๐ฟ Your Peace Pulse
Explore inspiring stories, grassroots movements, and peace-building initiatives from around the globe.
Browse by Category
Albanese says Israel's 'excuses' for withholding Gaza aid not credible
In some of his strongest criticism to date, Prime Minister Anthony Albanese says Israel's "excuses and explanations" for blocking aid into Gaza are untenable, and that it is an outrage that a democratic state would withhold aid.
Published on: May 26, 2025 | Source:
Share on Facebook
Share in Tweet (rip twitter)
Share on LinkedIn
Share on Reddit
Share on Threads
Share on Bluesky
Trump grants extension to EU on tariff hike
U.S. President Donald Trump announced Sunday heโs granting an extension to the EU on the timeline to strike a deal to avoid his sweeping 50 percent tariffs โ punting back the deadline to July 9. Trumpโs announcement comes after a phone call with the president of the European Commission, Ursula von der Leyen. The tariffs [โฆ]
Published on: May 26, 2025 | Source:Ahead of election in Malaysiaโs Sabah, voters yearn for end to daily shortages
From power and water shortages to roads with potholes, voters in Sabah are frustrated with the unfulfilled promises of their leaders.
Published on: May 26, 2025 | Source:Female inmates 'disadvantaged' by overcrowding at WA prison
The Inspector ofCustodial Services report highlights overcrowding, staffing shortages and inadequate facilities at a Geraldton prison despite millions of dollars of investment.
Published on: May 25, 2025 | Source:Trump delays 50% tariffs on EU to July 9
President of the European Commission Ursula Von der Leyen said that she had a "good call" with Trump, but needed until July 9 to "reach a good deal."
Published on: May 25, 2025 | Source:Trump: Foreign students at Harvard taking US spots
President Trump on Sunday expressed new frustrations with Harvard, arguing the school should turn over the names of foreign students and that U.S. students are not getting to go to Harvard because places are being taken by students from other countries. โI don't have a problem with foreign students. But it shouldnโt be 31 percent....
Published on: May 25, 2025 | Source:Mum shares heartbreak as search for missing 17-year-old continues
The mother of Pheobe Bishop says she is struggling to cope with the "cyclone of uncertainty" as police continue to scour dense bushland in Queensland following the disappearance of her daughter.
Published on: May 25, 2025 | Source:Spain hosts European and Arab nations to discuss Israel-Palestine two-state solution
European and Arab countries gathered in Madrid and pressured Israel to halt its Gaza offensive and break humanitarian aid blockade.
Published on: May 25, 2025 | Source:Gangland figure, lawyer critical after shooting at traffic lights
Two men are fighting for life after the third shooting in a fortnight linked to simmering underworld tensions in Sydney.
Published on: May 25, 2025 | Source:Call for freeze on Syrian asylum claims to end
The UK paused processing of Syrian claims five months ago, following the fall of President Assad.
Published on: May 25, 2025 | Source:Victoria's coast on alert amid flood threat from high tides
The SES prepares sandbags as abnormally high tides threaten to flood low-lying coastal areas across Victoria.
Published on: May 25, 2025 | Source:Family rocked by tragedies finds strength in country town's support
A 23-year-old Tasmanian wool grader says the healing power of community and daily chores have helped her family through "everything that you could possibly imagine in life".
Published on: May 25, 2025 | Source:SA to get burst of wild weather after months-long dry spell
Wild weather warnings are in place for much of SA as cold fronts push showers and strong winds across the state, while Kangaroo Island ferry services have been cancelled because of the rough conditions.
Published on: May 25, 2025 | Source:Wealthy investors see โtime to buyโ Hong Kong stocks amid trade war: Standard Chartered
Affluent clients have diversified their portfolios and shifted to liquid assets such as stocks and bonds amid market volatilities.
Published on: May 25, 2025 | Source:Israeli PM Netanyahu meets visiting US homeland security chief Kristi Noem in Jerusalem
Netanyahuโs office said Noem, who visited cityโs Western Wall, โexpressed unwavering support for the prime minister and the state of Israelโ.
Published on: May 25, 2025 | Source:Trump extends deadline for EU trade deal until 9 July
Trump said he granted the request to extend the 1 June deadline after a "very nice call" with EU chief Ursula von der Leyen.
Published on: May 25, 2025 | Source:Trump agrees to extend EU trade talks after 50% tariff threat
Trump extended the deadline after EU chief Ursula von der Leyen said the bloc needed more time to "reach a good deal".
Published on: May 25, 2025 | Source:To change perceptions of sharks, swimmer Lewis Pugh takes the plunge at Martha’s Vineyard
Sharks have been cast as the ultimate villain ever since the movie โJawsโ was released 50 years ago this summer. The film tells the story of a great white shark terrorizing beachgoers, but in reality, humans pose the greater threat to sharks. Ali Rogin speaks with endurance swimmer Lewis Pugh, who wants to get that message out by swimming around Marthaโs Vineyard, where โJawsโ was filmed.
Published on: May 25, 2025 | Source:Trump hints at 'good news' on Iran
President Trump on Sunday said his administration had โsome very good talks with Iranโ and suggested that positive news could be coming from the negotiations. โLet's see what happens, but I think we can have some good news on the Iran front,โ Trump told reporters from the tarmac in Morristown, N.J., ahead of his departure...
Published on: May 25, 2025 | Source:Why global tensions are rising in the South China Sea amid recent clashes
Nearly a quarter of global maritime trade goes through the South China Sea. In recent years, itโs become the site of clashes between Chinese coast guard ships and Philippine vessels as Beijing tries to exert its claim to virtually the entire sea despite international law. John Yang speaks with Andrew Chubb, Asia Society fellow and senior lecturer at Lancaster University, for more.
Published on: May 25, 2025 | Source:Trump calls US program helping boost internet access 'racist'
Donald Trump reveals plans to end the United States's Digital Equity Act, which provides funding to programs that assist people to live in an increasingly online world.
Published on: May 25, 2025 | Source:Venezuelan Foreign Minister Yvรกn Gil Highlights Historic and Peaceful Elections on May 25
On May 25, Venezuelan Foreign Minister Yvรกn Gil praised the revolutionary democracy and peaceful electoral process, emphasizing the unprecedented inclusion of the Guayana Esequiba territory,rightfully Venezuelan land,in the elections, marking a milestone for popular power and sovereignty. Related: President Nicolรกs Maduro Exercises His Right to Vote in Venezuelaโs Regional and Legislative Elections On May 25, [โฆ]
Published on: May 25, 2025 | Source:The growing environmental impact of AI data centers’ energy demands
The EPA has reportedly drafted a plan to eliminate all limits on greenhouse gas emissions from power plants, according to documents obtained by The New York Times. Now, with the rise of artificial intelligence technology, demand on power plants is increasing, in large part due to AIโs reliance on data centers. Ali Rogin speaks with Kenza Bryan, climate reporter for The Financial Times, for more.
Published on: May 25, 2025 | Source:'Nowhere is safe' - Cameroonians trapped between separatists and soldiers
Thousands have died in a conflict that has been largely ignored by the rest of the world.
Published on: May 25, 2025 | Source:Branded a terrorist: Media adds agony to Kashmiri family's grief
Mohammad Iqbal, a teacher in Poonch district, died in cross-border shelling between India and Pakistan.
Published on: May 25, 2025 | Source:An Indian teacher was killed - then he got falsely labelled a "terrorist"
Mohammad Iqbal, a teacher in Poonch district, died in cross-border shelling between India and Pakistan.
Published on: May 25, 2025 | Source:Venezuelaโs National Electoral Council Extends Voting Process for Another Hour
The president of Venezuelaโs National Electoral Council (CNE), Elvis Amoroso, announced that the voting process for this Sundayโs regional and legislative elections will be extended by an additional hour due to the high voter turnout in the countryโs polling stations. RELATED: President Nicolรกs Maduro Exercises His Right to Vote in Venezuelaโs Regional and Legislative Elections [โฆ]
Published on: May 25, 2025 | Source:News Wrap: Russia bombards Ukraine hours before 3rd exchange of prisoners
In our news wrap Sunday, Poland scrambled its air defenses as Russia conducted an aerial assault on neighboring Ukraine, Israel continued making deadly airstrikes across the Gaza Strip, Elon Musk signaled he may be easing out of his role in efforts to slash government spending under Trump, and Memorial Day preparations are underway at Arlington National Cemetery.
Published on: May 25, 2025 | Source:'We didn't see it as treason': The Russian couple who became informants for Ukraine
A Russian couple living in Ukraine were so appalled by the invasion, they shared information about Russian forces in their town with Kyiv.
Published on: May 25, 2025 | Source:US: Trump suspends planned 50% tariffs on EU
Donald Trump has set the deadline for a 50% tariff for July 9. The US president made the announcement after a call with European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen.
Published on: May 25, 2025 | Source:Trump suspends planned 50% tariffs on EU
The US president has set the deadline for a 50% tariff for July 9. Donald Trump made the announcement after a call with European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen.
Published on: May 25, 2025 | Source:Old mines in WA are being revived amid gold price records
Perth mining investor Tim Goyder became a billionaire on the back of critical minerals projects, but now he has turned his attention to gold.
Published on: May 25, 2025 | Source:George Floyd’s uncle reflects on the fight for social justice 5 years after police killing
Five years ago today, George Floyd was killed by Minneapolis police. Video of the event sent shockwaves around the world and triggered an American reckoning with racial justice and police use of force. For our ongoing series โRace Matters,โ John Yang speaks with Selwyn Jones, Floydโs uncle and co-founder of Justice 929, about his familyโs continued fight for civil rights and police reform.
Published on: May 25, 2025 | Source:Alex Palou makes history as first Spanish driver to win the Indy 500
Palou became the first driver from Spain to win the Indianapolis 500 by holding off former Chip Ganassi Racing teammate Marcus Ericsson over the closing laps at Indianapolis Motor Speedway.
Published on: May 25, 2025 | Source:Donald Trump delays imposing 50% tariffs on EU until July 9
Von der Leyen says Brussels ready to move โswiftly and decisivelyโ after โgood callโ with US president
Published on: May 25, 2025 | Source: