Trump's productive call with Zelenskiyy, eyes 30-day ceasefire deal
U.S. President Donald Trump had a "very good and productive" phone call with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiyy on Thursday, according to the White House.
Over 150 false killer whales have been stranded on a remote beach in Tasmania, Australia. Rescue teams are working to save the surviving dolphins, while the cause of the stranding remains under investigation.
In a rare and concerning event, more than 150 false killer whales were found stranded on a remote beach in Tasmania, Australia. Eyewitness video footage captured the heartbreaking sight of dozens of these large dolphins, struggling for survival along the windswept stretch of coastline. Some of the dolphins, which can grow up to 20 feet (6.1 meters) long and weigh up to 3,000 lbs (1,361 kg), were seen alive and struggling before the arrival of rescue teams.
The incident occurred on February 19, 2025, near Arthur River, located on Tasmania’s northwest coast, approximately 400 kilometers (250 miles) from the state capital, Hobart. The location was verified using satellite imagery that matched the hills and river visible in the video, which confirmed the event's authenticity. Initial checks by Tasmania's environment department showed that 136 animals were still alive when rescue crews arrived.
The cause of the stranding remains unclear, with authorities stating that the situation is complicated by the inaccessibility of the area, harsh ocean conditions, and the difficulty of transporting specialist rescue equipment to the remote beach. Efforts are ongoing to save as many of the stranded dolphins as possible, though the chances of a full recovery for all the animals remain uncertain.
False killer whales are an endangered species, and this incident has raised concerns about the potential impact on their population. While strandings of marine mammals are not uncommon, the large number of animals involved in this event has raised questions about potential environmental factors that may have contributed to the mass stranding. Rescue efforts continue as authorities work to understand the cause and prevent future incidents.
India has fired a series of missiles into Pakistani-controlled territory, in what it has described as “Operation Sindoor”
For the first time in history, an American has been chosen to lead the Catholic Church, as Cardinal Robert Prevost is named pope.
Discover every major VE Day 80 event in Britain, 5‑8 May 2025—from London’s parade and fly‑past to street parties, concerts and museum exhibitions.
Chinese e-commerce platform Temu has announced it will no longer sell goods directly from China to U.S. customers, shifting instead to U.S.-based sellers amid the closure of a long-criticized customs loophole.
A Rafale fighter jet operated by the Indian Air Force has reportedly been shot down for the first time in combat, according to sources cited by CNN, marking a significant and symbolic development in the ongoing escalation between India and Pakistan.
Azerbaijan showcased its green transition plan at the Copenhagen Ministerial, targeting 30% renewable energy by 2030. The country also secured a $300 billion climate finance pledge and helped finalize a key carbon market agreement, highlighting its growing role in global climate action.
Ahead of COP30 in Belem, Brazil is pushing for the creation of new global governance mechanisms to help nations implement their climate commitments under the Paris Agreement, citing an urgent need to accelerate action.
Latest data show dwindling river flows and worsening drought: these conditions are triggered by warmer-than-average weather and lower precipitation across much of the continent since the beginning of the year, according to the Drought in Europe – April 2025 report, published by the JRC.
In a boost for the green transition in the Middle East and North Africa, a joint guarantee agreement worth €300 million to facilitate the green transformation of urban areas and support the development of green hydrogen market in the Middle East and North Africa has been signed.
Transitioning to green agriculture requires a fundamental shift in budget priorities, sustainable practices, and consumer behavior, the UN Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) emphasized at the 4th Agribusiness Development Forum held in Baku
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