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UK, EU reach landmark deal: All you need to know
The new deal will allow EU boats to continue fishing in UK waters before the first post-Brexit UK-EU summit.
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Romania: Historic victory for pro-European candidate
In an unexpected turn of events, the pro-European, democratic candidate Nicusor Dan has been elected president of Romania. He intends to strengthen the rule of law and supports Ukraine.
Published on: May 19, 2025 | Source:Why so many newborns and foetuses are abandoned in landfills and the veld
Researchers from the University of the Witwatersrand have gathered data from the Diepkloof Forensic Pathology Service in Soweto to better understand why so many women turn to desperate measures instead of seeking legal and safe abortions
Published on: May 19, 2025 | Source:UK-EU deal unpacked: All the Brexit red tape set for a chop
The agreement could pave the way for smoother trade and travel between the U.K. and EU.
Published on: May 19, 2025 | Source:Nigerian presidentβs solar panels stir debate over renewables for the rich
Solar systems are a solution to Nigeriaβs frequent power cuts and inadequate grid coverage - but only for those who can afford them The post Nigerian presidentβs solar panels stir debate over renewables for the rich appeared first on Climate Home News.
Published on: May 19, 2025 | Source:Turkey faces Indian backlash over Pakistan ties
In India, a boycott of Turkey over Ankara's support for Pakistan in the current conflict is widening, hitting tourism, trade, education and aviation.
Published on: May 19, 2025 | Source:After Putin call, Trump says Russia and Ukraine to negotiate ceasefire βimmediatelyβ
US president also says conversation with Russian leader yielded agreement that Washington and Moscow pursue large-scale trade once war ends.
Published on: May 19, 2025 | Source:What is Labor proposing to do with superannuation, and why is it controversial?
Hereβs why some are campaigning against plans to make people with more than $3m in super pay a bit more taxAustralia news live: latest politics updatesGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastPassing a law that will make 80,000 Australians with more than $3m in superannuation pay a bit more tax doesnβt sound like the kind of thing that would worry a newly returned Labor party still giddy from a...
Published on: May 19, 2025 | Source:Climate targets are only as good as the action behind them. We need to aim higher | Amanda McKenzie
How fast we cut climate pollution will define how safe or scary the world becomes as our children grow upAt its core, the most fundamental duty of any government is to safeguard the security and wellbeing of its people. The climate crisis is hitting Australians hard.Right now, farmers in South Australia and Victoria are battling drought, while Queensland farmers pick up the pieces after heartbreaking floods. Globally,...
Published on: May 19, 2025 | Source:Parents of teen workers accuse union of βpredatoryβ sign-up tactics
Even union supporters say the Shop, Distributive and Allied Employeesβ Associationβs tactics feel βunsettlingβAustralia news live: latest politics updatesGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastThe families of teenage workers at fast food and retail outlets have accused one of Australiaβs largest unions of βpredatoryβ recruitment tactics.Guardian Australia has spoken with several young workers and...
Published on: May 19, 2025 | Source:Reserve Bank tipped to cut cash rate amid growing confidence Australiaβs inflation is being tamed
Market pricing implies 95% chance of quarter point drop to 3.85%, but thereβs also speculation of surprise bumper half percentage point cutAustralia news live: latest politics updatesGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastThe Reserve Bank is expected to cut the cash rate on Tuesday, easing pressure on indebted households grappling with high living costs and elevated mortgage repayments.Market...
Published on: May 19, 2025 | Source:Output in UK energy-intensive industries hits 35-year low
High electricity prices undermining competitiveness of British businesses, official figures show
Published on: May 19, 2025 | Source:Romaniaβs new president faces fiscal time bomb
NicuΘor Dan needs to appoint a government to curb spending and keep access to EU funds
Published on: May 19, 2025 | Source:Nigeria: Can a gender bill bring political inclusion?
Nigerian women are demanding that more seats be reserved for them in the countryβs parliament. They argue that women are systemically excluded from the political process and change is long overdue.
Published on: May 19, 2025 | Source:Israel should be excluded from Eurovision, Spanish prime minister says
Spanish PM Pedro SΓ‘nchez says Israel should be excluded from the Eurovision Song Contest over its war in Gaza.
Published on: May 19, 2025 | Source:Africa: Annual Meetings 2025 - Side Event On Leveraging Water and Sanitation Investment in Africa
[African Development Bank (AfDB)] What: 2025 Annual Meetings side event: Leveraging Water and Sanitation Investment in Africa - the Driving Role of the African Water Facility
Published on: May 19, 2025 | Source:How the State of the People Power Tour Is Building Power and Amplifying Black Voices
During the State of the People Power Tour, local communitiesβmany of them in the Southβhave been organizing around the issues most impacting them.
