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COP31 hosts unveil 'electrification' priority for climate talks
German chemical giant BASF urges overhaul of EU carbon scheme
German chemical giant BASF urges overhaul of EU carbon scheme

German chemical giant BASF has urged an overhaul of the European Union's flagship carbon market scheme, warning that the initiative's "strict" conditions could damage the region's industries.

June 09, 2026

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Europe's top firms fuelling inequality with payouts: Oxfam
Europe's top firms fuelling inequality with payouts: Oxfam

Europe's 100 largest companies pay out more than two-thirds of profits to shareholders on average, fuelling inequality and diverting cash which could be used for investment, Oxfam said on Tuesday.

June 09, 2026

UK government 'concerned' by abuse claims against West Ham co-owner
UK government 'concerned' by abuse claims against West Ham co-owner

Allegations billionaire West Ham co-owner David Sullivan preyed on women for sex are "deeply concerning", the British government said Tuesday.

June 09, 2026

What we know about Xi's visit to North Korea
What we know about Xi's visit to North Korea

President Xi Jinping concluded a visit to North Korea on Tuesday, after meetings with Kim Jong Un that the Chinese leader said reached an "important consensus" on building ties.

June 09, 2026

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Outdoor hospitals, shaken communities as Philippine quake toll hits 41
Outdoor hospitals, shaken communities as Philippine quake toll hits 41

Doctors treated patients in tents set up under a scorching Philippine sun on Tuesday -- including helping a young mother give birth -- as the death toll from a major earthquake that collapsed buildings topped 40.

June 09, 2026

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Success-starved China fans adopt 'Card Master' referee as World Cup rep
Success-starved China fans adopt 'Card Master' referee as World Cup rep

Chinese football fans left without a national team to support at the World Cup have turned to referee Ma Ning -- nicknamed "Card Master" for his enthusiasm in booking players -- as the country's representative for the tournament.

June 09, 2026