heat in Europe Highlights Urgency of Climate Action, Says UN Chief
Thirteen departments in France were placed under an orange alert for extreme heat on Wednesday, with temperatures soaring to 39°C in some areas. Paris is expect
BHP Scraps Pilbara Plant Plan, Emissions Reduction Missed
BHP cancelled plans to build an iron ore processing plant in Pilbara, Western Australia. The project would have produced high-grade iron ore, reducing customers
BHP Climate Plans Dropped
BHP, the world's largest miner, has scrapped key climate projects, according to leaked internal documents obtained by investigators. The documents reveal that t