Published on: May 19, 2025 | Source:Venezuelan Electoral Council Conducts Audit Ahead of Upcoming Elections
CNE authorities informed that all machines and electoral materials are fully ready. On Sunday, Venezuelaβs National Electoral Council (CNE) carried out a preparation audit of the voting machines to be used in the May 25 elections, during which 569 public positions will be selected. RELATED: Venezuela To Hold Popular Consultation for Youth on July 27 [β¦]
Published on: May 19, 2025 | Source:Parents warned after men approach schoolgirls in Hong Kongβs Yuen Long
Community care team alerts parents after two young men offered young girls at playground gifts and to accompany them home.
Published on: May 19, 2025 | Source:Hongkongers using CLP Power pay less due to cheaper global fuel
In its quarterly results, company also says electricity sales fell by 2.6 per cent, year on year.
Published on: May 19, 2025 | Source:Gazaβs Khan Younis latest focus of Israeli forced displacement, bombing
Israeli army warns of 'unprecedented' assault on the southern city as dozens killed in strikes across blockaded enclave.
Published on: May 19, 2025 | Source:Okinawans split over whether US bases are worth the burden
Japan pays $1.4 billion annually for US bases in Okinawa. But does the US military presence truly benefit locals, or does it impose more challenges?
Published on: May 19, 2025 | Source:Cote d'Ivoire: Côte d'Ivoire Set to Host African Development Bank Group 2025 Annual Meetings
[African Development Bank (AfDB)] CΓ΄te d'Ivoire, host country for the African Development Bank Group's 2025 Annual Meetings is ready for the notable events scheduled to take place at the end of May.
Published on: May 19, 2025 | Source:BBCβs Gary Lineker departs after sharing post about Zionism featuring a rat
Former footballer has hosted iconic highlights show Match of the Day since 1999 but will leave this week.
Published on: May 19, 2025 | Source:Top economists urge EU to save due diligence laws from rollback
Nearly 100 economists from across Europe are pushing back against the commissionβs plan to weaken its own recent rules on human rights and the environment in corporate supply chains.
Published on: May 19, 2025 | Source:Hong Kong marine officials missed ferry design flaw, disaster inquiry hears
Coronerβs Court hears evidence from three current and former ship inspectors involved in checks on ill-fated Lamma IV over the years.
Published on: May 19, 2025 | Source:Sports broadcaster Gary Lineker to leave BBC after sharing Instagram story about Zionism
Gary Lineker, the England soccer great-turned-media celebrity, will leave his role as a presenter for the BBC after facing criticism for reposting an Instagram story about Zionism that featured a picture of a rat.
Published on: May 19, 2025 | Source:Private Equity and Wheelchair Services: How to Address a National Crisis
Wheelchair and durable medical equipment are a $60 billion industry and growing. But millions of wheelchair users are not getting the repair services they need.
Published on: May 19, 2025 | Source:WHO validates Mauritania for eliminating trachoma as a public health problem
The World Health Organization (WHO) has validated Mauritania as having eliminated trachoma as a public health problem, making it the seventh country in WHOβs African Region to achieve this significant milestone. The validation certificate was received by Honorable Abdallahi Sidi Mohamed Wedih, Minister of Health and AΓ―cha Vall VergΓ¨s, Ambassador of Mauritania to Switzerland at the Seventy-eighth World Health Assembly.
Published on: May 19, 2025 | Source:China and Russia plan to build nuclear power station on moon
Planned for 2035, the nuclear reactor would power research and exploration of the moon's south pole as part of the the International Lunar Research Station project.
Published on: May 19, 2025 | Source:Who was Malcolm X?
Malcolm X was an icon of the Black civil rights movement and saw violence as a tool of resistance against oppression. He was born 100 years ago in Omaha, Nebraska.
Published on: May 19, 2025 | Source:How Malcolm X fought against the 'American nightmare'
"By any means necessary": He saw violence as a tool of resistance against the oppression of Black people. Malcolm X, who was born 100 years ago, remains an icon of the Black civil rights movement.
Published on: May 19, 2025 | Source:Macronβs office immersed in major Perrier mineral water scandal
Senate report alleges NestlΓ© Waters lobbied the French government to make possible the sale of branded mineral water that circumvented stringent rules.
Published on: May 19, 2025 | Source:Presidential win in Romania 'not a clear victory' over far-right
Some caution that over five million voters still backed the far-right George Simeon β posing questions on future governance in country wrecked by poverty and inequality.
Published on: May 19, 2025 | Source:South Africa to pursue appeal against Nigerian pastor acquitted of rape
Timothy Omotoso, who denies assaulting women from his church, has reportedly returned to Nigeria.
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