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AI-generated image of Trump as the pope draws criticism ahead of papal conclave

PresidentDonald Trumpposted an artificial intelligence-generated image of himself dressed as pope as the mourning ofPope Franciscontinues and just days before the conclave to elect his successor is set to begin. Trump's action drew rebukes from a group representing Catholic bishops in New York and among Italians.

Published on: May 03, 2025 | Source: PBS NewsHour favicon PBS NewsHour

Researchers exploring how to preserve Australia's historic shipwrecks

Teeming with marine life and being popular spots for diving, Queensland is home to more than 1,400 wrecks. They are deteriorating and researchers are exploring how to preserve them.

Published on: May 03, 2025 | Source: ABC Australia favicon ABC Australia

Vance defends Trump’s AI pope photo

Vice President Vance defended President Trump from criticism regarding his Friday Truth Social post portraying himself as a pontiff days after the death of Pope Francis. β€œHey, @JDVance, you fine with this disrespect and mocking of the Holy Father?” Bill Kristol, who served as chief of staff to the vice president in the Bush administration,...

Published on: May 03, 2025 | Source: The Hill favicon The Hill

Qatar rejects Netanyahu's 'inflammatory' statements, reaffirms mediation role

Qatar rejects Netanyahu's 'inflammatory' statements, reaffirms mediation role Qatar has strongly rebuked Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's office for what it called "inflammatory statements" that violate "basic standards of political and moral responsibility." In a post on X, Qatar's Foreign Ministry spokesperson defended the country's mediation efforts, stating: "Qatar's principled foreign policy aligns with...

Published on: May 03, 2025 | Source: Middle East Eye favicon Middle East Eye

FAO reports increase in global food prices

Rome, May 3 (Prensa Latina) The reference index for global food prices registered a monthly 1.0 percent increase in April 2025, according to a report by the United Nations Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO). The post FAO reports increase in global food prices first appeared on Prensa Latina.

Published on: May 03, 2025 | Source: Prensa Latina favicon Prensa Latina

Israel calls up tens of thousands of reservists for Gaza offensive

Prime Minister Netanyahu attacked truce mediator Qatar, accusing it of β€˜playing both sides’ in talks with Hamas.

Published on: May 03, 2025 | Source: South China Morning Post favicon South China Morning Post

Foundation identifies Israeli unit behind Hind Rajab's killing

Foundation identifies Israeli unit behind Hind Rajab's killing The Hind Rajab Foundation has revealed the identity of the Israeli military unit and commander allegedly responsible for killing the six-year-old Palestinian girl, her family, and two medics in Gaza last January. According to the foundation's year-long investigation, an Israeli tank unit under the commander's orders attacked the family's civilian vehicle,...

Published on: May 03, 2025 | Source: Middle East Eye favicon Middle East Eye

Executive VP Reiterates Venezuela’s Historic Position on Guayana Esequiba Dispute

Executive Vice-President of Venezuela, Delcy RodrΓ­guez, insisted on Saturday that Guyana has only the option to negotiate under the 1996 Geneva Agreement and reiterated the Venezuela’s decision to not recognize the jurisdiction of the International Court of Justice in this case. RELATED: Venezuela Calls On Guyana To Respect The 1966 Geneva Agreement And Ratifies ICJ […]

Published on: May 03, 2025 | Source: Telesur English favicon Telesur English

Crowds flock to free Lady Gaga concert in Brazil

Lady Gaga fans gather for a massive concert on Copacabana beach, paid for by Rio de Janeiro city to help boost the economy.

Published on: May 03, 2025 | Source: BBC South America favicon BBC South America

Israelis protest for captives, against Netanyahu’s Gaza war expansion

Families of captives say a wider Israeli Gaza assault risks their relatives' lives.

Published on: May 03, 2025 | Source: Al Jazeera Middle East favicon Al Jazeera Middle East

Russia corrects Trump on winning WWII

Moscow, May 3 (Prensa Latina) Russian Foreign Ministry spokeswoman Maria Zakharova has reminded US President Donald Trump of former President Franklin Delano Roosevelt's recognition of the Soviet contribution to the defeat of fascism. The post Russia corrects Trump on winning WWII first appeared on Prensa Latina.

Published on: May 03, 2025 | Source: Prensa Latina favicon Prensa Latina

Ex-Israeli PM Barak urges civil disobedience to topple Netanyahu

Ex-Israeli PM Barak urges civil disobedience to topple Netanyahu Former Israeli Prime Minister Ehud Barak has called for nationwide protests to remove Benjamin Netanyahu, telling Channel 13 the current leader has "declared war on Israel." Barak demanded Attorney General Gali Baharav-Miara force Netanyahu's recusal, referencing a delayed High Court ruling from January that blocked legislation protecting the PM from...

