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French nuclear company Orano explores sale of Niger uranium assets

Process to sell subsidiaries follows breakdown of ties with west African country’s military government

Published on: May 17, 2025 | Source: Financial Times - World favicon Financial Times - World

Crypto traders who won dinner with Trump also made big profits

Some wallets that scooped up large chunks of the president’s token have already transferred them

Published on: May 17, 2025 | Source: Financial Times - World favicon Financial Times - World

Stylish but sluggish: The Starlet Cross is a necessary addition to Toyota’s line-up

The engine struggles on inclines and when overtaking but it’s a practical vehicle with stylish looks and great features in the crossover segment

Published on: May 17, 2025 | Source: Mail & Guardian Africa favicon Mail & Guardian Africa

3 Hong Kong ferry services cancelled after vessel with 300 aboard hits pier

Macau-bound TurboJet vessel strikes pier at ferry terminal in Sheung Wan after suffering ‘mechanical failure’; no injuries reported.

Published on: May 17, 2025 | Source: South China Morning Post favicon South China Morning Post

Hungary's Orban plans 'transparency law' to muzzle critics

The ruling Fidesz party, led by Prime Minister Viktor Orban, has proposed a law that could be used to ban political parties and media outlets.

Published on: May 17, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

Gaza media office urges opening of crossings amid '77 days of systematic starvation'

Gaza media office urges opening of crossings amid '77 days of systematic starvation' The Gaza government media officeis warning ofwidespread famine amongGaza's population of 2.4 million people, including 1.1 million children, after Israel imposed a blockade on Gaza for the past 77 days. The death toll from malnutrition and starvation has risen to 57 reported deaths, with most of the cases involving children. "This...

Published on: May 17, 2025 | Source: Middle East Eye favicon Middle East Eye

UK police charge three Iranians with suspected espionage

The men were charged with engaging in conduct likely to assist a foreign intelligence service, police said.

Published on: May 17, 2025 | Source: Al Jazeera Middle East favicon Al Jazeera Middle East

The shadowy warlord behind Romania’s wrecked election 

Romania’s 2024 presidential election was controversially canceled for suspected foreign interference. Horațiu Potra, an ally of banned candidate Călin Georgescu, is accused of plotting an insurrection.

Published on: May 17, 2025 | Source: Politico Europe favicon Politico Europe

Unicef: 45 children killed in two days

Unicef: 45 children killed in two days Unicef has called for an end to violence in Gaza following the killing of at least 45 children in the past two days. “The reported killing of at least 45 children in the Gaza Strip in the last two days is yet another devastating reminder that children in Gaza are suffering first and foremost, having to starve day after day only to be victims of indiscriminate attacks," the agency...

Published on: May 17, 2025 | Source: Middle East Eye favicon Middle East Eye

Stabbing in Old City wounds Israeli police officer

Stabbing in Old City wounds Israeli police officer A stabbing attack at Bab al-Silsila, one of the gates of the Al-Aqsa Mosque, has wounded on Israeli officer,local media reports. The attacker, who has been identified to be from Beit Hanina, was shot dead by Israeli forces. Following the assault at the Old City of the Jerusalem, swathes of police arrived at the site to close the gates and remove Palestinian...

Published on: May 17, 2025 | Source: Middle East Eye favicon Middle East Eye

Israel launches new operation in Gaza after Trump leaves Middle East

The new military operation follows reported differences between Israel and Trump.

Published on: May 17, 2025 | Source: Politico Europe favicon Politico Europe

Long-term care costs can be a 'huge problem,' experts say. Here's why

Long-term care can cost well over $100,000 but households aren't prepared, experts say.

Published on: May 17, 2025 | Source: CNBC International favicon CNBC International

HTSI editor’s letter: the travel issue 2025

What do we gain on a journey? Our writers go in search of something more

Published on: May 17, 2025 | Source: Financial Times - World favicon Financial Times - World

Democracy at stake as populists battle mayors in EU’s troubled east

Romania and Poland’s votes could impact rule of law, Ukraine support and embolden the bloc’s eastern awkward squad

Published on: May 17, 2025 | Source: Financial Times - World favicon Financial Times - World

The Chinese chemists turning science into fortunes

Chinese chemistry professor Fan Daidi has synthesised collagen into a commercial success.

Published on: May 17, 2025 | Source: South China Morning Post favicon South China Morning Post

Latest news bulletin | May 17th – Midday

Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel.

Published on: May 17, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Chinese boy inspired by heroes during deadly 2008 Sichuan earthquake becomes paratrooper

Quake survivor realises dream of joining elite unit of People’s Liberation Army, says he will go ‘wherever there is a need’.

Published on: May 17, 2025 | Source: South China Morning Post favicon South China Morning Post

Taxis and ride-hailing services can coexist in Hong Kong, transport chief says

Transport secretary says coming regulation of online ride-hailing platforms will be driven by the needs of the public.

Published on: May 17, 2025 | Source: South China Morning Post favicon South China Morning Post

Libyan ministers resign as protesters call for government to step down

Police officer killed as the country sees renewed deadly clashes in the aftermath of the killing of a militia commander.

