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Israel plans to seize Gaza under new strategy to expand military operations, officials say

Israel approved plans on Monday to seize the Gaza Strip and to stay in the Palestinian territory for an unspecified amount of time, two Israeli officials said. If implemented, the move would vastly expand Israel's operations there and likely draw fierce international opposition.

Published on: May 05, 2025 | Source: CBC News - Canada favicon CBC News - Canada

Will the Federal Reserve ignore Trump and keep rates stable this week?

While the US Federal Reserve is still under significant pressure from the Trump administration to slash interest rates, some experts believe that rate cuts may not come for another few months at least.

Published on: May 05, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Sixth-gen fighter could block airspace 1,000km from Chinese shore, military article says

In a Taiwan conflict, J-36 could counter advantages of American B-21 stealth bomber, says magazine affiliated with state shipbuilder.

Published on: May 05, 2025 | Source: South China Morning Post favicon South China Morning Post

South Korea’s sinkhole cases spark fears of underground malls’ structural stability

In Seoul alone, more than 63 sinkholes have been reported across the city since March 2022, according to a newspaper.

Published on: May 05, 2025 | Source: South China Morning Post favicon South China Morning Post

Kenya: 4 Police Officers Charged With Murder of Baby Pendo, 39 Protestors

[Capital FM] Nairobi -- Four Police officers have been charged with the 2017 murder of baby Pendo and 39 other protestors.

Published on: May 05, 2025 | Source: AllAfrica favicon AllAfrica

How Interior Design Can Improve Health Justice

Interior design can be a powerful tool for health justice when it centers BIPOC values, thus creating spaces that feel safe, welcoming, and culturally affirming.

Published on: May 05, 2025 | Source: Nonprofit Quarterly favicon Nonprofit Quarterly

Chinese sovereign wealth fund’s private-equity investment head moves to Citic

Bao Jianmin is now listed as deputy general manager and a member of the Communist Party committee at the investment company.

Published on: May 05, 2025 | Source: South China Morning Post favicon South China Morning Post

China’s answer to Autodesk, Manycore, bets on AI for a future of β€˜spatial intelligence’

As it plans for an IPO in Hong Kong, Manycore is touting its data advantage in building towards an AI-powered future.

Published on: May 05, 2025 | Source: South China Morning Post favicon South China Morning Post

Latest news bulletin | May 5th – Midday

Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel.

Published on: May 05, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Chinese man’s request to change name to 48-character combo for luck rejected by authorities

β€˜Absurd’ 23-year-old plagues police with name-changing applications as his father hits out at son’s identity-switching exploits.

Published on: May 05, 2025 | Source: South China Morning Post favicon South China Morning Post

Libya and the EU: How many times can we do the same thing and expect a different result?Β 

Nowhere have the shortcomings of Europe’s approach on migration been clearer than in Libya, which earlier this year expelled international aid agencies, amid a government clampdown on migration which has involved a surge of violence.

Published on: May 05, 2025 | Source: EU Observer favicon EU Observer

Tech could threaten the secrecy of the conclave. This is what the Vatican is doing to stop leaks

As the Vatican gears up to elect the successor to Pope Francis, technology is being deployed to prevent leaks during the secretive papal vote.

Published on: May 05, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

New India-to-Europe 'spice route' gains traction amid global tensions

Hampered by the Israel-Hamas war in Gaza, the India-Middle East-Europe Economic Corridor (IMEC) project is gaining momentum with the return of US President Donald Trump to office and the trade war between Washington and Beijing.

Published on: May 05, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Green Day receive star on Hollywood Walk of Fame with a heartfelt speech from Ryan Reynolds

The members of Green Day were honoured with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, with actor Ryan Reynolds delivering a humorous and heartfelt tribute to the rock band.

Published on: May 05, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

β€˜We are less protected’ due to AI, says Cambridge Analytica whistleblower on protecting our data

In an interview with Euronews Next, Brittany Kaiser unpacks her advocacy for open-source artificial intelligence (AI) in government.

Published on: May 05, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Severe storms lash southern Poland, causing widespread damage

Violent storms swept across southern Poland on Sunday, bringing heavy hail, strong winds and flash flooding.

Published on: May 05, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Hundreds of STEM Grants Have Been Terminated. K-12 Math Educators Will Lose Out.

The National Science Foundation stopped funding 417 education research grants valued at more than $322 million.

Published on: May 05, 2025 | Source: EdSurge favicon EdSurge

Albanese has a mandate to shift Australia’s strategic ties

The re-election of the Albanese Labor government by such a wide margin should not mean β€œbusiness as usual” for Australia’s security policy. The global uncertainty instigated by US President Donald Trump means Australia’s security landscape is very different today from when Labor was first elected in 2022, or even when its Defence Strategic Review was […] The post Albanese has a mandate to shift Australia’s strategic...

Published on: May 05, 2025 | Source: Asia Times favicon Asia Times

Baker tops list of dream jobs for Japanese 6-year-olds but YouTuber rising fast

Survey shows girls still drawn to sweets and stardom, while boys look to badges, baseball and, increasingly, content creation.

Published on: May 05, 2025 | Source: South China Morning Post favicon South China Morning Post

China’s police corgi caught stealing sausage during patrol

Police officers later brought Fuzai to apologise to the little girl at the kindergarten.

Published on: May 05, 2025 | Source: South China Morning Post favicon South China Morning Post

Belgian Paul Van Hoeydonck, first artist on the moon, dies aged 99

Belgian artist Paul Van Hoeydonck has died aged 99. For decades he had the honour of being the first and only person to have a work of art on the moon.

Published on: May 05, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Popemobile to become mobile clinic for Gaza's children

Pope Francis has donated one of his popemobiles to assist with healthcare for Gaza's children. It was among the pontiff's last wishes.

Published on: May 05, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

China warms up to K-pop as it pursues cultural diplomacy, strives to boost consumption amid trade worries

The about-face on K-pop represents a "structural turning point" for the sector, according to Oh Jiwoo, research analyst at CGS International Securities Hong Kong.

Published on: May 05, 2025 | Source: CNBC International favicon CNBC International

How speaking multiple languages changes your brain

Learning new languages physically changes your brain and increases your cognitive abilities. But what really happens in the brain, and does speaking many languages really make you smarter?

Published on: May 05, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

More than 10,000 passengers hit by delays following sabotage and technical issues on Spain's AVE line

Many passengers arrived at their destinations in the early hours of the morning, with high numbers travelling during the bank holiday weekend.

Published on: May 05, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Security past and future, Newsletter

This week's key events presented by Euronews' EU news editor-in-chief, Jeremy Fleming-Jones

Published on: May 05, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Hong Kong developer SHKP rushes out more Sierra Sea flats amid surge of mainland buyers

SHKP raises prices by nearly 10 per cent after first two batches sold out at levels 20 per cent below second-hand flats.

Published on: May 05, 2025 | Source: South China Morning Post favicon South China Morning Post

In response to US tariffs, Malaysia unveils US$356 million SME relief measures

The US tariffs will β€˜certainly have a significant impact’ on Malaysia’s exports and economy, Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim says.

Published on: May 05, 2025 | Source: South China Morning Post favicon South China Morning Post

From Blight to Bright: Michigan Explores Solar Power on Brownfield Sites

Michigan has 24,000 known contaminated sites, a legacy of heavy manufacturing where industries carelessly discarded hazardous materials with minimal regulatory oversight. Taxpayers are often left to clean up these abandoned locations, known as brownfields, while the sheer volume of toxic sites has overwhelmed state regulators. With a little effort, these spaces can be more than […]

Published on: May 05, 2025 | Source: Inside Climate News favicon Inside Climate News

Bangladesh: Old Myths, New Country

In post-Hasina Bangladesh, Sheikh Mujibur Rahman, once known as Bangabandhu, has been stripped of his status as the country’s founding father.

Published on: May 05, 2025 | Source: The Diplomat favicon The Diplomat

Nationalist Simion wins first round of Romanian election rerun

Romania's previous presidential election was cancelled over allegations of campaign fraud and Russian interference.

Published on: May 05, 2025 | Source: BBC Europe favicon BBC Europe

Yes, you can still visit Barcelona. Here’s how to do it more responsibly

Groups across Europe are calling for a day of anti-tourism protests in June, foreshadowing another summer of unrest.

Published on: May 05, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Trump film tariffs threaten Australia and New Zealand, home of Lord of the Rings, Marvel studios

Trump said the US film industry is declining due to incentives from countries like Australia and New Zealand, which are home to Lord of the Rings, and Marvel studios.

Published on: May 05, 2025 | Source: South China Morning Post favicon South China Morning Post

Kidnappers target crypto entrepreneur's father for ransom in France

French media reported that the alleged hostage-takers cut off one of the man's fingers.

Published on: May 05, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Israeli cabinet approves plan to seize all of Gaza Strip, reports claim

Since a ceasefire between Israel and Hamas collapsed in mid-March, Israel has taken control of further territory in the Strip, which now amounts to roughly 50% of Gaza.

Published on: May 05, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews