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Deputy attorney general Todd Blanche, who defended Trump in hush money trial, named acting Librarian of Congress

Blanche is a former federal prosecutor who was a key figure on Trump's defense team in his New York hush money trial, which ended in a conviction on 34 felony counts.

Published on: May 12, 2025 | Source: PBS NewsHour favicon PBS NewsHour

China, US Declare Temporary Truce in Their Trade War

Both sides walked back the eye-popping tariff rates announced since April 2, but no progress was made on structural issues.

Published on: May 12, 2025 | Source: The Diplomat favicon The Diplomat

Trump signs order aiming to cut some U.S. drug prices to match lower ones abroad

The order is a blow to the pharmaceutical industry, which is already bracing for Trump's planned tariffs on prescription drugs.

Published on: May 12, 2025 | Source: CNBC International favicon CNBC International

Torres del Paine: The Natural Paradise of Chilean Patagonia

Located in the southernmost region of Chile, Torres del Paine National Park stands as one of the most breathtaking natural wonders in South America. Declared a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve in 1978, this sanctuary of over 227,000 hectares stuns visitors with its rugged landscapes, ancient glaciers, and turquoise lakes. RELATED: Created New Marine Coastal Protected Park […]

Published on: May 12, 2025 | Source: Telesur English favicon Telesur English

Qassam Brigades releases photo of Israeli-American captive after handover

Qassam Brigades releases photo of Israeli-American captive after handover The al-Qassam Brigades, Hamas's military wing, released a photograph on Monday shortly after releasing the US-Israeli captive Edan Alexander to the International Committee of the Red Cross. Alexander, standing in the middle next to a Red Cross representative and alongside three members of the Brigades, is shown to be in relatively good health...

Published on: May 12, 2025 | Source: Middle East Eye favicon Middle East Eye

Watch: The swim guru turning the tide for Nigeria’s youth

Emeka Chuks-Nnadi is on a mission to combat the drowning crisis and empower youths with various abilities to be independent in water.

Published on: May 12, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

The anti-Farage? Yvette Cooper vs Reform UK

Starmer is betting on a migration policy stalwart to take on insurgent Nigel Farage β€” and the Treasury.

Published on: May 12, 2025 | Source: Politico Europe favicon Politico Europe

WATCH: White Afrikaners from South Africa arrive at Dulles airport to seek U.S. resettlement

Many in South Africa are puzzled by claims that Afrikaners are persecuted and meet the requirements to be relocated as refugees.

Published on: May 12, 2025 | Source: PBS NewsHour favicon PBS NewsHour

BBC accused of 'political censorship' over failure to release Gaza medics documentary

BBC accused of 'political censorship' over failure to release Gaza medics documentary Submitted by Oscar Rickett on Mon, 05/12/2025 - 16:31 Mike Leigh, Lindsey Hilsum and Susan Sarandon over 600 prominent figures calling for release of 'Gaza: Medics Under Fire' BBC Headquarters at the Broadcasting House in central London pictured in 2023 (AFP) Off The BBC has been accused of "political censorship" as it faces...

Published on: May 12, 2025 | Source: Middle East Eye favicon Middle East Eye

Migration cuts are a luxury the UK cannot afford

Reducing freedom of movement comes at a cost and governments shouldn’t pretend otherwise

Published on: May 12, 2025 | Source: Financial Times - World favicon Financial Times - World

Trump could join Russia-Ukraine peace talks in Turkey

Zelenskyy welcomes prospect of US president participating in event in Istanbul

Published on: May 12, 2025 | Source: Financial Times - World favicon Financial Times - World

Trump hails Qatar's 'nice gesture' of Air Force One replacement, blaming Boeing delays

"I could be a stupid person and say no, we don't want a free plane," Trump said.

Published on: May 12, 2025 | Source: CNBC International favicon CNBC International

Police probe suspicious fire at Keir Starmer’s London home

A resident of the street said he heard a loud, one-off bang, that sounded like a "firebomb," and possibly shattered glass.

Published on: May 12, 2025 | Source: Politico Europe favicon Politico Europe

Duterte elected mayor of home city from Hague prison

The former president's win was expected, but other races in the midterms proved less predictable.

Published on: May 12, 2025 | Source: BBC Asia favicon BBC Asia

Hong Kong’s CK Hutchison Holdings pledges Panama port deal won’t violate laws

Statement comes after mainland China’s market regulator asked parties involved not to circumvent ongoing antitrust probe.

Published on: May 12, 2025 | Source: South China Morning Post favicon South China Morning Post

Hamas releases Edan Alexander, the last living American Israeli hostage in Gaza

An American Israeli soldier held hostage for more than 19 months in the Gaza Strip was released Monday, Hamas said, in a goodwill gesture toward the Trump administration that could lay the groundwork for a new ceasefire with Israel.

Published on: May 12, 2025 | Source: CBC News - Canada favicon CBC News - Canada

India has only paused military action and will strike if any further terror attack occurs, Modi says

The military operations chiefs of India and Pakistan will discuss on Monday the next steps for the nuclear-armed neighbours after a ceasefire returns calm to the border, following their fiercest fighting in nearly three decades.

Published on: May 12, 2025 | Source: CBC News - Canada favicon CBC News - Canada

Will the EU ban phones at school?

That’s one of several ideas floated by EU education and youth ministers meeting in Brussels this week, alongside proposals for tougher age checks, restrictions on social media for minors, and an EU-wide action plan to tackle cyberbullying.

Published on: May 12, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Venezuelan FM Gil Arrives in Beijing to Participate in the CELAC-China Forum

The Bolivarian diplomat and Wang Yi reaffirmed their commitment to advancing toward a multipolar world. On Monday, Venezuelan Foreign Minister Yvan Gil arrived in Beijing to attend the Fourth Ministerial Forum between China and the Community of Latin American and Caribbean States (CELAC). RELATED: Colombian President Petro Calls for CELAC-U.S. Summit β€œWe’ll participate in the […]

Published on: May 12, 2025 | Source: Telesur English favicon Telesur English

Hamas releases Israeli-American hostage Edan Alexander in goodwill gesture towards US

Alexander, a soldier, was 19 when he was taken from his military base in Israel during Hamas’ October 7, 2023 attack which set off Gaza war.

Published on: May 12, 2025 | Source: South China Morning Post favicon South China Morning Post

Latest news bulletin | May 12th – Evening

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 12, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

DA must navigate coalition politics rather than divide the GNU and South Africa

The Democratic Alliance’s rush to court over debates it has lost such as employment equity is an abuse of the law

Published on: May 12, 2025 | Source: Mail & Guardian Africa favicon Mail & Guardian Africa

Trump defends gift of 747 jet from Qatar as new Air Force One

Gulf state’s offer to replace ageing presidential plane raises ethics concerns

Published on: May 12, 2025 | Source: Financial Times - World favicon Financial Times - World

Syria will take back citizens trying to reach island by boat, Cyprus says

Human traffickers are cutting deals with local employers to bring in Syrians, according to Cyprus' deputy migration minister.

Published on: May 12, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Keir Starmer sets out new policies to 'significantly' restrict immigration to the UK

The policies revealed by Prime Minister Keir Starmer include English language requirements and a crackdown on overseas recruitment for the social care sector.

Published on: May 12, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Hamas releases Israeli-US hostage Edan Alexander in 'goodwill gesture' to Trump

21-year-old Alexander was serving in a military unit on the Gaza border when he was captured during the Hamas-led attack on southern Israel on 7 October 2023.

Published on: May 12, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

EU to ban 25 Russia-oil ships now in Baltic and North seas

Some 25 shortly-to-be-designated 'shadow fleet' oil tankers are currently in the Baltic Sea or North Sea regions, posing a threat of oil spills and cable-cutting incidents.

Published on: May 12, 2025 | Source: EU Observer favicon EU Observer

Pope Leo calls for release of jailed journalists, notes their courage

The new pontiff talks of witnesses 'who report on war even at the cost of their lives'.

Published on: May 12, 2025 | Source: Al Jazeera Middle East favicon Al Jazeera Middle East

Kashmir conflict: how it impacts Indian, Pakistani politics

Now that India and Pakistan have agreed to a ceasefire after days of missile and drone strikes, there are certain players in the two countries that can use the crisis to bolster their domestic support.

Published on: May 12, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

Israeli-American soldier Edan Alexander released from Gaza captivity

Israeli-American soldier Edan Alexander released from Gaza captivity Edan Alexander, a dual Israeli-American national who is a soldier in the Israeli forces, was released from captivity in Gaza on Monday. He had been held since 7 October 2023. The agreement to release him was brokered by the Trump administration and regional mediators, largely sidestepping Israel. Alexander was handed over to the International...

Published on: May 12, 2025 | Source: Middle East Eye favicon Middle East Eye

Israel to take full control of land registry in West Bank's Area C, cementing annexation

Israel to take full control of land registry in West Bank's Area C, cementing annexation Submitted by Lubna Masarwa on Mon, 05/12/2025 - 15:29 Government votes to legally nullify any Palestinian efforts to register land in majority of the West Bank This picture taken from Nablus on 23 March 2025 shows the new expansion of the Israeli settlement of Elon Moreh, east of the city, in the occupied West Bank (AFP/Zain...

Published on: May 12, 2025 | Source: Middle East Eye favicon Middle East Eye

EU commission defends declaring Tunisia as 'safe'

The European Commission continues to defend Tunisia as 'safe' for prospective Tunisians wanting international protection in Europe.

Published on: May 12, 2025 | Source: EU Observer favicon EU Observer

Pope Leo XIV hosts first audience with the press at the Vatican

As he addressed journalists and media workers days after he was elected, he renewed calls for peace, reminding the press to focus on reporting the truth and urged the release of imprisoned journalists

Published on: May 12, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

PKK disbands, potentially ending decades of conflict in Turkiye

The Kurdistan Workers’ Party, or PKK, has announced that it plans to disband and disarm.

Published on: May 12, 2025 | Source: Al Jazeera Middle East favicon Al Jazeera Middle East

Congo-Kinshasa: Kagame Weighs in On U.S., Qatar-Mediated Peace Efforts On DRC

[New Times] President Paul Kagame said that the mediation efforts by Qatar and the United States designed to achieve peace in eastern DR Congo are an acknowledged necessity, adding that Africa needs to actively play its own part in finding solutions to African problems

Published on: May 12, 2025 | Source: AllAfrica favicon AllAfrica