China, the world's largest emitter of greenhouse gases, has reduced its emissions earlier than expected, attributed to a rapid increase in renewable energy adoption alongside growing energy demand.
A man accused of shooting two staff members at the Israeli embassy in Washington, DC reportedly told officials that he was motivated by events in Gaza and Palestine. Following the incident, Israeli missions in the United States increased security measures and lowered flags to half-staff.
A Luxembourg court has fined Edmond de Rothschild bank €25 million for its involvement in a money-laundering case connected to Malaysia's 1MDB fund, marking the first such conviction for a Luxembourg bank.
The Trump administration has revoked Harvard University's ability to enroll international students in certain circumstances, potentially affecting the status of nearly 6,800 foreign students at the institution.
A new tax bill proposed by former U.S. President Donald Trump could override the longstanding Canada-U.S. tax treaty, potentially resulting in higher taxes for Canadian companies and estimated investor losses of up to $81 billion over seven years if enacted.
The United Kingdom has agreed to transfer sovereignty of the Chagos Islands to Mauritius, while ensuring continued U.S. military access to the Diego Garcia base.
The U.S. Supreme Court has temporarily allowed the Trump administration to remove members of two independent federal agency boards, specifically NLRB member Gwen Wilcox and MSPB member Cathy Harris, before their terms expire.
Delegates from 175 nations are meeting to finalize the United Nations plastics treaty, aiming to address the global crisis of plastic pollution. Since the start of negotiations, significant amounts of plastic waste have entered the oceans, highlighting the urgency of the treaty's objectives.
A 54-year-old former taxi driver in Japan has been arrested on suspicion of drugging and raping a female passenger. Media reports suggest he may be linked to approximately 50 similar assaults since 2008. Police reportedly found around 3,000 videos and images related to the alleged crimes.
UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer has signed an agreement to return the Chagos Islands to Mauritius, following a court decision that dismissed a legal challenge against the transfer. The agreement, which has the backing of the United States, follows negotiations with Mauritian officials. Details about the timeline and terms of the transfer have not been made public.