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Is the Philippines' reforestation drive coming up short?
The Philippines launched one of the world's largest reforestation efforts. But satellite data and field reports raise questions: Is the program really restoring forests?
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Not enough rain: How can Germany cope with drought?
This spring was one of the driest on record in Germany. Agriculture, groundwater, and even retail prices are suffering. Plants and ecosystems are already in drought stress. What can be done?
Published on: May 31, 2025 | Source:Germany faces dire drought
This spring was one of the driest on record. The dramatic lack of rainfall has serious consequences for Germany's agricultural sector, ecosystem and beyond.
Published on: May 31, 2025 | Source:How Germany can cope with drought
This spring was one of the driest on record. The dramatic lack of rainfall has serious consequences for Germany's agricultural sector, ecosystem and beyond.
Published on: May 31, 2025 | Source:Bulgarian nationalists march against euro currency adoption
Fears that the it will harm the economy, coupled with a mistrust of institutions has led many to oppose the euro. Disinformation campaigns have muddled the debate over Bulgaria's economic transition.
Published on: May 31, 2025 | Source:Iran's spying game: How does Tehran get Israelis to betray their homeland?
Israeli officials say 20 Iran-related espionage cases have been filed in Israel over the past year and 30 indictments have been issued. Although these files have different stories, their pattern and that of the Iranian intelligence services' target society for recruiting sources is nearly identical.
Published on: May 31, 2025 | Source:Middle East updates: Hamas demands permanent end to Gaza war
Hamas has responded to the ceasefire proposal put forward by US envoy Steve Witkoff. Meanwhile, Jordan said a planned visit by Arab lawmakers to the West Bank was postponed due to "Israel's obstruction."
Published on: May 31, 2025 | Source:Hamas responds to US proposal by demanding permanent Gaza ceasefire
As part of its counter-proposal, Hamas has agreed to release 10 living Israeli hostages and 18 deceased ones for 125 Palestinian prisoners and 1,111 detained Gazans.
Published on: May 31, 2025 | Source:Latest news bulletin | May 31st β Evening
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Published on: May 31, 2025 | Source:AfD and radical Christians: An alliance of convenience?
The radical right in Germany, Europe and the US portrays itself as the defender of the Christian West against Islam. But religion is not really at the heart of this conflict.
Published on: May 31, 2025 | Source:Merz to meet Trump in Washington next week
The two leaders are expected to discuss the war in Ukraine, the Middle East and trade policy at meeting on Thursday.
Published on: May 31, 2025 | Source:Iran has amassed more near weapons-grade uranium, UN watchdog IAEA says
In its report, the International Atomic Energy Agency warns that Iran is now βthe only non-nuclear-weapon state to produce such material" β something the agency said was of "serious concern.β
Published on: May 31, 2025 | Source:EU prepared to counter new Trump tariffs
"If no mutually acceptable solution is reached, both existing and additional EU measures will automatically take effecton July 14 β or earlier, if circumstances require," the European Commission said.
Published on: May 31, 2025 | Source:Thousands protest in Bulgaria against Euro and to maintain national currency
Bulgaria's new government, which was formed last month, has made eurozone membership a key priority. Opposition parties want a referendum to be held.
Published on: May 31, 2025 | Source:Cologne: Ford workers in Germany strike for first time
The car manufacturer Ford is in crisis. More than 10,000 workers in Cologne officially went on strike this month for the first time in the plant's 100-year history. Recent changes mean thousands of jobs are at risk.
Published on: May 31, 2025 | Source:Russia is 'mocking' the US, Lithuanian defence minister tells Euronews
The Kemlin has no incentive to stop the war, according to DovilΔ Ε akalienΔ, in particular amid growing cooperation with North Korea, China and Iran.
Published on: May 31, 2025 | Source:Trumpβs move-fast-and-break-things tariff strategy collides with reality
Trumpβs determination to move fast could slow implementation of his tariff regime. It also threatens to cost him credibility.
