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At least 15,000 USDA employees accept voluntary resignation offer
Thousands of employees at the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) accepted the Trump administration’s voluntary resignation offer, leading to a significant reduction in force. The decrease accounts for about 15 percent of the total workforce at the department which regulates food quality, agriculture development and nationwide nutrition efforts. A USDA spokesperson told The Hill that...
Published on: May 03, 2025 | Source:
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Labor gains seats across Queensland, picks up extra Senate seat
Queensland delivers a surprise election result for the second time in a row, this time with Labor the only party to pick up new seats in the Sunshine State.
Published on: May 03, 2025 | Source:African Union headquartes in Ethiopia to host 20th ILO meeting
Addis Ababa, May 3 (Prensa Latina) The 20th International Labor Organization (ILO) Regional Conference for labor professionals will be held from May 19th to 23rd at the African Union Conference Center in this capital. The post African Union headquartes in Ethiopia to host 20th ILO meeting first appeared on Prensa Latina.
Published on: May 03, 2025 | Source:How a Chinese robotics firm maintains the country’s high-voltage power lines
Crownpower’s robots are taking over the potentially deadly work of safety inspection and maintenance of high-voltage power grids.
Published on: May 03, 2025 | Source:Singapore’s long-ruling party wins another election landslide in boost for new prime minister
Singapore's long-ruling People’s Action Party won another landslide in Saturday’s general elections, extending its 66-year unbroken rule in a huge boost for Prime Minister Lawrence Wong who took power a year ago.
Published on: May 03, 2025 | Source:Qatar rejects Netanyahu's 'inflammatory' statements, reaffirms mediation role
Qatar rejects Netanyahu's 'inflammatory' statements, reaffirms mediation role Qatar has strongly rebuked Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's office for what it called "inflammatory statements" that violate "basic standards of political and moral responsibility." In a post on X, Qatar's Foreign Ministry spokesperson defended the country's mediation efforts, stating: "Qatar's principled foreign policy aligns with...
Published on: May 03, 2025 | Source:FAO reports increase in global food prices
Rome, May 3 (Prensa Latina) The reference index for global food prices registered a monthly 1.0 percent increase in April 2025, according to a report by the United Nations Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO). The post FAO reports increase in global food prices first appeared on Prensa Latina.
Published on: May 03, 2025 | Source:Foundation identifies Israeli unit behind Hind Rajab's killing
Foundation identifies Israeli unit behind Hind Rajab's killing The Hind Rajab Foundation has revealed the identity of the Israeli military unit and commander allegedly responsible for killing the six-year-old Palestinian girl, her family, and two medics in Gaza last January. According to the foundation's year-long investigation, an Israeli tank unit under the commander's orders attacked the family's civilian vehicle,...
Published on: May 03, 2025 | Source:Executive VP Reiterates Venezuela’s Historic Position on Guayana Esequiba Dispute
Executive Vice-President of Venezuela, Delcy Rodríguez, insisted on Saturday that Guyana has only the option to negotiate under the 1996 Geneva Agreement and reiterated the Venezuela’s decision to not recognize the jurisdiction of the International Court of Justice in this case. RELATED: Venezuela Calls On Guyana To Respect The 1966 Geneva Agreement And Ratifies ICJ […]
Published on: May 03, 2025 | Source:Ex-Israeli PM Barak urges civil disobedience to topple Netanyahu
Ex-Israeli PM Barak urges civil disobedience to topple Netanyahu Former Israeli Prime Minister Ehud Barak has called for nationwide protests to remove Benjamin Netanyahu, telling Channel 13 the current leader has "declared war on Israel." Barak demanded Attorney General Gali Baharav-Miara force Netanyahu's recusal, referencing a delayed High Court ruling from January that blocked legislation protecting the PM from...
Published on: May 03, 2025 | Source:Adapt or perish: the humanities fight to survive China’s hi-tech rise
As Chinese universities slash arts and social science enrolments, analysts argue the fields are evolving and warn against utilitarianism.
Published on: May 03, 2025 | Source:Buffett announces intention to retire by end of year, warns against using trade as ‘a weapon’
Billionaire investor Warren Buffett told shareholders Saturday he intends to retire from his role as CEO of Berkshire Hathaway, an American multinational holding company. Buffett, 94, recommended that Canadian businessman and vice chairman Greg Abel succeed him after a 55-year run at the helm of the conglomerate. “I think the time has arrived where Greg...
Published on: May 03, 2025 | Source:News Wrap: Warren Buffett warns against U.S. using trade as a weapon
In our news wrap Saturday, investor Warren Buffet said at Berkshire Hathaway’s annual meeting that the U.S. should not use trade as a weapon, Trump’s tariffs on cars and car parts kicked in with changes meant to blunt the impact on U.S. automakers, a Russian drone strike injured dozens in Ukraine, and an AI-generated image of Trump as the pope posted by the White House is drawing criticism.
Published on: May 03, 2025 | Source:UAE 'condemns' Israeli strikes in Syria
UAE 'condemns' Israeli strikes in Syria The United Arab Emirates has issued a strong condemnation of Israel’s recent air strikes in Syria, calling them a violation of international law and a threat to regional stability. In an official statement, the UAE Ministry of Foreign Affairs said that it “condemned in the strongest terms the continuous Israeli attacks on Syrian territory, reaffirming the UAE’s commitment to...
Published on: May 03, 2025 | Source:Australia PM Albanese makes stunning comeback with landslide win
Donald Trump loomed large over the election, with comparisons drawn between the US president and defeated opposition leader Peter Dutton.
Published on: May 03, 2025 | Source:India-Pakistan crisis rages on
New Delhi, May 3 (Prensa Latina) The India-Pakistan crisis continues to simmer, as parties exchange fire across the shared border in armed skirmishes and new mutual punitive measures are implemented. The post India-Pakistan crisis rages on first appeared on Prensa Latina.
Published on: May 03, 2025 | Source:NYT investigation finds no evidence linking many deported Venezuelans to Tren de Aragua
In March, in order to speedily deport 238 Venezuelan men under the Alien Enemies Act of 1798, Trump claimed they were members of a transnational criminal organization called Tren de Aragua. But an investigation by the New York Times couldn’t find any evidence linking many of the men to that gang. Ali Rogin speaks with Julie Turkewitz, the lead reporter on that investigation, for more.
Published on: May 03, 2025 | Source:VOA reporters' return to work unclear after court blocks injunction
The Voice of America (VOA) reporters’ plan to return to work next week is up in the air after an appeals court issued a stay on Saturday, halting a late April order from a district judge that prevented the administration from dismantling the international broadcaster. The court, in a 2-1 opinion, ruled that the federal...
Published on: May 03, 2025 | Source:How staffing shortages at the National Weather Service could put lives at risk
The Trump administration’s dismissals of hundreds of experts compiling a key report on climate change is only the latest in a series of science-related rollbacks and cuts. That includes job cuts at the National Weather Service, where an Associated Press analysis found a 20 percent vacancy rate in nearly half its forecast offices. John Yang speaks with AP science writer Seth Borenstein for more.
Published on: May 03, 2025 | Source:Artists with disabilities let their creativity soar at this Utah studio
Artists with different physical and developmental abilities sometimes have to be creative not just with the content of their art, but also with how they make it. One studio in Utah is trying to do just that, customizing tools for each individual’s unique needs and talents. Ali Rogin reports for our ongoing look at the intersection of health and arts, and our arts and culture coverage, CANVAS.
Published on: May 03, 2025 | Source:China’s focus on AI and robotics could power its future
The country’s manufacturing prowess and sophisticated supply chains will propel humanoid robot development.
Published on: May 03, 2025 | Source:80yo woman takes on 17-day hike to Everest base camp
Octogenarian Carolyn Robinson sets off on a 130-kilometre trek to reach Mount Everest's South Base Camp, 5,364 metres above sea level.
Published on: May 03, 2025 | Source:Sunday shows preview: Trump surpasses 100 days; GOP budget, Ukraine deal draw mixed reactions
President Trump rounded out his first 100 days in office as lawmakers returned to Washington this week with the directive to pass his agenda amid lingering economic tensions. The administration's tariff plan has left the global economy reeling as consumer confidence has plummeted. On Friday, the also president unveiled his budget plan, which included steep...
