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India’s manufacturers fear influx of cheap Chinese imports amid US-China trade war fallout
From yarn to steel, India’s domestic industries say they’re being priced out as Chinese firms redirect exports away from the United States.
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Arab League calls for funds to rebuild Gaza at summit in Baghdad
The war on Palestinian territory dominated the summit, especially after Israel approves plans to expand its offensive.
Published on: May 17, 2025 | Source:Hong Kong officials launch probe after worker falls to his death at luxury villa
Renovation work suspended after labourer reportedly trips while on canopy, falling three metres into swimming pool in Sheung Shui.
Published on: May 17, 2025 | Source:A 20 Percent Electric Bill Surge Tests New Jersey’s Climate Goals
On June 1, New Jersey residents will face something they’ve dreaded for months: A nearly 20 percent rate increase in their electricity bills. A leading state in climate policy, New Jersey is being squeezed by soaring energy demand from data centers and a sluggish connection of renewable sources by grid operator PJM Interconnection. “That’s a […]
Published on: May 17, 2025 | Source:Scientists gobsmacked by never-seen footage of earth rupturing during Myanmar quake
The video was captured by a surveillance cameraon March 28 when a violent earthquake struck the southeast Asian country of Myanmar — causing widespread damageas far away as Bangkok in neighbouring Thailand, and killing some 3,700 people, according to Myanmar's ruling military junta.
Published on: May 17, 2025 | Source:Hong Kong trade bodies urged to learn from Qatar to enhance investor services
Hong Kong Productivity Council chairman joined city leader’s recent trip to Middle East and says he was impressed by Qatar Development Bank.
Published on: May 17, 2025 | Source:Trump says he will call Putin, Zelenskyy to discuss Ukraine ‘bloodbath’
The US leader says he will phone the Russian president, followed by his Ukrainian counterpart and NATO allies on Monday.
Published on: May 17, 2025 | Source:Hong Kong police smash cross-border syndicate that laundered HK$118 million
Twelve arrested in operation as authorities seek tougher action on fraud-related cases involving renting or selling personal bank accounts.
Published on: May 17, 2025 | Source:‘Exploding inequality’: The fight for the hearts and minds of Poland’s left
The left-wing contenders in Sunday’s presidential election are expected to perform better this time - but not much.
Published on: May 17, 2025 | Source:North Korea's 'accidental defectors' stuck south of border
Two North Korean fishermen say they want to return home after their boat was washed south of the maritime boundary months ago. But Pyongyang hasn't picked up the phone.
Published on: May 17, 2025 | Source:Malaysian woman’s epic solo motorcycle quest takes her from Asia to Antarctica
After becoming the first Muslim woman to motorcycle solo around the world, Anita Yusof now aims to conquer all seven continents.
Published on: May 17, 2025 | Source:Portugal gears up for third national election in three years
Parties and voters alike are gearing up for what promises to be a unique election amid voter discontent and recent controversy.
Published on: May 17, 2025 | Source:DNA study 'fills gaps' in Indigenous Americans' ancestry
A new genetic study has traced prehistoric human migration from Asia to North and South America. The findings are helping underrepresented Indigenous groups understand their ancestral origins.
Published on: May 17, 2025 | Source:Beijing ‘flexible’ in courting Taiwan allies as Haiti, St Lucia attend mainland forum
The Caribbean countries are among handful of nations with formal Taipei ties, but presence in Beijing signals pragmatism, analysts say.
Published on: May 17, 2025 | Source:Tusk government anxious ahead of Poland's presidential vote
The Polish government's approval ratings are down as the current president blocks reforms. The outcome of Sunday's election will determine whether the stalemate continues or ends.
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Published on: May 17, 2025 | Source:Why are female entrepreneurs finding it harder to secure loans?
Euronews looks at some of the reasons stopping female founders from accessing as much money as their male counterparts, as well as what can be done about it.
Published on: May 17, 2025 | Source:Primal, elemental and unpredictable — the magic of open-air theatre
Actors and directors on their experiences of drama al fresco
Published on: May 17, 2025 | Source:BT nears deal to sell TNT Sports stake to Warner Bros Discovery
Deal could be announced as early as next week that would bring telecoms group’s involvement in sports rights to a close
Published on: May 17, 2025 | Source:Portugal’s centre-right pitches ‘humane’ migration stance ahead of vote
Governing Democratic Alliance seeks to stave off anti-immigrant Chega party in Sunday’s parliamentary election
Published on: May 17, 2025 | Source:Novelist Daniel Kehlmann: ‘I wanted to write about complicity’
The Austrian-German writer’s new novel The Director explores totalitarianism through a fictionalised account of the Nazi-era filmmaker GW Pabst. It couldn’t be more timely
Published on: May 17, 2025 | Source:India accused of forcing Rohingya refugees into sea near Myanmar
At least 40 refugees, including children and old folks, were given life jackets, then cast adrift near the India-Myanmar border, UNHCR says.
Published on: May 17, 2025 | Source:AI is the future of war
In the 1983 film War Games, a supercomputer known as WOPR (for War Operation Plan Response) is about to provoke a nuclear war between the United States and the Soviet Union, but because of the ingenuity of a teenager (played by Matthew Broderick), catastrophe is averted. In the first Terminator film, which was released a […] The post AI is the future of war appeared first on Asia Times.
Published on: May 17, 2025 | Source:US Supreme Court blocks Trump bid to resume quick deportations of Venezuelans
The high court action is the latest in a string of judicial setbacks for the Trump administration’s effort to speed deportations of people in the country illegally.
Published on: May 17, 2025 | Source:Cambodia starts selling durians to China, vying to rival Thailand, Vietnam and Malaysia
The Southeast Asian nation sees juicy opportunities in the vast Chinese durian market, but first it will need to win over picky consumers.
Published on: May 17, 2025 | Source:U.S. Moves Closer to Withdrawing Troops from Europe: A Step Toward Sovereignty and Peace
The United States announces talks to reduce its military presence in Europe by the end of 2025, a decision that could strengthen European autonomy and challenge U.S. military hegemony on the continent. Related: NATO Should Not Be Part of the Ukrainian War: Erdogan The U.S. ambassador to NATO, Matthew Whitaker, confirmed that the United States […]
Published on: May 17, 2025 | Source:#TheMoment Harvard discovered its copy of the Magna Carta was real
Nathan Tidridge, an author and expert on Canadian democracy, discusses the significance of Harvard University discovering its Magna Carta replica was authentic.
Published on: May 17, 2025 | Source:Japanese officials want ‘selfish’ Mount Fuji climbers to pay for off-season rescue
The call came after a Chinese student, who was rescued twice from Mount Fuji, said he went back the second time to try to retrieve his phone.
Published on: May 17, 2025 | Source:China Denounces U.S. Protectionism and Unilateral Tech Repression Amid AI Chip Dispute
China firmly condemns U.S. export controls targeting Huawei’s Ascend AI chips, accusing Washington of protectionism and threatening decisive measures to defend Chinese tech sovereignty. Related: U.S. Businesses Race to Restock as China Tariff Cut Offers 90-Day Lifeline In a clear rebuke to U.S. unilateralism, China’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs spokesperson Lin Jian denounced Washington’s recent […]
Published on: May 17, 2025 | Source:Venezuela: Diosdado Cabello Accuses Far-Right of Bomb Plot Ahead of Elections – Security Alerts Escalate
Venezuelan Interior Minister Diosdado Cabello warns of far-right plans to attack health centers, embassies, and police stations ahead of May 25 elections. Government vows to counter violence with votes. Related: Far Right Tried to Extort Money From the Parents of a Venezuelan Girl Kidnapped by the U.S. In a recent episode of his radio program […]
Published on: May 17, 2025 | Source:Malaysia’s ‘fish hunters’ target invasive species, one catch at a time
Invasive species are an issue the world over, and waterways in mega-biodiverse Malaysia are threatened by imported fish.
Published on: May 17, 2025 | Source:Chad: Opposition Leader Arrested
Click to expand Image Then-Prime Minister Succès Masra, leader of Chad’s main opposition party Les Transformateurs, casts his ballot in N'Djamena, Chad, May 6, 2024. 2024 Photo by JORIS BOLOMEY/AFP via Getty Images (New York) –Chadian authorities arrested Succès Masra, the former prime minister and leader of Chad’s main opposition party, at his residence in N’Djamena early on May 16, 2025, Human Rights Watch said...
Published on: May 17, 2025 | Source:Another Courageous Journalist Jailed in Azerbaijan
Click to expand Image Ulviyya Ali protests against a media bill alongside other journalists, in front of the Parliament building in Baku, Azerbaijan, December 28, 2021. The writing on her hand reads "a word is free." 2021 Ulviyya Ali “If you are reading this note it is because I have been unjustly jailed for my journalism work. Like my other journalist colleagues, I have committed no crime,”wrote Ulviyya Guliyeva...
Published on: May 17, 2025 | Source:US announces first ‘terrorism’ charges for supporting a Mexican cartel
Immigration and Customs Enforcement has accused a Mexican woman of furnishing a cartel with grenades and other weapons.
Published on: May 17, 2025 | Source:Bolivia: Police Repress Caravan Supporting Evo Morales in La Paz Amid Electoral Struggle
Hundreds of Evo Morales supporters arrived in La Paz in a powerful caravan demanding his right to run in the upcoming presidential elections, only to face tear gas and police repression near the Supreme Electoral Tribunal. The mobilization highlights the ongoing political persecution against the former president and his movement. Related: Evo Morales to Be […]
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