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Expansion of power plants in Cape Verde without risks and with “positive” impacts
“The risks and negative impacts are not significant, and it is expected that the project’s development will have some positive effects, namely in terms of reducing dependence on fossil fuels for electricity production, reducing greenhouse gas...

Odds of tropical development near Florida creep up. What to know in Florida Panhandle
The odds of tropical development around the July 4 weekend have crept up to 40%, according to the National Hurricane Center. AccuWeather forecasters believe any potential development is more likely to occur along the southeastern U.S. coast....

Qualification conventions are the key to mobility and trust
AFRICA The Addis Convention and the Global Convention on the Recognition of Qualifications Concerning Higher Education are playing an increasingly critical role in promoting international cooperation, coherence in recognition practices and...

Experts track three tropical waves as fears of extreme weather in Florida grow
Florida was hit by some heavy rain and strong storms this week but there have yet to be any signs of major tropical activity impacting the Sunshine State despite the fact that the official hurricane season started earlier this month. Experts have...

NHC continues to track system near Florida for potential tropical development
There's now a 40% chance for a tropical or subtropical depression forming near Florida by the Fourth of July holiday weekend. Regardless of development, the system could bring up to six inches of rain to some portions of Florida through the...

Workshop on new technologies for sustainable agriculture in Dakar
The Italian Embassy in Dakar, Senegal, and the University of Cape Verde are organising an online workshop on 'Innovative Technologies for Sustainable Agriculture' on 10 June. The event will be an opportunity to discover cutting-edge technological...

EarthCARE's first year: Surprising climate clues unveiled from space
The EarthCARE satellite is helping scientists unlock the mysteries of clouds and aerosols that have long puzzled our understanding of Earth’s energy balance. EarthCARE (Earth Cloud, Aerosol, and Radiation Explorer) is a joint project by the...

Ocean is our lifeline: Why climate change is drowning small island nations and threatening us all
For most people, the ocean is a place for vacations, Instagram-worthy sunsets, or seafood platters. But in reality, the ocean is a life-support system for both humans and marine life. It is deeply tied to the air we breathe, the climate we live...

Spirit of Tasmania IV begins 27,000 km voyage to Hobart
Spirit of Tasmania IV has departed Scotland and is bound for Hobart, with its expected arrival announced as "late-August". In a statement, ferry operator TT-Line said the new ferry left Leith on Monday and will "travel to Hobart via Gibraltar,...

St. Augustine's July 4 weekend could be rainy. But a tropical storm?
A weather disturbance near Florida has a 20% chance of developing into a tropical or subtropical storm by the holiday weekend. Heavy rainfall is expected in St. Johns County, Florida, with potential flooding in low-lying areas like downtown St....

Jacksonville, Duval County 4th of July forecast
A weather disturbance near Florida has a low chance of developing into a tropical storm or hurricane by the July 4th weekend. The system could bring heavy rain, gusty winds, and increased rip current risk to Florida's Gulf and Atlantic coasts....

Launched in Seville alliance for suspension of public debts
A major initiative was unveiled today in Seville during the Fourth United Nations International Conference on Financing for Development. The presidents of the Inter-American Development Bank (IDB), the European Investment Bank (EIB), and the...

NHC monitoring 4 tropical waves. Could any reach Texas by July 4th?
A new weather system in the Atlantic is being monitored for potential development and risk to the U.S. The 2025 Atlantic hurricane season is predicted to have 13-19 named storms, including 3-5 major hurricanes. Tropical Storm Barry made landfall...

Spirit of Tasmania ferries inch closer to home
Spirit of Tasmania operator TT-Line’s first new ferry is on its way less than a month after its role in bringing down the state government. (AAP Image/Ethan James) Tasmania’s long-delayed Spirit of Tasmania vessels are a step closer to home,...
Nigeria, 6 others begin $1% passenger safety deductions Jan. 2026
The Banjul Accord Group Aviation Safety and Security Oversight Organisation (BAGASOO) says it will introduce a $1 passenger safety levy as part of key reforms to enhance aviation safety among member states. The organisation revealed that the...

EasyJet flight from UK forced to divert back to airport after 'extraordinary circumstance'
An easyJet plane had to return to a UK airport following an "extraordinary circumstance" which the airline described as "out of our control." The EZY2159 flight destined for Izmir, Turkey, had departed from Manchester Airport just before 5pm on...

The A+List: The 220 Best Architecture and Design Firms Worldwide in 2025
Architizer is thrilled to announce the world’s best architecture firms in 2025 — all winners of the 13th Annual A+Awards! This year’s program reflects a decisive shift in architectural thinking — one that embraces local craftsmanship, regional...

EasyJet flight makes unexpected return to UK airport after mid-air incident
An easyJet flight was forced to return to a UK airport following an "extraordinary circumstance" that the airline described as "out of our control". The EZY2159 service from Manchester to Izmir in Turkey only made it as far as Norfolk before it...

EasyJet flight diverts back to UK airport in 'extraordinary circumstance'
An easyJet flight was forced to divert back to a UK airport after an "extraordinary circumstance" the airline firm said was "out of our control". The EZY2159 service bound for Izmir, Turkey, took off from Manchester Airport shortly before 5pm...

EasyJet flight forced to divert back to UK in 'extraordinary circumstance'
An easyJet flight en route to Izmir, Turkey, had to make an unscheduled return to Manchester Airport today due to an "extraordinary circumstance" which the airline described as beyond their control. The EZY2159 service took off just before 5pm but...