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The new Citroën C3 is practical, comfortable and fuel efficient

Although certain aspects on the interior feel slightly outdated, the new C3 will be ideal for young families

Published on: May 14, 2025 | Source: Mail & Guardian Africa favicon Mail & Guardian Africa

HSBC moves to repossess Hong Kong flat of Abby Choi’s former father-in-law

Court summons for Kwong Kau is latest development in controversy over his subsidised flat, which has already prompted tightening of some rules.

Published on: May 14, 2025 | Source: South China Morning Post favicon South China Morning Post

Failure to disclose affiliations in foreign policy activities demand scrutiny of US Congress

CSIS and other US think tanks neglecting to reveal Covington & Burling and WestExec links should raise red flags

Published on: May 14, 2025 | Source: Mail & Guardian Africa favicon Mail & Guardian Africa

Hong Kong judges doubt government to blame for lack of slavery law after sex case

Legal challenge by domestic helper who lost two sexual exploitation cases can’t force authorities to enact laws against forced labour, court says.

Published on: May 14, 2025 | Source: South China Morning Post favicon South China Morning Post

Advocates Mobilize to Stave Off Cuts to Federal Student Loan Programs

A federal budget bill threatens to reduce higher education loan forgiveness that benefits nonprofit workers and other borrowers. Advocates are mobilizing in response.

Published on: May 14, 2025 | Source: Nonprofit Quarterly favicon Nonprofit Quarterly

Israeli military airstrikes kill at least 70 in Gaza

Israeli military strikes killed at least 70 Palestinians across the Gaza Strip on Wednesday, local health authorities said, in an intensification of the bombardment as U.S. President Donald Trump visits the Middle East.

Published on: May 14, 2025 | Source: CBC News - Canada favicon CBC News - Canada

Nipping hayfever in the bud: These are the plants you should avoid if you have pollen allergies

Pollen is essential to human life, but that doesn't make allergy season more bearable. This is what you should have in your garden if you suffer from hayfever.

Published on: May 14, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Guest post: More than 70% of adaptation plans for European cities are ‘inconsistent’

More than 70% of European cities are not adapting to climate change in a consistent... The post Guest post: More than 70% of adaptation plans for European cities are ‘inconsistent’ appeared first on Carbon Brief.

Published on: May 14, 2025 | Source: Carbon Brief favicon Carbon Brief

Trump meets Syria’s rebel leader Sharaa, urges him to establish Israel ties

Sharaa was for years the leader of al-Qaeda’s official wing in the Syrian conflict. The US removed a US$10 million bounty on him in December.

Published on: May 14, 2025 | Source: South China Morning Post favicon South China Morning Post

KAJ heats up the first Eurovision semi-final as 10 acts progress and five are sent home

The first of two Eurovision semi-finals saw sauna-loving trio KAJ and Dutch balladeer Claude among the ten acts voted through to the grand final, while five countries were sent home.

Published on: May 14, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Grief and evacuations follow Israeli strike on Gaza's European Hospital

The Israeli military said it carried out a strike on Tuesday targeting what it claimed was a Hamas "command and control centre" beneath a hospital in Gaza.

Published on: May 14, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

How to Reduce Economic Inequality by Expanding Employee Ownership

The workplace is a leading site of inequality, but if workers owned businesses, that could change. How can advocates seize the opportunity to grow worker ownership?

Published on: May 14, 2025 | Source: Nonprofit Quarterly favicon Nonprofit Quarterly

As Neoliberalism Crashes, What Comes Next?

Neoliberalism, a leading cause of inequality for decades, is dying. What comes next is unclear. For economic justice advocates, building a positive path forward is essential.

Published on: May 14, 2025 | Source: Nonprofit Quarterly favicon Nonprofit Quarterly

Panda politics: Zoos have always been ideological

President Donald Trump’s sweeping range of more than 130 executive orders and other decisions aim to upend everything from long-standing immigration policy to the control of a performing arts center. But so far, zoos are not among the many issues the Trump administration has focused on. That might no longer be the case. Trump issued […] The post Panda politics: Zoos have always been ideological appeared first on Asia...

Published on: May 14, 2025 | Source: Asia Times favicon Asia Times

Hong Kong accelerates self-driving vehicle trials with Tung Chung expansion

City gearing up for the potential of autonomous services, including ride-hailing and minibuses, within two years.

Published on: May 14, 2025 | Source: South China Morning Post favicon South China Morning Post

Uganda: Investing in Girls' Education in Uganda's Largest Refugee Settlement

[Spotlight Initiative] Ritah is an 11-year-old Congolese refugee residing in Kyaka II refugee settlement in Western Uganda. Tragically, she lost both her parents shortly after starting school and now lives with a foster parent.

Published on: May 14, 2025 | Source: AllAfrica favicon AllAfrica

Mali: Mali Dissolves All Political Parties As Opposition Figures Disappear

[RFI] Mali's military government has shut down all political parties and banned their activities across the country. Anyone who disobeys the order faces sanctions.

