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BHP's Emissions Reduction Stalls

BHP's Emissions Reduction Stalls

May 29, 2026 · Emily Ross

BHP's Western Australian iron ore operations head, Tim Day, faced scrutiny over the company's slow decarbonisation efforts. Day appeared before a parliamentary

Russia's Leader Faces Growing Unease

Russia's Leader Faces Growing Unease

May 29, 2026 · Emily Ross

Vladimir Putin attended the annual Victory Day event in Moscow on May 9, amidst declining approval ratings and rising domestic discontent. Russia's economy is s

Iran Talks Tied to Middle East Peace Deals

Iran Talks Tied to Middle East Peace Deals

May 28, 2026 · David Chen

US President Donald Trump has connected negotiations with Iran to expanding the Abraham Accords, a recent Middle East peace agreement. The US is currently engag

Ecuador's President Vows to Crack Down on Crime

Ecuador's President Vows to Crack Down on Crime

May 27, 2026 · David Chen

Ecuadorian President Daniel Noboa delivered his State of the Union speech to the National Assembly in Quito on Sunday. He highlighted his government's efforts t

Iran Conflict Fallout: US Election Uncertainty

Iran Conflict Fallout: US Election Uncertainty

May 27, 2026 · James Parker

President Donald Trump's actions in the Iran conflict have sparked debate about their impact on the upcoming US elections. The Republican party is bracing for p

Boosting Youth Employment Initiatives

Boosting Youth Employment Initiatives

May 27, 2026 · Emily Ross

The UK government is set to expand work experience and training schemes for young people. This move comes after former minister Alan Milburn highlighted the cou