2:11 am, Monday, 18 May 2026
BREAKING NEWS
Greece’s aging grid under fire after summer wildfires
Infrastructure gaps exposed A Reuters investigation highlighted how maintenance shortfalls and grid vulnerabilities contributed to wildfire risks around Athens this
EU set to delay anti-deforestation law by a year
Compliance concerns The European Commission signaled a one-year delay to its deforestation-free imports rule, citing readiness issues among operators handling
Google expands AI Mode with Spanish voice support
Rollout details Google added Spanish to AI Mode’s voice interactions across regions where the feature is available. The update broadens
Logitech unveils light-powered keyboard that sips indoor light
Self-charging design Logitech announced the Signature Solar K980, a wireless keyboard that charges from indoor lighting, reducing cable clutter and
India’s EXIM Bank lifts support for exporters hit by U.S. tariffs
Credit lines and outreach India’s EXIM Bank said it will boost financing for firms hurt by U.S. tariffs while eyeing
At UNGA, Trump derides climate action; scientists push back
Speech challenges consensus At the UN General Assembly, President Donald Trump attacked renewable energy and cast doubt on climate science.
Kremlin shrugs off ‘paper tiger’ jab, praises Trump’s Ukraine “peace” push
Muted response from Moscow The Kremlin downplayed a “paper tiger” remark, saying it still values Donald Trump’s stated efforts to
Asia stocks slip as growth worries rattle markets
Wall Street slide drags region Asian shares fell after a weak U.S. session and softer September PMI data weighed on
World Gorilla Day: threats and tourism rules explained
Conservation snapshot On World Gorilla Day, conservationists highlighted threats to mountain gorillas and the role of regulated tourism in funding
Stylist who testified against Diddy files new lawsuit
Fresh legal claims Deonte Nash, a stylist who previously testified against Sean “Diddy” Combs, filed suit alleging sexual battery, physical
