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- 1Island nations refuse to give up on climate fightโ'We're not giving up': Beset by climate change, island nations act as conscience of a warming world
Low-lying island nations facing existential threats from rising seas and warming oceans are pressing ahead with climate action despite limited global progress, according to reporting carried by AP and other outlets. Their leaders describe their role as the conscience of a warming world, urging larger emitters to cut emissions even as their own futures are threatened.
- 2Island nations vow to keep fighting climate changeโ'We're not giving up': Beset by climate change, island nations continue the fight
Low-lying island nations, among the world's most vulnerable to rising seas and extreme weather, are pressing on with efforts to combat climate change despite mounting setbacks. Leaders and delegates from these countries signal renewed determination, saying 'we're not giving up' as they continue pushing for stronger global action and support for their survival.
- 3Palau president raises climate change at United NationsโPalau president addresses climate change, global tensions at United Nations
The president of Palau addressed the United Nations General Assembly, highlighting climate change and growing global tensions. As leader of a small Pacific island nation highly vulnerable to rising seas, Palau has long used the UN platform to urge stronger international action on climate. The speech underscores how small island states are pushing major powers to prioritize climate commitments amid geopolitical divisions.
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Nevada is outperforming expectations in solar energy growth, according to a Wall Street Journal report. The state, long associated with gaming and desert landscapes, is expanding its solar capacity, adding to its existing reputation as a national leader in renewable energy production. The report highlights the state's rapid progress in a sector often dominated by California and Texas.
- 5Trump says US won't slow AI development after Xi visitโTrump says US won't put brakes on AI following Xi visit, despite calls for international safeguards
President Donald Trump says the United States will not put the brakes on artificial intelligence development, speaking after a visit by Chinese leader Xi Jinping. His stance comes despite growing calls for international safeguards on AI, and signals that Washington intends to prioritise competitiveness over coordinated global restrictions on the fast-moving technology.