White Lotus effect threatens to bury paradise island beneath mountains of rubbish
The popular tourist destination of Koh Samui, in Thailand, could see issues on the island exacerbated as tourist numbers rise due to popular TV series…
High court rejects push to move case against ex-Trump chief of staff
WASHINGTON — The Supreme Court refused Tuesday to let former Trump White House chief of staff Mark Meadows move the election interference case against him in…
The Elon Musk effect: How Donald Trump gained from billionaire’s support | US Election 2024
When Donald Trump declared his “magnificent victory” as the results of the United States presidential election trickled in, he reserved special praise for one man…
Trump victory puts California climate and pollution goals at risk
Former President Trump’s return to the White House now jeopardizes a slate of California clean air rules that were intended to advance the state’s climate…
What effect could the US Election have on stocks and bonds?
The US election will certainly impact stock markets and government bonds. Here’s a detailed look at the potential reactions of these financial instruments under different…
Researchers urge caution over satellite mega-constellations
Over 100 space researchers signed a letter urging the federal government to perform an environmental review before allowing SpaceX to continue launching thousands of satellites…
A Cascade Effect On Interest rates
Home Editor's Letter A Cascade Effect On Interest rates VOL. 38 NO. 9 At Global Finance, generating the report cards for central bank governors has…
Louisiana law making abortion drugs controlled substances goes into effect
A Louisana law that would classify mifepristone and misoprostol pills, like the ones pictured here, as "a controlled dangerous substance" took effect Tuesday. File Photo…
Single word Ofsted grades SCRAPPED with immediate effect after suicide of headteacher Ruth Perry
SINGLE word school Ofsted grades are being scrapped with immediate effect, the Education Secretary has announced.Bridget Phillipson is replacing the judgments with “report cards”.1Ruth Perry…
Weeks after California’s indoor heat standards took effect, workers still swelter
Alexia Rangel recalled sweating as she rang up customer orders at a Taco Bell in Alhambra during an early August heat wave. The air conditioning…
Australia's new 'right to disconnect' law goes into effect
A new Australian law went into effect on Monday that protects workers from being contacted by their employers outside of their work hours via phone…
North Korea could create a ‘nuclear domino’ effect in Asia: Seoul
South Korean Unification Minister Kim Yung-ho speaks at a press conference with Seoul foreign press in Seoul, South Korea on Thursday. Kim said he hoped…
eBay’s move to drop American Express over processing fees takes effect
American Express cards were no longer accepted on the giant bidding platform eBay as of Saturday after the online retailer earlier announced the move in…
Supreme Court blocks Biden’s antidiscrimination rules for transgender students in red states
WASHINGTON — The Supreme Court said Friday it has turned down an appeal from the Biden administration and refused to lift court orders in 26…
EasyJet stops free luggage allowance for certain fares with immediate effect
EasyJet has announced that its city breaks will no longer include hold luggage in the price of the holiday, and passengers who wish to take…
Dog meat ban goes into effect in South Korea
A law banning dog meat took effect in South Korea on Wednesday, starting a countdown for businesses to exit the industry by February 2027. Numerous…
Iowa’s abortion ban takes effect amid healthcare crisis
Iowa Gov. Kim Reynolds introduces Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis at the Never Back Down Iowa headquarters in West Des Moines, Iowa, on Jan. 13. Reynolds…
Harris slams Trump on abortion issue as six-week ban takes effect in Iowa | US Election 2024 News
United States Vice President and the Democratic Party’s likely 2024 nominee Kamala Harris has slammed former President Donald Trump on abortion rights as a stringent,…
Iowa law banning most abortions after 6 weeks takes effect Monday
DES MOINES — An Iowa judge has ruled the state’s strict abortion law will take effect Monday, banning most abortions after about six weeks of…
Aspen Security Forum: Experts talk Russian aggression, China’s space threat, AI’s effect on ‘democratic resilience’
Supreme Allied Commander of NATO Gen. Christopher Cavoli said Russia's war with Ukraine would not be the end Russian aggression. File Photo by Oliver Hoslet/EPA-EFE…