BAKU: Countries at the United Nations climate conference (COP29) in Baku, Azerbaijan, adopted a $300 billion a year global finance target on Sunday to help developing nations cope with impacts of climate change, a deal it’s intended recipients denounced as ‘an insult’, according to the UN. Developing countries, who had sought over $ 1 trillion in assistance to truly address the complexities of the climate crisis, expressed their deep disappointment at the outcome of the talks which came to a contentious end. UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres also indicated in a social media post his disappointment, saying that he “had hoped for a more ambitious outcome, on both finance and mitigation, to meet the great challenge we face.” He said, “The agreement is a base on which to build. It must be honoured in full and on time. Commitments must quickly become cash.” After adoption of the agreement, speakers from one developing country after another assailed the document in furious statements. “Chaotic, poorly managed, and a complete failure in terms of delivering the ambition required.” After two weeks of intense negotiations, delegates at COP29, formally the 29th Conference of Parties to the UN Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC), agreed to provide this funding annually, with an overall climate financing target to reach at least $1.3 trillion by 2035. That is the amount they say must be invested in the energy transitions of lower-income countries, in addition to what those countries already spend, to keep the planet average temperature rise under 1.5 degrees Celsius. Beyond that threshold, scientists say, global warming will become more dangerous and harder to reverse. Countries also agreed on the rules for a UN-backed global carbon market., the UN said. This market will facilitate the trading of carbon credits, incentivizing countries to reduce emissions and invest in climate-friendly projects. These were among the big-ticket issues decided upon as the summit, which has been going on since November 12 at the enormous Baku Stadium in the Azerbaijan capital, went into double overtime. Another was the extension of a programme centered on gender and climate change. This summit had been dubbed the climate finance COP, and representatives from all countries were seeking to establish a new, higher climate finance goal. The target, or new collective quantified goal (NCQG), will replace the existing $100 billion goal that is due to expire in 2025. In the closing days at COP29, negotiating teams from the developed and developing worlds were deadlocked over a final deal, with reports that representatives for least developed countries and the Alliance of Small Island States (AOIS) had walked out of the talks. For some vulnerable nations, it represents a glimmer of hope—but only if commitments translate into swift action. Commitments must quickly become cash, the Secretary-General stressed, urging all countries to work together to meet the upper end of the new financial goal. Beyond finance, COP29 built on previous gains in emissions reduction targets, the acceleration of the energy transition, and a long-sought agreement on carbon markets. These achievements come despite an uncertain and divided geopolitical landscape, which threatened to derail negotiations. The UN chief commended negotiators for finding common ground, noting, You have shown that multilateralism – centred on the Paris Agreement – can find a path through the most difficult issues. UN Climate Change Executive Secretary Simon Stiell described the new finance goal agreed at COP29 as an insurance policy for humanity. This deal will keep the clean energy boom growing and protect billions of lives. It will help all countries to share in the huge benefits of bold climate action: more jobs, stronger growth, cheaper and cleaner energy for all.But like any insurance policy – it only works – if the pe premiums are paid in full, and on time. He acknowledged that no country got everything they wanted, and that the world leaves Baku with a mountain of work to do. So, this is no time for victory laps. We need to set our sights and redouble our efforts on the road to in the eastern Amazonian region of Brazil, which is set to host COP30 next year. While some delegations applauded the deal, others, especially from the developing world, expressed their deep disappointment at what they argued was an insulting financing target and the fact that the agreed text failed to build on an agreement passed last year calling for nations to transition away from fossil fuels. A representative from a group of small island nations said: After this COP29 ends, we cannot just sail off into the sunset. We are literally sinking, and the conference outcome highlighted what a very different boat our vulnerable countries are in, compared to the developed countries. Striking a different tone, a representative from the delegation of the European Union said the new climate finance goal would simply will bring much, much more private money on the table, and that is what we need. And with these funds, we are confident we will reach the 1.3 trillion objective. Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. Δ document.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() );Minnesota looks to stop skid vs. Bethune-Cookman
