World leaders, activists & pope make Earth Day appeals
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World leaders, activists & pope make Earth Day appeals
The United States and other countries hiked their targets for slashing greenhouse gas emissions at a summit on Thursday, as climate activists and Pope Francis urged political leaders to act with courage and justice.
GRETA THUNBERG: "Unlike you, my generation will not give up without a fight." Eighteen-year-old climate activist Greta Thunberg sought to shame U.S. lawmakers on Thursday during a House hearing on fossil fuel subsidies, calling tax breaks for that industry a "disgrace" and said history would judge those in favor of them harshly.
THUNBERG: "How long do you honestly believe that people in power like you will get away with it?
How long do you think you can continue to ignore the climate crisis, the global aspect of equity and historic emissions without being held accountable?
... We, the young people, are the ones who are going to write about you in the history books.
We are the ones who get to decide how you will be remembered." The hearing fell on the day President Joe Biden began a virtual two-day Earth Day global climate summit with the leaders of 40 countries and said the United States - the world's second-leading emitter - would cut greenhouse emissions by 50% by 2030 from 2005 levels.
U.S. CLIMATE ENVOY JOHN KERRY: "Will we probably exceed it?
I suspect yes." Later, at a White House briefing, U.S. climate envoy John Kerry told reporters that the U.S. will likely exceed that pledge.
China - the world's top emitter - said it would begin phasing out coal.
And Brazil announced its most ambitious environmental goal yet, saying the country would reach emissions neutrality 10 years earlier than its previous target.
Brazil's President Jair Bolsonaro had sought to closely align with the United States under former President Donald Trump, who did not criticize Brazil's environmental policy despite a major surge in Amazon rainforest deforestation and fires.
But the Biden administration appears to have forced a realignment in relations by placing the environment at the center of U.S.-Brazil talks.
POPE FRANCIS (ITALIAN): "Now is the time to act." Meanwhile, Pope Francis said in his Earth Day message on Thursday that the planet was "at the brink" and that humanity had to avoid "the path of self destruction."
Speaking to a crowd of around 39,000 in the King Baudouin Stadium in Brussels, the pontiff wrapped up a difficult visit to Belgium by saying, "There is no place for the covering up of abuse."
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Pope Francis addressed concerns of both students and professors, including social inequality, the climate crisis and the role of women within the Catholic church.
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Earlier on Friday, Belgium's prime minister blasted the pontiff for the Catholic Church's horrific legacy, demanding "concrete steps" to come clean with the past and put victims' interests ahead of those of the institution.
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During a recent campaign event in Scranton, Pennsylvania, President Joe Biden launched a sharp attack on supporters of Republican nominee Donald Trump, characterising them as the kind of individuals "you'd like to smack in the ass." His remarks came as he criticised Trump’s proposed tax cuts for high earners, framing them as harmful to working-class Americans. Biden's comments aimed to highlight what he perceives as the detrimental effects of Trump’s policies, which he argues primarily benefit the wealthy. This outburst, reflecting Biden's escalating rhetoric against Trump and his supporters, underscores the growing tensions as the November 5 election approaches. The President's comments sparked discussions about the deepening divide in American politics, with both candidates intensifying their messaging in the lead-up to the election.
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In his Diwali message, Donald Trump condemned violence against Hindus in Bangladesh following Sheikh Hasina's government collapse, criticizing Kamala Harris and Joe Biden for ignoring Hindu issues globally. He promised to protect Hindu Americans and strengthen ties with India's PM Modi. The Bangladesh crisis has resulted in attacks on Hindus in over 200 locations across 48 districts.
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In a shocking revelation, Russian officials are alleging that U.S. President Joe Biden is behind the sabotage of the Nord Stream pipelines, an act they claim has deliberately crippled Germany's economy. As investigations stall, Moscow's accusations point to a calculated effort to undermine European energy security. With calls for accountability growing, we dive deep into the implications of this high-stakes geopolitical drama. Are these allegations mere propaganda, or is there a kernel of truth behind them? Join us as we explore the potential ramifications for U.S.-European relations and the ongoing conflict in Ukraine.
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Waka Flocka Flame is one of hip hop's most vocal Donald Trump supporters, and it turns out his chatterbox has been his only political contribution -- records.. TMZ.com
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Elon Musk went in hard on Jennifer Lopez ... saying it's rich she's warning people about Donald Trump but was mum about ex-boyfriend Sean "Diddy" Combs for all.. TMZ.com
Economist Mitali Nikore highlights a critical gap in U.S. social policy, noting that, unlike several developed and emerging economies, the U.S. has yet to elect a female president and lacks a federal paid maternity leave policy a stark contrast to nations like India, which have made strides in these areas. In sectors like childcare and maternity leave, the U.S. remains behind, facing systemic gaps in support for working mothers and female leaders.
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Donald Trump says he would end Russia's war in Ukraine should he return to the White House - but any rushed deal will likely leave Kyiv much weaker and European.. Sky News
In a recent statement, Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov addressed Vladimir Putin's humorous endorsement of U.S. Vice President Kamala Harris, emphasizing that Russia will no longer depend on any "Good Uncle" in the White House. Lavrov underscored the influence of the "deep state" in Washington and reaffirmed Russia's commitment to self-reliance in the face of shifting U.S. politics. This provocative commentary highlights the growing skepticism towards American leadership from Moscow.
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International climate activist Greta Thunberg has urged the US Congress to end fossil fuel subsidies during a hearing on the issue.The House Oversight Committee hearing took place on the same day the..
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