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80 Years Later, Okinawa Remains Haunted by the Ghosts of War

The hellish Battle of Okinawa left psychological scars that persist to the present day.

Published on: May 15, 2025 | Source: The Diplomat favicon The Diplomat

Cubaโ€™s Hidden Beaches: Five Secluded Gems Await Exploration

Cubaโ€™s coastline stretches over 5,000 km, offering some of the worldโ€™s most beautiful beaches. However, beyond the well-known tourist spots lies a collection of hidden, tranquil, and nearly untouched shores, perfect for those seeking solitude away from crowds. Exploring Cubaโ€™s Secret Beaches A young Cuban adventurer, Adriano Flechilla, has spent years cycling across the island, [โ€ฆ]

Published on: May 15, 2025 | Source: Telesur English favicon Telesur English

As Trump snubs Israel, Gulf states flex their lobbying for an Iran deal

As Trump snubs Israel, Gulf states flex their lobbying for an Iran deal Submitted by Sean Mathews on Thu, 05/15/2025 - 17:42 Saudi Arabia's foreign minister said an Iranian nuclear deal would increase regional investment, while Trump credits Qatar for pushing talks US President Donald Trump (L) and his counterpart, Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed al-Nahyan, arrive at Qasr al-Watan (Palace of the Nation) in Abu Dhabi, on 15...

Published on: May 15, 2025 | Source: Middle East Eye favicon Middle East Eye

Largest US retailer Walmart warns of price hikes because of tariffs

Walmart is a bellwether of US consumer health and its statement is a signpost of the impact of the trade war.

Published on: May 15, 2025 | Source: Al Jazeera Middle East favicon Al Jazeera Middle East

U.S. Supreme Court grapples with nationwide injunctions stopping presidential directives in citizenship case

The U.S. Supreme Court began hearing arguments Thursday in Donald Trump's attempt to broadly enforce his executive order to limit birthright citizenship, a move that would affect thousands of babies born each year.

Published on: May 15, 2025 | Source: CBC News - Canada favicon CBC News - Canada

UEFA Womenโ€™s Champions League Final: Can Arsenal upset title-holders Barcelona?

Barcelona are seeking a historic fourth title in five years, while Arsenal push through to the final after thrilling comebacks in the knockout stages.

Published on: May 15, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

South Africaโ€™s President Ramaphosa to meet Trump in US on Wednesday over rising tensions

This week, the US resettled a first group of white Afrikaners that Trump claims are facing โ€˜persecutionโ€™ in South Africa.

Published on: May 15, 2025 | Source: South China Morning Post favicon South China Morning Post

RSF Drone Strikes Mark Escalation in Sudanโ€™s Civil War

Sudanโ€™s conflict has entered a new phase, as the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) launched unprecedented drone strikes on Port Sudan, weeks after being driven from Khartoum by the Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF). Sudanese political analysts describe the escalation as a โ€œshock and aweโ€ campaign, aiming to demonstrate RSFโ€™s ability to wage war remotely, even after [โ€ฆ]

Published on: May 15, 2025 | Source: Telesur English favicon Telesur English

EY delays start dates for consulting recruits for third year in a row

Decision comes as Big Four group grapples with โ€˜uncertainโ€™ market conditions

Published on: May 15, 2025 | Source: Financial Times - World favicon Financial Times - World

Budget Shortfall Threatens Key Health Programs, HIV/AIDS Services at Risk

A document submitted to the National Assembly has revealed an alarming budget shortfall, putting essential health programs at risk. Among the most affected sectors are HIV/AIDS services, family planning initiatives, and immunization programs, according to senior health officials. With U.S. funding cuts already crippling HIV/AIDS programs, analysts warn that further reductions in government spending will [โ€ฆ]

Published on: May 15, 2025 | Source: Telesur English favicon Telesur English

Ukraineโ€™s Zelenskyy sends delegation for Russia talks after Putin no-show

Volodymyr Zelenskyy sends team led by defence minister for talks with Russian delegation in Turkiye's Istanbul.

Published on: May 15, 2025 | Source: Al Jazeera Middle East favicon Al Jazeera Middle East

US Secretary of State Rubio: US 'not insensitive' to Gaza suffering

US Secretary of State Rubio: US 'not insensitive' to Gaza suffering US Secretary of State Marco Rubio told reporters in Antalya, Turkey, on Thursday that he spoke with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and that he expressed to him that Washington is troubled by the humanitarian situation inGaza. Rubio said the US was "not insensitive to the suffering" of people inGaza.

Published on: May 15, 2025 | Source: Middle East Eye favicon Middle East Eye

George Simion seeks diaspora support in final days of Romanian presidential race

Ahead of Sunday's election, Romanian hard-right presidential candidate George Simion campaigns abroad, targeting the Romanian diaspora vote. Euronews spoke to him at the European Parliament in Brussels.

Published on: May 15, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Tripoli Erupts in Clashes as Rival Militias Battle for Control

Violent clashes between two of Libyaโ€™s most powerful armed factionsโ€”the Stability Support Apparatus (SSA) and the 444th Brigadeโ€”turned Tripoli into a war zone once again, following the assassination of militia commander Abdul Ghani al-Kikli (โ€œGhaniwaโ€). Within hours of the attack, Tripoliโ€™s Abu Salim and Salah Eddin neighborhoods were consumed by heavy gunfire, RPG attacks, and [โ€ฆ]

Published on: May 15, 2025 | Source: Telesur English favicon Telesur English

Can the US and China end their trade war?

The US and China have agreed to slash tariffs temporarily in a surprise breakthrough.

Published on: May 15, 2025 | Source: Al Jazeera Middle East favicon Al Jazeera Middle East

Trump whiplash jolts AI

Optimism over tech stocks might be premature given the ongoing policy upheaval

Published on: May 15, 2025 | Source: Financial Times - World favicon Financial Times - World

Everything you need to know about Romaniaโ€™s presidential run-off

Far-right frontrunner faces pro-EU centrist after last yearโ€™s vote cancellation over alleged Russian meddling

Published on: May 15, 2025 | Source: Financial Times - World favicon Financial Times - World

Blank questions, power cuts and a suicide: Nigeria's exams fiasco

Nearly 80% of the 1.9 million students who sat the exams did not get high enough marks to get into university.

Published on: May 15, 2025 | Source: BBC Africa favicon BBC Africa

Starmer says UK in talks with โ€˜returns hubsโ€™ to take failed asylum seekers

Britain will work with other countries to remove migrants, PM confirms during Albania trip

Published on: May 15, 2025 | Source: Financial Times - World favicon Financial Times - World

Bruce Springsteen rails against Trump during UK concert

Bruce Springsteen accused the Trump administration of persecuting dissenters during a concert in the UK.

Published on: May 15, 2025 | Source: Al Jazeera Middle East favicon Al Jazeera Middle East

China to Allow Visa-Free Entry for Tourists from Five South American Countries

This decision had already been hinted at the CELAC-China ministerial forum. Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Lin Jian stated on Thursday that visitors from Argentina, Brazil, Chile, Peru, and Uruguay will now be exempt from visa requirements when traveling to China. RELATED: Largest China-Russia Land Port Reinvents Itself as Industrial Hub โ€œWe aim to further facilitate [โ€ฆ]

Published on: May 15, 2025 | Source: Telesur English favicon Telesur English

Trump addresses troops at USโ€™s largest Middle East military base

US President Donald Trump paid a visit to US troops stationed in Qatar.

Published on: May 15, 2025 | Source: Al Jazeera Middle East favicon Al Jazeera Middle East

EU unlikely to get rid of all US tariffs - Commission

As the negotiations with the US gather pace, doubts are raised about the extent of concessions achievable.

Published on: May 15, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

US R&B singer Chris Brown arrested in UK, charged with โ€˜grievous bodily harmโ€™

Brown, ex-boyfriend of Rihanna, was arrested in Manchester over alleged bottle attack of music producer Abe Diaw at Londonโ€™s Tape nightclub.

