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France summons US ambassador over antisemitism claims

Charles Kushner wrote to Emmanuel Macron accusing the president of โ€˜a lack of sufficient actionโ€™ in confronting the issue

Published on: August 25, 2025 | Source: Financial Times - World favicon Financial Times - World

FirstFT: Investors back New York office space revival

Also in todayโ€™s newsletter, Keurig Dr Pepper agrees 16bn coffee deal and private equity groups struggle to raise money

Published on: August 25, 2025 | Source: Financial Times - World favicon Financial Times - World

US banks lobby to block stablecoin interest over fears of deposit flight

Industry groups say new crypto law has a โ€˜loopholeโ€™ that could cost banks trillions of dollars in outflows

Published on: August 25, 2025 | Source: Financial Times - World favicon Financial Times - World

Death Toll for Gazan Journalists Rises to 244 as Four Killed in Israeli Strikes

Four journalists working for international news agencies and television networks were killed in an attack on Gazaโ€™s Nasser Hospital on Monday, according to the latest figures from the Gaza government, which states that a total of 244 journalists have been killed since the Israeli offensive began in October 2023. RELATED: Hamas Accuses Netanyahu of Sabotaging [โ€ฆ]

Published on: August 25, 2025 | Source: Telesur English favicon Telesur English

Dresden tram stabbing: Police appeal for witnesses

A US citizen was stabbed when he tried to stop two men from harassing female passengers on a tram, according to the police, who are now searching for any clues.

Published on: August 25, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

Global water crisis could cost trillions

A growing water deficit driven by heat and drought is set to devastate local and national economies, resulting in food insecurity, displacement and political upheaval.

Published on: August 25, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

Germany: Neo-Nazi murderer strikes deal to start new life

Convicted NSU terrorist Beate Zschรคpe has been accepted into a rehabilitation program, which might help her to leave prison early. Relatives of the NSU victims are outraged.

Published on: August 25, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

Hard rivalry for Buddhismโ€™s soft power

In an era of geopolitical uncertainty, punctuated by trade wars, rising costs, and fractured alliances, diplomacy is increasingly being conducted not just in boardrooms and embassies but in temples and pilgrimage sites. From May to June this year, India loaned sacred relics of the Buddha to Vietnam for a historic multi-city exposition. Drawing nearly 15 [โ€ฆ] The post Hard rivalry for Buddhismโ€™s soft power appeared first...

Published on: August 25, 2025 | Source: Asia Times favicon Asia Times

Does the future of green manufacturing lie in 3D printing?

Digital manufacturing is increasingly being used to reduce waste, improve energy efficiency and enhance circularity of materials in the economy The post Does the future of green manufacturing lie in 3D printing? appeared first on Climate Home News.

Published on: August 25, 2025 | Source: Climate Home News favicon Climate Home News

Barbados PM Mia Mottley Launches Caribbean Institute for Democracy, Urges Region to Remain a Zone of Peace

Barbados Prime Minister (PM) Mia Mottley announced the creation of the Caribbean Institute for Democracy and Political Governance at the University of the West Indies (UWI), during her speech at the CARIFESTA roundtable titled โ€œThe Great Conversation: The Idea of Caribbean Civilization.โ€ RELATED: Boliviaโ€™s President Arce Condemns US Military Buildup and Affirms ALBA-TCPโ€™s Zone of [โ€ฆ]

Published on: August 25, 2025 | Source: Telesur English favicon Telesur English

Germany updates: Merkel reflects on 2015 refugee policy

The former chancellor believes much has been achieved since allowing hundreds of thousands of refugees into Germany.

