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COP29 on Thursday stressed the need to improve transparency, access and affordability of finance to enable climate action across the world. Initiating the dialogue on the designated 'Finance and Trade Day' of the summit, UN climate chief Simon Stiell said for climate finance to deliver, it will need to be accessible, predictable and commensurate to the challenges faced in developing countries. Referring to the findings of the progress report on efforts to raise over $100 billion a year prepared by the COP's Standing Committee on Finance, Stiell said the overall trend shows an increase in the funds with more money being allocated for adaptation. However, there is a need to improve transparency, access and affordability, he said. «The new goal is not just about a target but about enabling action,» the UN climate chief stressed.

Donald Trump has appointed former Democratic Representative Tulsi Gabbard to be the next director of national intelligence, according to an AP report. This role sits at the top of the nation’s intelligence agencies and serves as the president’s main intelligence adviser. As per an AP report, Gabbard, who has over two decades of military experience, doesn’t have the traditional intelligence background of past directors. After leaving the Democratic Party in 2022, she endorsed Trump earlier this year, gaining popularity among his base. Here’s a closer look at Gabbard:

Queen Camilla will miss Britain's annual remembrance weekend events to honor fallen service personnel while she recovers from a chest infection, Buckingham Palace said Saturday.

While his team had expected him to rest post-tour for a health assessment, King Charles has moved ahead with plans for upcoming royal engagements. During a traditional Ava ceremony in Samoa, he referenced his health, telling attendees he hoped to “survive long enough” to return, reflecting on his connection to the region. Also Read: Ironheart: Release date revealed, cast, streaming platform and more

King Charles just recently ended the visit to Australia and Samoa which was for 10 days while it was eventually adjusted due to his ongoing cancer diagnosis. According to Veranda, in spite such challenging times, the Monarch has engaged in multiple activities during the tour and was reported to thrive during the tour while the tour eventually lifted his spirits. Veranda reported that the Buckingham Palace announced plans for a pretty normal looking overseas tour scheduled in the upcoming year of 2025 which eventually indicated a positive outlook on his health. At the same time, Buckingham Palace have not disclosed any specific details about the health and treatment of King Charles while maintaining a consistent stance since his diagnosis of an unspecified type of cancer during the early parts of this year. Also Read :Did Tim Walz push a Chinese Communist Party official’s daughter to the brink of suicide during a love affair in the 1980s? Here's the truth

King Charles III will travel halfway around the world to Samoa this month to take his seat as the head of the Commonwealth and highlight the existential threat climate change poses for Pacific island nations

Buckingham Palace was received in February. It took the world by surprise that King Charles had cancer and would be taking time off from public duties to receive treatment. However, in an uncanny happening, he is now deemed fit enough for a royal tour to Australia and Samoa, merely six months after the announcement. He has been upfront and honest about his prostate issue but is unlikely to disclose the specific type of cancer he is diagnosed with, according to The Sun. His goal, according to them, is to «reach out and embrace as many people impacted by cancer as he can.» The King was driven to disclose his cancer diagnosis in the hopes that the public's overwhelming support for him after he disclosed that he had undergone a prostate procedure and the substantial awareness it garnered would occur this time as well. From the beginning, courtiers have made it apparent that there would be no frequent updates on the monarch's health and recuperation, except for any significant developments required to be made public. Also Read: US Open 2024: When and where to watch live on TV and streaming in US and UK

Cricket Council (ICC) announced the match schedule on Sunday for the upcoming ICC U19 Women's T20 World Cup 2025 in Malaysia. Sixteen teams from around the world will take part in the 41-match event where the future stars of women's cricket will announce themselves over 15 days of competition from 18 January to 2 February 2025. Over and above these exciting matches will be 16 warm-up fixtures played from 13 to 16 January, in preparation for the main event, as per the ICC. The second edition of this exciting tournament comes on the back of a successful inauguration in South Africa in 2023 where India beat England by seven wickets in a thrilling final to be crowned the first-ever winners. It will also be the hosts, Malaysia's first appearance in the U19 Women's T20 World Cup as well as Samoa's first appearance in an ICC World Cup event.

Raw wrestling held Monday night, DIY defeated The Creed Brothers via pinfall. In yet another match, Candice LeRae & Indi Hartwell thrashed Katana Chance & Kayden Carter via submission, 'Sportskeeda' reports. Similarly, Ricochet beat Dominik Mysterio via pinfall, while Awesome Truth defeated Indus Sher via pinfall. In other fights held in the same night, New Day defeated Alpha Academy via pinfall while Becky Lynch thrashed Nia Jax.

Twisted Metal Season 1 thrilled fans with its adaptation of the popular video game series. Now, with Season 2 on the horizon, anticipation is high. Here’s a comprehensive guide to everything we know about the upcoming season.

New Year 2024, it's fascinating to explore which country will be the first to usher in the festivities and which will bid adieu to the passing year. With time zones creating a sequential tapestry of celebrations, the globe embarks on a journey into the future.

Punk, met with thunderous cheers upon his entrance, faced off against Dominick Mysterio. Amidst chants of 'you still got it,' Punk emerged victorious, executing his signature 'GTS' (Go to Sleep) finishing move and securing the pinfall in the center of the ring.

(Reuters) — Airline operator Virgin Australia on Friday said it has added six Boeing (NYSE:BA) MAX-8 aircraft to further expand its fleet and meet travel demand, taking its total order for the planes to fourteen.

Enforcement Directorate on Saturday seized an asset worth ₹36.80 crore from a Goa-based miner's son, identified as Rohan Timblo. The seizure was part of the investigation into the Pandora Papers Leak. The probe revealed his alleged undisclosed foreign exchange outside India.

G20 ministerial in Goa and Chennai, ministers from 14 countries including the Marshall Islands, Samoa, Palau, Federated States of Micronesia, Vanuatu, Colombia, have under the banner of the High Ambition Coalition called on G20 hosts India and other members to agree on measures such as phasing out fossil fuel use to ensure that average increase in global temperature does not exceed 1.5°C compared to the 1850s. “We urge you, as leaders of the G20, to accelerate your efforts to reach net zero greenhouse gas emissions, to expand your cooperation and lead the way in phasing out all fossil fuels and in transitioning to a green sustainable energy future where access to energy is guaranteed for all,” the ministers wrote in an open letter to the G20.

Second gentleman Doug Emhoff next week will become the highest-profile U.S. official to visit Samoa, as the Biden administration steps up its outreach to Pacific island nations

India has significantly improved its passport ranking by rising 5 spots from last years and is now ranked 80th in the latest Henley Passport Index. Owning to this, Indians can travel to 57 destinations completely visa free or visas on arrival arrangements.  However, it is to be noted here that India has scored poorly in mobility.

Lovepreet Singh and Purnima Pandey finished on the podium on the final day as hosts India wrapped up the Commonwealth Weightlifting Championships with a rich haul of 20 medals on Sunday. Indian weightlifters won a silver and a bronze medal on the last day of the competition. India won nine gold, as many silver and two bronze medals in total.

The Rugby World Cup 2023 will commence on September 8, with a match between France and New Zealand. The final is scheduled for October 28. Broadcast Information

The Lightning Network has struck Ghana, Kenya and Nigeria. During a conference in Ghana, Strike CEO Jack Mallers announced that the Bitcoin (BTC) payments company has partnered with the mobile app Bitnob to facilitate payments into Africa. 

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