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The Hell’s Kitchen room that monitors every subway train in New York
Under threat from the Trump administration, the MTA’s high-tech nerve centre is focused on keeping the city moving
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How Trump weaponises uncertainty
Keeping your opponents guessing can be an effective strategy for politicians. It’s also a double-edged one, writes trader-turned-neuroscientist John Coates
Published on: May 10, 2025 | Source:Taiwan’s Lai accused of ignoring Japanese invasion of China with VE Day speech
Opposition lawmakers and historians challenge the Taiwanese leader’s remarks, which were also denounced by Beijing.
Published on: May 10, 2025 | Source:Indonesia is the world’s ‘most-flourishing’ country. What does that mean?
Harvard researchers claim first-ever study measures factors that go beyond wealth, and is more encompassing than usual world happiness surveys.
Published on: May 10, 2025 | Source:Swamp Notes: Trump takes on higher ed
President Donald Trump is in an ongoing standoff with the Ivy League. Other universities may be next
Published on: May 10, 2025 | Source:India and Pakistan: a conflict in the hands of two religious strongmen
Indian leader Narendra Modi and Pakistan’s army chief Asim Munir both believe they are fighting a just war against a sworn enemy
Published on: May 10, 2025 | Source:‘We tried our best’: owners of failed Hong Kong congee chain break silence
Ocean Empire Food Shop founders say they spent more than HK$30 million of their personal funds in a bid to save company.
Published on: May 10, 2025 | Source:Pakistan says India fired ballistic missiles at three military bases inside the country
Pakistani state-run media say retaliatory strikes are underway as officials condemn the escalation they called a grave “provocation”.
Published on: May 10, 2025 | Source:‘Deal with the women’s issue or enjoy oblivion’: conservative women on whether they can still call the Liberal party home
Federal election defeat proves the party’s haemorrhaging of female voters is entrenched. Can it change course or will it risk ‘oblivion’?Full federal election results: live Australian Senate seat countSee our full coverage of the Australian electionGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastUntil last week’s federal election, Daria Taplin-Buck had always voted Liberal.The 31-year-old, who moved from...
Published on: May 10, 2025 | Source:After teal wave of 2022, there was no ‘sophomore surge’. Where to from here for the independents?
Climate 200 founder Simon Holmes à Court says the movement is ‘not a blip’ and declares independents are ‘here to stay’ and fight the major partiesGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastAs Climate 200 founder Simon Holmes à Court sees it, there are no safe seats or silver medals in politics.The political fundraising body Climate 200 supported 35 community independents – commonly called teals though...
Published on: May 10, 2025 | Source:Water wars: as India weaponises rivers, Pakistan thirsts for security
India’s suspension of a decades-old water treaty has left Pakistan’s farmers facing ruin. Rivers are becoming battlegrounds elsewhere, too.
Published on: May 10, 2025 | Source:Vietnam: End Persecution of Human Rights Activist
Click to expand Image Trinh Ba Phuong. Private (Bangkok) – TheVietnamese authorities should immediately release the prominent human rights activist Trinh Ba Phuong and drop all charges against him, Human Rights Watch said today.In April 2025, the authorities in Quang Nam provincecharged Trinh Ba Phuong under article 117 of the penal code with anti-state propaganda. He was already serving a 10-year prison sentence...
Published on: May 10, 2025 | Source:Air Raid Sirens Sound Across Israel After Ballistic Missile Launch from Yemen
A ballistic missile was launched from Yemen, targeting occupied Palestine, triggering air raid sirens across multiple regions, according to the Israeli military. Regions Placed on High Alert Emergency alarms blared in Jerusalem, Tel Aviv, Hashfela, Gush Dan, and Galilee, causing widespread panic. In Tel Aviv, settlers were seen rushing from beaches to bomb shelters, as […]
Published on: May 09, 2025 | Source:Deadly Attack in Nigeria’s Imo State Leaves 30 Dead Amid Rising Separatist Tensions
At least 30 people were killed when gunmen ambushed travelers along the Okigwe-Owerri road in southeastern Nigeria, setting fire to more than 20 vehicles in what Amnesty International described as a “vicious attack”. Suspected Separatist Involvement The attackers are suspected members of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), a banned separatist group advocating for the […]
Published on: May 09, 2025 | Source:US to begin admitting white South African refugees
The United States will begin admitting the first group of White South African refugees next week, whom President Trump’s administration has argued have been victims of "racial discrimination.” “The refugee program is not intended as a solution for global poverty. And historically it has been used that way…this is an example of the president returning...
Published on: May 09, 2025 | Source:Paralympic medallists looking to rebuild women's wheelchair basketball
Women's wheelchair basketball is facing an uphill battle to qualify for the 2032 Paralympics, with concerns about a lack of grassroots opportunities and funding.
Published on: May 09, 2025 | Source:So you want to increase your country’s birth rate? Experts say it’s tough
As the Trump administration floats potential incentives to bring up the U.S. birth rate, experts tell PBS News that increasing a country’s birth rate is a heavy lift — if it’s possible at all.
Published on: May 09, 2025 | Source:What does it take to increase birth rates? Experts say there’s no ‘magic’ solution
As the Trump administration floats potential incentives to bring up the U.S. birth rate, experts tell PBS News that increasing a country’s birth rate is a heavy lift — if it’s possible at all.
Published on: May 09, 2025 | Source:Acting Head of FEMA Ousted as Trump Seemingly Moves to Eliminate the Agency
One day after the acting head of the Federal Emergency Management Agency said that eliminating FEMA was not “in the best interest of the American people,” the Trump administration ousted him. Now, as the country heads into the stretch of months most prone to wildfires, no one knows if the federal agency key to preventing […]
Published on: May 09, 2025 | Source:Updates: Pakistan alleges Indian missile attack on air bases
Pakistan has accused India of firing missiles at three of its military's air bases on Saturday morning. Pakistan's air space has been closed until midday. DW has more.
Published on: May 09, 2025 | Source:Nighttime Flaring at Shell Plastics Plant Lit Up Beaver County ‘Like Dawn’
Driving home from work late on April 25, Leah Thomas noticed the sky over Beaver County was glowing red. “At first I thought maybe it was a fire, or that something was burning,” she said. As she got closer, she realized the light was coming from the Shell ethane cracker plant, a huge plastics manufacturing […]
Published on: May 09, 2025 | Source:Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro Joins Global Leaders in Floral Tribute at Moscow’s Tomb of the Unknown Soldier
President Nicolás Maduro joins leaders from over 20 nations in Moscow for an emotional floral tribute at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, honoring those who fought for freedom and commemorating their sacrifice. Related: Venezuela’s President Nicolas Maduro Arrives in Moscow for WWII Victory Anniversary & Strategic Talks with Putin President of the Bolivarian Republic […]
Published on: May 09, 2025 | Source:Couple 'basically homeless' a year on from freak tornado
A year has passed since a surprise tornado struck WA's second-largest city, Bunbury, damaging 220 homes and destroying nine, but some are still without a permanent place to live.
Published on: May 09, 2025 | Source:Mixed reality, 3D printing: cutting-edge tech transforms surgery at Hong Kong hospital
Consultant at Prince of Wales Hospital says tech helps doctors understand how to perform surgery well, accurately and as quickly as possible.
Published on: May 09, 2025 | Source:Stockholm rejects U.S. demand to end DEI programs in accordance with Trump policy
The Stockholm City Council has rejected the U.S. Embassy's demands that it comply with the Trump administration's rollback ofdiversity, equity and inclusion policies.
Published on: May 09, 2025 | Source:Pope Leo XIV’s longtime friend shares insights on what to expect from his papacy
Pope Leo XIV delivered his first homily and celebrated his first Mass after being elected leader of the Catholic Church. The new pontiff brings decades of international experience, from serving as a missionary and bishop in Peru to a senior Vatican official in charge of overseeing bishops around the world. Geoff Bennett discussed what shaped Pope Leo’s views and who he is with Rev. Robert Hagan.
Published on: May 09, 2025 | Source:India-Pakistan Conflict Escalates: Pakistan Launches “Operation Bunyan ul Marsoos” in Retaliation
Pakistan launches large-scale military offensive against India, targeting missile sites and airbases in response to India’s “Operation Sindoor.” Tensions soar after Kashmir terror attack. Related: India Activates Reservists Amid Military Escalation With Pakistan The Pakistani government has confirmed the launch of Operation Bunyan ul Marsoos, a large-scale military offensive against India that began in the […]
Published on: May 09, 2025 | Source:US to waive demand for Hamas to disarm: Report
US to waive demand for Hamas to disarm: Report Arab sources speaking to al-Arabi al-Jadeed have said Washington is likely to consider waiving the demand for Hamas to disarm in order to arrive at a permanent ceasefire in Gaza. Hamas has repeatedly said that laying down its weapons is its red line, until the Israeli occupation ends. The Trump administration has been eager to resolve the 19-month-long war on Gaza before...
Published on: May 09, 2025 | Source:Top Trump adviser suggests White House could suspend habeas corpus to deport migrants
The Trump administration again escalated its fight with the judiciary. In stunning remarks, White House Deputy Chief of Staff Stephen Miller said they are considering suspending habeas corpus for migrants contesting detentions. Miller’s comments come as judges across the country have blocked major parts of President Trump’s immigration agenda. Laura Barrón-López reports.
Published on: May 09, 2025 | Source:‘This is a light of hope’: Mohsen Mahdawi says release shows democracy is functioning
Columbia University student Mohsen Mahdawi is fighting against his possible deportation after being detained by ICE and then released by a judge. The Trump administration wants to deport him, saying his presence has "foreign policy consequences." His lawyers say he was detained for speaking out for Palestinian human rights. Laura Barrón-López sat down with Mahdawi to discuss his experience.
Published on: May 09, 2025 | Source:Putin uses Russia’s WWII celebration to strengthen alliance with China
Russia celebrated the Soviet Union’s victory over Nazi Germany in World War II in an annual parade that filled Red Square with military hardware and dozens of foreign leaders. Vladimir Putin once again tied Russia’s past triumphs to today’s war in Ukraine and further tied Russia’s fate to that of China. Nick Schifrin reports.
Published on: May 09, 2025 | Source:Thune on millionaire tax: 'I don’t want to see taxes go up on anybody'
Senate Majority Leader John Thune (R-S.D.) is making it clear that he’s not a fan of President Trump’s proposal earlier this week to raise taxes on wealthy income earners, but he’s willing to listen to what the president has in mind. “I don’t want to see taxes go up on anybody,” Thune said in an...
Published on: May 09, 2025 | Source:How Armando found a new way to climb after frostbite took his fingers
After a disaster in the Nepalese Himalayas, Armando Corvini thought he might never walk again. But he's proving age and a disability cannot stop him.
Published on: May 09, 2025 | Source:What makes the first U.S.-born pope an ‘unusual’ choice
Pope Leo XIV's election marks the second straight time the cardinals have selected someone from the Americas, as well as a pontiff who had been a member of a religious order.
Published on: May 09, 2025 | Source:China’s exports to U.S. sink, offset by trade with other economies, as Trump’s tariffs hit global trade
China’s exports to the United States tumbled in April while its trade with other economies surged, suggesting that President Donald Trump'stariffsoffensive is hastening a shakeup in global supply chains.
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