Published on: August 25, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

UK gender pay gap understated for past two decades, report finds

Office for National Statistics already under scrutiny over quality of its figures

Published on: August 25, 2025 | Source: Financial Times - World favicon Financial Times - World

Marylandโ€™s Governor and Legislature Just Got So-So Grades on Their Environmental Scorecards

ANNAPOLIS, Md.โ€” When Wes Moore became Marylandโ€™s governor in 2023, he pledged to lead the state into a climate-resilient future by lowering emissions and decarbonizing the economyโ€”and leave no one behind in doing so. But two and a half years into his term, the Moore administration has fallen short on its climate and environmental justice [โ€ฆ]

Published on: August 25, 2025 | Source: Inside Climate News favicon Inside Climate News

Murray Watt advised by own department to declare protection order over โ€˜significant Aboriginal areaโ€™ in WA

Exclusive: Environment department document states that Burrup peninsula site near Woodside gas plant โ€˜under threat of injury or desecrationโ€™Follow our Australia news live blog for latest updatesGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastThe environment minister, Murray Watt, has been advised by his department to declare a protection order over part of the Burrup peninsula in Western Australia due to its...

Published on: August 25, 2025 | Source: Guardian Australia favicon Guardian Australia

China, Hong Kong stocks climb, leading gains in Asia

The Hang Seng Tech index rose 3.14% with strong moves seen in Nio, which gained 15.17% and semiconductor and electronics manufacturer ASMPT, which added 7.6%.

Published on: August 25, 2025 | Source: CNBC International favicon CNBC International

Lambie says crossbench โ€˜not importantโ€™ after Laborโ€™s election landslide โ€“ as it happened

This blog is now closedGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastPM to seek meeting with Trump as โ€˜summit seasonโ€™ approachesAnthony Albanese and Clare Oโ€™Neil have taken a venture out to the Canberra โ€˜burbs this morning, to spruik the 5% deposit scheme.[There are] a number of events over the coming months, weโ€™re about to enter summit season, and I look forward to discussions continuing face to face, as...

Published on: August 25, 2025 | Source: Guardian Australia favicon Guardian Australia

China Defends Latin America Cooperation After Criticism from U.S. Southern Command Chief

China affirmed on Monday that its cooperation with Latin American countries is โ€œmutually beneficialโ€ and based on โ€œrespect,โ€ in response to Admiral Alvin Holsey, head of the U.S. Southern Command, who claimed in Buenos Aires that the Asian country seeks to โ€œexport its authoritarian modelโ€ to the region. RELATED: China Condemns U.S. Naval Operations Near [โ€ฆ]

Published on: August 25, 2025 | Source: Telesur English favicon Telesur English

Teachers Try to Take Time Back Using AI Tools

Some educators use AI to streamline lesson plans, personalize learning and reduce burnout, freeing up hours for themselves and their students.

Published on: August 25, 2025 | Source: EdSurge favicon EdSurge

From American Eagle to Swatch, why brands seem to keep getting it so wrong

American Eagle, Swatch and Sanex have all sparked backlash recently over their seemingly tone deaf campaigns.

Published on: August 25, 2025 | Source: CNBC International favicon CNBC International

Nio shares surge over 14%, extending gains for seventh session

The rally comes in large part after the company unveiled its latest ES8 SUV on Aug. 21.

Published on: August 25, 2025 | Source: CNBC International favicon CNBC International

Singapore July inflation eases to cooler-than-expected 0.6% โ€” lowest since Jan. 2021

This was lower than the 0.7% expected by economists polled by Reuters, and was also below the 0.8% seen in June.

Published on: August 25, 2025 | Source: CNBC International favicon CNBC International

Congo-Kinshasa: The Doctor Who Couldn't Leave Goma

[UN News] In the days leading up to the fall of Goma, the capital of North Kivu, in eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), Dr. Thierno Balde slept with a helmet and bulletproof vest beside his bed as shells rattled the walls of his hotel.