Published on: May 15, 2025 | Source: South China Morning Post favicon South China Morning Post

Death Toll in Gaza Rises to 82 Amid Relentless Israeli Airstrikes

The number of Palestinians killed by Israeli airstrikes across the Gaza Strip has climbed to 82, with women and children making up the majority of the victims, following relentless attacks that began at dawn on Thursday. According to WAFA journalist reports, Israeli warplanes targeted homes and makeshift shops sheltering displaced individuals across Gaza, particularly in [โ€ฆ]

Published on: May 15, 2025 | Source: Telesur English favicon Telesur English

US DOJ investigates UnitedHealth for alleged Medicare fraud: Report

The investigation comes amidst months of turmoil for the company, sending its stock plunging.

Published on: May 15, 2025 | Source: Al Jazeera Middle East favicon Al Jazeera Middle East

Brussels looking to beef up the EU's collective defence clause

Article 42.7 of the EU Treaties was triggered once following the terrorist attack in Paris on November 13, 2015, but is generally seen as weaker than the collective defence clause in NATO.

Published on: May 15, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

South Sudan quashes Salva Kiir 'death' reports

The country's Foreign Ministry dismissed rumors spreading on social media that President Salva Kiir had passed away.

Published on: May 15, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

Rising Food Prices Deepen Nigeriaโ€™s Poverty Crisis

Click to expand Image Vendors display tomatoes for sell at Mile 12 market in Lagos, Nigeria, July 7, 2021. 2021 Olukayode Jaiyeola/NurPhoto via AP Photo Several West African countries, including Nigeria, Ghana, Senegal, and Gambia, proudly compete over who makes the best โ€œjollof rice,โ€ rice cooked in spicy tomato sauce. But in Nigeria, this cultural staple is becoming a luxury because of soaring inflation, while...

Published on: May 15, 2025 | Source: Human Rights Watch favicon Human Rights Watch

EU leaders urge Starmer to improve mobility deal in last-ditch โ€˜resetโ€™ talks

Prime minister will meet Emmanuel Macron and Ursula von der Leyen on Friday to iron out details

Published on: May 15, 2025 | Source: Financial Times - World favicon Financial Times - World

Wisconsin judge pleads not guilty to obstructing immigration arrest

Federal authorities allege that Judge Hannah Dugan helped an undocumented man evade arrest by immigration agents.

Published on: May 15, 2025 | Source: Al Jazeera Middle East favicon Al Jazeera Middle East

Tourists watch as a massive chunk of ice breaks off Argentinian glacier

The deep cracking sound bursting from within the ice signals the dramatic fall about to happen. Seconds later, a block of ice some 70 metrestall โ€” the size of a 20-storey building โ€” collapses from the face of the Perito Moreno glacier into the aquamarine water below.

Published on: May 15, 2025 | Source: CBC News - Canada favicon CBC News - Canada

Israel will not fund US-formed Gaza aid group, UN will not participate

Israel will not fund US-formed Gaza aid group, UN will not participate Israel's United Nations ambassador, Danny Danon, said on Thursday that his state will not fund the US-formed Gaza Humanitarian Foundation, but will facilitate and enable it. The move bypasses the decades-long UN infrastructure in place to receive and distribute aid across Gaza. UN officials have slammed the US and Israeli decision, and on Thursday,...

Published on: May 15, 2025 | Source: Middle East Eye favicon Middle East Eye

Nakba 1948 vs Gaza genocide today

We compare and contrast the 1948 Nakba with Israelโ€™s ongoing genocide in Gaza.

Published on: May 15, 2025 | Source: Al Jazeera Middle East favicon Al Jazeera Middle East

The ambiguity of the UKโ€™s immigration plans

Also in this weekโ€™s newsletter, changes to ONSโ€™s employment survey yield results

Published on: May 15, 2025 | Source: Financial Times - World favicon Financial Times - World