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A look at the partnership between Vietnam and the U.S. 50 years after the fall of Saigon
Vietnam marked the 50th anniversary of the fall of Saigon and the unification of the country under Communist rule after decades of war. From the ashes, the U.S. and Vietnam now enjoy close relations, due in no small part to American veterans who sought to revive a country they once helped destroy. Nick Schifrin reports.
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Chinese retaliation to hurt Trump ag, fossil fuels support bases
US ports are now starting to see scheduled shipments from China decline as the result of Donald Trumpβs 145% tariffs on Chinese goods. The port of Los Angeles, the biggest port for Chinese goods in the US, is predicting scheduled shipments in early May to be about a third lower than the same time last [β¦] The post Chinese retaliation to hurt Trump ag, fossil fuels support bases appeared first on Asia Times.
Published on: April 30, 2025 | Source:US and Ukraine sign agreement creating investment fund
Kyiv and Washington have signed a deal to develop mineral resources after months of negotiations.
Published on: April 30, 2025 | Source:Meta shares rise on stronger-than-expected revenue for first quarter
Meta rose as much as 5% after the company reported stronger-than-expected revenue in the first quarter.
Published on: April 30, 2025 | Source:FirstFT: Shein considers US restructuring as trade war threatens London IPO plans
Also in todayβs newsletter, Singaporeβs upcoming election, and Chinese investors pile into gold funds
Published on: April 30, 2025 | Source:US and Ukraine sign minerals deal, tying Trump to Kyiv
The US president says an American presence on the ground will βkeep a lot of bad actors out of the countryβ.
Published on: April 30, 2025 | Source:US, Ukraine sign mineral deal
The United States and Ukraine signed their long-awaited mineral deal on Wednesday according to the Treasury Department. βAs the President has said, the United States is committed to helping facilitate the end of this cruel and senseless war,β Treasury Department Secretary Scott Bessent said in a statement on the signing. βThis agreement signals clearly to...
Published on: April 30, 2025 | Source:US, Ukraine sign resources deal two months after Oval Office clash
The US and Ukraine sign an agreement to create a "reconstruction investment fund", two months after initial plans to sign a wartime deal were shelved when the countries' leaders spectacularly clashed in the Oval Office.
Published on: April 30, 2025 | Source:'Dancing to their tune': What Australia's neighbours want after this election
Almost everyone has an opinion on Australia in the Pacific's capitals. Their leaders and civil society groups will watch its election result closely.
Published on: April 30, 2025 | Source:US urges India and Pakistan to de-escalate tensions
Secretary of state Marco Rubio expresses growing concern about conflict in after Kashmir attack that killed 26 people
Published on: April 30, 2025 | Source:Vance: Russia, Ukraine face 'very big gulf' in peace plan demands
Vice President Vance said Russia and Ukraine both face a βvery big gulfβ as the two countries make demands to negotiate to end the war. Vance sat for an interview with Fox News Digital, highlighting the Trump administrationβs foreign policy efforts and attempts to end the war. President Trump has sought to cease fighting and...
Published on: April 30, 2025 | Source:Meta executive apologizes after conservative activist Robby Starbuck sues over AI chatbot responses
A Meta executive apologized to lobbyist Robby Starbuck on behalf of the companyβs artificial intelligence (AI) engine spreading false information about the conservative activist known for his opposition to diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) efforts. βRobby β I watched your video β this is unacceptable. This is clearly not how our AI should operate. Weβre sorry for the...
Published on: April 30, 2025 | Source:'Sleeping power': The untapped voters that could help decide key seats
Indigenous voters around the country could, mathematically at least, decide some of Australiaβs closest seats this election.
Published on: April 30, 2025 | Source:Watch live: NewsNation's Cuomo hosts townhall with Trump, Stephen A. Smith
President Trump and sports commentator Stephen A. Smith are set to participate in a town hall Wednesday evening hosted by NewsNation's Chris Cuomo. The town hall comes a day after Trump marked his 100th day back in the Oval Office, will also feature other notable Republicans and Democrats, including former Fox News host Bill O'Reilly,...
Published on: April 30, 2025 | Source:Rescuers fed up with tourists risking lives for selfies at coastal cliff
Authorities say visitors are putting their lives in danger by going beyond the safety barriers to take photos at the Gap, a popular tourist site near Albany in WA.
Published on: April 30, 2025 | Source:Barcelona and Inter Milan share 3-3 thriller in Champions League semifinal
Lamine Yamal scores once and hits the bar twice while helping Barcelona recover from two down in first leg in Spain.
Published on: April 30, 2025 | Source:Ukraine updates: Washington, Kyiv sign economic deal
Ukraine and the United States have signed a long-awaited "reconstruction investment" agreement allowing US access to Ukrainian natural resources, the US Treasury Department has announced. DW has more.
Published on: April 30, 2025 | Source:When is the 2025 Australia election date? Everything you need to know about early voting, how to apply for a postal vote, what to do if you are overseas and more
Early voting in the Australian federal election begins on Tuesday 22 April. Find out everything you need to know before Australia goes to the polls on 3 May, 2025Polls tracker; Interactive seat explorerParty policies; Micro parties explained; Full election coverageGet our afternoon election email, free app or daily news podcast Continue reading...
Published on: April 30, 2025 | Source:Australian federal election poll tracker: Labor v Coalition latest opinion polls results
Who will win? Find out whoβs up, whoβs down and which party is leading in the latest poll results. See how the next federal election is shaping up with Guardian Australiaβs statistical model, which combines all opinion polls to get a better estimate of the two-party preferred voteWant to get an email when we publish significant polling updates? Sign up for our newsletter hereElection guide; Interactive seat...
Published on: April 30, 2025 | Source:'We don't care': A defiant China looks beyond Trump's America
Chinese exporters tell the BBC if the US doesn't want their goods, "other countries have money" to buy them.
Published on: April 30, 2025 | Source:Sinner considered quitting tennis during doping controversy
Men's world number one Jannik Sinner admits he thought about walking away from tennis prior to accepting a three-month doping ban earlier this year.
Published on: April 30, 2025 | Source:South Australia's History Festival launches with nearly 600 events
With a hub based at heritage-listed Ayers House, South Australia's History Festival begins today and runs for the month of May.
Published on: April 30, 2025 | Source:Trump calls China the 'chief-ripper-offer' on trade, with no sign of direct talks
Trump also appeared to be unmoved by the idea that American consumers will face empty store shelves if his trade war drags on.
Published on: April 30, 2025 | Source:More than 2,300 people, including 600 children, have been killed in Israeli attacks in last six weeks
More than 2,300 people, including 600 children, have been killed in Israeli attacks in last six weeks Israeli attacks have killed 2,308 people and wounded 5,973 people since Israel broke the ceasefire on March 18, according to Gazaβs Health Ministry. The Palestinian Centre for Human Rights said among those killed were 595 children and 308 women.
Published on: April 30, 2025 | Source:Trump's Executive Order on School Discipline Clashes With What Research Says Works
While the Trump administration has been adamant that power over education decisions needs to rest with states, one of the presidentβs latest executive ...
Published on: April 30, 2025 | Source:From punches to political pageantry: Our best WA photos from April
These are the Perth newsroom's top picks for photography across April, including art therapy, moments on the campaign trail and a peek behind the scenes at a visit from ABC's national breakfast TV program.
Published on: April 30, 2025 | Source:Russian clout fading, China reshaping Central Asia energy sector
China has been developing closer ties with countries in Central Asia over recent years. Trade between China and the Central Asia region grew to US$89 billion in 2023, an increase of 27% on the previous year. Chinese trade rose with every country there except Turkmenistan. In my paper from June 2024, which is part of [β¦] The post Russian clout fading, China reshaping Central Asia energy sector appeared first on Asia...
Published on: April 30, 2025 | Source:Most mainland Chinese citizens oppose use of force to unify with Taiwan: survey
Yet on Russiaβs actions in Ukraine, India border claims and South China Sea, respondents voiced more hawkish views backing Beijingβs stance.
Published on: April 30, 2025 | Source:US-China trade war has left ordinary people stuck in the middle
The implication that Chinese peopleβs aspirations for prosperity must be curtailed to preserve American primacy is deeply problematic.
Published on: April 30, 2025 | Source:Independent wave challenges 'rusted-on' status quo in Monash
A Liberal stronghold is under pressure in Victoria as a veteran MP turns independent and a Climate 200-backed challenger looms with a well-resourced grassroots campaign.
Published on: April 30, 2025 | Source:UK in talks with France, Saudi Arabia over recognising a Palestinian state
European and Arab powers push for resolution to crisis caused by Hamas-Israel war as UN conference nears
Published on: April 30, 2025 | Source:What can we learn from the first 100 days of Trumpβs second term?
Impact of US president's policies and actions felt globally.
Published on: April 30, 2025 | Source:Rubio urges de-escalation in India, Pakistan calls amid soaring tensions
Islamabad asks the US to help ease tensions with New Delhi after receiving 'credible intelligence' of imminent strike.
Published on: April 30, 2025 | Source:Venezuela Congratulates Vietnam on 50th Anniversary of Liberation, Reaffirms Strategic Alliance
On the 50th anniversary of Vietnamβs liberation, Venezuela celebrates the historic victory over imperialism and reaffirms its commitment to revolutionary solidarity and a multipolar world, highlighting the enduring partnership between the two nations. Related: Vietnam Marks 50 Years of Liberation with Grand Military Parade As Vietnam marks the 50th anniversary of the Liberation of Saigon, [β¦]
Published on: April 30, 2025 | Source:Climate concern shrinks in blue-ribbon Curtin, as Kate Chaney fights to survive
Even in WA's most affluent electorate, cost-of-living pressures are weighing on voters' minds, as Curtin hopeful Tom White tries to win back the prized seat for the Liberals from teal independent Kate Chaney.
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