Published on: August 25, 2025 | Source: AllAfrica favicon AllAfrica

That cough syrup may get you fired

Taking medication for flu could breach companiesโ€™ no-alcohol in the workplace policies

Published on: August 25, 2025 | Source: Mail & Guardian Africa favicon Mail & Guardian Africa

Israel Killed 6, Critically Injured 21 in Recent Attack on Yemenโ€™s Capital City

Houthis in Yemen reported that Sundayโ€™s Israeli strikes on the capital, Sanaโ€™a, killed six people and injured 86, including 21 in critical condition. According to Anees al Asbahi, spokesperson for the Houthi health ministry, among the wounded are seven children and three women. RELATED: 3 Critical Developments in the Rising Houthi Missile Attacks Threatening Regional [โ€ฆ]

Published on: August 25, 2025 | Source: Telesur English favicon Telesur English

How bonuses are changing online gambling in South Africa: A complete guide for players

Discover the most popular online casino bonuses in South Africa, how to use them wisely, and what to look out for to avoid scams Online Casino Bonuses in South Africa: A Complete Guide for Players Online gambling in South Africa has grown rapidly since the early 2010s. While legislation still restricts certain forms of internet-based [โ€ฆ]

Published on: August 25, 2025 | Source: Mail & Guardian Africa favicon Mail & Guardian Africa

The Rise of โ€˜Emptyโ€™ Escapes

Today, luxury is more peace than price tag Luxury tourism is becoming more and more subjective. For some, luxury travel is a curated art tour in Paris, Amsterdam or New York. For others, itโ€™s a culinary adventure in Marrakech, Walesโ€™s Hay Literary Festival, a walking safari in South Luangwa National Park or, increasingly, an empty [โ€ฆ]

Published on: August 25, 2025 | Source: Mail & Guardian Africa favicon Mail & Guardian Africa

Is South Africa doing enough to protect gamblers?

Some measures are in place but others, such as affordability checks and formal financial vulnerability assessments, are not mandated for gamblers

Published on: August 25, 2025 | Source: Mail & Guardian Africa favicon Mail & Guardian Africa

Childโ€™s play: Essential ways to reimagine fatherhood

To bring children up to be smarter, stronger and kinder, fathers and male caregivers can redefine masculinity through playing

Published on: August 25, 2025 | Source: Mail & Guardian Africa favicon Mail & Guardian Africa

No room for the timid: setting Australiaโ€™s 2035 emissions target is a daring tightrope act

Can the Albanese government strike the right balance: set a climate policy thatโ€™s strong enough to work, but isnโ€™t branded reckless?

Published on: August 25, 2025 | Source: The Conversation (Australia) favicon The Conversation (Australia)

Olympic swimmer sees need for better Germany integration

Swimmer Alaa Maso fled Syria in 2015 and, along with around a million others, arrived in Germany. After competing at the Paris Olympics in 2024, Maso is applying to become a German citizen.

Published on: August 25, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

Israel must take hostage deal, its military chief reportedly says

The chief of staff said there is a deal on the table and Netanyahu must take it, Israeli media says.

Published on: August 25, 2025 | Source: BBC Middle East favicon BBC Middle East

CNBC Daily Open: Expectations of Jerome's rate cuts weren't built in a day

A glimpse of a shadow of a suggestion that the Fed might start lowering interest rates again was enough to send U.S. stocks surging and Treasury yields falling.

Published on: August 25, 2025 | Source: CNBC International favicon CNBC International

The Broad Front for Democracy Consolidates Itself as a Leftist Political Party in Panama

The Broad Front for Democracy (FAD in Spanish) held its national convention this Sunday in Panama to officially establish itself as a political party, with the goal of participating in the 2029 general elections as a left-wing force. RELATED: Venezuela and Panama Resume Consular Services to Support Their Citizens In an official release, the FAD [โ€ฆ]

Published on: August 25, 2025 | Source: Telesur English favicon Telesur English

Kids with โ€˜developmental delayโ€™ will be diverted from the NDIS. But how do you know if your child is delayed?

Developmental delay might mean a toddler isnโ€™t using sentences when expected, or not meeting milestones such as walking or feeding themself.

Published on: August 25, 2025 | Source: The Conversation (Australia) favicon The Conversation (Australia)