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Bieber re-signs with GuardiansPublished 22:33 IST, November 30th 2024 Maoist activities have come down substantially in Odisha over last few years, and only 60-70 members of the proscribed organisation are active in state. Bhubaneswar: Maoist activities have come down substantially in Odisha over the last few years, and only 60-70 members of the proscribed organisation are active in the state, a senior BSF officer said on Saturday. Addressing a press conference ahead of the BSF Raising Day on December 1, BSF IG (Frontier HQ - Special Ops) CD Aggarwal said most of the active Maoists in Odisha belong to neighbouring Andhra Pradesh and Chhattisgarh. "Only seven of them are from Odisha and they are not in any leadership roles," he said. According to the Union Home Ministry, seven districts -- Kalahandi, Kandhamal, Bolangir, Malkangiri, Nabarangpur, Nuapada, and Rayagada, have been categorised as Left Wing Extremism (LWE) affected but Maoist activities are mostly confined to the Kalahandi-Kandhamal-Boudh-Nayagarh (KKBN) region, he said. "While significant progress has been made, challenges remain, particularly in the dense forests of Kalahandi, Kandhamal and Boudh where IED threats persist. Additionally, the socio-economic impact of Naxal-linked narcotics trafficking, especially Ganja cultivation, poses new hurdles," Aggarwal said. He said BSF was first deployed in Odisha in 2010 when Naxal violence was at its peak. "The BSF has conducted anti-Maoist operations in some of the most treacherous terrains and neutralised 250-300 Naxalites, recovered arms and explosives and facilitated the surrender of hard-core cadres," he said. "In 2024, three dreaded Naxalites were neutralised and 24 hardcore cadres surrendered. Besides, 34 IEDs, 117 grenades, and a large cache of arms and ammunition were seized in the state," he added. Aggarwal said one of the most significant achievements for the force was transforming the erstwhile cut-off area into 'Swabhiman Anchal'. "The BSF is committed to eradicating Naxalism from Odisha by March 2026, with enhanced coordination with Odisha Police and intelligence agencies, deployment of advanced technologies like drones and satellite surveillance and strengthening community engagement," he said. Fourteen BSF personnel gave their lives while combating Maoists in Odisha since 2010, he said. (Except for the headline, this story has not been edited by Republic and is published from a syndicated feed.) Get Current Updates on India News , Entertainment News along with Latest News and Top Headlines from India and around the world. Updated 22:33 IST, November 30th 2024
Fox News Flash top sports headlines are here. Check out what's clicking on Foxnews.com. A quarterback duel ensued between the Tennessee Titans’ Will Levis and the Houston Texans’ C.J. Stroud on Sunday in an AFC South clash, and the improbable occurred. The Titans and Levis came away with the 32-27 win to move to 3-8 on the season. CLICK HERE FOR MORE SPORTS COVERAGE ON FOXNEWS.COM Tennessee Titans tight end Chig Okonkwo runs past Texans safety Eric Murray after a catch to score a touchdown during the second half of an NFL football game, Nov. 24, 2024, in Houston. (AP Photo/Eric Christian Smith) The second-year quarterback threw a 38-yard touchdown pass to Nick Westbrook-Ikhine late in the first quarter to take a 10-7 lead. Then, on the first play of their drive with about 9:35 left in the game, Levis found Chig Okonkwo for a 70-yard touchdown pass. Tennessee’s big play gave them a 30-27 lead. Later, Titans linebacker Harold Landry III put the icing on the cake with a safety on Stroud at the 1:13 mark. Levis was 18-of-24 with 278 passing yards. He was sacked eight times, fumbled the ball away and threw an interception but still got the Titans the win. AARON RODGERS HAS RESISTED INJURY SCANS TO AVOID BEING BENCHED: REPORT Texans defensive tackle Tommy Togiai sacks Tennessee Titans quarterback Will Levis during the second half of an NFL football game, Nov. 24, 2024, in Houston. (AP Photo/Ashley Landis) Titans running back Tony Pollard ran for 119 yards on 24 carries. He scored a 10-yard touchdown in the second quarter. Calvin Ridley led the team with five catches for 93 yards. Tennessee’s defense gave Stroud a headache. Linebacker Kenneth Murray Jr. and defensive back Jarvin Brownlee Jr. each picked off Stroud. Stroud finished with two touchdown passes. He was 20-of-33 with 247 yards. He started the game with a 19-yard touchdown pass to Cade Stover on their first drive. He then found Nico Collins for a five-yard touchdown pass. But there was no offense from the Texans beyond that. Houston cornerback Jimmie Ward took a Levis interception back 65 yards for a score in the third quarter. It gave the Texans a one-point lead. Kicker Ka’imi Fairbain added to it with a 54-yard field goal. But the defense couldn’t make the play to stop Okonkwo from scoring. It proved to be the major difference-maker. Texans wide receiver Nico Collins celebrates his touchdown with fans during the first half of an NFL football game against the Tennessee Titans, Nov. 24, 2024, in Houston. (AP Photo/Eric Christian Smith) Collins had five catches for 92 yards. Stover had three catches for 26 yards. CLICK HERE TO GET THE FOX NEWS APP Houston fell to 7-5 on the year. Follow Fox News Digital’s sports coverage on X and subscribe to the Fox News Sports Huddle newsletter . Ryan Gaydos is a senior editor for Fox News Digital.
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Wisconsin faces its first losing season in 23 years and the end of a bowl streak when the Badgers host arch-rival Minnesota on Friday in the annual Big Ten battle for Paul Bunyan's Axe. Minnesota (6-5, 4-4) lost to No. 4 Penn State 26-25. Wisconsin (5-6, 3-5 Big Ten) lost its fourth straight, 44-25, at Nebraska in a game that was not as close as the score. "Well 1890 is the first time we played this football team coming up and this is what it's all about," Minnesota coach P.J. Fleck said of the rivalry. "And you wouldn't want to have it any other way, being able to end the season with one of your biggest rivals. I know our guys will be ready to go, ready to play." Wisconsin has 22 consecutive winning seasons since going 5-7 under Barry Alvarez in 2001, the longest active streak among Power 4 teams. The Badgers also have played in a bowl game in each of the last 22 seasons, the longest active streak in the Big Ten and third-longest in FBS. Wisconsin coach Luke Fickell is more concerned with the rivalry game than the winning season and bowl streaks. "I'm not downplaying it, I'm not saying it's not important, I'm not saying it's another thing that's on our plate," Fickell said Monday. "But when it gets down to this last week, it's about one thing, it's about the rivalry. It's about preparing to play in the most important game of the year." The Gophers have dropped their last two games after winning four in a row. Minnesota averages 26.6 points per game, while allowing 18.5, 15th-best in the country. Max Brosmer has completed 67 percent of his passes for 221 per game with 15 touchdowns and five interceptions. Daniel Jackson is the top target with 69 catches for 802 yards and three scores, and Darius Taylor is the top rusher with 730 yards at 4.8 per carry with nine touchdowns. One week after leading Oregon after three quarters, the Wisconsin defense was shredded for 473 yards and five touchdowns by Nebraska. Braedyn Locke, who took over at quarterback when Tyler Van Dyke suffered an early season-ending knee injury, has thrown at least one interception in eight consecutive games. Locke has completed 56.4 percent of his passes for 180.6 yards per game, with 12 touchdowns and 10 picks. Tawee Walker is the leading rusher with 828 yards at 4.7 per carry with 10 touchdowns. He has failed to reach 60 yards in three of the last four games. Former Wisconsin and NFL standout JJ Watt posted on social media his assessment - and frustration - with the Badgers after the Nebraska game. "Losing happens, it's part of the game. Hearing announcers talk about how much tougher and more physical Nebraska & Iowa are while getting blown out ... that's the issue," Watt wrote on X. "We are Wisconsin. Physicality, running game, great O-Line and great defense. That is our identity." Wisconsin defeated the Gophers 28-14 last after Minnesota had won the previous two meetings. The Badgers have won 7 of the last 10 and lead the storied series 63-62-8. --Field Level MediaOnly 60-70 Maoists Active in Odisha, Most of Them From Andhra: BSF