Published on: May 03, 2025 | Source: Middle East Eye favicon Middle East Eye

For anyone paying attention in WA, the Liberal wipe-out was no surprise

Just eight weeks ago the Liberals suffered an ignominious defeat at the WA election β€” yet Saturday's result shows they're still not listening to voters, writes Keane Bourke.

Published on: May 03, 2025 | Source: ABC Australia favicon ABC Australia

ACT voters show once again there's no such thing as a safe seat

Labor has had few blemishes on its electoral record in the history of ACT federal representation. But last night, a fresh independent wave swept over Canberra, making life tougher for both major parties.

Published on: May 03, 2025 | Source: ABC Australia favicon ABC Australia

Venezuela Calls On Guyana To Respect The 1966 Geneva Agreement And Ratifies ICJ Rejection

The Venezuelan government issued a statement on Saturday, calling to Guyana to respect the 1966 Geneva Agreement, and rejecting one more time the jurisdiction of the International Court of Justice nor comply with any decision emanating from it to settle the territorial dispute over Guayana Esequiba. RELATED: Venezuela Rejects UK And Guyana Threats to Its […]

Published on: May 03, 2025 | Source: Telesur English favicon Telesur English

Adapt or perish: the humanities fight to survive China’s hi-tech rise

As Chinese universities slash arts and social science enrolments, analysts argue the fields are evolving and warn against utilitarianism.

Published on: May 03, 2025 | Source: South China Morning Post favicon South China Morning Post

Buffett announces intention to retire by end of year, warns against using trade as β€˜a weapon’

Billionaire investor Warren Buffett told shareholders Saturday he intends to retire from his role as CEO of Berkshire Hathaway, an American multinational holding company. Buffett, 94, recommended that Canadian businessman and vice chairman Greg Abel succeed him after a 55-year run at the helm of the conglomerate. β€œI think the time has arrived where Greg...

Published on: May 03, 2025 | Source: The Hill favicon The Hill

How vaccine hesitancy may be driving a spike in pediatric flu deaths

The CDC reported 12 seasonal flu-related deaths of children this week, bringing the total number of pediatric flu deaths this season to 216 β€” the most in 15 years. Experts say one reason for this new record could be the plummeting flu vaccination rate among American children. John Yang speaks with Dr. Peter Hotez at Baylor College of Medicine to learn more.

Published on: May 03, 2025 | Source: PBS NewsHour favicon PBS NewsHour

News Wrap: Warren Buffett warns against U.S. using trade as a weapon

In our news wrap Saturday, investor Warren Buffet said at Berkshire Hathaway’s annual meeting that the U.S. should not use trade as a weapon, Trump’s tariffs on cars and car parts kicked in with changes meant to blunt the impact on U.S. automakers, a Russian drone strike injured dozens in Ukraine, and an AI-generated image of Trump as the pope posted by the White House is drawing criticism.

Published on: May 03, 2025 | Source: PBS NewsHour favicon PBS NewsHour

UAE 'condemns' Israeli strikes in Syria

UAE 'condemns' Israeli strikes in Syria The United Arab Emirates has issued a strong condemnation of Israel’s recent air strikes in Syria, calling them a violation of international law and a threat to regional stability. In an official statement, the UAE Ministry of Foreign Affairs said that it β€œcondemned in the strongest terms the continuous Israeli attacks on Syrian territory, reaffirming the UAE’s commitment to...

Published on: May 03, 2025 | Source: Middle East Eye favicon Middle East Eye

Australia PM Albanese makes stunning comeback with landslide win

Donald Trump loomed large over the election, with comparisons drawn between the US president and defeated opposition leader Peter Dutton.

Published on: May 03, 2025 | Source: BBC Asia favicon BBC Asia

India-Pakistan crisis rages on

New Delhi, May 3 (Prensa Latina) The India-Pakistan crisis continues to simmer, as parties exchange fire across the shared border in armed skirmishes and new mutual punitive measures are implemented. The post India-Pakistan crisis rages on first appeared on Prensa Latina.

Published on: May 03, 2025 | Source: Prensa Latina favicon Prensa Latina

NYT investigation finds no evidence linking many deported Venezuelans to Tren de Aragua

In March, in order to speedily deport 238 Venezuelan men under the Alien Enemies Act of 1798, Trump claimed they were members of a transnational criminal organization called Tren de Aragua. But an investigation by the New York Times couldn’t find any evidence linking many of the men to that gang. Ali Rogin speaks with Julie Turkewitz, the lead reporter on that investigation, for more.

