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COP28 president denies using climate talks to push oil deals
COP28 president denies using climate talks to push oil deals
Economy
by  AFP

The Emirati president of the UN climate conference in Dubai denied Wednesday reports that he sought to use his leadership of COP28 to pursue fossil fuel deals for his country. Leaked documents obtained by the BBC and the Centre for Climate Reporting alleged that talking points prepared for Jaber for COP28 meetings with foreign governments pushed joint business opportunities in fossil fuels.

Austria property giant Signa to file for insolvency
Austria property giant Signa to file for insolvency
Economy
by  AFP

Austrian real estate giant Signa -- whose vast portfolio includes New York's iconic Chrysler building -- on Wednesday announced it would initiate insolvency proceedings, filing for court protection as it undergoes restructuring. The company said it would initiate insolvency proceedings at a Vienna court on Wednesday.

Uber to partner with London's black cabs despite disputes
Uber to partner with London's black cabs despite disputes
Economy
by  AFP

Uber is to roll out its service to London black cabs next year, it announced Wednesday, despite long-running friction between drivers of the traditional taxis and the US-based firm. Currently, black cabs are hailed as they drive on London's roads, but people will be able to use Uber to book them from early 2024, with drivers able to sign up to the service from Monday.