DOWNLOAD IPFS Pacific Islands Forum Foreign Ministers have formally backed Australia’s bid to host the 31st Conference of the Parties (COP31) to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) in 2026, proposing it be recognized as a “Pacific COP” to highlight the region’s unique climate challenges. The endorsement[Read More…]

Download IPFS A High Court ruling in Essex has set off a wave of demonstrations across the country, as both anti-immigration groups and counter-protesters prepare for rallies this weekend. The judgment, which blocked the use of a hotel in Epping to accommodate asylum seekers, has reportedly intensified debate over how[Read More…]

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Download IPFS The University of Edinburgh has finalised one of the largest commercial agreements in UK higher education sport, partnering with sports hydration company Grilla in a reported three-year deal worth a substantial six-figure sum. This development places Edinburgh at the forefront of university sport investment and marks a significant[Read More…]

Download IPFS The United Kingdom has joined 26 other nations in urging Israel to allow international journalists access to Gaza, amid growing concerns over restrictions on press freedom and the safety of media workers in the region. The joint statement, issued by the Media Freedom Coalition (MFC), comes as journalists[Read More…]

DOWNLOAD IPFS Australia has announced a suite of national measures aimed at enhancing safety and accountability in childcare centers. The federal and state governments unveiled reforms on August 22, 2025, targeting early education facilities in response to recent abuse scandals. Education Minister Jason Clare outlined initiatives designed to protect children,[Read More…]

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Download IPFS British citizens planning trips to the European Union may experience stricter border checks as the bloc prepares to roll out its Entry/Exit System (EES). The changes, scheduled for full implementation on 10 April 2026, are designed to strengthen border security, reduce illegal migration, and end the manual passport[Read More…]

Download IPFS A 17-year-old boy who planned a violent attack on a mosque in Greenock, Inverclyde, has been sentenced to 10 years in custody after admitting to preparing an atrocity reportedly inspired by neo-Nazi ideology. The teenager, who cannot be named for legal reasons, was stopped at the very door[Read More…]

DOWNLOAD IPFS Australia has called for an immediate halt to Israel’s expansion of settlements in the West Bank, urging the Israeli government to reconsider its recent authorization of 1,000 new settlement units. The Australian government emphasized that such actions undermine the prospects for a two-state solution and exacerbate tensions in[Read More…]