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BRICS: An economic club or a G7 challenger? - BBC Newsnight

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Summary: BRICS , a group of developing countries including Brazil, Russia, India, China , and South Africa, is expanding and gaining influence on the global stage. The organization faces challenges in balancing its economic goals with geopolitical considerations and maintaining relations with Western powers. China 's role in BRICS raises questions about the organization's direction and potential anti-Western stance. BRICS seeks to share global power with other middle powers and redefine the global order. ...

World’s Longest 'Interconnector' to Supply Green Electricity to 1.4 Million UK Homes

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World’s Longest 'Interconnector' to Supply Green Electricity to 1.4 Million UK Homes Summary: The Viking Link interconnector, spanning over 600 miles, is the world's longest land and sea interconnector, connecting the UK and Denmark. Interconnectors enable the UK to import cheap green electricity during high demand and export excess energy to other countries when wind generation exceeds local needs. Interconnection is critical in the effort to decarbonize the electricity power system and reduce carbon emissions, contributing significantly to the UK's power output. The expansion of interconnectors is essential to secure energy suppl...

Putin Plans ‘Close Cooperation’ with African Military and Law Enforcement

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Summary: Russia plans to establish close cooperation with Africa n military and law enforcement agencies. More than 40 Africa n countries have signed agreements with Russia for the supply of military hardware. Africa 's growing political and economic role is becoming increasingly significant on the global stage. Africa n states' initiative in addressing the Ukraine crisis underscores their readiness to participate in global conflict resolution. Russia intends to continue training Africa n law enforcement and military units in its specialized learning facilities. ...

New high-tech cargo ship sets sail to test wind power at sea

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Summary: The cargo ship PIXAS Ocean embarks on a voyage equipped with wind wings to explore wind power's potential for reducing emissions and energy usage in shipping. Maritime industry leaders, including Cargill, have invested in the development of wind wing technology to accelerate decarbonisation efforts in an industry responsible for nearly 3 percent of global CO2 emissions. Simon Schofield, Chief Technology Officer at Bar Technologies, explains how wind wing sails function, highlighting their ability to optimize energy harvesting and reduce bot...

Japan Dumps Radioactive Water Into Ocean: China BANS Seafood Imports

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Summary: Japan faces backlash for releasing radioactive water from Fukushima into the Pacific Ocean. China bans seafood imports from Japan in response to the discharge, citing potential radioactive contamination. International concerns arise over the environmental and diplomatic consequences of Japan 's actions. The incident highlights the need for global cooperation in addressing nuclear-related environmental challenges. ...

Kemal Kilicdaroglu: The man who wants to end the Erdogan era and transform Turkey

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Kemal Kilicdaroglu: The man who wants to end the Erdogan era and transform Turkey This is Istanbul's newest mosque and today opened by Recep Tayyip Erdogan. For two decades, the president has reshaped Turkey, giving himself vast power, disrupting global diplomacy, picking battles with the West. He's now geeing up his supporters for the weekend's presidential election. Three hours away in the city of Bursa, support amid the bustle. This stall holder tells me he loves the president from the heart that he'd vote for him a million times if he could. This customer says Erdogan is a real man, a leader who even stands up to America. But in truth, Erdogan's grip on power is under strain. His political opponents have united behind a single candidate, welcomed by ever bigger crowds. It's this man, Kamal Kilishtarov, talking to us in his final broadcast interview before...