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Hundreds of thousands flee 'horrific' Israeli bombing in north Gaza

Hundreds of thousands flee 'horrific' Israeli bombing in north Gaza Submitted by Ahmed Dremly on Mon, 05/19/2025 - 14:04 Trapped Palestinians report unprecedented violence as Israel launches new military operation Palestinians carry their belongings as they flee Gaza City on 16 May 2025 (AFP) Off Youssef Halawa, 38, tried to calm his 66-year-old mother, Sawsan, as she grew increasingly anxious about the unusual drone...

Published on: May 19, 2025 | Source: Middle East Eye favicon Middle East Eye

Israel orders Khan Younis evacuation ahead of 'unprecedented attack'

Residents have been told to move to western Gaza in one of the largest evacuation orders of recent months.

Published on: May 19, 2025 | Source: BBC Middle East favicon BBC Middle East

Sudanโ€™s army leader al-Burhan appoints former UN official as prime minister

Dagalo, who leads the rival Rapid Support Forces paramilitary, also announces a government as war ravages Sudan.

Published on: May 19, 2025 | Source: Al Jazeera Middle East favicon Al Jazeera Middle East

UK funding cuts will endanger women and girls, aid organisations warn

UK funding cuts will endanger women and girls, aid organisations warn Submitted by Dania Akkad on Mon, 05/19/2025 - 14:09 Defunding programmes focused on gender equality and women and girls in favour of defence spending will make the UK and the world less safe, says leading British network The UK government has supported schooling for girls in Iraq, seen here on their first day of school in Baghdad in October 2022...

Published on: May 19, 2025 | Source: Middle East Eye favicon Middle East Eye

Trump says Russia and Ukraine will โ€˜immediatelyโ€™ start ceasefire talks

The president signaled that the U.S. would not play a mediating role in the discussions.

Published on: May 19, 2025 | Source: Politico Europe favicon Politico Europe

If the Dead Come Home: Iraqโ€™s Mass Graves

In Iraq, a mass grave excavation reveals the challenges of identifying remains and returning them to their families.

Published on: May 19, 2025 | Source: Al Jazeera Middle East favicon Al Jazeera Middle East

Indian Security Forces Massacre Burmese Resistance Functionaries

The torture and killing of 10 rebels at Chandel near the India-Myanmar border in Manipur has sent shockwaves through Myanmarโ€™s resistance groups.

Published on: May 19, 2025 | Source: The Diplomat favicon The Diplomat

Putin and Trump to Hold an Important Phone Conversation: Peskov

Their dialogue aims to revive negotiations between Russia and Ukraine following talks in Istanbul on May 16. The Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov announced that Russian President Vladimir Putin and U.S. President Donald Trump will hold a โ€œvery important conversationโ€ at 2 p.m. GMT on Monday. RELATED: United Russia Party Says War Veterans To Hold 10% [โ€ฆ]

Published on: May 19, 2025 | Source: Telesur English favicon Telesur English

WHO recognizes four countries with life-saving trans fat elimination policies

The World Health Organization (WHO) has recognized four countriesโ€”the Republic of Austria, the Kingdom of Norway, the Sultanate of Oman and the Republic of Singaporeโ€”for their exemplary efforts in eliminating industrially produced trans fats from their food supplies. These countries, which were validated earlier this year, have implemented best-practice policies alongside effective monitoring and enforcement mechanisms...

Published on: May 19, 2025 | Source: WHO News favicon WHO News

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.

Published on: May 19, 2025 | Source: Al Jazeera Middle East favicon Al Jazeera Middle East

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: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

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: Mail & Guardian Africa favicon Mail & Guardian Africa

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: Politico Europe favicon Politico Europe

Nigerian presidentโ€™s solar panels stir debate over renewables for the rich

Solar systems are a solution to Nigeriaโ€™s frequent power cuts and inadequate grid coverage - but only for those who can afford them The post Nigerian presidentโ€™s solar panels stir debate over renewables for the rich appeared first on Climate Home News.

Published on: May 19, 2025 | Source: Climate Home News favicon Climate Home News

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: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

After Putin call, Trump says Russia and Ukraine to negotiate ceasefire โ€˜immediatelyโ€™

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: South China Morning Post favicon South China Morning Post

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: Guardian Australia favicon Guardian Australia

What is Labor proposing to do with superannuation, and why is it controversial?

Hereโ€™s 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 doesnโ€™t sound like the kind of thing that would worry a newly returned Labor party still giddy from a...

Published on: May 19, 2025 | Source: Guardian Australia favicon Guardian Australia

Parents of teen workers accuse union of โ€˜predatoryโ€™ sign-up tactics

Even union supporters say the Shop, Distributive and Allied Employeesโ€™ Associationโ€™s tactics feel โ€˜unsettlingโ€™Australia 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 Australiaโ€™s largest unions of โ€œpredatoryโ€ recruitment tactics.Guardian Australia has spoken with several young workers and...

Published on: May 19, 2025 | Source: Guardian Australia favicon Guardian Australia

Reserve Bank tipped to cut cash rate amid growing confidence Australiaโ€™s inflation is being tamed

Market pricing implies 95% chance of quarter point drop to 3.85%, but thereโ€™s 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: Guardian Australia favicon Guardian Australia

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: Financial Times - World favicon Financial Times - World

Romaniaโ€™s new president faces fiscal time bomb

Nicuศ™or Dan needs to appoint a government to curb spending and keep access to EU funds

Published on: May 19, 2025 | Source: Financial Times - World favicon Financial Times - World

Nigeria: Can a gender bill bring political inclusion?

Nigerian women are demanding that more seats be reserved for them in the countryโ€™s parliament. They argue that women are systemically excluded from the political process and change is long overdue.

Published on: May 19, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

Israel should be excluded from Eurovision, Spanish prime minister says

Spanish PM Pedro Sรกnchez says Israel should be excluded from the Eurovision Song Contest over its war in Gaza.

Published on: May 19, 2025 | Source: Al Jazeera Middle East favicon Al Jazeera Middle East

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: AllAfrica favicon AllAfrica

How the State of the People Power Tour Is Building Power and Amplifying Black Voices

During the State of the People Power Tour, local communitiesโ€”many of them in the Southโ€”have been organizing around the issues most impacting them.

Published on: May 19, 2025 | Source: Nonprofit Quarterly favicon Nonprofit Quarterly

Venezuelan Electoral Council Conducts Audit Ahead of Upcoming Elections

CNE authorities informed that all machines and electoral materials are fully ready. On Sunday, Venezuelaโ€™s 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 [โ€ฆ]

Published on: May 19, 2025 | Source: Telesur English favicon Telesur English

Parents warned after men approach schoolgirls in Hong Kongโ€™s 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: South China Morning Post favicon South China Morning Post

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: South China Morning Post favicon South China Morning Post

Gazaโ€™s 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: Al Jazeera Middle East favicon Al Jazeera Middle East

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: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

Cote d'Ivoire: Côte d'Ivoire Set to Host African Development Bank Group 2025 Annual Meetings

[African Development Bank (AfDB)] Cรดte 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: AllAfrica favicon AllAfrica

BBCโ€™s 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: Politico Europe favicon Politico Europe

Top economists urge EU to save due diligence laws from rollback

Nearly 100 economists from across Europe are pushing back against the commissionโ€™s plan to weaken its own recent rules on human rights and the environment in corporate supply chains.

Published on: May 19, 2025 | Source: EU Observer favicon EU Observer

Hong Kong marine officials missed ferry design flaw, disaster inquiry hears

Coronerโ€™s 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: South China Morning Post favicon South China Morning Post