New Humanitarian Flotilla Sails to Gaza Amid Global Outrage
A new nine-vessel flotilla, led by the Freedom Flotilla Coalition, has set sail for the Gaza Strip, challenging Israel’s naval blockade after an earlier fleet was seized.
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South Africa Urges Israel to Release Gaza-Bound Flotilla Activists
South Africa urges Israel to free Gaza-bound flotilla activists held after the naval interception of humanitarian aid in international waters, calling the move a breach of international law.
Australian Scientists Turn Food Waste into Compostable Plastic Films
Monash University researchers convert food waste sugars into PHA biopolymers, creating compostable ultrathin films that could replace single-use plastics in packaging and medical applications.
Global Food Prices Ease in September as Sugar and Dairy Decline Offset Meat Surge
Global food prices dipped in September as sugar and dairy declines offset record-high meat prices, easing consumer pressures worldwide.
Hamas Delays Decision on Trump’s Gaza Plan Amid Key Concerns
Hamas seeks more time to study Trump’s 20-point Gaza plan amid internal divisions and global feedback over disarmament and hostage clauses.
US DOE Cancels 223 Clean Energy Projects Amid Funding Freeze
The U.S. Department of Energy has terminated 223 clean energy projects, cancelling nearly $8bn in funding amid a federal shutdown, impacting wind, solar and renewables.
Luxembourg’s Guillaume Becomes New Grand Duke in Vibrant Ceremony
Luxembourg’s Guillaume was sworn in as the new Grand Duke at a colorful parliamentary ceremony, marking a generational shift in European monarchy traditions.
Massive Blaze Rocks Chevron’s El Segundo Refinery
A massive fire broke out at Chevron’s El Segundo refinery, the largest on the U.S. West Coast. On-site crews contained the blaze; no injuries reported and the cause remains under investigation.
New Evidence Points to Habitability on Saturn’s Icy Moon Enceladus
A fresh look at Cassini data uncovers new organic molecules on Enceladus, strengthening its case as a habitable ocean world beneath the ice.
Venezuela Condemns Unauthorized U.S. Military Flight Off Its Coast
Venezuela condemns an unauthorized U.S. combat aircraft incursion 75 km off its coast, calling it a sovereignty threat and highlighting aviation safety risks.