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‘To name is to claim:’ Inside Trump’s cartographical compulsion

It’s ingrained in his background in real estate and branding.

Published on: May 11, 2025 | Source: Politico Europe favicon Politico Europe

‘Tied down’: Hong Kong carers of autistic youngsters under high stress, poll finds

Long hours and lack of support among pressures reported in survey of 220 carers by To Dream Charity Foundation.

Published on: May 11, 2025 | Source: South China Morning Post favicon South China Morning Post

Saudi Aramco profits drop in first quarter as uncertainty rises

Aramco had expected to declare total dividends of US$85.4 billion in 2025, down sharply from last year’s payout of over US$124 billion.

Published on: May 11, 2025 | Source: South China Morning Post favicon South China Morning Post

Chinese female-only temple run by nuns offers free food, lodging to help women, goes viral

Religious safe space offers an array of activities for women of every background, allowing them to achieve inner peace.

Published on: May 11, 2025 | Source: South China Morning Post favicon South China Morning Post

Latest news bulletin | May 11th – Midday

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 11, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Real Madrid: Sporting success but constant complaining is ruining the game

Real Madrid go into Sunday's Clasico desperately needing to beat Barcelona. Not only is the La Liga title still to play for, Carlo Ancelotti's side desperately needs to rebuild their fortunes on and off the pitch in a season that's been marked by their protests about players, rules and referees.

Published on: May 11, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

While China’s EV exports to UK are down, plug-in hybrids are bucking the trend

The country exported 3,898 hybrid EVs to the UK in March, a year-on-year increase of 1,849%.

Published on: May 11, 2025 | Source: South China Morning Post favicon South China Morning Post

As Federal Incentive Rollbacks Loom, Could the Heat Pump Revolution Stall Out?

PHILADELPHIA—It was an unseasonably warm spring day, and Jackie Robinson was keen to show off a machine that many climate advocates say is the cooling technology of the future. “Welcome to my heat pump lab,” Robinson said. “Come on in.” Robinson’s lab, buried inside a sprawling former factory in Philadelphia’s rough-and-tumble Kensington neighborhood, contains a […]

Published on: May 11, 2025 | Source: Inside Climate News favicon Inside Climate News

India's Modi holds high-level talks amid Pakistan ceasefire

A fragile ceasefire between India and Pakistan appears to be holding, despite violation allegations. US President Trump has praised both countries and said trade would be ramped up with the neighboing states. Follow DW.

Published on: May 11, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

Chinese man visits cybercafe for acupuncture, ends up in ICU with punctured lungs

‘Ignorant’ man with benign tumour places trust in ‘barefoot doctor’, becomes incontinent, stops breathing, almost dies.

Published on: May 11, 2025 | Source: South China Morning Post favicon South China Morning Post

Hong Kong Cinema Day: movie theatres achieve 83% occupancy rate, a 3-year high

Annual promotion helps attract nearly 195,000 people to cinemas offering discounts on tickets, slightly below last year’s tally.

Published on: May 11, 2025 | Source: South China Morning Post favicon South China Morning Post

Turkish Tufts student detained by ICE, released and returns to Boston

Tufts University student Rumeysa Ozturk — arrested and held for over six weeks — says she will continue seeking justice. She co-authored an op-ed criticizing Tufts' response to the war in Gaza.

Published on: May 11, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

Asia hopes for cheaper oil as Opec boosts output – but trade doubts linger

For import-reliant Asia, the Opec+ output rise is a welcome development. Markets are still on edge over US-China trade uncertainty, however.

Published on: May 11, 2025 | Source: South China Morning Post favicon South China Morning Post

Hong Kong will ‘play it safe’ with growth figures amid US tariff war: Paul Chan

US tariffs have huge impact, with ‘major uncertainties over the economic outlook’, Financial Secretary Paul Chan says.

Published on: May 11, 2025 | Source: South China Morning Post favicon South China Morning Post

3 Chinese nationals arrested for running illegal poker den in Japan condo

Police suspect the trio received 5 per cent of winnings as a fee and hosted around a dozen players per day.

Published on: May 11, 2025 | Source: South China Morning Post favicon South China Morning Post

Germany: New Merz cabinet raises concerns over lobbying

No sooner had Friedrich Merz announced new government positions than accusations of "lobbyism" began to fly. How is lobbying regulated in Germany — and how big a problem is it?

Published on: May 11, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

2 arrested in Hong Kong over violent confrontation involving minibus driver

Online footage shows group of men surrounding red-topped minibus amid chaotic confrontation that saw vehicle repeatedly slam into car.

Published on: May 11, 2025 | Source: South China Morning Post favicon South China Morning Post

Tourists, cult status drive profits at Japan discount chain offering ‘jungle’-like experience

Shopping at Don Quijote is like a ‘treasure hunt’ – a fun encounter that foreign visitors love, a manager at the retailer says.

Published on: May 11, 2025 | Source: South China Morning Post favicon South China Morning Post

Latest news bulletin | May 11th – 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 11, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Are these the best European countries to start a business in?