Published on: May 31, 2025 | Source:Zelenskyy casts doubt on peace talks prospects as Russian strikes on Ukraine continue
Zelenskyy said Russia had so far failed to produce a promised memorandum setting out its position on ending its all-out war in Ukraine ahead of next week's renewed peace talks in Istanbul.
Published on: May 31, 2025 | Source:IAEA warns Iran has upped enriched uranium production
The international nuclear watchdog said Iran's stocks of 60% enriched uranium have increased to over 400 kilograms. It also criticized Iran for a "lack of cooperation."
Published on: May 31, 2025 | Source:Dutch defense minister warns of Chinese spying threat
Beijing's espionage on Dutch semiconductors and other high-tech areas is "intensifying," Ruben Brekelmans tells Reuters at Shangri-La Dialogue security forum.
Published on: May 31, 2025 | Source:Inter and PSG to battle for Champions League title amid tight security in Munich
Police is reckoning on around 500 violent-prone fans from Milan and 150 from Paris.
Published on: May 31, 2025 | Source:Sex, sleaze and subversion: Inside London's new grindhouse cinema
As mainstream cinemas fight for survival, a micro grindhouse in London is offering hope through freaky programming and analogue formats.
Published on: May 31, 2025 | Source:Germany: Small plane crash kills 2 in Korschenbroich
The plane crashed into a residential building in the western German state of North Rhine-Westphalia. One of the dead is presumed to be the pilot.
Published on: May 31, 2025 | Source:China slams Macron over βunacceptableβ comments on Taiwan and Ukraine
French president warned that unchecked Russian aggression in Ukraine could set a precedent in Asia.
Published on: May 31, 2025 | Source:Afghanistan, Pakistan upgrade ties amid diplomatic thaw
In a sign of warming relations between Kabul and Islamabad, the two neighbors have decided to appoint ambassadors in each other's capitals. The decision came days after their top diplomats met in Beijing.
Published on: May 31, 2025 | Source:Nigeria: Death toll from major floods passes 150
Torrential rains in central Nigeria on Wednesday triggered flooding and widespread damage. Rescuers say the death toll has surpassed 150 people.
Published on: May 31, 2025 | Source:A perfect 'legend' for the 'illegals': How a Russian spy couple became Portuguese citizens
The process took years and included a wedding in Rio de Janeiro, several visits to the Portuguese consulate, trips to Lisbon and a suspicious declaration attributed to a national living in Brazil.
Published on: May 31, 2025 | Source:Swiss glacier collapse: Situation stabilizes overnight
Water that had accumulated behind the collapsed glacier has began to flow downstream, alleviating some fears. Forecast rain means that residents will likely have to remain alert.
Published on: May 31, 2025 | Source:Trump says heβs fired National Portrait Gallery director amid Washington arts scene takeover
The move comes after the president dispatched Vice President JD Vance to βremove improper ideologyβ from Smithsonian museums.
Published on: May 31, 2025 | Source:Latest news bulletin | May 31st β Midday
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Published on: May 31, 2025 | Source:EUβs Kallas welcomes Trumpβs βtough loveβ on arms spending
"It's love nonetheless, so it's better than no love," EUβs chief diplomat says at a defense forum in Singapore.
Published on: May 31, 2025 | Source:Over 150 killed as torrential rain unleashes floods in northern Nigeria
Floodwaters submerged large parts of the market town of Mokwa, with officials predicting the death toll would grow.
Published on: May 31, 2025 | Source:US imports plunge in early sign of Trump tariff impact
The numbers suggest that Trumpβs policies are chipping away at the global trade deficit, which the president views as a key problem for the US economy.
Published on: May 31, 2025 | Source:EU 'strongly regrets' Trump's announcement to double steel and aluminium tariffs to 50%
During a rally at a steel plant the US president announced that he will double tariffs on steel imports. Afterwards, he announced the same for aluminium. The measure, which would hit Europe hard, is supposed to come into force on 4 June.
Published on: May 31, 2025 | Source:USβs Hegseth warns Asia allies that China threat is βimminentβ
The U.S. defense secretary went to Singapore to reinforce alliances, and admonish allies about security spending.
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