Rich countries have lost enthusiasm for tackling the climate crisis, says Cop30 chief
Cop30 chief André Corrêa do Lago said rich countries are losing enthusiasm for fighting the climate crisis, while China is leading the world in the production and use of clean energy.
At the conference taking place in Brazil, countries will discuss ways to limit global warming to 1.5 degrees Celsius and implement commitments to reduce emissions.
However, despite promises, methane emissions are rising, putting climate targets at risk and prompting calls for a binding international agreement.
Israeli soldiers speak out about killings of civilians in Gaza
A new documentary with testimonies from Israeli soldiers reveals a total breakdown of rules in the war in Gaza, where civilians were killed at the whim of commanders and the use of human shields was common practice.
Witnesses describe instances of soldiers opening fire on unarmed civilians seeking food aid, while political and religious rhetoric of revenge against Palestinians has deeply influenced the military.
Although the Israeli military denies violations and claims to be acting in accordance with international law, investigations into the killings of civilians have yielded little or no accountability.
Two dead, more than a million displaced after typhoon hits Philippines
Super typhoon Fung-wong hit the Philippines, causing at least two deaths, massive damage and the displacement of more than 1.4 million people.
The storm brought flooding, landslides and winds of up to 275 kilometers per hour, destroying homes and infrastructure in some regions.
Authorities declared a state of emergency, while experts warn that the climate crisis is making typhoons increasingly frequent and more destructive.
Lava erupts from Hawaii's Kilauea volcano
The Kilauea volcano in Hawaii erupted again, spewing lava from the main crater inside Hawaii Volcanoes National Park.
According to the US Geological Survey, the lava remains confined within the park and poses no threat to homes or infrastructure.
Kilauea has been active periodically since late last year, with scientists saying magma is following the same underground path to the surface.
