The official campaigning to lead Japan's ruling party began on Tuesday with the longtime right-hand man of prime minister Shinzo Abe now seen as a top candidate and his likely successor to lead the government.
A major oil and gas producer in the Permian Basin withdrew its application for a permit to construct and operate a natural gas facility in southeastern New Mexico. ExxonMobil subsidiary … Click to Continue »
Wildfires have burned a record 2 million acres in California this year, with the US Forest Service announcing the closure of all eight national forests in the southern half of the state.
New Agriculture Minister Charlie McConalogue doesn't believe the role has been damaged despite the upheaval caused by the sacking and resignation of his predecessors.
Minister for Heritage Malcolm Noonan has said he did not rule out further land designations in a meeting with the IFA.
If you're in search of a classic country bolthole, then Derrybawn, a stone-built cottage on c. 14.58 acres near Glendalough in Co Wicklow is the spot. Nestled into a wooded hillside setting with fine views across the mountains, it is for sale with a guide price of €525,000.
