At the United Nations this week, four leaders showed why tackling climate change is complex. U.S. President Donald Trump dismissed climate change as a scam, claiming renewable energy would harm the economy.

UNITED NATIONS (AP) — Four men. Four corners of the globe. Four vastly different visions and experiences on climate change. At the United Nations this week, a quartet of leaders with distinct personal styles and decidedly different national...

State President’s working trip to US achieves all set goals: Deputy FM

Hanoi (VNA) – State President Luong Cuong’s working trip to the US for the High-Level General Debate of the 80th Session of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA 80) and bilateral engagements has been a success, achieving all set goals and...

'Put medals around necks': Tauranga coach targets Oceania powerlifting champs

Jones has eight years of powerlifting experience under his belt and has been coaching the sport since 2019. “They’re not letting just anyone do it. I would suggest that I was selected because I’ve had a decent track record and history of coaching...

Samoa moves from planning to action through BOLD Project

Samoa is taking steps to build resilience in a new era where Pacific communities at the forefront of climate change impacts can define, address and seek support for climate-induced loss and damage. This follows three decades of Pacific advocacy,...

Philately gets you everywhere — even North Korea

Kim Il-sung, the North Korean leader and grandfather of the current ruler, Kim Jong-un, in 1980 EDOARDO FORNACIARI/GETTY IMAGES In further evidence that the British monarchy ­exerts a fascination in the most unlikely places, it has emerged from...

The great LNG scam: the IMO’s climate credibility is on the line

Elissama Menezes and Andrew Dumbrille, directors of Equal Routes, write for Splash ahead of this month’s crunch green vote at the International Maritime Organization. In the face of the upcoming International Maritime Organization. (IMO) Net-Zero...

MOFA thanks allies for backing Taiwan at UN session

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) today thanked 10 of Taiwan's diplomatic allies for supporting the nation's aspirations to participate in the UN during the 80th session of the UN General Assembly. High-level officials from Belize, Eswatini,...

Taiwan thanks allies for UN support

Taiwan yesterday thanked 10 of its diplomatic allies for supporting the nation’s aspirations to participate in the UN during the just-concluded 80th session of the UN General Assembly’s General Debate. Senior officials from Paraguay, the Marshall...

Gardena football tops Banning in Marine League opener

WILMINGTON — Gardena quarterback Kevin Martinez paved the way to a 29-6 victory over Banning in the Marine League opener for both teams on Friday night at Banning. Martinez passed for two touchdowns and ran for two more, as the Panthers (2-4...

How to watch Rinderknech vs Vacherot: live stream Shanghai Masters final 2025 online, start time, what TV channel?

Watch Shanghai Masters 2025 live streams, as Arthur Rinderknech takes on Valentin Vacherot in a blockbuster cousin vs cousin final on Sunday, October 12. They're due on Stadium Court not before 4.30pm BST / 11.45am ET. If you put money on...

Delays on the Pukpuk treaty with PNG were Australian missteps, not failures

When it comes to the Pacific, there are always going to be Australian foreign policy missteps. Due to the sheer size and scope of the unique partnerships with each country, and the increasingly complex set of challenges faced by the region, no one...

Diplomatic allies speak up for Taiwan at U.N. General Debate 2025

Taipei, Oct. 3 (CNA) The Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) on Friday thanked 10 of Taiwan's diplomatic allies for supporting the nation's aspirations to participate in the United Nations during the just-concluded 80th Session UN General...

Tauranga powerlifting coach joins NZ team

Tauranga powerlifting trainer Mike Jones will be one of 16 coaches wrangling 110 Kiwi athletes at the Oceania Regional Powerlifting and Bench Press Championships in Christchurch from November 17 to 20. Selected to be the assistant coach for the...

More than 40 times they asked the UN to lift the blockade on Cuba

Photo: Prensa Latina At the close of the High-Level Segment of the 80th session of the UN General Assembly, the call to lift the US blockade of Cuba was heard here more than 40 times. The speech that closed the marathon succession of speakers on...

KALW Almanac - Wednesday October 1, 2025

Today is Wednesday, the 1st of October of 2025, October 1 is the 274th day of the year 91 days remain until the end of the year 81 days until winter begins Sunrise at 7:05:59 am and sunset will be at 6:51:08 pm. We will have 11 hours and 45...

Schwarzenegger: ‘Catholic Church a powerhouse for environmental activism’

Ahead of the ‘Raising Hope for Climate Justice’ conference in Castel Gandolfo, Arnold Schwarzenegger speaks to Vatican News about the Church’s vast reach to 1.4 billion Catholics, who have the collective potential to help heal our common home. By...

Episode 945: Release the 64DD Shell!

I need to stick my Switch in it. Hero of Alexandria, also known as Heron, was a man of almost unparalleled genius. Wait, where are you going? Get back here; I'm going somewhere with this. Because most of his extensive writings were lost, largely...

More Taiwan allies speak to support UN inclusion

More allies of Taiwan have spoken in support for the nation to join the UN, with Saint Vincent and the Grenadines Prime Minister Ralph Gonsalves saying it is “a continuing absurdity” to exclude Taiwan from global mechanisms such as health, climate...

The World’s Least-Visited Country – Explore a Serene Journey Close To Nature

New Delhi: Tuvalu, the world’s least-visited nation, offers breathtaking beauty and unmatched tranquility. Its untouched landscapes and peaceful environment promise a unique travel experience that reconnects you with nature and calm. New Delhi: If...

Kurukuru wins, Fiji settles for bronze

The Solomon Islands Kurukuru left no doubt in sealing the OFC Futsal Men’s Cup 2025, powering past Tuvalu 7-0 in front of a packed Vodafone Arena in Suva. Needing a win to secure the title, the Kurukuru delivered a performance full of energy and...