Published on: May 17, 2025 | Source: Al Jazeera Middle East favicon Al Jazeera Middle East

The deal that has spurred Apollo’s plan to remake Wall Street

Acquisition of securitised asset business from Credit Suisse has become a cornerstone of private asset group’s strategy

Published on: May 17, 2025 | Source: Financial Times - World favicon Financial Times - World

Three Iranian nationals charged with espionage in the UK

Three Iranian nationals charged with espionage in the UK Submitted by MEE staff on Sat, 05/17/2025 - 10:17 The London-based men face accusations of spying for Iran between 2024 and 2025 Police officers walk down The Mall in central London on 5 May 2025 (Henry Nicholls/ Pool/AFP) Off Three Iranian nationals have been charged with espionage in the UK, police in London said on Saturday. Mostafa Sepahvand, 39, Farhad...

Published on: May 17, 2025 | Source: Middle East Eye favicon Middle East Eye

China cuts US Treasury stockpile, dropping to No 3 spot among foreign holders

Britain takes China’s place as America’s second-biggest overseas creditor as Beijing pushes to diversify foreign exchange reserves.

Published on: May 17, 2025 | Source: South China Morning Post favicon South China Morning Post

How will UK’s hardening stance on migration affect Hongkongers on BN(O) visas?

The Post reviews possible changes to UK immigration rules and what this will mean for Hongkongers.

Published on: May 17, 2025 | Source: South China Morning Post favicon South China Morning Post

‘Commerce not chaos’: Trump remakes the foreign trip

The president offered a brash new brand of mercantilism in the Middle East.

Published on: May 17, 2025 | Source: Politico Europe favicon Politico Europe

Fact check: 'Hey Grok, is this true?' How trustworthy are AI fact checks?

The use of AI chatbots for fact-checking is on the rise. However, Grok's unsolicited claims about "white genocide" show that the responses of Grok, ChatGPT, Meta AI and other chatbots are not always reliable.

Published on: May 17, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

UK charges three Iranians with espionage

Three men arrested earlier this month in what police called a "very complex and fast-moving investigation" were charged with spying for Iran. A fourth suspect was released without charge.

Published on: May 17, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

India’s manufacturers fear influx of cheap Chinese imports amid US-China trade war fallout

From yarn to steel, India’s domestic industries say they’re being priced out as Chinese firms redirect exports away from the United States.

Published on: May 17, 2025 | Source: South China Morning Post favicon South China Morning Post

Q&A: Botswana’s Letsile Tebogo on his Olympic triumph; African sprinters

Tebogo talks to Al Jazeera about breaking the American and Jamaican dominance, and the future of sprinting in Africa.

Published on: May 17, 2025 | Source: Al Jazeera Middle East favicon Al Jazeera Middle East

Nvidia CEO sees ‘no evidence’ of AI chip diversion into China

Huang spoke after joining a US delegation to the Middle East led by President Donald Trump, lauding the opening up of trade of Nvidia’s hardware.

Published on: May 17, 2025 | Source: South China Morning Post favicon South China Morning Post

Arab League calls for funds to rebuild Gaza at summit in Baghdad

The war on Palestinian territory dominated the summit, especially after Israel approves plans to expand its offensive.

Published on: May 17, 2025 | Source: Al Jazeera Middle East favicon Al Jazeera Middle East

Hong Kong officials launch probe after worker falls to his death at luxury villa

Renovation work suspended after labourer reportedly trips while on canopy, falling three metres into swimming pool in Sheung Shui.

Published on: May 17, 2025 | Source: South China Morning Post favicon South China Morning Post

A 20 Percent Electric Bill Surge Tests New Jersey’s Climate Goals

On June 1, New Jersey residents will face something they’ve dreaded for months: A nearly 20 percent rate increase in their electricity bills. A leading state in climate policy, New Jersey is being squeezed by soaring energy demand from data centers and a sluggish connection of renewable sources by grid operator PJM Interconnection. “That’s a […]

Published on: May 17, 2025 | Source: Inside Climate News favicon Inside Climate News

How Green Is Pope Leo XIV?

From our collaborating partner “Living on Earth,” public radio’s environmental news magazine, an interview by producer Aynsley O’Neill with Erin Lothes, an environmental theologian. The new pope could guide the Catholic Church into a new era of care for the environment. Pope Leo XIV, once known as Robert Prevost, previously served as a bishop in […]

Published on: May 17, 2025 | Source: Inside Climate News favicon Inside Climate News

No, stock markets are not a barometer of the world’s economic health

Markets have largely returned to calm after the US-China trade truce but all is not as it seems.

Published on: May 17, 2025 | Source: South China Morning Post favicon South China Morning Post

Israel’s Gaza ‘disengagement’ that paved the way for conquest

The Israeli withdrawal from Gaza in 2005 was not a concession. It was a strategic move to thwart Palestinian statehood.

Published on: May 17, 2025 | Source: Al Jazeera Middle East favicon Al Jazeera Middle East