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Indiaβs stock market rated above Japan and China by more fund managers: survey
Fund managers are confident that India will benefit more from the US-China trade war, according to the Bank of America Securities survey.
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Bukharaβs water legacy: ancient desert engineering meets modern climate resilience
In this episode of Silk Road Adventures, we explore how Bukharaβs ancient water systems still shape life today, as a city in the desert adapts to the challenges of climate change.
Published on: May 20, 2025 | Source:Alibaba.com sees jump in US buyer activity after US-China tariff truce
Inquiries from the US on Alibabaβs B2B marketplace surged over 40 per cent the week after Washington and Beijing hit pause on the trade war.
Published on: May 20, 2025 | Source:Trumpβs trade war is cracking the Westβs unity, former Chinese envoy says
Wu Hailong tells Global Prosperity Summit that fault lines are emerging between US and allies that could reshape the international order.
Published on: May 20, 2025 | Source:EU budget chief soothes farmers fears over funding changes
The EU Budget Commissioner reassured farmers that no decision has been made yet regarding the structure of the next long-term EU budget, acknowledging their concerns about threatening agricultural funding.
Published on: May 20, 2025 | Source:French police launch prison hunt for mini Chinese-made phones
The phones, no bigger than a cigarette-lighter, were being used to mastermind crimes from inside jail.
Published on: May 20, 2025 | Source:Politically motivated crimes in Germany reach record high
Germany's Interior Ministry has proposed a series of measures to combat politically motivated crimes, which it says have increased by 40% in the last year.
Published on: May 20, 2025 | Source:Supporters rally with haka as MΔori MPs face sanctions
A protest haka by MΔori Party MPs in New Zealandβs parliament has sparked deep political division and could lead to record suspensions.
Published on: May 20, 2025 | Source:Zelensky accuses Russia of 'buying time' to stall truce talks
It follows Donald Trump saying Russia and Ukraine will "immediately" start negotiating, after a two-hour phone call with Vladimir Putin.
Published on: May 20, 2025 | Source:Pandemic preparedness: First Pandemic Treaty adopted
Itβs only the second time the World Health Assembly has adopted a health treaty, but key details of this Pandemic Agreement remain unclear. An analysis.
Published on: May 20, 2025 | Source:Is Bangladeshβs Awami League Ban a Step Toward Justice or a Democratic Backslide?
βThe danger,β warned one U.N. official earlier this year, βis in punishing political affiliation rather than criminal conduct.β
Published on: May 20, 2025 | Source:Cambodia commemorates victims of Khmer Rouge genocide on its 50th anniversary
Hundreds of Cambodians marked the Day of Remembrance by attending a ceremony honouring victims of the Khmer Rouge at one of the "killing fields".
Published on: May 20, 2025 | Source:Philippinesβ Marcos offers reconciliation with Dutertes β will it work?
Marcosβ offer comes after a series of politically charged developments and is seen as a bid to boost his declining approval ratings.
Published on: May 20, 2025 | Source:Trump wants Europe to spend more on defence. Heβs right
Europe faces an existential choice to emerge as a heavyweight competitor or risk being marginalised on the world stage.
Published on: May 20, 2025 | Source:Uzbekistanβs Peopleβs Democratic Party Declares Itself an Opposition Force
With another state-managed opposition, Uzbekistanβs political landscape remains tightly controlled, with real opposition forces systematically excluded and suppressed.
Published on: May 20, 2025 | Source:Nigeria: What Does Atiku's Reported VP Offer Mean for Peter Obi's Ambition?
[Vanguard] The report about former Vice President, Atiku Abubakar, offering Peter Obi a vice presidential role in a joint ticket for the 2027 presidential contest has triggered a barrage of speculations.
Published on: May 20, 2025 | Source:Nigeria: No Tension in Our Community, Isiagu-Akpawfu Leaders Declare - Refute Crisis Report
[Vanguard] Leaders of Isiagu-Akpawfu Autonomous Community in Nkanu East Local Government Area of Enugu State have firmly dismissed recent media reports suggesting unrest in the community, asserting that peace reigns and residents are going about their normal activities unmolested.
Published on: May 20, 2025 | Source:Kenya: 'We Are Broad-Based, You're Tribal' - Ruto Hits Out At Gachagua in Mukuru
[Capital FM] Nairobi -- In what appeared to be a direct rebuke of his former deputy, President William Ruto today declared that he does not share a vision with leaders who promote tribal politics.
Published on: May 20, 2025 | Source:Kenya: 30 Counties to Benefit From Safaricom's Free Medical Services
[Capital FM] Nairobi -- M-Pesa Foundation has committed Sh254 million for free medical services in 30 counties.
Published on: May 20, 2025 | Source:Will subsidized electricity rescue German industry?
Germany aims to support embattled industrial companies with lower electricity prices, but critics say the plan could threaten market stability and climate goals.
Published on: May 20, 2025 | Source:German industry crisis: Can cheap power help?
Germany aims to support embattled industrial companies with lower electricity prices, but critics say the plan could threaten market stability and climate goals.
Published on: May 20, 2025 | Source:Zimbabwe: UZ to Pay New Lecturers U.S.$3 Hourly As Striking Staff Shown the Door
[263Chat] The University of Zimbabwe (UZ) has begun replacing its striking lecturers with adjunct staff who will be paid as little as US$3 per hour. This follows ongoing industrial action by university educators demanding fair remuneration and better working conditions.
Published on: May 20, 2025 | Source:Malawi: Salima Sugar Wants K24bn From Govt - but Why Should Malawian Taxpayers Keep Bailing Out a Profit-Making Company?
[Nyasa Times] Once again, Salima Sugar Company Limited--a state-owned enterprise--has come knocking on government doors, this time asking for a whopping K24 billion bailout. The question is: Why should ordinary Malawian taxpayers continue footing the bill for a company that was set up to generate profits?
Published on: May 20, 2025 | Source:Uganda: Heavy Security Deployment Ahead of UPDF Amendment Bill
[Independent (Kampala)] Kampala, Uganda -- There is heightened security deployment in the city center to quell anticipated unrest related to the Anti-UPDF Amendment Bill 2025. A joint security team comprising officers from the Uganda People's Defence Forces (UPDF), Traffic Police, and Uganda Police Force -- including the Field Force Unit, Counter-Terrorism Unit, and plainclothes operatives -- has been deployed along...
Published on: May 20, 2025 | Source:Africa: Lower-Income Countries Commit Record U.S.$ 250 Million Towards Immunisation
[GAVI] Geneva -- In 2024, lower-income countries supported by Gavi, the Vaccine Alliance contributed more than US$ 250 million, a record, towards their own immunisation programmes. 19% year-on-year increase in financing, secured primarily from domestic resources, underlines countries' commitment towards sustainably financing vaccination. From 2026 to 2030, low- and middle-income countries are expected to contribute US$...
Published on: May 20, 2025 | Source:Somalia: Tensions Rise in Somalia's Middle Shabelle As Troops and Armored Vehicles Pour in
[Shabelle] Jowhar, Somalia -- May 20, 2025 - Heavy fighting looms in Somalia's Middle Shabelle region as government troops, backed by armored vehicles and senior officials, pour into the area in a renewed offensive against the militant group Al-Shabaab.
Published on: May 20, 2025 | Source:Rwanda: Rusumo Power Plant to Supply Electricity to Key Irrigation Schemes
[New Times] The Rusumo Power Plant is set to supply electricity to Mpanga and Mahama irrigation schemes in Kirehe District.
Published on: May 20, 2025 | Source:Rwanda: Why Accounting, Nursing and Teaching Students Have to Take Practical Exams
[New Times] Students in accounting, associate nursing programmes, and teacher training colleges (TTCs) are among 60,000 who sat for practical national exams on Monday, May 19.
Published on: May 20, 2025 | Source:Ethiopia: From Rebellion to Ruin - the Rise, Reign, Decline, and Enduring Legacy of the TPLF in Ethiopia
[Ethiopian Herald] The Tigray People's Liberation Front (TPLF) has played a crucial role in shaping Ethiopia's modern political landscape, evolving from a rebel group to a dominant ruling party, and ultimately experiencing a significant decline that has left behind a complex legacy.
Published on: May 20, 2025 | Source:Ethiopia: Concrete Changes Recorded in Macroeconomic Reform Amid Challenges
[Ethiopian Herald] Ethiopia is implementing a comprehensive macroeconomic reform program with the goal of achieving sustainable economic growth and stability. This program includes measures to address foreign exchange distortions, balance of payments deficits, and inflation. Key elements include transitioning to a market-based exchange rate, modernizing monetary policy, and strengthening the financial sector.
Published on: May 20, 2025 | Source:South Africa: Court Rules On Farm Worker Land Rights
[GroundUp] Supreme Court of Appeal rules against eviction of people living on rural land in Stellenbosch
Published on: May 20, 2025 | Source:Human Rights Defenderβs Arrest in El Salvador Triggers International Criticism
The Center Against Corruption and Impunity in Northern Central America condemned the detention of lawyer Ruth Lopez. On Monday, the Center Against Corruption and Impunity in Northern Central America (CCINOC) condemned the arrest of lawyer Ruth Lopez and the attacks against Cristosal, an organization specializing in the defense of the human rights of victims of [β¦]
Published on: May 20, 2025 | Source:Iran's Khamenei doubts US nuclear talks will lead to agreement
"We don't think it will lead to any outcome," the supreme leader warns, saying the US is making "outrageous" demands on uranium enrichment.
Published on: May 20, 2025 | Source:Croatia donates sculpture to WHO
The World Health Organization (WHO) today welcomed the donation of a sculpture from the government of the Republic of Croatia in a ceremony held at WHO headquarters in Geneva.
Published on: May 20, 2025 | Source:UK faces higher fruit and vegetable prices for non-EU goods
Exotic fruits such as pineapples, avocados and mangoes could become more expensive for UK shoppers, along with more common items such as tomatoes.
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