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Pope Francis died on Easter Monday at the age of 88. The late pontiff's funeral will take place on Saturday, with large crowds expected in attendance.
Published on: April 25, 2025 | Source:Beijing has announced measures to support firms hurt by US tariffs, but businesses warn of challenges in domestic market.
Published on: April 25, 2025 | Source:From Pius XII to Benedict XVI, the BBC looks back at video from papal funerals since 1958.
Published on: April 25, 2025 | Source:Sonic Heritage captures the sounds of 270 UNESCO World Heritage sites β inviting us to tune in to some of the most culturally significant places on Earth.
Published on: April 25, 2025 | Source:[DW] Tundu Lissu, the leader of the main opposition party CHADEMA, faces trial for treason. His party has accused Tanzania's president of resorting to authoritarian tactics.
Published on: April 25, 2025 | Source:And while Anzac Day brought a temporary truce in campaigning, the political leaders united to condemn neo-Nazi disruption at a dawn service in Melbourne.
Published on: April 25, 2025 | Source:Trade tensions still lurk, with Intel CFO David Zinsner warning that tariffs and retaliation from other countries have increased the likelihood of a recession.
Published on: April 25, 2025 | Source:Archaeologists uncovered the carefully preserved remains of a noblewoman from the Caral civilization. They say it indicates women were valued members of the ancient society.
Published on: April 25, 2025 | Source:"The acceleration of South-South trade, I think, will take a new dynamism because of the new trade policy of the U.S.," the UN's Rebeca Grynspan told CNBC.
Published on: April 25, 2025 | Source:Donald Trumpβs βLiberation Dayβ on April 2, 2025, marked the formal launch of sweeping global tariffs, capping months of escalatory announcements since returning to office. Amplifying the economic nationalism of his first term, it marks the culmination of Trumpβs decades-old advocacy for raising tariffs and reviving American industry. His latest push builds on more than [β¦] The post Trump knows exactly what his China...
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Published on: April 25, 2025 | Source:[Premium Times] They are urging governments and donors to support global efforts to protect lives and sustain vaccination programmes.
Published on: April 25, 2025 | Source:The statement followed China's denial of any talks with the U.S. and calls for abolishing 'unilateral' tariff measures for resolving trade issues.
Published on: April 25, 2025 | Source:Tourists are returning home after a deadly gun attack killed 26 visitors in Indian-administered Kashmir.
Published on: April 25, 2025 | Source:Alphabet's search and advertising units are still showing strong growth despite AI competition heating up, according to its first-quarter earnings report.
Published on: April 25, 2025 | Source:In its first earnings report under the leadership of CEO Lip-Bu Tan, Intel said it plans to slash operational and capital expenses in the coming year.
Published on: April 25, 2025 | Source:βIf the book we are reading doesnβt wake us up with a blow on the head, what are we reading it for?β
Published on: April 25, 2025 | Source:Recent deportations of 82 Cubans highlight the deepening humanitarian crisis driven by restrictive U.S. policies, including sanctions and visa barriers, which force dangerous migration routes. Related: US-funded Cuban opposition leaders call for a second blockade against the island. U.S. Measures Intensify Migration Crisis for Cubans, Driving Humanitarian Risks.Experts and officials warn that sanctions, visa...
Published on: April 25, 2025 | Source:The mineral, once widely-used, releases toxic fibres into the air when disturbed that can cling to the lungs and cause cancer.
Published on: April 25, 2025 | Source:Click to expand Image The Supreme Court of the Maldives in Male, February 7, 2018. 2018 Kyodo via AP Photo (Bangkok) β TheMaldives government should immediately reinstate three Supreme Court justices who were improperly suspended and cease other efforts to undermine judicial independence, Human Rights Watch said today. The three justices had until April 24, 2025, to respond to a Maldives Judicial Service Commission...
