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Antarctica has its own ‘shield’ against warm water – but this could now be under threat
The Antarctic Slope Current shields Antarctica from warm waters. But new research shows meltwater is speeding up the current, which could make it more unstable.
Published on: May 23, 2025 | Source:
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Vaccines: The US is endangering children while Africa leads the way
Countries on the continent are not waiting to be saved, they are paving the way with community-led, astute, innovative and independent immunisation programmes
Published on: May 23, 2025 | Source:The Time Is Right for Myanmar Dialogue, Malaysia’s Anwar Says
Ahead of next week's ASEAN Summit, the Malaysian leader has hailed the “remarkable progress" in efforts to end the country's civil war.
Published on: May 23, 2025 | Source:Moscow is getting tetchy as the West zones in on the Arctic for resources and security
The West's newfound interest in the Arctic is making Moscow, which has longstanding geopolitical, economic and strategic interests in the region, nervous.
Published on: May 23, 2025 | Source:College Board cancels award program for high-performing Black and Latino students
The College Board this month changed the criteria for its National Recognition Program awards in a move that could shift tens of thousands of scholarship dollars from Black and Latino students to white students. Léelo en Español Colleges used the awards to recruit and offer scholarships to high-performing students from groups underrepresented in higher education. […] The post College Board cancels award program for...
Published on: May 23, 2025 | Source:Disaster or digital spectacle? The dangers of using floods to create social media content
As extreme weather becomes more frequent in Australia under climate change, so too will attempts to document it – at a risk to ourselves and others.
Published on: May 23, 2025 | Source:El Salvador: Foreign Agents Law Targets Civil Society, Media
Abraham Abrego, Director of the Strategic Litigation of the human rights group Cristosal, speaks during a media call in San Salvador, El Salvador, May 21, 2025. Dozens of NGOs in El Salvador rejected the “Foreign Agents Law,” approved by Congress at the request of President Nayib Bukele. 2025 MARVIN RECINOS/AFP via Getty Images (Washington, DC) –El Salvador’s Legislative Assembly has approved a far-reaching “Foreign...
Published on: May 23, 2025 | Source:The Rumored Chinese Submarine Transfer from Thailand to Cambodia Is Unfounded
In recent weeks, Bangkok's troubled submarine acquisition plans have been subject to an explosive rumor.
Published on: May 23, 2025 | Source:How Vietnam’s Communist Party Manipulates History for Political Gain
Hanoi's myth of reconciliation strengthens its political control while allowing it to reap the economic benefits of engagement with overseas Vietnamese communities.
Published on: May 23, 2025 | Source:Missile Attack on Lgov, Kursk: 16 Civilians Killed Amid Ukraine’s Escalation
The Ukrainian missile strike on Lgov, Kursk region, has claimed 16 civilian lives and caused widespread destruction. Left-wing sources denounce Kyiv’s aggression and highlight Russia’s defensive efforts to protect its people from NATO-backed violence. Related: Work on Russia-Ukraine Peace Agreement Memo Progressing: Peskov On May 22, 2025, the Ukrainian Armed Forces launched a missile attack […]
Published on: May 23, 2025 | Source:Europe must learn the art of ‘unpowering’ Russia
The EU is far from powerless — it is simply under-leveraged.
Published on: May 23, 2025 | Source:Trump Out of Touch with His People: While Criticizing Other Countries, He Ignores the Child Health Crisis in the U.S.
The Trump administration releases a report revealing a deep health crisis among American children, yet the president remains unaware of his people’s real needs, focusing instead on criticizing other nations while millions suffer at home. Related: Qatar Gifts a Luxury Boeing 747 Aircraft to President Trump The Child Health Crisis in the U.S. That Trump […]
Published on: May 23, 2025 | Source:Half the remaining habitat of Australia’s most at-risk species is outside protected areas
Hundreds of Australia’s unique species are clinging to life in small patches of habitat. Now researchers have found half of their habitat has no legal protection.
Published on: May 23, 2025 | Source:Tariffs or not, a Chinese baby products company is ramping up its U.S. expansion
One Chinese baby products company announced it is officially entering the United States, the world's largest consumer market — regardless of the trade war.
Published on: May 23, 2025 | Source:China’s Origin Quantum upgrades its software for chip debugging
A Chinese quantum computer maker has recently upgraded its self-developed quantum computing control system (QCCS) to improve debugging, a process to improve the performance of its machines. The Hefei-based Origin Quantum, or Benyuan Quantum, has launched its fourth-generation QCCS, Benyuan Tianji 4.0, which supports more than 500 qubits, according to the Anhui Quantum Computing Engineering […] The post China’s Origin...
Published on: May 23, 2025 | Source:Why Donald Trump has put Asia on the precipice of a nuclear arms race
In Seoul, Tokyo and even Taipei, a once-unthinkable idea — building nuclear weapons — has begun to look disturbingly pragmatic.
Published on: May 23, 2025 | Source:KiwiSaver at a crossroads: budget another missed opportunity to fix NZ’s underperforming retirement scheme
KiwiSaver balances remain shockingly low, and constant changes risk undermining faith in a system that is already failing future retirees.
Published on: May 23, 2025 | Source:Corroboree 2000, 25 years on: the march for Indigenous reconciliation has left a complicated legacy
In May 2000, Australians marched to symbolise coming together. But in the decades that followed, promises to Indigenous people have gone unfulfilled.
Published on: May 23, 2025 | Source:Deaf President Now! traces the powerful uprising that led to Deaf rights in the US – now again under threat
The powerful documentary on Apple TV+ is shining a light on a decades-long revolution that’s still unfolding, and now threatened under Trump.
Published on: May 23, 2025 | Source:Building a New Model of Direct Democracy in Venezuela
President Nicolás Maduro highlights Venezuela’s innovative model of direct democracy, surpassing traditional bourgeois liberal democracy, as the country prepares for transformative elections and constitutional reforms to deepen popular power. Related: Maduro Predicts Opposition’s Failure and Leads Massive Popular Mobilization in Caracas Ahead of May 25 Elections Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro, in an exclusive...
Published on: May 23, 2025 | Source:At least 107 Palestinians killed in Israeli airstrikes across Gaza as aid continues to trickle in
Palestinians say one of the two remaining hospitals in northern Gaza was struck on Thursday, causing extensive damage. Meanwhile, the UN says 90 aid trucks have been distributed, but says much more aid is needed to satisfy the needs of Gazans.
Published on: May 23, 2025 | Source:NSW floods: death toll rises to four after man’s body found in car as intense rain moves south
Severe weather warning for areas further south as 48,000 stranded and water levels at their highest for 100 yearsAustralia news live: latest politics updatesNSW floods map: record-breaking rain in charts and mapsGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastThe death toll in the New South Wales flood disaster has risen to four after a man’s body was found in a car in flood waters near Coffs Harbour on...
Published on: May 23, 2025 | Source:US warship’s New Zealand visit a sign of ‘deep ties’ amid Trump-era uncertainty
New Zealand has committed to US$7.1 billion in defence spending over the next four years in response to rising global tensions.
Published on: May 23, 2025 | Source:What we know about Israeli embassy staff shooting
Police say the victims, a young couple, were shot by a man who shouted "free, free Palestine".
Published on: May 22, 2025 | Source:NZ Budget 2025: funding growth at the expense of pay equity for women could cost National in the long run
The National Party has always relied on electoral support from women. But that has eroded over time, and pay equity and KiwiSaver changes could hasten the decline.
Published on: May 22, 2025 | Source:Uganda Passes Bill Allowing Military Trials of Civilians
Click to expand Image Uganda's veteran opposition figure, Kizza Besigye (unseen), is transported inside an Ugandan military police vehicle as he arrives at the Makindye Martial Court in Kampala, on November 20, 2024. 2024 Badru Katumba / AFP Uganda’s parliament passed a bill on Wednesdayallowing civilians to be tried before military courts.The bill – known as the 2025 Uganda Peoples’ Defence Forces (Amendment) Bill –...
Published on: May 22, 2025 | Source:Trump ratchets up battle with Harvard, foreign students: 5 takeaways
The Trump administration intensified its battle with Harvard University on Thursday, revoking the storied college’s ability to enroll foreign students and demanding that any such current students transfer elsewhere for the next academic year or lose their visas. The decision was laid out in a letter from Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem to Harvard’s director...
Published on: May 22, 2025 | Source:Maduro Predicts Opposition’s Failure and Leads Massive Popular Mobilization in Caracas Ahead of May 25 Elections
Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro forecasts the opposition’s defeat amid calls for abstention and emphasizes the strength of the revolutionary movement by leading a large grassroots mobilization in Caracas ahead of the May 25 legislative and regional elections. Related: President Maduro Stands Firm Against Foreign Interference and Mafia Groups Maduro Denounces Opposition’s Call to Boycott Elections […]
Published on: May 22, 2025 | Source:Head knocks and ultra-violence: viral games Run It Straight and Power Slap put sports safety back centuries
A new sport features two men running at each other at full pace before colliding. How is this appealing, considering the concussion risks?
Published on: May 22, 2025 | Source:AI hardware start-ups get fresh boost in Shenzhen with launch of US$1 billion funds
The Shenzhen government has launched funds of 5 billion yuan and 2 billion yuan dedicated to AI and robotics start-ups at the city’s AI expo.
Published on: May 22, 2025 | Source:Two Israeli embassy staff shot and killed in Washington
Suspect charged with two counts of first-degree murder and several firearms felonies after attack outside Jewish museum
Published on: May 22, 2025 | Source:Performer returning to hometown finds love, thanks to queer play
Growing up in a regional town, April McLennan felt she needed to move to the city to find love and pursue a career in the arts as a queer young person, but she found love and authenticity where she least expected it.
Published on: May 22, 2025 | Source:Israeli embassy worker killings investigated as hate crime and terrorism
Two Israeli embassy staffers, who were set to be engaged, were shot and killed Wednesday night in Washington. The killings sparked immediate, global outrage and anger. The assailant was charged with two counts of first-degree murder, along with other crimes. He allegedly yelled "free Palestine" after the shooting and reportedly told police he did it. Nick Schifrin reports.
Published on: May 22, 2025 | Source:Homebound: The Indian film that got a nine-minute ovation at Cannes
The film, shot in India's rural North, follows two men from the Muslim and Dalit communities who form a bond.
Published on: May 22, 2025 | Source:News Wrap: Trump administration revokes Harvard’s ability to enroll international students
In our news wrap Thursday, the Trump administration escalated its battle with Harvard University and revoked the school's ability to enroll international students, a federal judge blocked President Trump's executive order to shut down the Department of Education and the Senate voted to block California's plan to phase out the sale of gas-powered cars by the year 2035.
Published on: May 22, 2025 | Source: