Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer announced at COP29 in Azerbaijan that the UK will aim for an 81% emissions cut by 2035, exceeding previous targets. The new goal, recommended by the Climate Change Committee, aligns with the Paris Agreement’s aim to limit global warming to 1.5C. The UK’s transition towards greener energy has already significantly reduced emissions, with future reductions requiring lifestyle changes such as possible taxes on meat and dairy consumption.
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Google dealt blow at EU’s top court over record €4.12bn competition fine
Google's attempt to overturn a €4.12bn EU competition fine was undermined by an advocate-general's ruling supporting accusations that the company used its Android system to hinder competitors. This ruling aids the European Commission's efforts to enforce stricter regulations on major tech firms, adding to Google's total fines of €8bn over a decade. Need More Context? 🔎
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