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Polish presidential elections 2025 - who's leading in the polls?
The second round of the Polish presidential election is set to be a tight contest between Civic Platform candidate Rafal Trzaskowski and Law and Justice-backed Karol Nawrocki.
Published on: May 25, 2025 | Source:
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Farage pledges to lift child benefit cap as Labour tensions mount
Policy introduced by Tories blocks parents from claiming subsidies for more than two children
Published on: May 25, 2025 | Source:Europe’s far right is hammering at the door of power
Moderate parties are running out of time to find ways to satisfy voters’ concerns
Published on: May 25, 2025 | Source:Hundreds of poor Hongkongers face cutbacks in essentials when handout ends: poll
Seventy per cent may have to go without essentials, as families worry about impact on children’s education and extracurricular activities.
Published on: May 25, 2025 | Source:UN Envoy Launches New Cyprus Peace Push Ahead of Geneva Summit
Maria Holguin, a seasoned Colombian diplomat, held a 75-minute meeting with Cypriot President Christodoulides. On Saturday, the United Nations Secretary-General’s personal envoy has launched a renewed effort to revive stalled peace talks in Cyprus, with low expectations of a breakthrough ahead of a high-level summit planned for July in Geneva under the auspices of UN […]
Published on: May 25, 2025 | Source:China’s advanced Fujian carrier conducts ‘intensive’ eighth sea trial
J-35 stealth fighters also carry out tests and flights, but it is not clear if the jets were launched from the Fujian’s hi-tech catapults.
Published on: May 25, 2025 | Source:Russia and Ukraine Conclude Largest Prisoner Swap
The three-day exchange of prisoners was the 65th swap of captives between the two sides since the start of the conflict. On Sunday, Russia and Ukraine each exchanged 303 prisoners on Sunday, completing the largest prisoner exchange under an agreement reached during their recent talks in Istanbul, Türkiye. RELATED: The Russian Army Creates a ‘Buffer […]
Published on: May 25, 2025 | Source:Malaysia calls for expansion of Myanmar’s post-earthquake ceasefire
The ruling military junta initially declared a truce after an quake in late March killed nearly 3,800 and left tens of thousands homeless.
Published on: May 25, 2025 | Source:Poles march in Warsaw to back rival presidential candidates
Marches have taken place in the Polish capital, led by the two candidates in a June 1 runoff presidential election. The contest is being seen as battle between pro-EU and liberal values and nationalist conservatism.
Published on: May 25, 2025 | Source:UN rights mission deplores deadly Russian strikes in Ukraine
The UN Human Rights Monitoring Mission in Ukraine (HRMMU) has deplored a deadly wave of Russian missile and drone strikes that reportedly killed at least 13 civilians and injured 65 others, warning that the attack underscores the grave risks of using powerful explosive weapons in populated areas.
Published on: May 25, 2025 | Source:In rural Pakistan, bull racing draws crowd in cricket-loving nation
In Attock district of Punjab province, bull racing in a popular sport, drawing participants from across the country.
Published on: May 25, 2025 | Source:Leverkusen's Xabi Alonso confirmed as new Real Madrid coach
Xabi Alonso will take over as Real Madrid coach from June 1, the Spanish club has confirmed. The former midfield star returns after leading Bayer Leverkusen to a historic domestic treble.
Published on: May 25, 2025 | Source:Germany updates: Military draft might return, Pistorius says
Germany's defense minister says the draft could be brought back unless more volunteers sign up for the military. Meanwhile, Finance Minister Klingbeil called for talks with Trump over the US' tariff threats. DW has more.
Published on: May 25, 2025 | Source:Hong Kong braces for midweek heavy showers and squally thunderstorms
Forecaster warns that conditions are set to persist into the latter part of the week bringing scattered showers across the region.
Published on: May 25, 2025 | Source:Don’t underestimate the Chinese consumer
Reforms, urbanisation and demographic shifts could all sustainably boost domestic spending
Published on: May 25, 2025 | Source:Russia unleashes massive attack on Ukraine amid prisoner swap
Moscow launches one of the deadliest barrages in months even as the two sides complete the biggest POW exchange of the war.
Published on: May 25, 2025 | Source:Latest news bulletin | May 25th – Midday
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Published on: May 25, 2025 | Source:Rare owl bred in Hong Kong draws bird watchers, but venue restricts access
Kadoorie Farm and Botanic Garden closes part of its nature reserve to keep crowds of bird watchers at bay to protect young owl and its parents.
Published on: May 25, 2025 | Source:Russia unleashes its largest air attack of war, killing at least 12, Ukraine says
Officials say amassive Russianattack of drones and missilestargeted the Ukrainian capitaland other regions early Sunday in the country for a second consecutive night, killing at least 12 people and injuring dozens.
Published on: May 25, 2025 | Source:Meet the former Democrat leading Trump’s charge against 10 universities
Leo Terrell says he plans to ‘“intensify’” the crackdown on schools in the wake of Wednesday night’s shooting.
Published on: May 25, 2025 | Source:I rode through Taiwan's cedar forests on this scenic 113-year-old mountain railway
The railway was originally built to transport cargo but this recently restored heritage route has since swapped timber for tourists.
Published on: May 25, 2025 | Source:From the Accursed Mountains to Bali’s beaches, this photo prize captures the planet in flux
The competition celebrates the camera’s ability to capture “both the fragility and strength of communities facing environmental challenges.”
Published on: May 25, 2025 | Source:How India and Pakistan are preparing for the next conflict
Despite unease over nuclear risks, both sides are replenishing arsenals from abroad and exploring ‘unused technologies’ to gain an advantage.
Published on: May 25, 2025 | Source:After the LA Fires, Scientists Study the Toxins Left Behind
After the Fires: First in a series about health risks following the Los Angeles wildfires that destroyed Pacific Palisades and Altadena. This story was supported by the Pulitzer Center. PASADENA, Calif.—Nicole Byrne watched anxiously from across the small kitchen in her home as Parham Azimi, a Harvard University researcher, lined up sample bottles next to […]
Published on: May 25, 2025 | Source:After the LA Fires, Scientists Study the Toxic Hazards Left Behind
After the Fires: First in a series about health risks following the Los Angeles wildfires that destroyed Pacific Palisades and Altadena. This story was supported by the Pulitzer Center. PASADENA, Calif.—Nicole Byrne watched anxiously from across the small kitchen in her home as Parham Azimi, a Harvard University researcher, lined up sample bottles next to […]
Published on: May 25, 2025 | Source:China teacher threatens to throw pupil from third floor after boy sprays him with water gun
Formal reprimand for experienced educator who manhandled, slapped 10-year-old boy in school corridor.
Published on: May 25, 2025 | Source:Canadian recounts ordeal after being stuck in Dominican Republic on 'bogus' drug charges
A Burlington resident who was arrested in the Dominican Republic over accusations of smuggling drugs is recounting his 71-day ordeal in the Caribbean country. The charges were withdrawn in April.
Published on: May 25, 2025 | Source:Trump MAGAfies West Point
Appearing in a red MAGA cap, the president delivered what sounded at times like a rally speech to the crowd of West Point graduates.
Published on: May 25, 2025 | Source:Trump defends ban on Harvard accepting foreign students, demands transparency
The US president said the university was not forthcoming on his administration’s ‘reasonable request’ to know who those foreign students are.
Published on: May 25, 2025 | Source:North Korea detains three shipyard officials over failed destroyer launch
Three shipyard officials were detained after a failed destroyer launch earlier this week. North Korea says the damage to the ship is not severe, but observers have raised doubts.
Published on: May 25, 2025 | Source:New global mediation body could open in Hong Kong as early as end of 2025
Deputy Secretary for Justice Horace Cheung says organisation will ‘elevate’ city’s status as international legal hub and bring other benefits.
Published on: May 25, 2025 | Source:Ukraine updates: Russian strikes hit Kyiv, western region
Russian drones and missiles have again hit regions of Ukraine, killing several in the capital and elsewhere. The attacks come amid a major prisoner exchange between the two countries.
Published on: May 25, 2025 | Source:Latest news bulletin | May 25th – Morning
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Published on: May 25, 2025 | Source:Clean energy workforce training hub a ‘gamechanger’ in this struggling factory town
Decatur, Illinois, has been losing factory jobs for years. A training program at a local community college promises renewal and provides training for students from disenfranchised communities This story is part ofa collaborationbetween theInstitute for Nonprofit News’Rural News NetworkandCanary Media,South Dakota News Watch,Cardinal News,The Mendocino VoiceandThe Maine Monitor, with support from Ascendium Education...
Published on: May 25, 2025 | Source:Clean energy workforce training hub a ‘gamechanger’ in this struggling factor town
Decatur, Illinois, has been losing factory jobs for years. A training program at a local community college promises renewal and provides training for students from disenfranchised communities This story is part ofa collaborationbetween theInstitute for Nonprofit News’Rural News NetworkandCanary Media,South Dakota News Watch,Cardinal News,The Mendocino VoiceandThe Maine Monitor, with support from Ascendium Education...
Published on: May 25, 2025 | Source: