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China’s ‘special forces’ tourists flock to Hong Kong but spend little
Cost-conscious day-trippers from mainland are replacing luxury shoppers, hitting the retail sector
Published on: May 25, 2025 | Source:
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Defence spending is up — but on all the wrong things
The changing nature of military operations will affect both markets and politics
Published on: May 25, 2025 | Source:Saudi Arabia turns to golf in bid to boost tourism
BlackBerry co-founder Jim Balsillie is investing $100mn to develop luxury golf resorts in the kingdom
Published on: May 25, 2025 | Source:Reform UK’s first week running local government
Right-wing populist group has inherited acute financial crises following election wins across England
Published on: May 25, 2025 | Source:Foreign Office staff in London face major cull
Department could see headcount fall by up to 25 per cent, says official
Published on: May 25, 2025 | Source:Xi’s history shapes China’s diplomatic strategy
The Chinese leader doesn’t want a negotiated settlement. He wants a long war of resistance
Published on: May 25, 2025 | Source:Qatar: Authorities’ Religious Discrimination Against Baha’is
Click to expand Image The Ministry of Interior Office in Doha, Qatar, May 5, 2021. 2021 Shutterstock (Beirut) –Qatari authorities have discriminated against members of the Baha’i faith, including with unlawful detentions, based solely on their religious identity, Human Rights Watch said today.Qatari authorities arrested and detained Remy Rowhani on April 28, 2025. Rowhani is the chair of the National Spiritual...
Published on: May 25, 2025 | Source:UK takes first step in rail renationalization scheme
Britain's South Western Railways became the first private operator to return to public ownership. The Labour government plans to renationalize the whole network by the end of 2027.
Published on: May 25, 2025 | Source:The many holes in Trump’s Golden Dome
The Trump administration’s recent announcement of a “Golden Dome” strategic missile defense shield to protect the US is the most ambitious such project since President Ronald Reagan’s Strategic Defense Initiative (SDI) of the 1980s. The SDI program – better known by its somewhat mocking nickname of “Star Wars” – sparked a heated debate over its […] The post The many holes in Trump’s Golden Dome appeared first on Asia...
Published on: May 25, 2025 | Source:Hungarian opposition leader Péter Magyar walks across border to Romania
The opposition leader marched to Oradea in an effort to win support from ethnic Hungarians in Romania.
Published on: May 25, 2025 | Source:Japan flexes military muscle at biggest-ever defense expo
This year’s Japan’s Defense Security Equipment International (DSEI) exhibition and conference, held from May 21-23 at Makuhari Messe near Tokyo, was the largest ever, attracting 471 companies, 169 from Japan and 302 from the US, the UK and 30 other countries. Reflecting the rapid advance of Japan’s arms industry and the country’s growing contribution to […] The post Japan flexes military muscle at biggest-ever defense...
Published on: May 25, 2025 | Source:Cuba-Caribbean Alliance: Prime Minister Drew’s Strategic Vision
In recent discussions about regional cooperation in the Caribbean, Prime Minister Terrance Drew of St. Kitts and Nevis has highlighted the vital role Cuba plays in supporting Eastern Caribbean nations. During an exclusive interview with teleSUR in Havana, Drew underscored the importance of solidarity and collaboration among countries in the region, which he believes are […]
Published on: May 25, 2025 | Source:Quoll and possum species brought back from local extinction in the Ikara-Flinders ranges – video
Ten years after the reintroduction of western quolls and brushtail possums into the Ikara-Flinders Ranges national park, rangers say populations of the once-locally extinct mammals are flourishing. In a joint effort between Foundation for Australia’s Most Endangered Species and the South Australian government, the animals live in 'safer havens' in the park where predator numbers have been reduced Continue reading...
Published on: May 25, 2025 | Source:You can't buy a puppy at a pet store in WA anymore, and this is why
New animal welfare laws come into effect in WA on Monday that require pet stores to source dogs only from rescue centres, but none have applied to do so.
Published on: May 25, 2025 | Source:Littleproud 'relaxed' as Nationals leadership questions roil beneath him
Nationals leader David Littleproud says he doesn't care if he loses his job over his role in ending the Coalition, saying he stood up for his party and his colleagues.
Published on: May 25, 2025 | Source:The floods and droughts in Australia are fingerprints of a warming planet | Kimberley Reid
It is undoubtedly clear that continuing to burn or export fossil fuels will increase climate change and the risk of extreme weatherGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastAs New South Wales once again faces heavy rainfall and flooding, the Victorian towns of Euroa and Violet Town will enter stage 2 water restrictions next Wednesday. How is the climate crisis affecting these contrasting extremes?The...
Published on: May 25, 2025 | Source:Whooping cough rates soar in WA's north amid low 'on-time' vaccinations
As whooping cough cases rise in Western Australia's Kimberley region, parents are being urged to vaccinate their children.
