Reuters World News Tsunami warnings, UK and Palestinian statehood, EPA reversal and alien probe
Jul 30, 2025
A massive earthquake near Russia triggered tsunami warnings across the Pacific, affecting Hawaii and beyond. The UK's push for Palestinian statehood adds tension to the Middle East, while Trump's EPA seeks to reverse vital environmental rulings. In cosmic news, a Harvard astrophysicist posits that an interstellar object could be an alien probe, sparking curiosity about extraterrestrial life. Additionally, intriguing discussions arise around U.S. economic policy and social media regulations for teenagers.
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Tsunami Warning Across Pacific
- After an 8.8 magnitude earthquake off Russia's Kamchatka, tsunami warnings spread across the Pacific.
- Hawaii declared a state of emergency, urging people to move inland and upward to avoid waves over three meters tall.
UK Moves to Recognize Palestine
- The UK plans to recognize Palestinian statehood at the UN in September to pressure Israel toward peace.
- This move aims to renew focus on the two-state solution amid crisis fatigue and humanitarian concerns.
Fed Governors Dissent on Rate Cuts
- Rare dissents in the Federal Reserve suggest internal disagreements about cutting interest rates.
- Trump's efforts to influence Fed policy face resistance from governors committed to controlling inflation.