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German-Greek relations face crisis over refugee policy

The German government wants to send asylum seekers back to Greece. Athens is opposed to such repatriation. Instead, it wants more EU support with border protection, and a migration agreement with Libya.

Published on: May 31, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

ASEAN-GCC-China summit: a civilized vision in a fractured world

The inaugural ASEAN-GCC-China Summit held in Kuala Lumpur on May 27, 2025, may have passed with minimal fanfare in the Western press, but in the corridors of regional diplomacy, it marked a tectonic shift. More than just a diplomatic novelty, the summit signaled a concerted effort to reimagine global cooperation from the perspectives of three […] The post ASEAN-GCC-China summit: a civilized vision in a fractured world...

Published on: May 31, 2025 | Source: Asia Times favicon Asia Times

Hamburg knife attack: How fake images spread right-wing hate

Muhammad al-Muhammad is the Syrian teenager who helped stop last Friday's knife attack in Hamburg. But reports of his heroism were soon called into question as conflicting accounts flooded social media.

Published on: May 31, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

Tim Wilson takes back Victorian seat of Goldstein from Zoe Daniel by 175 votes, recount confirms

Electoral commission said the partial recount had been a β€˜methodical and highly transparent process’ and that a formal declaration would be made soonSee our full coverage of the Australian electionGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastThe independent politician Zoe Daniel has conceded the Victorian seat of Goldstein after a partial recount confirmed the Liberal party’s Tim Wilson as finishing 175...

Published on: May 31, 2025 | Source: Guardian Australia favicon Guardian Australia

Europe's US-backed conservatives hope this is their moment to go mainstream

Donald Trump's return to the White House helps Europe's nationalists and populists find their voice.

Published on: May 31, 2025 | Source: BBC Europe favicon BBC Europe

China’s navy conducts combat patrols near disputed South China Sea shoal

China's drills near the Scarborough Shoal came as South Korea announced finding new Chinese buoys in the Yellow Sea.

Published on: May 31, 2025 | Source: Al Jazeera Middle East favicon Al Jazeera Middle East

The real meaning of Japan’s β€˜men without chests’

β€œThe task of the modern educator is not to cut down jungles but to irrigate deserts. The right defense against false sentiments is to inculcate just sentiments. By starving the sensibility of our pupils, we only make them easier prey to the propagandist when he comes.” -C.S. Lewis, β€œThe Abolition of Man” A recent article […] The post The real meaning of Japan’s β€˜men without chests’ appeared first on Asia Times.

Published on: May 31, 2025 | Source: Asia Times favicon Asia Times

Save the Amalfi Coast for spring to escape the crowds and hike beneath lemon blossom

April and May are the prime months on the coast, for culture and fewer crowds.

Published on: May 31, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Latest news bulletin | May 31st – Morning

Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel.

Published on: May 31, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Brussels, my love? War in Gaza - what's Netanyahu's endgame?

In this week's edition of Brussels, my love?, panelists are discussing the situation in Gaza, the latest European defence initiative and another fight between Brussels and Hungary.

Published on: May 31, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

A movement against silencing: What the war in Palestine has taught us about journalism

More journalists have been killed since 7 October 2023 than during the two World Wars, Vietnam, Yugoslavia and Afghanistan combined

Published on: May 31, 2025 | Source: Mail & Guardian Africa favicon Mail & Guardian Africa

Jazz in focus: Capturing a sound in image

From rare Ernest Cole prints to iconic portraits of Makeba and Masekela, this show captures the musicians and the energy of live music itself

Published on: May 31, 2025 | Source: Mail & Guardian Africa favicon Mail & Guardian Africa

Trump remittance tax to hit Africans hard

The US president's much-touted tax bill includes a plan to place significant levies on remittances leaving the country. The impact on migrants and their families will be felt across the world, including Africa.

Published on: May 31, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

Guatemala jails ex-paramilitaries for 40 years over rapes during civil war

Lawyers for six victims say 'historic' decision recognises the plight of survivors who demanded justice for decades.

Published on: May 31, 2025 | Source: Al Jazeera Middle East favicon Al Jazeera Middle East

Pentagon chief says ready to 'fight and win' against China, urges Asian allies to boost defense spending

While playing up the U.S.'s enduring commitment to the Indo-Pacific region, Hegseth took swipes at the absence of China's defense minister Dong Jun.

