Global Crop Diversity Protected: 14,000 Seeds Deposited in Norway’s Svalbard Vault
14,000 seed samples from 21 gene banks are safeguarded in Norway’s Svalbard Global Seed Vault, ensuring vital crop diversity for the future.
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US Announces ‘Gold Cards’ Offering Citizenship to Wealthy Foreigners
The US is set to introduce ‘gold cards’ allowing wealthy foreigners to obtain citizenship for $5 million, with plans set to roll out in the coming weeks.
USAID Faces Major Layoffs as Dismantling Moves Forward
USAID workers face a major upheaval with 1,600 jobs lost following a judge’s ruling allowing the Trump administration to dismantle the agency.
Brazil Joins OPEC+: Navigating Oil Expansion Amid Amazon Concerns
Brazil’s entry into OPEC+ ahead of COP30 highlights the nation’s dual pursuit of economic growth and expanded oil drilling in the Amazon, sparking environmental concerns.
UK Debates Gatwick Airport Expansion: Boost Economy or Threaten Environment?
UK Transport Secretary faces a crucial decision on expanding Gatwick Airport, weighing economic benefits against environmental and community concerns.
Chinese Special Envoy to Attend Uruguay’s New President Inauguration
Chinese special envoy and Minister Han Jun will attend Uruguayan President Yamandu Orsi’s inauguration in Montevideo on March 1, strengthening bilateral ties.
China & New Zealand Leaders Strengthen 10-Year Strategic Partnership
Chinese Vice President Han Zheng meets with New Zealand Deputy PM Winston Peters to strengthen the decade-long China-New Zealand strategic partnership, focusing on economic and trade cooperation.
Trump Proposes $5M ‘Gold Card’ as New Path to US Citizenship
Former President Donald Trump suggests replacing the EB-5 visa program with a $5 million ‘gold card’ offering a new route to US citizenship, targeting wealthy investors.
Birthrate Up in South Korea After Nine-Year Decline, Marriages Surge
South Korea’s fertility rate rises to 0.75 in 2024, marking the first increase in nine years, driven by a surge in marriages.
Tragic Sudanese Military Plane Crash Claims 46 Lives in Omdurman
A Sudanese military plane crash in Omdurman has killed at least 46 people, AP reports local officials. The tragic incident is under investigation.