The government's fate will depend on whether it can make things better, says political editor Chris Mason.

David Lammy is on his first visit to the continent since he became foreign secretary.

How live updating of online maps is helping humanitarian work around the world.

The satellite internet company is expanding across Africa, but not without some controversy.

Ofcom warns social media companies could face fines if they don’t comply with the new Online Safety Bill

Seaweed production has been affected by warming seas – this is how farmers are adapting.

Schools are struggling to cope with the logistical hurdles and cost required to make the adjustments.

The funding of British Olympians makes it impossible for emerging sports to develop, says the chief executive of British Handball.

Paul McCloskey has a change of opponent for his contest on 5 May after former IBF champion Julio Diaz pulls out of the bout.

The Russian Government has disclosed that both Luxembourg and Malta have agreed to change their double tax agreement with Russia to increase withholding tax rates on cross-border dividends and interest income.

At its December 22 plenum, Russia's lower house of parliament approved revisions to the country's double tax agreements with Cyprus and Luxembourg.

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The Inland Revenue Authority of Singapore has said that it will be sending tax bills directly to certain taxpayers this tax filing season and will be simplifying filing arrangements for the self-employed.

The Income Tax (Amendment) Bill 2021 was published in Singapore's Official Gazette on November 16, 2021, following approval earlier by Singapore's President.

The Inland Revenue Authority of Singapore has released an update to its goods and services tax guide for the advertising industry.

Guernsey announced no major tax changes to its tax regime in its 2021 Budget, released on November 17, 2020.

The Russian Government has disclosed that both Luxembourg and Malta have agreed to change their double tax agreement with Russia to increase withholding tax rates on cross-border dividends and interest income.

The Dutch Senate has approved the 2021 Tax Plan package, which introduces a lower rate of corporate tax for small- and medium-sized businesses.

At its December 22 plenum, Russia's lower house of parliament approved revisions to the country's double tax agreements with Cyprus and Luxembourg.

On July 10, 2020, the Italian tax authority issued a ruling to explain the rules concerning tax credits for expenditure on adapting workplaces to prevent the spread of COVID-19.

The Swiss Finance Department has said that changes to tax law are not currently needed in response to developments in distributed ledger technology and blockchain.

Cyprus has announced that a deal for the exchange of country-by-country reports between the territory and the US is expected to become effective and cover reporting years starting on or after January 1, 2020.

Highlights: A rare side effect of Covid medication Favipiravir has recently been documented in a male infant Dis

The UK Government is inviting input on the tax challenges associated with the rise of the sharing economy.

Mexico has recently enacted legislative amendments to various tax laws in a bid to restrict the ability of companies to enter into outsourcing arrangements.

EU finance ministers have agreed an update to the rules governing value-added tax rates for goods and services.

The New Zealand Inland Revenue Department has released a new "special report" to provide guidance on changes to real property tax rules and other tax rules that were included in the Taxation (Annual Rates for 2020–21, Feasibility Expenditure, and Remedial Matters) Act 2021.

Following a consultation exercise, the Inland Revenue Authority of Singapore has said the territory intends to go ahead with various important goods and services tax regime changes without accepting amendments proposed by stakeholders.

Modern farming practice of rainwater storage in ancient tanks lauded as best practice adaptation strategy Bonn, Germany. 14 JUNE 2013 —Whether it’s bracing for drought in Sri Lanka with a return to ancient water storage systems or swapping coffee for cocoa in Central America, findings from a new report from the CGIAR Research Program on Climate […]

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The good news is tempered with bad, however, as the study indicates that extreme climate events, especially flooding, will also increase.

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More than 5 billion people could suffer water shortages by 2050 due to climate change, Pincreased demand and polluted supplies, concluded the UN’s 2018 report on the state of the world’s water.

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A holistic approach and reliable database on water resources and their use across Pakistan is the key to achieving food, water, and energy security in the fifth most climate-vulnerable country in the world.

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Water must be at the core of effective climate action, but many countries are unaware of the powerful water-related solutions that exist.

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Over the past decade, men have become more open with their sexual concerns and have accepted that most sexual problems are treatable. Fewer men complain

New study highlights the potential negative impact of climate change on the health of individuals with brain conditions. Emphasizing urgency, their article

A recent study suggests that by 2050, climate change is expected to exacerbate ground-level ozone spikes, potentially causing numerous regions in the

Climate change has the potential to intensify medlinkmultiple sclerosis/medlink (MS) symptoms, reveals review published in iLancet Neurology/i (!--ref1--).

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The World Health Organization has warned that climate change is severely affecting medlinkmental health/medlink and psychosocial well-being, urging

South Korea, China, and Japan pledged their joint commitment to finalize negotiations for a global treaty on medlinkplastic pollution/medlink (!--ref1--).

World's smallest nations, which contribute the least to climate change, are disproportionately affected by its harmful impacts. This trend is expected to intensify in the future.

Scientists have created a groundbreaking novel bioinspired adhesive patch, "Dental Tough Adhesive (DenTAI)" with robust mechanical properties for the treatment of common oral health disorders.

Smallholder farmers are embracing climate-adaptive agriculture, innovations and partnerships.

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Inclusive collective action together with data-based decision-making can help to address climate vulnerabilities and low adaptive capacities.

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Professor Tafadzwa Mabhaudhi, IWMI Research Group Leader - Sustainable and Resilient Food Production Systems, discusses the impact of climate change on the world's future, highlighting its effects and implications.

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Climate change threatens Pakistan's food and water security. An IWMI-hosted workshop stressed data-driven, sustainable water management to combat challenges.

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The seminar, organized by IWMI, looked at how climate change threatens Pakistan's agriculture-dependent economy, requiring adaptive measures like flood protection, drought-resistant crops, and public awareness.

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The seminar, organized by IWMI, stresses climate change awareness, its impact on agriculture, and the need for adaptation, urging informed action.

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IWMI hosts pre-COP28 conference on “Accelerating the Water-Food Climate Nexus Transformation Pathways for Pakistan.”

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IWMI collaborates with the South African government to improve sustainable development and climate security in the water sector.

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