Published on: May 03, 2025 | Source: PBS NewsHour favicon PBS NewsHour

VOA reporters' return to work unclear after court blocks injunction

The Voice of America (VOA) reporters’ plan to return to work next week is up in the air after an appeals court issued a stay on Saturday, halting a late April order from a district judge that prevented the administration from dismantling the international broadcaster. The court, in a 2-1 opinion, ruled that the federal...

Published on: May 03, 2025 | Source: The Hill favicon The Hill

How staffing shortages at the National Weather Service could put lives at risk

The Trump administration’s dismissals of hundreds of experts compiling a key report on climate change is only the latest in a series of science-related rollbacks and cuts. That includes job cuts at the National Weather Service, where an Associated Press analysis found a 20 percent vacancy rate in nearly half its forecast offices. John Yang speaks with AP science writer Seth Borenstein for more.

Published on: May 03, 2025 | Source: PBS NewsHour favicon PBS NewsHour

Artists with disabilities let their creativity soar at this Utah studio

Artists with different physical and developmental abilities sometimes have to be creative not just with the content of their art, but also with how they make it. One studio in Utah is trying to do just that, customizing tools for each individual’s unique needs and talents. Ali Rogin reports for our ongoing look at the intersection of health and arts, and our arts and culture coverage, CANVAS.

Published on: May 03, 2025 | Source: PBS NewsHour favicon PBS NewsHour

China’s focus on AI and robotics could power its future

The country’s manufacturing prowess and sophisticated supply chains will propel humanoid robot development.

Published on: May 03, 2025 | Source: South China Morning Post favicon South China Morning Post

80yo woman takes on 17-day hike to Everest base camp

Octogenarian Carolyn Robinson sets off on a 130-kilometre trek to reach Mount Everest's South Base Camp, 5,364 metres above sea level.

Published on: May 03, 2025 | Source: ABC Australia favicon ABC Australia

Mexican president says she turned down Trump troops offer

Claudia Sheinbaum said Donald Trump had offered to send US troops to Mexico to help fight drug trafficking. Trump has made stemming drugs and immigration at the US-Mexico border key policy priorities.

Published on: May 03, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

Netanyahu's Azerbaijan trip scrapped over Turkish airspace ban: Report

Netanyahu's Azerbaijan trip scrapped over Turkish airspace ban: Report Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's cancelled visit to Azerbaijan resulted from Turkey's refusal to grant airspace access to his official plane, according to Walla news. The Prime Minister's Office had initially cited regional tensions and scheduling conflicts for the postponement. Officials reportedly considered an alternate flight path via...

Published on: May 03, 2025 | Source: Middle East Eye favicon Middle East Eye

It actually makes sense that Trump has given Marco Rubio all these jobs β€” here's why

Believe it or not, there is a method to the madness.

Published on: May 03, 2025 | Source: The Hill favicon The Hill

Mexico hosts national meeting of solidarity with Cuba

Mexico City, May 3 (Prensa Latina) Attended by over 230 delegates from 24 states, the 29th National Meeting of Solidarity with Cuba began Saturday at the Futurama Cultural Center, north of Mexico City, bringing together activists, academics, students, and diplomatic representatives in support of the Cuban people in times of tightened US sanctions. The post Mexico hosts national meeting of solidarity with Cuba first...

Published on: May 03, 2025 | Source: Prensa Latina favicon Prensa Latina

Sunday shows preview: Trump surpasses 100 days; GOP budget, Ukraine deal draw mixed reactions

President Trump rounded out his first 100 days in office as lawmakers returned to Washington this week with the directive to pass his agenda amid lingering economic tensions. The administration's tariff plan has left the global economy reeling as consumer confidence has plummeted. On Friday, the also president unveiled his budget plan, which included steep...

Published on: May 03, 2025 | Source: The Hill favicon The Hill

Aussie Billings just misses national 800m record in Shanghai

Sarah Billings continues her solid overseas form, finishing second in the women's 800 metres at the Shanghai Diamond League meet.

Published on: May 03, 2025 | Source: ABC Australia favicon ABC Australia

Piastri suffers 'cruel' fate at Miami GP, new dad Verstappen takes pole

Australia's F1 world championship leader Oscar Piastri will start fourth on the grid at the Miami Grand Prix, having earlier been frustrated by his second-place finish in the sprint race.

Published on: May 03, 2025 | Source: ABC Australia favicon ABC Australia