"You will never be happier than you expect. To change your happiness, change your expectation." - Bette Davis

Individuals must always be safeguarded from discrimination. Belief systems, however, must remain open to scrutiny. When we confuse the two, we compromise free expression and weaken open debate

America: Freedom of speech for me, but not for thee

For everyone saying political violence has no place in this country… Remember two Democratic legislators were shot in Minnesota just this year. And America shrugged and moved on.

"It has always been easy to hate and destroy. To build and to cherish is much more difficult." - Queen Elizabeth II

Britain’s FPTP system risks a hard-right takeover, potentially putting Farage in power with a minority of votes. Electoral reform via proportional representation could safeguard democracy

Spain’s PM Sánchez unveils 10-point climate plan after deadly wildfires: civil protection agency, climate refuges, forest management, water resilience, sustainable farming, and green transition

Debunking climate lies is now a full-time job. Governments, big oil, and far-right groups spread misinformation and block action, while public support for urgent climate measures remains strong. Journalists, youth activists, and campaigners keep fighting for real change

UK records hottest summer on record in 2025: average 16.1°C (61°F). Climate change made this 70x more likely. Heatwaves, water shortages, and a “false autumn” show rising extremes. Experts urge adaptation and emissions cuts

1/ I’ve been interviewing Americans living abroad. When I ask what they miss most, the answers vary widely. But when I ask what they don’t miss, the top four responses are nearly always the same:

Only 20% of European homes have AC vs 90% in the US — and under 5% in the UK. As heatwaves intensify, the lack of cooling is hitting productivity, daily life, and tourism. Economists warn Europe’s failure to adapt could cost growth and competitiveness

Visits from Canada to the US are plunging—July saw 37% fewer car trips and 26% fewer flights than last year. Northern border cities are hit hardest. Policies and rhetoric are souring sentiment, putting $21B in tourism revenue at risk by year’s end

5M Americans abroad face the ‘severe weight’ of U.S. double taxation. One father fears his kids will inherit financial discrimination. Congress: pass LaHood’s bill and bring fairness

70+ page tax returns, double taxation, and IRS claims on foreign homes. Millions of Americans abroad face this because the U.S. refuses residence-based taxation. Congress must fix it—pass LaHood’s bill

This should be headline news - the implications are horrifying …

"Getting old is like climbing a mountain; you get a little out of breath, but the view is much better!" - Ingrid Bergman

A study finds space-based solar power could supply up to 80% of Europe’s renewable energy by 2050, cutting costs 15% and slashing battery use. Researchers say orbiting panels beaming constant power could be key to net zero, if tech and costs align

A Rome tour guide collapsed and died while leading visitors through the Colosseum in extreme heat. Her death has reignited calls to shift summer opening hours earlier and later, as guides warn climate change is making midday tours unsafe for workers and tourists alike

Earth’s past mass extinctions weren’t mostly asteroids, but runaway CO₂ from volcanism. Today, we’re emitting carbon up to 10x faster than those ancient eruptions. The danger isn’t only how much, BUT HOW FAST — pushing the planet toward a sixth mass extinction

An American in the UK says U.S. tax laws and FATCA leave millions abroad shut out of banks, punished for saving, and drowning in filings. She urges Congress to back Residence-Based Taxation so citizens can live with dignity without being forced to renounce their nationality

Paris is bracing for future heat waves of 50C or 122F that could melt roads, shut hospitals and paralyse the city. Officials are planting trees, insulating buildings and running crisis drills but experts warn it is a race against time and adaptation is falling behind climate change

Putin is a war criminal. Ukraine is a sovereign nation. Remember that tomorrow.

#SlavaUkraini 🇺🇦

“To live is to choose. But to choose well, you must know who you are and what you stand for, where you want to go and why you want to get there." - Kofi Annan

Record-breaking heat in Jordan & Israel: nights above 35 °C (95 °F), daytime highs near 50 °C (122 °F). Low-altitude valleys, limited relief, and climate change make this “hellish” heat deadly, especially for outdoor workers and vulnerable populations

Spain faces deadly annual heatwaves, rising temperatures, wildfires, and vulnerable communities, yet politicians remain largely inactive. Citizens adapt while leadership lags—summer is the new climate crisis reality

"This is my invariable advice to people: Learn how to cook—try new recipes, learn from your mistakes, be fearless and above all have fun." - Julia Child

