Plastics Treaty Collapses After Petrostates Block Deal
Despite high hopes, international talks on a global plastics treaty have failed due to opposition from oil-producing nations. Here’s why we must keep fighting for change.
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UN plastic treaty talks begin in Geneva
Global negotiators gather in Geneva for critical UN talks on a legally binding treaty to tackle plastic pollution. Will this be the turning point in the fight against the plastic crisis?
Nations divided over global plastic pollution treaty terms
Delegates from 175 countries gather in Geneva to negotiate a groundbreaking treaty aimed at tackling the escalating plastic pollution crisis, but disagreements over production limits and waste management threaten progress.
UN plastic treaty talks reach decisive final day in Geneva
As UN negotiations in Geneva enter their final day, nations grapple with a landmark treaty to tackle the escalating plastic pollution crisis. Will they deliver a binding agreement?
Plastic pollution treaty talks stall before deadline
Negotiations for a landmark global treaty to tackle plastic pollution have stalled, leaving delegates scrambling to reach an agreement before the deadline.
Fossil fuel lobbyists swarm plastics treaty talks
As global negotiators gather in Geneva to tackle the plastic pollution crisis, a surge in fossil fuel lobbyists raises concerns over industry influence on the treaty's outcome.
200+ lobbyists at UN plastic talks hinder progress
Environmental campaigners raise concerns as more than 200 fossil fuel and chemical industry lobbyists attend UN plastic treaty negotiations, potentially undermining efforts to tackle plastic pollution.
Glasgow's Link to Australian Suburb Victoria
Discover the fascinating connection between Glasgow and an Australian suburb named Victoria, tracing back to the legacy of Queen Victoria.
Russia quits nuclear treaty, warns West
Moscow has officially pulled out of a landmark treaty banning short and medium-range nuclear missiles, escalating tensions with the West amid global security concerns.
Paris plastic pollution treaty talks reach critical phase
As world leaders gather in Paris for the final round of talks on a landmark treaty to tackle plastic pollution, tensions rise over key issues like production caps and waste management. Will a deal be reached?
UN plastic talks must deliver ambitious treaty - expert
A top environmental scientist warns that upcoming UN negotiations on plastic pollution must result in a bold, enforceable treaty to tackle the global crisis effectively.
Albanese pledges £176m for Indigenous Australians
Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese commits an additional £176 million to support Indigenous communities as calls for a treaty intensify.
Taxpayer money funds secret Victoria treaty perks
Taxpayers are footing the bill for lavish perks in a secret treaty, raising questions about government spending priorities.
UK & Australia Sign 50-Year Defence Pact Under AUKUS
Australia and the UK have signed a landmark 50-year defence treaty, deepening military ties under the AUKUS alliance to counter rising threats in the Indo-Pacific.
School bus crash in Victoria leaves multiple injured
A terrifying school bus accident in rural Victoria has left several children and adults injured, with emergency services rushing to the scene. Authorities are investigating the cause of the crash.
Plastic industry's secret takeover of UN treaty talks
Leaked documents reveal how fossil fuel lobbyists outnumbered delegates at critical UN plastic pollution negotiations, watering down potential bans on harmful polymers.
Starmer and Merz sign UK-Germany treaty post-Brexit
Labour leader Keir Starmer and German opposition leader Friedrich Merz announce a groundbreaking treaty to strengthen UK-Germany ties, marking a new era of cooperation after Brexit.
UK-Germany Deal to Combat Small Boats Crisis
The UK and Germany have signed a landmark treaty aimed at curbing illegal migration via small boats. The agreement focuses on intelligence sharing and joint operations to dismantle smuggling networks.
UK-Germany migration treaty: Key details
Britain and Germany are set to sign a landmark agreement on migration, marking a significant step in bilateral relations. Here's what you need to know.
UK-Germany migration treaty: Key details
Keir Starmer and Friedrich Merz are poised to finalise a landmark UK-Germany agreement on migration, marking a significant shift in European policy.
Teen charged over synagogue arson attack
A 19-year-old has been charged with car theft after a stolen vehicle was used in an arson attack on an Adelaide synagogue. Police continue to investigate potential hate crime motives.
Is This £15 Beauty Balm Worth the Hype?
Discover if the cult-favourite beauty balm loved by Margot Robbie, Kim Kardashian, and Victoria Beckham lives up to its glowing reputation.
Albanese in China as Cochlear faces scrutiny
Australian PM Anthony Albanese's visit to China sparks debate as Cochlear faces scrutiny over its operations. Meanwhile, new ABS employment data reveals shifts in Victoria's childcare sector and NSW's political landscape heats up.
UK-Germany treaty targets smugglers, boosts defence
Prime Minister Keir Starmer and German opposition leader Friedrich Merz sign a landmark treaty targeting smuggling gangs and enhancing UK-Germany defence cooperation.
Pilot killed in Snowy Mountains plane crash
A light plane has crashed in the Snowy Mountains near the NSW-Victoria border, claiming the life of its pilot. Emergency services rushed to the scene, but the victim could not be saved.
Victoria Beckham promotes £44 blush amid family feud
Despite ongoing tensions with son Brooklyn and his wife Nicola Peltz, Victoria Beckham remains focused on her beauty brand, launching a new £44 blush.
Firefighters warned after Liberal signs displayed on CFA truck
Victoria's Country Fire Authority faces backlash as firefighters display partisan political materials on official vehicles during a protest, sparking debates on neutrality and public trust.
Union leader's fiery speech sparks industrial relations debate
Australian Manufacturing Workers' Union leader Craig Johnston faces backlash after a fiery speech targeting businesses, raising concerns over union conduct in Victoria.
Brooklyn Beckham's trademark bid fails amid family feud
Brooklyn Beckham's latest business venture hits a snag as he withdraws a trademark application following a dispute, adding fuel to rumours of family tensions.
Offensive slogan at Vic rally sparks outrage
A controversial rally in Victoria has sparked fury after an offensive slogan directed at the Premier was displayed, with senior figures including Brad Battin in attendance.
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