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The UN’s top court begins landmark hearings Monday on global climate protection guidelines. Vanuatu and Pacific island nations lead proceedings before 15 judges. Over two weeks, 100+ countries and organizations—the highest-ever number—will present submissions on safeguarding vulnerable nations from climate change impacts. Source link

Clashes at a football match in Guinea’s N’Zerekore left around 100 dead, hospital sources report. Scenes of carnage included overflowing morgues and hallways. Unverified videos show chaos, with angry crowds later torching a police station. Authorities have yet to confirm the toll. Source link

US President Joe Biden pardoned his son Hunter Biden, avoiding potential prison time for gun and tax convictions. The decision reverses Biden’s past pledge not to use presidential powers for family benefit. The move comes weeks before sentencing and amid President-elect Trump’s impending White House return. Source link

Global arms sales rose 4.2% to $632 billion in 2023, driven by conflicts in Ukraine, Gaza, and Asian tensions, SIPRI reported. Russian and Middle Eastern firms saw notable growth after recovering from 2022 supply challenges, as arms makers ramped up production to meet surging demand. Source link

Stellantis Chief Executive Carlos Tavares resigned abruptly on Sunday, two months after a profit warning at the maker of Jeep, Fiat and Peugeot cars that has lost around 40% of its value this year. Source link

French far-right figurehead Marine Le Pen said Sunday that the government had effectively “put an end to discussions” on the country’s 2025 budget, increasing the likelihood of a vote of no confidence in Prime Minister Michel Barnier. Source link