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Canada print media to get two-thirds of Google's payment to news outlets
Canada's print media will receive nearly two-thirds of an annual Can$100 million (US$75 million) payment from Google to the country's news outlets in exchange for distribution of their content, the federal government announced Friday. Most of the payout will go to the print media because it is "really dependent" on online platforms to distribute its content, the official added.
Mexico's Maya Train underway, despite environmental concerns
Mexico's Maya tourist train glided into action on Friday, promising prosperity for one of the country's poorest regions, but tainted by allegations of environmental devastation. Cancun is Mexico's leading tourist destination and welcomed 34 million foreign visitors between January and October, according to official figures.
UK's new Hinkley nuclear plant reaches milestone
The UK's planned Hinkley Point C nuclear power plant reached a major milestone on Friday, with the installation of a steel dome that will cover its first reactor building, operator EDF said.
Turkish Airlines makes huge Airbus order in bid for air dominance
Turkish Airlines said on Friday it has decided to purchase more than 200 Airbus aircraft -- with the option for over 100 more -- in the coming decade as it seeks to become the world's largest carrier. The Turkish Airlines statement said it had made firm orders for 230 jets and placed purchasing rights for an additional 125 aircraft.
Turkish Airlines makes huge Airbus order in bid for air supremacy
Turkish Airlines said on Friday it has decided to purchase more than 200 Airbus aircraft -- with the option for over 100 more -- in the coming decade as it seeks to become the world's largest carrier. The Turkish Airlines statement said it had made firm orders for 230 jets and placed purchasing rights for an additional 125 aircraft.
Yemen rebels hit cargo ship in latest Red Sea attack
Yemen's Huthi rebels struck a cargo ship in the Red Sea on Friday, causing a fire on deck in the latest of a near-daily series of attacks in the commercially vital waterway. - 'Threat to commercial shipping' - Sullivan, speaking on a visit to Tel Aviv, said the Huthis were threatening freedom of navigation in the Red Sea, which is vital for oil and goods shipments.
Russian central bank raises key interest rate to 16% to counter inflation
Russia's central bank on Friday raised its key interest rate to 16 percent, announcing a fifth hike since summer in a bid to fight accelerating inflation. Analysts expected the increase as the central bank repeatedly stated its priority to fight inflation, which accelerated to 7.5 percent in November.
Countries risk 'paying polluters' billions to regulate for climate: UN expert
An "explosion" of multibillion-dollar claims by fossil fuel and extractive firms through shadowy investment tribunals is blocking action on climate and nature, the UN Special Rapporteur for Human Rights and Environment has warned, with developing nations increasingly targeted.
Leaks show McKinsey pushed fossil fuel agenda at Africa climate summit
Leaks show McKinsey pushed fossil fuel agenda at Africa climate summit
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