Published on: May 31, 2025 | Source: CNBC International favicon CNBC International

How Bondi mass killer slipped through the cracks in Australia

An inquest is examining whether there were "missed opportunities" to stop Joel Cauchi's stabbing rampage.

Published on: May 31, 2025 | Source: BBC Asia favicon BBC Asia

How a financial influencer built a multiple six-figure portfolio

Euronews spoke to financial influencer Jenny Okpechi about how she built her portfolio – and the benefits of investing early.

Published on: May 31, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

India’s latest coffee hub? Beans and brews offer new hope to Nagaland

Forty years after saplings first came to Nagaland, the northeast Indian state's coffee is creating a niche for itself.

Published on: May 31, 2025 | Source: Al Jazeera Middle East favicon Al Jazeera Middle East

The β€˜wild’ writer who told the truth about work in China

How a Beijing courier’s story struck a chord and escaped the censors

Published on: May 31, 2025 | Source: Financial Times - World favicon Financial Times - World

The court of King Donald

People are willing to tolerate transparent conflicts of interest but they won’t stand for hypocrisy

Published on: May 31, 2025 | Source: Financial Times - World favicon Financial Times - World

London’s Garrick Club admits just three women after rule change

Some members’ β€˜fusty’ attitude leads to suggestion that ending men-only stance was a PR exercise

Published on: May 31, 2025 | Source: Financial Times - World favicon Financial Times - World

Chinese students shaken by US visa crackdown look for Plan B

Prospective scholars think twice about Trump’s America and consider applying to universities elsewhere

Published on: May 31, 2025 | Source: Financial Times - World favicon Financial Times - World

Can you still make money from UK property?

Thirty years on from the introduction of buy-to-let mortgages, landlords are struggling to make ends meet

Published on: May 31, 2025 | Source: Financial Times - World favicon Financial Times - World

β€˜I thought my business would shut down’

Despite the odd setback, Tarquin Leadbetter’s gin distillery has expanded, after he quit his job as an emerging market analyst

Published on: May 31, 2025 | Source: Financial Times - World favicon Financial Times - World

Investors must not let the tariff drama cloud their judgment

Buying the best companies regardless of their country of origin might be the right policy

Published on: May 31, 2025 | Source: Financial Times - World favicon Financial Times - World

For Pop Mart, tiny blind boxes are big business

Gen Z shoppers are driving a collecting frenzy for Labubu across Asia, the US and Europe

Published on: May 31, 2025 | Source: Financial Times - World favicon Financial Times - World

Return of 100% mortgage gathers pace as lenders target first-time buyers

More no-deposit deals to come after launches this month, say industry figures

Published on: May 31, 2025 | Source: Financial Times - World favicon Financial Times - World

Skort shrift: the fight over women’s sportswear

After high-profile pitch stand-offs, players can finally wear shorts

Published on: May 31, 2025 | Source: Financial Times - World favicon Financial Times - World

For Europe, America was the future. Now what?

Mark Mazower on the long history and troubled present of the transatlantic relationship

Published on: May 31, 2025 | Source: Financial Times - World favicon Financial Times - World

Risk aversion in the defence ministry is holding Britain back

Modern armies must adopt and deploy the latest warfighting technology

Published on: May 31, 2025 | Source: Financial Times - World favicon Financial Times - World

Great rail journeys: nostalgia and magic on the Night Riviera to Cornwall

Journeying back to the golden age of English seaside holidays aboard the GWR sleeper from Paddington

Published on: May 31, 2025 | Source: Financial Times - World favicon Financial Times - World

Universities, revive Joburg’s hippest ’hood – Melville

Melville was an asset undervalued by the city and universities. It is in decay but it could be restored

Published on: May 31, 2025 | Source: Mail & Guardian Africa favicon Mail & Guardian Africa

Do Republicans still care about debt?

The House of Representatives voted to spend more and cut less. Many Republicans don’t mind

Published on: May 31, 2025 | Source: Financial Times - World favicon Financial Times - World

South African firms suspect UAE companies may have obtained military intellectual property

A Special Investigating Unit investigation is focused on employees of defence firms suspected of passing on military intellectual property

Published on: May 31, 2025 | Source: Mail & Guardian Africa favicon Mail & Guardian Africa

Shangri-La Dialogue: US Defense Secretary warns of 'imminent' China threat

Pentagon chief Pete Hegseth has called on Indo-Pacific allies to increase their defense spending in the face of a "real" threat from China. Hegseth made the remarks at the Shangri-La security summit in Singapore.

Published on: May 31, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)