EU carbon tax more about political wrangling than tackling climate change, analysts tell RT

The new European Commission president has been trying to make fighting climate change the hallmark of her presidency. However, her proposals could further split the bloc and backfire, hurting the EU itself, analysts believe. … Read More >EU carbon tax more about political wrangling than tackling climate change, analysts tell RT

Cleansing by fire? Hong Kong protesters set QUARANTINE-slated building alight as locals reject any coronavirus patients near them

In a bizarre attack, masked protesters have thrown Molotov cocktails into the lobby of a building that the Hong Kong authorities were planning to use to quarantine people in need of testing for the deadly coronavirus. … Read More >Cleansing by fire? Hong Kong protesters set QUARANTINE-slated building alight as locals reject any coronavirus patients near them

A resurrection of sorts: Kim Jong-un’s aunt stuns guests with a shock appearance, after being ‘killed’ by tabloids years ago

The once-powerful aunt of North Korea strongman Kim Jong-un, who had not been seen in public since the downfall and execution of her husband, has reappeared as a guest of honor at an official Lunar New Year’s Day celebration. … Read More >A resurrection of sorts: Kim Jong-un’s aunt stuns guests with a shock appearance, after being ‘killed’ by tabloids years ago

Chinese health chiefs warn coronavirus is growing ‘stronger’, MUTATION closely monitored by scientists

The mysterious coronavirus is now spreading more rapidly and little is still known about it, China’s senior health officials said, as Beijing grapples with shortages of hazmat suits and protective masks. … Read More >Chinese health chiefs warn coronavirus is growing ‘stronger’, MUTATION closely monitored by scientists