U.S. sounds alarm on Ukraine military aid: ‘We are out of money, and nearly out of time’

The White House has issued its most desperate-sounding appeal yet on behalf of Ukraine, warning that without congressional action U.S. military funding will expire this month. The U.S. administration told senior lawmakers that Ukraine will face debilitating consequences on the battlefield unless it gets a new funding package this month. “We are out of money, and … Read more

Commonwealth Games news: Christie Dawes reacts after Gold Coast Mayor Tom Tate’s bid withdrawal

Australian Paralympian Christie Dawes says the Gold Coast’s scrapping of its Commonwealth Games bid is “bitterly disappointing”, but believes it’s “sensible” because of the cost-of-living crisis. While Gold Coast Mayor Tom Tate, Perth Mayor Basil Zempilas and Australian billionaire Gina Rinehart campaigned for the Gold Coast and Perth to join forces for “a coast-to-coast Games”, … Read more

SuperCoach NBL trade guide: Who to buy, hold, sell for round 10

It doesn’t matter if your team is charging or flopping. Benny, Banksy and Boydie – the Basketball Blokes – are here to assist with tips to help you rebound. These are the players you should consider buying, holding and selling in your SuperCoach NBL side for round 10. SELL Sells of the week: Anthony Lamb … Read more

Why solar energy will continue to lead among renewable energy sources in 2024

The renewable energy industry has benefited from rising demand and investment this year, with strength in the sector led by the solar market, according to Deloitte’s 2024 renewable energy industry outlook report released Tuesday. Wind power generation, however, struggled in part due to cost pressures, the report said. Solar is the “most flexible renewable resource,” … Read more

El Salvador National Treasury In Profit After Bitcoin Surge Above $40,000

El Salvador’s national Bitcoin treasury is back in the green. At least, that’s the latest data from NayibTracker.com, a website dedicated to following the performance of El Salvador’s President Nayib Bukele’s decision to invest in Bitcoin in 2021. The website tracks the time and date of known purchases, as well as those that Bukele has pledged to … Read more