Published on: May 14, 2025 | Source: AllAfrica favicon AllAfrica

Germany arrests three Ukrainian nationals for plotting Russian 'sabotage' bomb attacks

The three suspects plotted to carry out arson and explosive attacks on German freight transport systems, according to federal prosecutors.

Published on: May 14, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Trump expands refugee resettlement to racial minorities in South Africa

The US has opened its controversial programme to include racial minorities who believe they are facing persecution

Published on: May 14, 2025 | Source: Mail & Guardian Africa favicon Mail & Guardian Africa

China sports brand sparks outrage after diving queen Quan Hongchan sidelined in event photo

Angry fans of Olympic diving icon accuse brand of ‘opportunism’, sparking wave of product returns.

Published on: May 14, 2025 | Source: South China Morning Post favicon South China Morning Post

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Published on: May 14, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Ghana: Ghanaian Journalist's $18M Defamation Win Slashed to $500 by U.S. Court

[allAfrica] A U.S. court reduced the $18 million defamation award granted to Ghanaian investigative journalist Anas Aremeyaw Anas to just $500. The case stemmed from former Ghanaian MP Kennedy Agyapong's accusations that Anas was a "criminal" and linked to the murder of fellow journalist Ahmed Suale.

Published on: May 14, 2025 | Source: AllAfrica favicon AllAfrica

Undocumented migrants put pressure on SA – but there are ways to manage it

Xenophobic attacks remind us of what happens when the government fails to deal with citizens’ needs.

Published on: May 14, 2025 | Source: Mail & Guardian Africa favicon Mail & Guardian Africa

Former Uruguayan President José Mujica dies at age of 89

The Latin American country's 40th leader — known as "Pepe" — became internationally renowned because of his humble lifestyle.

Published on: May 14, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

China reveals tech ‘breakthrough’ behind Pakistan’s hypersonic strike on India

Chinese missiles were used by Pakistan to destroy an Indian air defence system last week in what is believed to be their first combat use.

Published on: May 14, 2025 | Source: South China Morning Post favicon South China Morning Post

Trump’s Mideast visit clears path for advanced AI chip deals led by Nvidia

The deals are taking shape, while Trump visits the Middle East to forge deeper ties that put US technology initiatives at centre stage.

Published on: May 14, 2025 | Source: South China Morning Post favicon South China Morning Post

Syria’s rebel leader Sharaa’s path from global jihad to Trump meeting

The meeting in Saudi Arabia is a milestone for a man who joined al-Qaeda in Iraq around the time of the 2003 US-led invasion.

Published on: May 14, 2025 | Source: South China Morning Post favicon South China Morning Post

Hannah Ferguson calls for more regulation of paid political content on social media as she announces Senate tilt

Content creator and youth media boss tells National Press Club influencer label is used to ‘invalidate and undermine’ young womenSign up for Guardian Australia’s free weekly media newsletter hereContent creator Hannah Ferguson has used her first press club speech to call for stronger rules around transparency and accountability for paid content – and announce plans to run for parliament at the next election.While...

Published on: May 14, 2025 | Source: Guardian Australia favicon Guardian Australia

Hong Kong police yet to identify ‘mentally unstable’ woman in scissors attacks

Investigators are still working to identify the woman arrested in connection with attacks on two female pedestrians in Tsim Sha Tsui.

Published on: May 14, 2025 | Source: South China Morning Post favicon South China Morning Post

China confirms Japanese citizen has been jailed for spying in Shanghai

The foreign ministry did not reveal details of the case, but Japanese media reports say a man in his 50s has been given a 12-year sentence.

Published on: May 14, 2025 | Source: South China Morning Post favicon South China Morning Post

ICC's top prosecutor faces increased pressure over sexual misconduct allegations

Reports claim that Karim Khan brought forward the court's arrest warrant for Benjamin Netanyahu after learning he was under investigation for forcing himself on a colleague.

Published on: May 14, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Ecuador's Waorani demand court action over Amazon oil projects

Leaders of Ecuador’s Waorani Indigenous community gathered at Quito's Constitutional Court on Tuesday, urging recognition of territorial rights threatened by government-backed oil projects.

Published on: May 14, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

From cowboy hats to interactive tree monsters: The best designs from Ceramic Art London

Ceramic Art London, the UK’s top ceramics fair, returned for its 21st year, as artists from around the world showcased everything from miniature pots and candy-like sculptures to interactive monsters.

Published on: May 14, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Kenya: Police Arrest Man Who Rode Boda Boda Used in MP Were's Murder

[Capital FM] Nairobi -- Police have arrested the man said to have rode the boda boda motorbike used in the murder of Kasipul Member of Parliament Ong'ondo Were.

Published on: May 14, 2025 | Source: AllAfrica favicon AllAfrica

Red meat and cars mean French men have a 26% higher carbon footprint than women, study says

Food and transport account for half of the average French person’s carbon footprint.

Published on: May 14, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews