U.N.'s COP29 Climate Summit Funding Proposal

The draft text from the U.N.'s COP29 climate summit demands wealthy nations to gift $250 billion a year to poorer countries until 2035, causing outrage among climate activists. The summit faces criticism for its reliance on natural gas and lack of commitment from major polluters. The proposed funding amount is considered insufficient by environmental groups.

Tesla's Assembly Plant Halted by Suspected Arson Attack

Tesla's assembly plant outside Berlin halted production due to a suspected arson attack on a nearby high-voltage pylon, cutting off electricity to the factory and surrounding region. The fire did not damage the building, but production was stopped, and employees were evacuated. Investigation is ongoing, and environmental activists are suspected, though no official accusations have been made.

Illegal Loggers Kill Forest Rangers in Central Mexico

Suspected illegal loggers killed 3 forest rangers and wounded 1 in central Mexico near the Iztaccihuatl volcano. Mexico has no national forest service, so local farmers patrol to protect forests. The attackers are presumed to be illegal loggers, and there have been previous killings of environmental activists in the region.

Illegal Logging and Violence Against Environmental Activists in Mexico

Illegal loggers shot and killed three forest rangers near a volcano in Mexico, highlighting the ongoing issue of violence against environmental and land defense activists in the country.