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FirstFT: Trump’s ‘devastating’ tariffs set to disrupt the car industry

Also in today’s newsletter, HSBC fired bankers on bonus day without giving them bonuses, and China opens path to revival in A-share listings

Published on: March 27, 2025 | Source: Financial Times - World favicon Financial Times - World

Trump is interested in joining the Commonwealth. It’s not up to him – or even the king

Donald Trump has suggested the US might be interested in joining the Commonwealth. But would Trump’s America be welcome?

Published on: March 27, 2025 | Source: The Conversation (Australia) favicon The Conversation (Australia)

Kam-Biu Luk’s neutrino find a reminder of what’s possible when giants US and China unite

Hong Kong-born physicist recalls honeymoon era of collaboration and ‘stroke of luck’ that launched Daya Bay Reactor Neutrino Experiment.

Published on: March 27, 2025 | Source: South China Morning Post favicon South China Morning Post

E-bike rider killed in collision with police car in Sydney

An e-bike rider has been killed after he and a police car collided at Waterloo in Sydney's inner-south.

Published on: March 27, 2025 | Source: ABC Australia favicon ABC Australia

Supreme Court Declines to Hear Youth-Led Climate Case. The Youth Say They Will Fight On

The U.S. Supreme Court this week declined to take up a closely watched lawsuit brought by 21 young people challenging the federal government’s fossil fuel energy system. The high court’s decision Monday in Juliana v. United States ends a 10-year legal effort to hold the government accountable for knowingly endorsing an energy system that would […]

Published on: March 27, 2025 | Source: Inside Climate News favicon Inside Climate News

HHS to cut a fourth of its workforce

Click in for more news from The Hill {beacon} Health Care Health Care The Big Story HHS to cut a fourth of its workforce The Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), in complying with President Trump’s DOGE executive order, aims to cut 20,000 positions through layoffs, buyouts, early retirement and the White House’s severance...

Published on: March 27, 2025 | Source: The Hill favicon The Hill

French Prosecutor’s Office Requests Prison for Nicolas Sarkozy

Paris, March 27 (Prensa Latina) The French National Financial Prosecutor's Office today requested seven years in prison and a 300,000 fine for former President Nicolas Sarkozy, accused of financing his election campaign with Libyan money in a corruption scheme. The post French Prosecutor’s Office Requests Prison for Nicolas Sarkozy first appeared on Prensa Latina.

Published on: March 27, 2025 | Source: Prensa Latina favicon Prensa Latina

Greenland forms new unity government on eve of JD Vance visit

Four of the five parties elected to Greenland’s parliament two weeks ago have agreed to band together in a broad coalition.

Published on: March 27, 2025 | Source: Politico Europe favicon Politico Europe

Judge orders Trump administration to preserve Signal texts on Houthi attack

Judge James Boasberg issued a temporary restraining order against deleting any messages in the controversial chat.

Published on: March 27, 2025 | Source: Al Jazeera Middle East favicon Al Jazeera Middle East

Trump’s TikTok stance differs from some Republicans ahead of sell-or-ban deadline

‘If ByteDance stays involved in any way, the deal is illegal – plain and simple,’ said one senior Republican lawmaker.

Published on: March 27, 2025 | Source: South China Morning Post favicon South China Morning Post

Five bills passed NT parliament in six days. Here's what you need to know

Over six sitting days, six pieces of legislation were introduced and five bills were passed through the Northern Territory's only parliamentary chamber.

Published on: March 27, 2025 | Source: ABC Australia favicon ABC Australia

What date is the Australian federal election? Everything you need to know about voting and the state of the parties

The PM has kicked off a five-week federal election campaign, with both Labor and the Coalition facing an uphill struggle at the polls to win majority government on 3 MayFollow our Australia election live blog for latest updatesSee all our Australian election 2025 coverageGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcast Continue reading...

Published on: March 27, 2025 | Source: Guardian Australia favicon Guardian Australia

Bolivia Investigates Land Trafficking with a Fictitious State

La Paz, March 27 (Prensa Latina) The Beni departmental prosecutor, Gerardo Balderas, confirmed today the initiation of an investigation into land trafficking and organized crime against those involved in the perpetual leasing of Bolivian territories to the fictitious state of Kailasa. The post Bolivia Investigates Land Trafficking with a Fictitious State first appeared on Prensa Latina.

Published on: March 27, 2025 | Source: Prensa Latina favicon Prensa Latina

Six dead after tourist submarine sinks in Red Sea

Another 39 people were rescued after the vessel sank in the Red Sea on Thursday morning.

Published on: March 27, 2025 | Source: BBC Middle East favicon BBC Middle East

How fatherhood is changing Peter Bol's perspective on life and athletics

Olympian Peter Bol's outlook on life has changed since the birth of his daughter Reyna, giving him a renewed focus and appreciation as he prepares himself for this year's World Athletics Championships.

Published on: March 27, 2025 | Source: ABC Australia favicon ABC Australia

Congo-Kinshasa: Conflict, Rising Food Prices Drive Congolese Into Worst Food Crises

[WFP] KINSHASA -- 2.5m more people have been pushed into acute food insecurity, as UN agencies grapple with increasing needs

Published on: March 27, 2025 | Source: AllAfrica favicon AllAfrica

Australia: Prime Minister Albanese calls general election

Australians will head to the polls on May 3, locking in a showdown over climate promises, nuclear power and the cost of living.

Published on: March 27, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

Australia PM calls general election for May 3, amid inflation and housing challenges

The PM’s Labour Party is seeking a second term, but many expect the opposition conservative coalition to pick up seats.

Published on: March 27, 2025 | Source: South China Morning Post favicon South China Morning Post

King Charles required 'short' observation in hospital Thursday following scheduled cancer treatment

King Charles was hospitalized for 'a short period of observation' on Thursday after experiencing 'temporary side effects,'' related to a scheduled cancer treatment, Buckingham Palace said in a statement.

Published on: March 27, 2025 | Source: CBC News - Canada favicon CBC News - Canada

King Charles III experiences side effects after cancer treatment, hospitalized for observation

Charles, 76, has been undergoing treatment for an undisclosed form of cancer for more than a year. The king has continued fulfilling his state duties, such as reviewing government papers and meeting with the prime minister, even though he took some time off public duties.

Published on: March 27, 2025 | Source: PBS NewsHour favicon PBS NewsHour

How Trump may inadvertently calm the waters of the Indo-Pacific

Donald Trump is likely to keep projecting power in Asia but his focus on other priorities will reshape regional dynamics.

Published on: March 27, 2025 | Source: South China Morning Post favicon South China Morning Post

Japanese anime draws on religious traditions

I have spent years studying and teaching Japanese anime, exploring how its narratives intertwine with cultural, philosophical and religious traditions. One of the most compelling aspects of Japanese anime is its ability to merge thrilling action with deep spiritual and ethical questions. “Demon Slayer: Mugen Train,” which shattered Japanese box-office records for earnings and ended […] The post Japanese anime draws on...

Published on: March 27, 2025 | Source: Asia Times favicon Asia Times

Israeli strike kills World Central Kitchen volunteer

Israeli strike kills World Central Kitchen volunteer An Israeli strike killed a volunteer of the World Central Kitchen and wounded several other people in the Gaza Strip on Thursday, the charity group said. "Our hearts are heavy today as we mourn the loss of one of our volunteers in Gaza. Israeli strikes hit near one of our WCK-supported community kitchens just as meals were being distributed. Jalal was tragically...

Published on: March 27, 2025 | Source: Middle East Eye favicon Middle East Eye

Judge says he will order Trump administration to preserve Signal chat about strikes in Yemen

A federal judge on Thursday said he will order the Trump administration to preserve records of atext message chatin which senior national security officials discussed sensitive details of plans for a U.S. military strike against Yemen’s Houthis.

Published on: March 27, 2025 | Source: PBS NewsHour favicon PBS NewsHour

Venezuelan National Assembly President Condemns Kidnapping of Over 200 Migrants in El Salvador

Venezuela’s National Assembly slams U.S. & El Salvador for ‘crimes against humanity’ after 200 migrants jailed in max-security prison. Related: Brazilian Jurists Reject U.S. Actions Against Venezuelan Migrants Jorge Rodríguez, President of Venezuela’s National Assembly, strongly condemned the detention of more than 200 Venezuelan migrants in El Salvador, who were unjustly held in a maximum-security […]

Published on: March 27, 2025 | Source: Telesur English favicon Telesur English

Lehmann happy to acknowledge SA's strong position in Shield final

Attempting to end a 29-year title drought, South Australia will arrive on Friday at Karen Rolton Oval in control of the Sheffield Shield final but still with work to do.

Published on: March 27, 2025 | Source: ABC Australia favicon ABC Australia

Palace says king was hospitalised with cancer treatment side-effects

King Charles is forced to cancel public engagements after being taken to hospital due to side-effects from his ongoing cancer treatment, Buckingham Palace says.

Published on: March 27, 2025 | Source: ABC Australia favicon ABC Australia

Voice of America took jazz behind the Iron Curtain

Since taking office in January, the Trump administration has adopted a heavy-handed approach to cutting any perceived wasteful spending in the US government. One of the more recent institutions targeted by Trump’s team, Voice of America, holds a potentially staggering implication: the end of American soft power. Soft power earned the US government a significant […] The post Voice of America took jazz behind the Iron...

Published on: March 27, 2025 | Source: Asia Times favicon Asia Times

Albanese calls May 3 election, with cost of living the central battleground

The election campaign starts with the government and opposition neck and neck – and minority government considered a real possibility.

Published on: March 27, 2025 | Source: The Conversation (Australia) favicon The Conversation (Australia)

EU looks to hit Big Tech in crackdown on US services exports

Scale of tariff action by Trump administration requires bloc to consider using more powerful trade tools, officials say

Published on: March 27, 2025 | Source: Financial Times - World favicon Financial Times - World

German civil servant fired for Pro-Palestinian comment

Firing for pro-Palestinian comments

Published on: March 27, 2025 | Source: Al Jazeera Middle East favicon Al Jazeera Middle East

View from The Hill: uninspiring leaders, stressed voters and the shadow of Trump make for an uncertain contest

With the next parliament, like this one, expected to have a large crossbench, present polling is pointing towards a minority government as a likely outcome.

Published on: March 27, 2025 | Source: The Conversation (Australia) favicon The Conversation (Australia)

US: Rubio says he may have revoked 'more than 300' visas over pro-Palestine campus activism

US: Rubio says he may have revoked 'more than 300' visas over pro-Palestine campus activism Submitted by Syma Mohammed on Thu, 03/27/2025 - 20:22 The latest person to be targeted by federal immigration agents is an Iranian doctoral student US Secretary of State Marco Rubio speaks during a press conference with Guyanese President Mohamed Irfaan Ali (not pictured) in Georgetown, Guyana, on 27 March 2025 (Nathan...

Published on: March 27, 2025 | Source: Middle East Eye favicon Middle East Eye

AP renews court request for reinstatement to White House press pool

A lawyer for The Associated Press asked a federal judge Thursday to reinstate the agency’s access to the White House press pool and other official events, saying the Trump administration’s ban is a fundamental attack on freedom of speech and should be overturned.

Published on: March 27, 2025 | Source: PBS NewsHour favicon PBS NewsHour

Australians almost never vote out a first-term government. So why is this year’s election looking so tight?

For once-popular Prime Minister Anthony Albanese, the honeymoon is well and truly over.

Published on: March 27, 2025 | Source: The Conversation (Australia) favicon The Conversation (Australia)