Published on: April 25, 2025 | Source:The IMF throws a hand to Javier Mileis economic plan, expanding social emergency and reinforces the crisis in Argentina over a new agreement for a $20 billion debt. Related: U.S Treasury Secretary Applauds Mileiβs βEconomic Miracleβ Amid Deepening Neoliberal Assault on Argentina A new US$20 billion agreement between Argentinaβs government and the International Monetary Fund [β¦]
Published on: April 25, 2025 | Source:With neither leader offering any serious structural reform, Australia is on a path that leads ultimately to the malaise that has befallen the USElection 2025 live updates: Australia federal election campaignPolls tracker; election guide; full federal election coverageAnywhere but Canberra; interactive electorates guideListen to the latest episode of our new narrative podcast series: GinaGet our afternoon election...
Published on: April 25, 2025 | Source:The unsecured internet connection is the latest revelation about Mr Hegseth's use of the app and raises the possibility that sensitive defence information could have been hacked.
Published on: April 24, 2025 | Source:Growing sales in emerging markets are insulating Chinese EV makers from tariff volatility, AlixPartners says.
Published on: April 24, 2025 | Source:Moodyβs Ratings announced this week that it was downgrading Washington, D.C.βs credit rating amid a wave of mass federal workforce cuts and hits to the local economy. Moodyβs said in a new report that it was downgrading the Districtβs issuer rating from Aaa to Aa1, a blow to the city that will likely make it...
Published on: April 24, 2025 | Source:Click in for more news from The Hill {beacon} Health Care Health Care The Big Story Medicaid quagmire awaits House Republicans Congressional GOP leaders have been vague about their plans for Medicaid as part of the βbig, beautiful billβ to slash $1.5 trillion to fund President Trumpβs domestic policy agenda. AP As...
Published on: April 24, 2025 | Source:The Trump Organization fired a legal adviser Thursday because he also represents Harvard University, an adversary of the Trump administration in its ongoing crackdown on elite schools. The move comes after President Trump railed against Harvard in a social media post Thursday and commented on the connection between Harvard and the attorney, William Burck. The...
Published on: April 24, 2025 | Source:Climate activists may be going deeper underground.
Published on: April 24, 2025 | Source:Russia pounded Kyiv overnight in one of its largest attacks on the Ukrainian capital since last summer. Officials there say nine people were killed and more than 70 others injured. It comes at a pivotal moment in the war. The U.S. proposed a peace deal Wednesday and has threatened to pull the plug on talks if both sides donβt reach an agreement soon. Laura BarrΓ³n-LΓ³pez reports.
Published on: April 24, 2025 | Source:The US Constitution limits presidents to two four-year stints in office. Donald Trump has said he still intends to run for a third term and has started selling the hats and t-shirts that say it.
Published on: April 24, 2025 | Source:Pressure is building on Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth. The Washington Post first reported and the News Hour confirmed that Hegseth had the unclassified messaging app Signal installed on a computer in his Pentagon office. All of this is unfolding as chaos is mounting at the Pentagon with the firings of top Hegseth aides. Geoff Bennett discussed more with Dan Lamothe of The Washington Post.
Published on: April 24, 2025 | Source:Intel's revenue forecast included a "wider than normal" range, which the company said was due to uncertainty caused by tariffs
Published on: April 24, 2025 | Source:The Department of Transportation (DOT) has replaced the lawyers defending it in a case related to New York Cityβs congestion pricing, just after it was revealed lawyers with the Department of Justice (DOJ) accidentally filed a document questioning the legitimacy of the Trump administrationβs case. The move came after DOT accused the lawyers of undermining...
Published on: April 24, 2025 | Source:Pauline Hanson, the leader of One Nation, has worked in politics for nearly three decades. Now, her daughter Lee is hoping to join her β running as a Senate candidate in southern Tasmania.
Published on: April 24, 2025 | Source:Many conservatives want the FDA to impose tighter restrictions on mifepristone and misoprostol, which can be delivered by mail. The medication accounted for 63 percent of U.S. abortions in 2023. Amna Nawaz spoke with the new FDA commissioner, Dr. Marty Makary, about what the agency may do.
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