Published on: May 03, 2025 | Source:Nicaragua consolidates nationwide teaching strategy
Managua, May 2 (Prensa Latina) Nicaragua has achieved significant progress in developing its national education strategy, which seeks to improve teaching quality by involving parents, students, teachers and communities. The post Nicaragua consolidates nationwide teaching strategy first appeared on Prensa Latina.
Published on: May 03, 2025 | Source:Cassius Turvey: fate of four murder accused may hinge on CCTV footage
Jury now considering verdict in 2022 death of 15-year-old, after he was allegedly beaten with a metal pole in Perth’s eastern suburbsGet our afternoon email, free app or daily news podcastHours of video footage captured before and after an Indigenous teenager was fatally bashed have been instrumental in framing the prosecution’s case against his four accused murderers.Cassius Turvey, a 15-year-old Noongar Yamatji boy,...
Published on: May 03, 2025 | Source:Live: Coalition confronts worst-ever result as Dutton defeat leaves leadership vacuum
The Coalition is set for its worst result at a federal election after a crushing loss. Anthony Albanese last night claimed victory after swings across the country.
Published on: May 03, 2025 | Source:Freedom Flotilla: Outrage over Israel's bombing of aid ship bound for Gaza
Freedom Flotilla: Outrage over Israel's bombing of aid ship bound for Gaza Social media has erupted in anger after Israeli drones struck a ship with 30 rights activists and humanitarian aid headed for the besieged Gaza Strip. Friday's attack appeared to target the ship’s generator, causing a fire and power outage on the ship while it was in international waters near Malta,according tothe Freedom Flotilla Coalition...
Published on: May 03, 2025 | Source:Coalition Queensland stronghold becomes bloodbath
For election after election, Queensland has stood as a fortress for the federal Coalition. On Saturday night, Labor tore it down, seized a slew of seats, and stunningly took out Peter Dutton in Dickson.
Published on: May 03, 2025 | Source:Warren Buffett to retire as Berkshire Hathaway CEO at end of 2025
‘Oracle of Omaha’ stuns shareholders, but says he will maintain investments in group and will still be ‘hanging around'.
Published on: May 03, 2025 | Source:Colombian President chairs land transfer ceremony
Bogotá, May 3 (Prensa Latina) Colombian President, Gustavo Petro, attended a ceremony to transfer 1,919 hectares of land to farming families in the southern Cesar department, in the country’s northeast. The post Colombian President chairs land transfer ceremony first appeared on Prensa Latina.
Published on: May 03, 2025 | Source:Conservation foundation alleges illegal land clearing on NSW properties
The Australian Conservation Foundation says vulnerable species like the malleefowl and pink cockatoo are suffering a "death by a thousand cuts" due to land clearing.
Published on: May 03, 2025 | Source:Warren Buffett announces plans to retire this year
Billionaire investor Warren Buffett shocks shareholders by announcing he wants to retire from Berkshire Hathaway at the end of the year, naming current chair Greg Abel as his preferred successor.
Published on: May 03, 2025 | Source:As far as a Marvel movie goes, Thunderbolts* does things differently
Director Jake Schreier bring his indie film chops to the MCU and delivers a fresh take on the superhero genre that's able to be a crowd-pleaser and explore darker themes in equal measure.
Published on: May 03, 2025 | Source:This idyllic NSW beach has been a gay haven for decades. Is the freedom it provides now under threat?
Kings beach has long been a safe space for the LGBTQ+ community, but a crackdown on nude bathing has sparked concerns Get our afternoon election email, free app or daily news podcastIn late December last year, on a 26C afternoon, Isaac Ryan and his partner, Zack, were enjoying one of their favourite pastimes – sunbaking and swimming in the secluded white sands and gentle surf of Kings beach in northern New South Wales,...
Published on: May 03, 2025 | Source:‘We must be alert to complacency’: inside Victoria’s push to extend abortion access
The state has increased availability of medical and surgical abortions – but a recent symposium has heard affordability and some doctors’ reluctance are halting progressAustralian federal election 2025 LIVE – latest Australia news and updatesElection 2025 results LIVE: Australia votes tracker and federal seat countsGet our breaking news email,free app ordaily news podcastOn a grey Monday morning outside the State...
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