Euronews explores which countries in Europe are relatively easier to set up a new business in, given the current economic environment.

Published on: May 11, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Number of entrepreneurs closing UK businesses hits highest level since pandemic

Advisers say tax changes have spurred some voluntary shut downs

Published on: May 11, 2025 | Source: Financial Times - World favicon Financial Times - World

LLM vs LLB: the case for junior lawyers is undermined by AI

Artificial intelligence will require its own rule book — a fundamental role for humans to undertake

Published on: May 11, 2025 | Source: Financial Times - World favicon Financial Times - World

In Indonesia, nickel miners warn of mass lay-offs as royalty rise threatens profits

The Indonesian government’s bid to boost state revenue and fund projects with higher mining royalties is being met with an industry backlash.

Published on: May 11, 2025 | Source: South China Morning Post favicon South China Morning Post

German woman has no signs of cancer after undergoing a new double-lung transplant surgery

The surgery method could offer new hope for some late-stage cancer patients who are out of other options.

Published on: May 11, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Drug trial offers hope for patients with hard-to-treat lung cancer in China, US

New medication appears to be safer and more effective than standard therapy, according to trial led by Chinese and US scientists.

Published on: May 11, 2025 | Source: South China Morning Post favicon South China Morning Post

Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro Visits St. Petersburg, Strengthens Strategic Ties With Russia

Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro met with St. Petersburg Governor Aleksandr Beglov to reinforce bilateral cooperation, emphasizing multipolar world order and historic ties. Related: Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro Joins Global Leaders in Floral Tribute at Moscow’s Tomb of the Unknown Soldier Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro Visits St. Petersburg, Reaffirms Venezuela-Russia Cooperation Venezuelan President...

Published on: May 11, 2025 | Source: Telesur English favicon Telesur English

'Proud to be young' - Beauty queen, lawyer and Botswana's youngest cabinet minister

Lesego Chombo tells the BBC she was appointed by the president before he had even met her.

Published on: May 11, 2025 | Source: BBC Africa favicon BBC Africa

Dumped cabinet minister Ed Husic aims blame at ‘factional assassin’ Richard Marles

Husic says speaking out on Gaza was a factor in him being dropped from the ministryAustralia news live: latest politics and federal election updatesGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastEd Husic has blamed Richard Marles for his shock ousting from the cabinet this week, accusing the deputy prime minister of being a “factional assassin”.Husic on Sunday said he believed his speaking out on issues...

Published on: May 11, 2025 | Source: Guardian Australia favicon Guardian Australia

Venezuela’s CNE Declares Readiness for May 25 Elections After Successful Electoral Drill

Venezuela’s National Electoral Council (CNE) confirms full preparedness for May 25 elections following a nationwide drill. Over 11,000 operators tested voting systems, with improved efficiency and rapid response protocols. Related: Venezuelans Vote in Peaceful Nationwide Electoral Drill Ahead of May 25 Elections Venezuela’s CNE Confirms Election Readiness After Successful May 25 Simulation Venezuela’s National...

Published on: May 11, 2025 | Source: Telesur English favicon Telesur English

Bangladesh bans ousted PM's Awami League under terrorism law

Bangladesh's interim government has banned the Awami League, the political party of former prime minister Sheikh Hasina.

Published on: May 10, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

Vladimir Putin does not respond to the ceasefire plan and offers ‘direct talks’ with Kyiv on May 15

Russia’s president, Vladimir Putin, said he is ready for ‘direct talks’ with Kyiv in Istanbul on 15 May to discuss a possible agreement with Ukraine as his unilateral ‘Victory Day’ truce ends.

Published on: May 10, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Putin stays silent on ceasefire and offers ‘direct talks’ with Ukraine in Istanbul

The proposal for direct talks with Kyiv comes hours after Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and four European leaders, with the backing of the US, demanded that Moscow agree to an unconditional 30-day ceasefire starting on Monday

Published on: May 10, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Ukraine and allies ready for ‘unconditional ceasefire’ as leaders visit Kyiv

German chancellor Friedrich Merz joins French, British and Polish leaders in show of solidarity with Volodymyr Zelenskyy

Published on: May 10, 2025 | Source: Financial Times - World favicon Financial Times - World

Venezuelans Vote in Peaceful Nationwide Electoral Drill Ahead of May 25 Elections

Ahead of May 25 elections, Venezuela’s mock voting drill tested automated ballot machines and voter protocols. Key stakes include 285 legislative seats, governorships, and public confidence in electoral transparency. Related: Venezuela’s VP Delcy Rodríguez Promotes Citizen Participation in Catia Electoral Drill The National Electoral Council held a Mock Voting Exercise this Saturday, May 10th, at […]

Published on: May 10, 2025 | Source: Telesur English favicon Telesur English

Fun park, police station and school transformed into 'quirky' homes

An agent says interest in alternatives to traditional real estate is on the rise in regional Australia, due in part to the nation's housing crisis.

Published on: May 10, 2025 | Source: ABC Australia favicon ABC Australia