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European wholesale electricity prices are at record highs, exacerbating economic strain on businesses and consumers already battling weak demand and inflationary pressures across industries.

Russia vetoed a UN draft resolution urging Sudan’s warring factions to cease hostilities and allow humanitarian aid, leaving Security Council efforts in deadlock.

Paris prosecutor seeks a five-year prison sentence and public office ban for Marine Le Pen, accused of embezzling EU funds, as the trial nears its November conclusion.

The China-Europe Freight Train celebrates its 100,000th trip since 2011, marking $420 billion in trade and connecting 227 cities across Europe and Asia.

The EU postponed its anti-deforestation law enforcement to December 2025, citing stakeholder concerns. Environmental groups criticize the delay, while exporters argue it allows time for preparation.

Thousands of venomous mauve stinger jellyfish swarm Cornwall’s coastline in a rare migration believed to be driven by rising sea temperatures, posing risks for beachgoers and highlighting climate change’s marine impact.

Austria faces a sharp decrease in fruit tree numbers, primarily apples, pears, and cherries, due to climate shifts impacting agricultural productivity and pushing for climate adaptation.

The EU reaffirms climate commitment at COP29 in Azerbaijan, focusing on finance alignment with Paris goals, carbon market rules, and a 90% emissions reduction target by 2040.

UN’s Rosemary DiCarlo praised South Korea’s peacebuilding role, highlighting discussions with Korean officials on security concerns, regional stability, and broader peace initiatives, including efforts on the Korean Peninsula.

WGEO unveils its COP29 agenda focused on global green economy goals, including high-level panels, capacity-building, and stakeholder engagement in Baku, Azerbaijan.