Published on: May 24, 2025 | Source:Jon Stewart: Trump will ‘burn’ country down for ‘insurance money’
Jon Stewart said President Trump’s legal woes with media companies amount to an effort to tear down the country for “insurance money.” He referenced Trump’s defamation lawsuit warranting a $15 million payout from ABC and first lady Melania’s $40 million documentary deal with Amazon as proof of funds in exchange for “protection.” “They just put...
Published on: May 24, 2025 | Source:India's colonial past revealed through 200 masterful paintings
A new show in Delhi features more than 200 paintings commissioned by the East India Company.
Published on: May 24, 2025 | Source:IDF deploys all standing army infantry and armored brigade to Gaza, local media report
It comes as Israel intensifies its renewed offensive in Gaza, which killed dozens, including nine out of a doctor's 10 children.
Published on: May 24, 2025 | Source:North Korea makes arrests over botched ship launch
Kim Jong Un said those who made "irresponsible errors" would be dealt with at a plenary meeting next month.
Published on: May 24, 2025 | Source:North Korea detains three over warship accident, state media says
Kim Jong Un said those who made "irresponsible errors" would be dealt with at a plenary meeting next month.
Published on: May 24, 2025 | Source:With weeks to live, Steve hopes the NT legalises VAD in time for others
Thirty years ago, the Northern Territory became Australia's first jurisdiction to legislate voluntary assisted dying. Today it is the only one where the practice has not been legalised, and the landscape around VAD looks drastically different.
Published on: May 24, 2025 | Source:Africa: African Development Bank 2025 Annual Meetings - 'Making Africa's Capital Work Better for Africa's Development.'
[African Development Bank (AfDB)] The African Development Bank Group's 2025 Annual Meetings open next week amidst shifting winds of global trade.
Published on: May 24, 2025 | Source:Elders show how traditions can lead to environmental restoration
Thousands of years of First Nations knowledge has been documented to help a community, and those beyond, look after the native environment.
Published on: May 24, 2025 | Source:Africa: Digitalisation of Healthcare in Africa - Blink Pharma Mobilises Capital for Innovation
[African Development Bank (AfDB)] In a continent where optimizing resources is crucial for development, the digital transformation of strategic sectors is a priority. The Annual Meetings of the African Development Bank, to be held from 26 to 30 May 2025 in Abidjan, will address this key issue as part of its broader remit: "Making Africa's Capital Work Better for Africa's Development."
Published on: May 24, 2025 | Source:'It's not fair': Other refugees in limbo as US welcomes white South Africans
Refugees from other nations ask why the White House has made an exception for white South Africans.
Published on: May 24, 2025 | Source:Victims in landmark child abuse trial ask why France doesn't want to know
The trial of France's most prolific known paedophile comes to an end this week amid widespread frustration.
Published on: May 24, 2025 | Source:Tributes flow for the Australian who saved millions of brains
Endocrinologist Creswell Eastman, who discovered the link between iodine deficiency and a range of health issues, has died aged 85.
Published on: May 24, 2025 | Source:First Group dispute threatens to overshadow Labour’s rail nationalisation plans
Nationalisation of South Western Railway, one of UK’s busiest train operators, is first by the current government
Published on: May 24, 2025 | Source:Murdered on the school run: The controversial Ukrainian gunned down in Madrid
The killing in a Madrid suburb has shocked Ukrainians, but has not triggered an outpouring of grief.
Published on: May 24, 2025 | Source:Melbourne City 'gutted' after losing Asian Champions League decider
Melbourne City records a drama-filled defeat to Wuhan Jiangda on penalties to fall short in the Women's Asian Champions League final.
Published on: May 24, 2025 | Source:Storms across the country could upend Memorial Day travel
Thunderstorms are expected to impact several regions across the country on Memorial Day weekend making it harder to travel in the air and on the ground. The Southeast and Southern Plains are slated to see major rainfall over the next few days, which could cause flash flooding. “A cold front will arrive on Memorial Day,...
Published on: May 24, 2025 | Source:Nine of a doctor’s 10 children are killed in latest Israeli strikes in Gaza, health officials say
The bodies of 79 people killed by Israeli strikes have been brought to hospitals in the past 24 hours,Gaza's Health Ministry said Saturday, a toll that doesn't include hospitals in the battered north that it said arenow inaccessible.
Published on: May 24, 2025 | Source:'It’s clear war crimes are taking place' in Gaza: Irish foreign minister
'It’s clear war crimes are taking place' in Gaza: Irish foreign minister Ireland’s Foreign Minister Simon Harris has sharply condemned Israel’s actions in Gaza, stating that “it’s clear war crimes are taking place.” In a video shared on social media, Harris said: “It’s clear genocidal activity is taking place. Children are being starved. Food is being used as a weapon of war.” The Irish minister welcomed the European...
Published on: May 24, 2025 | Source: