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CNBC Daily Open: Countries want to strike deals with U.S. β€” but are also making them without it

They may be bridges being built in the aftermath of Trump tariffs. But those connections could bypass the U.S. β€” which, according to Trump, does not need deals.

Published on: May 07, 2025 | Source: CNBC International favicon CNBC International

The Conclave: A Sacred Ritual in a World Awaiting Change

The death of Pope Francisβ€”the β€œPope among the people”—left a silence that echoes beyond the Vatican. His papacy was one of humility, reform, and unexpected gestures: washing the feet of prisoners, accepted that divorced Catholics may receive communion, challenging the excesses of power. Now, with his passing, the Catholic world stands at a crossroads. The […]

Published on: May 07, 2025 | Source: Telesur English favicon Telesur English

Who will be the next pope? Key candidates in an unpredictable process

All 133 cardinals are voting in the Sistine Chapel to decide who will succeed Pope Francis.

Published on: May 07, 2025 | Source: BBC Europe favicon BBC Europe

The lack of Liberal women isn’t just a political liability – it’s a structural failure. Of course we should consider quotas | Maria Kovacic

Women should feel that they belong in the Liberal party, not as a gesture or a fix but because their perspectives are essential to how we governThe result of the federal election was shocking but it wasn’t surprising.It was a resounding message from voters – and we would be foolish not to listen. Continue reading...

Published on: May 07, 2025 | Source: Guardian Australia favicon Guardian Australia

Myanmar Military Announces Further Extension of Earthquake Ceasefire

The junta has been accused of systematic violations of its ceasefires since the March 28 earthquake.

Published on: May 07, 2025 | Source: The Diplomat favicon The Diplomat

How do you put a tariff on movies? Here’s what Trump’s plan could mean for Australia

Many countries around the world have become important hubs in the global system of film and TV production. Trump’s proposed tariffs could have a massive impact.

Published on: May 07, 2025 | Source: The Conversation (Australia) favicon The Conversation (Australia)

Labor says its second term will be about productivity reform. These ideas could help shift the dial

For the first time, some ideas for reform have been crowdsourced from across the Australian community. Here are a few of the best ideas.

Published on: May 07, 2025 | Source: The Conversation (Australia) favicon The Conversation (Australia)

Russia and Cuba: A Strategic Alliance on the Right Side of History

Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov reaffirms the brotherhood and strategic cooperation between Russia and Cuba, highlighting their shared stance against global challenges, defense of sovereignty, and fight against unilateral sanctions. Related: Russia and Cuba Strengthen Bilateral Ties in High-Level Talks On the occasion of the 65th anniversary of the restoration of diplomatic relations between Russia […]

Published on: May 07, 2025 | Source: Telesur English favicon Telesur English

India to stop water flowing across international borders, Modi says

In Delhi's latest move against Pakistan, the PM says his country's water will now be "conserved for India's benefit".

Published on: May 07, 2025 | Source: BBC Asia favicon BBC Asia

Trump tariffs put China on a deflationary razor’s edge

TOKYO – US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent should be careful what he wishes for when he demands that the International Monetary Fund be a β€œbrutal truth teller” on China. At a business conference on Monday (May 5), Bessent urged IMF Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva to β€œcall out countries” that β€œhave pursued globally distortive policies and […] The post Trump tariffs put China on a deflationary razor’s edge...

Published on: May 07, 2025 | Source: Asia Times favicon Asia Times

Panama Protests: University Students Mobilize for National Autonomy and Sovereignty

Panamanian university students, faculty, and workers march to defend university autonomy and national sovereignty, rejecting President Mulino’s attacks and U.S. interference. The mobilization, led by Rector Eduardo Flores Castro, underscores growing resistance to neoliberal and imperialist pressures in Panama. Related: Panamanian Indigenous Peoples Support Social Protests Hundreds of students and faculty from the...

Published on: May 07, 2025 | Source: Telesur English favicon Telesur English

India and Pakistan have fought many wars in the past. Are we on the precipice of a new one?

The worry is no other country will step in to mediate, leaving both sides to settle the conflict alone. A war between the two nuclear nations could be devastating.

Published on: May 07, 2025 | Source: The Conversation (Australia) favicon The Conversation (Australia)

10 reasons why banning social media for New Zealanders under 16 is a bad idea – and will affect adults too

There is global interest in limiting social media access for young people. But the arguments for a ban for people under 16 don’t really stack up.

Published on: May 07, 2025 | Source: The Conversation (Australia) favicon The Conversation (Australia)

COVID is still around and a risk to vulnerable people. What are the symptoms in 2025? And how long does it last?

Most people who get COVID today will experience only a mild illness. But some are still at risk of severe illness. Here’s what the virus looks like 5 years on.

Published on: May 07, 2025 | Source: The Conversation (Australia) favicon The Conversation (Australia)

Valerie the dachshund is reunited with her owners after 529 days in the wilderness – video

After 529 days on the run, Australia’s favourite fugitive has been reunited with her owners. People have been trying to find Valerie since she went missing in November 2023, when her owners, New South Wales couple Georgia Gardner and Josh Fishlock, were holidaying at Stokes Bay on Kangaroo Island in South AustraliaAfter braving the wilderness for 500 days, Valerie is heavier than ever. Has someone been feeding the mini...

Published on: May 07, 2025 | Source: Guardian Australia favicon Guardian Australia

Hamas says Gaza talks pointless while Israel continues 'starvation war'

The UN also expresses alarm after Israel approves a new plan that may include seizing all of Gaza indefinitely and controlling aid.

Published on: May 07, 2025 | Source: BBC Middle East favicon BBC Middle East

Labor has promised fast action to cut student debt, but arts students will have to wait for lower fees

If you’re among the 3 million Australians with a HECS-HELP debt, it’s about to be cut by 20%, with no repayments until you earn $67,000. But there is one downside.

Published on: May 07, 2025 | Source: The Conversation (Australia) favicon The Conversation (Australia)

Too close to call: follow the federal election results in the undecided seats here

Things are looking rocky in Bullwinkel for Labor but it’s likely the party will hold Richmond against the GreensAustralia news live: latest politics and federal election updatesFull federal election results: live Australian Senate seat countSee our full coverage of the Australian electionGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastElection night ended with at least 16 seats too close to call. Here you...

Published on: May 07, 2025 | Source: Guardian Australia favicon Guardian Australia

Greens leader Adam Bandt and Teal Zoe Daniel likely to lose their seats

As vote counting continues, one Teal independent has lost their seat, with other races still too close to call.

Published on: May 07, 2025 | Source: The Conversation (Australia) favicon The Conversation (Australia)

Voting for new Pope set to begin with cardinals entering secret conclave

The secretive process will get underway at the Vatican to find a new leader of the Catholic Church.

Published on: May 07, 2025 | Source: BBC Europe favicon BBC Europe

The Premier League champions have already been crowned but there’s still a lot on the line – mainly money

Liverpool has already won the English Premier League, but some smaller clubs are still fighting to capitalise on a once-in-a-generation opportunity.

Published on: May 07, 2025 | Source: The Conversation (Australia) favicon The Conversation (Australia)

More than 50 years after trying to reach Venus, a failed Soviet spacecraft is about to return to Earth

The Soviet Union launched Kosmos 482 towards Venus in 1972. But all didn’t go to plan.

Published on: May 06, 2025 | Source: The Conversation (Australia) favicon The Conversation (Australia)

Chile Issues Yellow Alert for Melipilla as Wildfire Spreads – Schools Shut Down

Chilean authorities declared a yellow alert on Tuesday for Melipilla province, near Santiago, due to a spreading wildfire that has raised concerns in the region. Related: Chile Declares Red Alert for Forest Fires in Several Communes The National Disaster Prevention and Response Service (Senapred) confirmed it is monitoring the situation, while local officials have taken […]

Published on: May 06, 2025 | Source: Telesur English favicon Telesur English

US and China to launch formal trade talks

Washington dispatches Treasury secretary Scott Bessent to meet Chinese counterparts in Switzerland later this week

Published on: May 06, 2025 | Source: Financial Times - World favicon Financial Times - World

Trump confirms he will not be visiting Israel in upcoming Middle East trip

Trump confirms he will not be visiting Israel in upcoming Middle East trip US President Donald Trump will not be visiting Israel on his upcoming trip to the Middle east, he told reporters at the White House. He will be visiting Saudi Arabia, Qatar and the United Arab Emirates on his first overseas trip since returning to power. While the White House had not said it would be visiting Israel, Reuters reported on Tuesday...

Published on: May 06, 2025 | Source: Middle East Eye favicon Middle East Eye

India launches military strikes on Pakistan

New Delhi takes action after linking Islamabad to militant attack in Indian-administered Kashmir

Published on: May 06, 2025 | Source: Financial Times - World favicon Financial Times - World

The murder that divided Perth and roused a campaign for women's rights

A murder in colonial Perth almost 150 years ago shocked the country and inspired Edith Cowan, the woman on Australia's $50 note, to fight for the rights of women.

Published on: May 06, 2025 | Source: ABC Australia favicon ABC Australia

Carney holds his own in Oval Office encounter with Trump

Bonhomie strained as US president muses about annexing his northern neighbour and his dislike of former Canadian PM

Published on: May 06, 2025 | Source: Financial Times - World favicon Financial Times - World

Columbia University will lay off 180 people after federal funding cuts to research

Columbia University will lay off 180 people after federal funding cuts to research Columbia University says it will lay off nearly 180 staff members after it lost $400m in federal funding for research after it was accused of not doing enough to crack down on antisemitism on campus. β€œWe have had to make deliberate, considered decisions about the allocation of our financial resources,” acting president Claire Shipman...

Published on: May 06, 2025 | Source: Middle East Eye favicon Middle East Eye

Has Asia just taken a step away from the US dollar?

Asia’s largest economies have broken new ground by approving an emergency financing tool using the yuan and other local currencies.

Published on: May 06, 2025 | Source: South China Morning Post favicon South China Morning Post

Israeli spyware giant NSO Group ordered to pay nearly $170M to WhatsApp for hacking accounts

The ruling is a major win for privacy advocates and those pushing back against NSO Group’s controversial Pegasus software.

Published on: May 06, 2025 | Source: Politico Europe favicon Politico Europe

India strikes Pakistani territory in response to militant attack on tourists

India has launched missile strikes against Pakistan in an apparent response to a deadly terrorist attack in India-administered Kashmir two weeks ago. India blamed those attacks on Pakistani militants and struck nine targets in Pakistan-administered Kashmir, the disputed border region each claims as its own. Nick Schifrin reports.

Published on: May 06, 2025 | Source: PBS NewsHour favicon PBS NewsHour

Carney shuts down Trump’s threats to annex Canada, says tensions will take time to resolve

The new Canadian prime minister came to the White House to meet President Trump amid an acrimonious war of words. Mark Carney was elected last week amid Trump's repeated insistence that the U.S. should annex Canada, leading to an unprecedented outpouring of anger there. Laura BarrΓ³n-LΓ³pez reports and Amna Nawaz discusses how Canada is viewing the meeting with Brian Clow.

Published on: May 06, 2025 | Source: PBS NewsHour favicon PBS NewsHour

Trump announces deal to stop bombing Houthis, end shipping attacks

President Donald Trump says the US will not bomb Houthis after the Iran-aligned group agreed to stop interrupting important shipping lanes in the Middle East.

Published on: May 06, 2025 | Source: ABC Australia favicon ABC Australia