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CCS invests £180,000 to help councils tackle climate change through SIP

The Crown Commercial Service (CCS) is increasing its commitment to helping local Government address the climate crisis with an additional £180,000 investment in the Local Government Association’s (LGA) Sustainability Improvement Programme (SIP).

Ban on single-use vapes: UK governments aim to stop children vaping

Labour's deputy leader Angela Rayner admits she wishes she could give up vaping following reports that the government is considering banning disposable single-use vapes in an effort to protect young peoples health.

G20 in India: Prime Minister announces record climate aid pledge

The Prime Minister announced as the G20 in India, that The UK will contribute $2 billion to the Green Climate Fund.

UK commits £3 Million in humanitarian aid for Rohingya refugees

The United Kingdom has pledged £3,000,000 in new humanitarian aid for Rohingya refugees, reinforcing its commitment to addressing the ongoing crisis.

Strengthening ties: UK and Singapore forge strategic partnership

UK prime minister Rishi Sunak has inked a strategic partnership with Singapore, helping the economy and reinforcing shared security objectives.

Earthquake in Morocco triggers swift UK aid response

In response to the devastating earthquake in Morocco, measuring 6.8 on the Richter scale, the United Kingdom swiftly mobilised its search and rescue teams.

The Online Safety Bill will endanger LGBTQ+ people on a global scale

With its Online Safety Bill, the UK seeks to set a “world-leading” legislative example for other nations to follow, but how will the LGBTQ+ community be affected globally?

Chinese spacecraft identifies threats from U.S. GSSAP satellites in GEO

A Chinese study identifies threats concerning close approaches by U.S. GSSAP satellites to Chinese GEO spacecraft, revealing potential threats to high-value assets.

A clean energy future: UK launches a review of Energy Treaty Membership

The UK Government has announced a review of its Energy Charter Treaty membership as they contemplate withdrawal without a key modernisation agreement.

Investment in women’s sports and the importance of female empowerment

The Women’s Sports Investment Accelerator, a novel initiative by the Department for Business and Trade, is set to elevate investment in women’s sports.

The modern battlefield: £89 Million awarded for UK armed forces

In an incredible development, the UK Armed Forces are set to experience improved connectivity on the battlefield, thanks to massive £89 million contract award.

The race to succeed AMLO: Mexico’s future hangs in the balance

With AMLO set to step down, many are looking to Mexico's future and asking who will be leading it. With polls suggesting a MORENA victory is inevitable, who are the candidates, and what do they stand for?

Ukraine’s air defense gets a massive £90 million upgrade

Ukraine's air defence receives a boost with contracts worth over £90 million for equipment to tackle uncrewed aerial systems (UAS) threats.

BAE systems to acquire ball aerospace in a staggering $5.5 billion deal

UK Defence company BAE Systems intends to acquire Ball Aerospace, which manufactures aircrafts for a staggering $5.5 billion.

The 3 Ts for a more resilient society: Technology, trust and transparency

Accurate information and tools in crisis are vital for people and groups. Trust and transparency in tech bolster collaboration, aiding society's resilience and recovery during critical events.

International investors set to converge at Northern Ireland investment summit

In a pivotal event for Northern Ireland's economy, the upcoming Northern Ireland investment summit attracts over 100 global investors, underscoring the region's innovative prowess.

UK provides £250,000 aid amid Eastern Bangladesh flooding

In a compassionate response to the dire situation in eastern Bangladesh, the United Kingdom has announced an allocation of £250,000 (equivalent to over three crore and forty lacs taka) in aid.

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