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The WHO has warned of rising pandemic threats in a report highlighting recent disease outbreaks, including Marburg virus, Mpox, and avian influenza, and urges stronger global preparedness.

England’s Atlantic salmon population has fallen to record lows, prompting urgent calls for action to tackle agricultural and industrial pollution, according to the Environment Agency.

Austria’s Styria region has begun construction on its largest agrivoltaic farm, aiming to generate 22 million kWh of solar energy annually, supplying over 6,000 households with clean power.

WTO forecasts global merchandise trade growth of 2.7% in 2024 and 3.0% in 2025, citing easing inflation, declining interest rates, and risks from geopolitical tensions.

The IMF has reduced member borrowing costs by 36%, cutting annual surcharges by $1.2 billion. Five countries, including Argentina and Egypt, will benefit from the new policy starting November 1.

Fires in Brazil have destroyed 22.38 million hectares of forests between January and September, with the Amazon rainforest being the most affected biome, according to a report by MapBiomas.

Rafa Nadal has officially announced his retirement from professional tennis, confirming the Davis Cup final in November will mark the end of his illustrious career.

WHO warns of “collective amnesia” regarding COVID-19 and urges action to protect vulnerable groups from ongoing threats posed by respiratory viruses like influenza, RSV, and COVID-19.

The European Council has endorsed new climate finance goals ahead of COP29, reaffirming the EU’s commitment to $100 billion annually through 2025 and setting the stage for post-2025 targets.

The EU has launched a humanitarian air bridge for Lebanon, delivering critical medical supplies and shelter kits to help alleviate the ongoing economic crisis caused by prolonged political instability.