Tauron to invest up to 3.5 billion zlotys in Siersza plant overhaul
Tauron will redevelop its Siersza coal power plant with up to 3.5 billion zlotys, adding gas, storage and solar capacity as part of a wider transition away from coal.
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Ukraine Shifts Danube Vessel Clearance to Black Sea to Cut Two-Week Queue
Vessels heading to Ukraine's Danube ports will now be cleared in the Black Sea rather than inside the Sulina Canal, in a bid to ease a two-week shipping queue.
Brics to form working groups on taxation, transfer pricing and revenue data
Brics nations will set up working groups on international taxation, transfer pricing and revenue statistics to deepen tax cooperation.
Ofcom opens investigation into Pornhub over age-check compliance
Ofcom has launched an investigation into whether Pornhub complied with legal duties to stop under-18s accessing pornography, citing concerns over Aylo's due diligence.
OECD Lifts Turkey Inflation Forecast, Cuts Growth Outlook for 2026-27
The OECD has raised its inflation forecasts for Turkey and lowered its growth projections for 2026 and 2027, marking its third growth downgrade this year.
Kiir Dissolves South Sudan's Transitional Government Ahead of December Vote
South Sudan's President Salva Kiir has dissolved the transitional government, legislature and state administrations, installing caretaker ministers ahead of Dec 22 elections.
China's Military Purges Test War-Fighting Readiness as Xi Tightens Grip
China's purge of senior military leaders has raised doubts about war-fighting readiness while strengthening Xi Jinping's control over the PLA.
Swiss Upper House Backs 90% CET1 Capital Rule for UBS Foreign Units
Switzerland's upper house voted for rules requiring UBS to back foreign units with 90% CET1 capital, rejecting a tougher government proposal.
Russian Drone Strikes Injure Seven Across Ukraine, Damage Warehouses and Port Infrastructure
Russian overnight drone strikes injured seven people across Ukraine and damaged warehouses, businesses and port infrastructure in Kyiv, Zhytomyr, Zaporizhzhia and Odesa.
Taiwan Signals Confidence in US Arms Sales as Xi Meets Trump
Taiwan voiced confidence that US arms sales will continue as Xi Jinping meets Donald Trump, and unveiled live-fire drills featuring a new armored vehicle.
Super El Niño could drive 451,000 excess deaths by February 2027, researchers warn
Climate Impact Lab warns a 'super El Niño' could cause 451,000 excess deaths globally through February 2027, with Africa's Sahel and Southeast Asia among the worst-hit regions.
Gaza Students Return to In-Person Classes in Tents and Damaged Schools
Around 5,40,000 students in Gaza are expected to attend in-person classes this year in temporary learning spaces, tents and damaged school buildings.
Milei to Take Falklands Oil Spat to UN as Britain Pushes Back
Argentina's Javier Milei addresses the UN amid rising tensions with Britain over oil exploration near the Falkland Islands.
Vietnam's To Lam Backs Palestinian Statehood at UN General Assembly
Vietnam's President To Lam told the UN General Assembly that international law must anchor the global order and voiced support for Palestinian self-determination.
Portugal Says REN Stake Buy Won't Affect China's State Grid Holding
Portugal's government says its return to grid operator REN will not alter State Grid's 25% stake, which it wants the Chinese utility to retain.
UK Pledges Energy and Air Defence Aid to Ukraine at UN Gathering
Britain will contribute to Ukraine's energy infrastructure and explore low-cost air defence options, PM Andy Burnham said during talks with President Zelenskyy in New York.
New Zealand's MMP system and why coalitions decide its elections
New Zealand votes on November 7 under MMP, a system that has made coalitions the norm and given minor parties outsized influence.
Erdogan Revives Kashmir Pitch at UNGA, Urges Dialogue Under UN Charter
Turkish President Erdogan raised Kashmir at the 81st UNGA session, urging dialogue under the UN Charter, weeks after Turkey joined the Mecca pact with Saudi Arabia and Pakistan.
France Balances Strict Secularism With Pope Leo XIV's Four-Day Visit
Pope Leo XIV's four-day France visit tests the country's laïcité model, which keeps the state neutral while allowing public religious events under ordinary rules.
Trump Weighs Diesel Export Ban as Fuel Prices Squeeze US Consumers
Soaring diesel prices are pressuring Trump to consider an export ban ahead of midterms, but analysts warn it could backfire.