Sudan faces its worst cholera outbreak in years, with nearly 100,000 cases and 2,400 deaths. Overcrowded camps, war, and lack of clean water fuel the crisis, which is already spreading to South Sudan and Chad. Aid cuts worsen the threat

A container ship sank off Kerala, spilling millions of tiny plastic nurdles into the sea. Nearly impossible to clean, they poison marine life, harm fisheries, and threaten human health. With plastic pollution rising, urgent global rules on pellet transport and accountability are overdue

Europe is sweltering under record heat, fuelling deadly wildfires from Spain to Greece. Thousands evacuated, homes destroyed, and temperatures topping 40°C. Scientists warn climate change is making the continent hotter, drier, and more fire-prone

Martha’s Vineyard faces a tick-driven allergy surge—alpha-gal syndrome forces many to ditch meat and dairy. Local farms and restaurants pivot to vegan-friendly menus as cases skyrocket, reshaping island life and diets

Climate change is making “best time to visit” guides obsolete. Seasons are unpredictable, weather extremes disrupt plans, and local insight now matters more than historical averages. Travel must adapt: real-time updates, flexible trips, and new off-season adventures

Thousands in Israel protest Netanyahu’s Gaza war expansion, fearing it will endanger hostages. Families urge a strike, soldiers refuse service, and polls show most want a deal with Hamas over more fighting. Even Israel’s army chief warns it’s a trap

Only 20% of European homes have AC vs 90% in the US — and under 5% in the UK. As heatwaves intensify, the lack of cooling is hitting productivity, daily life, and tourism. Economists warn Europe’s failure to adapt could cost growth and competitiveness

London’s Elizabeth line was late, over budget… and a smash hit. 1 in 7 UK rail journeys now. 30% of riders came from cars. Faster trips, regenerated areas, reshaped the city. So why aren’t we building more Crossrails in London, Birmingham, the North? 🚆

Human connection to nature has fallen 60% since 1800, driven by urbanisation and lost intergenerational links. Study says the fix isn’t small parks — it’s 10× greener cities, early childhood exposure, and family engagement

Helsinki just hit a major milestone: 12 months with zero traffic deaths. Lower speed limits, safer street design, better enforcement, top-notch public transport, and decades of planning made it happen. Injury crashes are way down too. Vision Zero in action🚦

"Either you deal with what is the reality, or you can be sure that the reality is going to deal with you." - Alex Haley

In 2023, marine heatwaves engulfed 96% of the oceans, lasting up to 525 days and breaking all records. Coral reefs, fisheries, and ecosystems face dire threats as climate change pushes us toward a possible tipping point. The ocean’s heat crisis is here—and it’s worse than we thought

A plan to undo a key climate rule risks dirtier air, worse storms, and more health problems to benefit polluters. We must stand firm and protect the planet

Japan’s population fell by nearly 1 million last year as deaths doubled births—the steepest decline since 1968. Aging society, low birth rates, economic pressures, and slow immigration keep the crisis deepening. The country faces decades-long challenges ahead

Import tariffs have jumped to over 18%, the highest since 1934. Prices on clothes, shoes, food, and cars are rising fast. A new car could cost $5,800 more. Retailers are passing costs to shoppers. Lower-income families are hit hardest. Inflation pressure is building

Plastics carry toxic additives. They’re in our bodies, our children, and the environment — and global production is set to triple. A UN treaty could change that. Ban harmful chemicals, demand transparency, and stop the plastic industry’s denial playbook

Sudan is on the brink: 3.2M children face acute malnutrition, women-led families are starving, and human rights abuses rage on. This isn’t a crisis. It’s collapse. Aid is blocked. Violence spreads. Without urgent global action, an entire generation may be lost

“Love yourself first and everything else falls into line. You really have to love yourself to get anything done in this world." - Lucille Ball

"No one has ever become poor by giving." - Anne Frank

Old friendships don’t survive on nostalgia—they survive because you show up. Call the friend. Plan the visit. Stay in touch. It matters more than you think

Nordic countries are baking under a record-breaking heatwave. Arctic Norway hit 30°C+ for 13 days, Finland’s had 3 straight weeks of it, and Sweden hasn’t seen heat like this in over a century

"The longer I live, the more deeply I learn that love—whether we call it friendship or family or romance—is the work of mirroring and magnifying each other's light." - James Baldwin

Kamala Harris tells Colbert her new book 107 Days dives into her short 2024 run, why she skipped the California governor race, and how she’s working outside the system she calls “broken.” Still fighting for democracy—without giving in to despair