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Pope Francis was the pontiff with ‘2 left feet’ who loved the ‘beautiful game’
From Argentine compatriots Messi and the late Maradona to Ibrahimovic and Buffon, Francis received greatest stars of football at the Vatican.
Published on: April 21, 2025 | Source:
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Wife of former US senator Bob Menendez convicted in bribery scheme
Nadine Menendez helped New Jersey businessmen in exchange for gold, cash and car. Husband was convicted on same bribery charges last year.
Published on: April 21, 2025 | Source:Putin proposes direct peace talks with Ukraine, says he is open to more ceasefires
Separately, Ukraine’s Zelensky said Kyiv is sending delegation to UK to meet envoys from US and other Western countries on Wednesday.
Published on: April 21, 2025 | Source:How Turkmenistan’s Government Neglects Its People (And Why the World Should Care)
“When the international community ignores a country like Turkmenistan, it sends a message that some lives – and some struggles – matter less.”
Published on: April 21, 2025 | Source:US, Philippines Begin Balikatan Annual Drills With South China Sea in Mind
In previewing the drills, military officials mentioned not only the disputed waterway but also the potential deterrent effect in the Taiwan Strait.
Published on: April 21, 2025 | Source:Kremlin welcomes US position that Ukraine will not be let into Nato
‘We have heard … Ukraine’s membership of Nato is out of the question,’ said Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov. ‘This gives us satisfaction’.
Published on: April 21, 2025 | Source:Trump’s Fed feud sparks Wall Street sell-off, dollar dips, gold hits record high
Gold soared as investors fled US assets amid fears of Federal Reserve interference.
Published on: April 21, 2025 | Source:With Xi Jinping Visit, Cambodia Doubles Down on China Ties
The relationship is entering a new phase – one defined by less dependence and more by deepening economic and strategic integration.
Published on: April 21, 2025 | Source:Ready for your next ski trip? How Hongkongers can stay safe on the slopes
Experts advise how to prepare for potential dangers after death of Chinese national from Hong Kong at Japanese resort.
Published on: April 21, 2025 | Source:China’s yuan sees payment popularity rise amid ‘soaring volatility’ in US Treasury market
Washington’s policies seen opening door to greater yuan internationalisation, undermining but not removing US dollar’s dominance in global trade.
Published on: April 21, 2025 | Source:Justice remains elusive for Hasina killing machine’s victims
Alliance for Witness Transparency, a US-based human rights organization, has published a series of interviews with individuals coerced by Hasina into giving false testimonies against top opposition leaders handed out life sentences by Hasina’s judiciary. “I hope he forgives me. Can God forgive someone whom only a human being has the right to forgive?” a […] The post Justice remains elusive for Hasina killing machine’s...
Published on: April 21, 2025 | Source:China calls on Indonesia to jointly oppose protectionism as US trade war deepens
Call from China’s top diplomat Wang Yi follows first ‘2+2’ talks between the two countries’ foreign and defence ministers.
Published on: April 21, 2025 | Source:Pentagon faces ‘meltdown’ as Trump backs Hegseth amid second Signal chat storm
Defence Secretary’s ex-spokesman says there is a ‘meltdown’ at Pentagon over staff drama, leaks as Hegseth faces scrutiny over Signal chats.
Published on: April 21, 2025 | Source:Xi Jinping’s Tour Highlights Southeast Asia as the Frontline of the Global China-US Competition
During his tour of Southeast Asia, Xi presented China’s vision for the region, emphasizing unity against external confrontation (read the U.S. trade war).
Published on: April 21, 2025 | Source:Filipinos mourn death of Pope Francis, their ‘Lolo Kiko’: ‘we grieve like orphans’
Many Filipinos recall the pontiff’s supportive and caring ways, saying he ‘gave voice to the marginalised, the voiceless and powerless’.
Published on: April 21, 2025 | Source:China’s humanoid robot sector enters mass production with Unitree, AgiBot among pack
Six humanoid robot makers plan to produce more than 1,000 units in 2025, driving the value of domestic output to US$616 million this year.
Published on: April 21, 2025 | Source:How Trump’s tariff war could lift China’s satellite sector
Trade restrictions may hasten China’s drive to make its satellite industry more competitive as it reduces dependence on US components.
Published on: April 21, 2025 | Source:What Russia’s Support Means for North Korea’s Nuclear Modernization
Russia’s growing technological assistance has the potential to bolster North Korea’s development of ICBMs and SLBMs, nuclear-powered submarines, and low yield nuclear weapons.
Published on: April 21, 2025 | Source:China’s Humanoid Marathon Signals a New Kind of AI Race
Beijing's robot half-marathon wasn't just spectacle – it reveals China's intent to dominate the emerging humanoid robotics sector and lead on a global level.
Published on: April 21, 2025 | Source:Who will succeed Pope Francis? Exploring potential candidates from Vatican circles
Several contenders have emerged to replace Pope Francis, with each bringing unique qualities and influences to the Vatican’s future leadership.
Published on: April 21, 2025 | Source:Taiwan opposition summit aims to confront DPP ‘suppression’ amid recall battle
Ruling party trying to suppress dissent through legal means after losing control of the legislature last year, KMT chief alleges.
Published on: April 21, 2025 | Source:Chinese scholars take on Trump adviser pushing tariff war as prelude to financial revamp
Stance of Council of Economic Advisers chairman Stephen Miran likened to ‘collecting protection money on the streets’.
Published on: April 21, 2025 | Source:US or China? 2 Philippine provinces show the local face of a global power struggle
US military hosts Cagayan and Palawan hold opposing views of Beijing because of their economic engagements with China, according to a study.
Published on: April 21, 2025 | Source:Imposing Tariffs on China Is Not a Choice to Tackle the US Fentanyl Issue
No single country can respond to the fentanyl challenge alone. What's needed is joint effort and sustained cooperation – not economic coercion.
Published on: April 21, 2025 | Source:How Has Kazakhstan’s Foreign Policy Evolved Under Tokayev?
Tokayev’s foreign policy marks a calibrated shift that emphasizes national sovereignty, economic pragmatism, and diversified multilateral alignments.
Published on: April 21, 2025 | Source:Hong Kong’s Catholic Church recalls ‘inspirational leader’ Pope Francis
Tributes flow for late pontiff who always kept ‘the people of Hong Kong and Macau’ in his ‘thoughts and prayers’.
Published on: April 21, 2025 | Source:500km in one charge: CATL takes EV power to the next level with sodium-ion ‘breakthrough’
The new Naxtra-brand batteries would enable an electric vehicle to travel up to 500km (310 miles) on a single charge.
Published on: April 21, 2025 | Source:Chinese tech giants race to expand AI services market with latest open-standard protocol
China is seeing growing adoption of the model context protocol, which has become a de facto standard for AI integration.
Published on: April 21, 2025 | Source:Hong Kong may feel pain from the trade war but not for too long
While the city’s status as a free port and logistics hub will shield it from total economic ruin, diversifying trade partners is key.
Published on: April 21, 2025 | Source:After the fanfare, what did China’s Xi Jinping achieve on his trip to Southeast Asia?
Xi was hoping to galvanise support for a united front against US tariffs. Each country had its own response, observer says.
Published on: April 21, 2025 | Source:Outrage in South Korea over videos of women being chased to ‘help them get home safely’
Netizens slam the videos for mocking the fear and panic that women feel when approached or followed by unknown men at night.
Published on: April 21, 2025 | Source:Hong Kong authorities seek ban on certain mini konjac jelly cups
Proposal follows coroner’s suggestion that government regulate thickening agent’s use in such products in response to child’s death in 2021.
Published on: April 21, 2025 | Source:Thai-Chinese firm denies safety breach at probe of Bangkok skyscraper collapse during quake
Xin Ke Yuan Steel is being scrutinised for the quality of steel rods in a high-rise that collapsed during last month’s Bangkok earthquake, the only building to fail that day.
Published on: April 21, 2025 | Source:Pope Francis’ death mourned globally by Russia’s Putin, UK’s King Charles, France’s Macron
World leaders praised Pope Francis for his compassion, peace efforts, and interfaith dialogue, leaving a legacy of justice and humility.
Published on: April 21, 2025 | Source:Hongkongers settling in Taiwan to undergo ‘observation period’
Taiwanese minister Chiu Chui-cheng says security requirements should be bolstered for Hongkongers applying for residency.
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