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Bangladesh: What does the ban of Sheikh Hasina's party mean?

Bangladesh's interim government has used an anti-terror law to freeze all activities of the Awami League, the party of ousted leader Sheikh Hasina. Is there a way for the country's oldest party to remain in play?

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

Richard Armitage, Joseph Nye, and the Future of the Japan-US Alliance

The Trump administration appears to have inherited the mantle of being โ€œpro-U.S.-Japan allianceโ€ from two establishment figures whose class the president publicly disparages.

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

Cannes 2025 lineup shines in the shadow of Trump tariffs

Wes Anderson, Diane Kruger, Spike Lee: These are just some big names featured at the world's most important film festival. But while celebrating cinema, attendees will also grapple with an uncertain future to come.

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

India-Pakistan ceasefire celebrations despite lingering tensions

People in Pakistan and India have been celebrating a ceasefire after the most serious fighting between the two nations.

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

China spurs Nansha as Greater Bay Areaโ€™s third hub for innovations, finance, connectivity

Latest measures follow efforts since 2023 to build up Qianhai and Hengqin in southern Guangdong province, and foster ties with Hong Kong.

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

Ghana: Pres Mahama Urged to Intervene in Land Guards' Seizure of Weija Irrigation Farms

[Ghanaian Times] At least 500 farmers working on the Weija Irrigation Farms have appealed to President John Dramani Mahama to intervene in the seizure of their farm lands by land guards.

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

Letโ€™s useย early milestones to stay focused on climate actionย 

To make sure we meet a 2030 goal to triple outflows from UN climate funds agreed at COP29, work needs to start now The post Letโ€™s useearly milestones to stay focused on climate action appeared first on Climate Home News.

Published on: May 12, 2025 | Source: Climate Home News favicon Climate Home News

Activist investor David Webb hopes Hong Kong statutory body will carry on his work

Webb, who is battling late-stage cancer, also urges city to maintain its free-port status and promote itself as a duty-free hub.

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

Alonso to join Real Madrid after Ancelotti takes Brazil job: Reports

Bayer Leverkusen's Xabi Alonso poised to replace Real Madrid manager Carlo Ancelotti, according to media reports.

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

Qatar and US in talks over offer of luxury plane to use as Air Force One

Democrats and good government advocates say it is unethical and likely unconstitutional for Trump to accept.

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

Sean โ€˜Diddyโ€™ Combs trial: Who is going to testify, what are the charges?

The trial resumes on Monday in which the American music mogul faces charges, including sex trafficking and racketeering.

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

Could this ceramic paving be a game-changer in curbing urban floods?

In this episode of Smart Regions, we look at how new ceramic paving, developed in Spainโ€™s Valencia region, aims to curb flooding risks during heavy rain in urban areas.

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

Bursa: Silk, history, and the flavours of an Ottoman legacy

In this episode of Explore Tรผrkiye, we visit Bursa, a city of silk, Ottoman heritage, and rich culinary traditions, discovering its historic markets, charming villages, and the famous ฤฐskender Kebab.

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

South Africa's Democratic Alliance fights new equity law

South Africa's amended Employment Equity Act has sparked heated debate. Supporters see it as essential for social transformation, while the Democratic Alliance says it's unconstitutional and economically harmful.

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

South Africa: Quick Explainer - How Wages Are Set

[GroundUp] Since 2019, South Africa has had a National Minimum Wage, which sets the floor for all wages and salaries in the country. But for many workers, actual wages paid depend on the outcome of negotiations with employers.

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

Uganda: How Uganda Has Fallen Apart

[Independent (Kampala)] The collapse of governance and the consequences for our country because of an aging president

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

Trump defends prospect of Qatar gifting him a plane to use as Air Force One

US officials say the jet could be converted into a potential presidential aircraft โ€” a gift donated from a foreign government worth an unprecedented amount.

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

Africa: Pasuwa Hospitalised, Misses CHAN Qualifier Against South Africa

[263Chat] Malawi's national football team was dealt a major blow ahead of their crucial 2024 African Nations Championship (CHAN) qualifier against South Africa as head coach Kalisto Pasuwa was sidelined due to a sudden illness.

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

Trump poised to accept Qatar jet gift as Air Force One

Reports of the gift comes just before President Trump is set to travel to the Middle East this week, with a stop in Qatar.

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

Philippine midterm elections: violence mars voting in restive Muslim region

Observers report a surge in killings and voter intimidation across the Bangsamoro autonomous region in Muslim Mindanao.

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

Von der Leyen, Metsola and Costa take charter flight from Brussels to Luxembourg

European Commission defends the use of a private jet to attend Schuman Day celebrations with Luxembourg Prime Minister Luc Frieden.

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

Russian Pressure and Kazakhstanโ€™s Embattled Civil Society

Astanaโ€™s balancing act is becoming ever more precarious, with civil society caught in the crossfire at a moment when its voice is needed most.

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

Call to toughen rules for reporting incidents at private hospitals in Hong Kong

Concerns arise after breakdown of air conditioning at St Teresaโ€™s Hospital created condensation in operating theatres but incident from last July only now revealed.

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

China and Indiaโ€™s Quiet Competition in the South Caucasusย 

Can the rival Asian giants expand their influence without destabilizing the region?

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

'Never give in to mediocrity,' Pope Leo XIV says as the press meets the new pontiff

Pope Leo XIV's first address to the press at the Holy See emphasised dignity, justice and free speech, urging journalists to reject mediocrity and partisan divisions. Euronews brings you a first-hand account of the experience.

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

How Trumpโ€™s erratic tariffs could crash his US car production goals

While levies may prompt some foreign carmakers to start scaling up US-based production, many see a market plagued by uncertainty and risk.

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

The Kurdistan Workersโ€™ Party Ends a 40-year Armed Struggle

The former PKK militants will seek a resolution to the Kurdish issue through political means. After concluding its 12th congress, the Kurdistan Workersโ€™ Party (PKK) announced the end of an armed struggle that began four decades ago. RELATED: Tรผrkiye Intensifies Operations Against the Kurdistan Workersโ€™ Party โ€œThis historic decision marks the conclusion of decades of [โ€ฆ]

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

Trumpโ€™s Middle East trip raises doubts about Israelโ€™s โ€˜ironcladโ€™ standing with US

Trump is set to visit Saudi Arabia, Qatar, and the UAE, during his trip, but not Israel. Some Israelis are concerned about the state of its relationship with the US.

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

When Development Finance Does More Harm than Good: The Case of Indorama Agro in Uzbekistan

In January 2025, Indorama Agro abruptly prepaid its loans and walked away from its contractual obligation to implement the EBRDโ€™s E&S standards in Uzbekistan.

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

Top Cricket Malawi official dies after 'heartless violence'

Tributes are paid to Cricket Malawi operations manager Arjun Menon, who died aged 48 in Blantyre on Saturday.

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

Irish prime minister says all means must be used against Hungarian EU veto

Irish Taoiseach Micheรกl Martin said in an exclusive interview with Euronews that Ukraine should join the European Union for geopolitical reasons and that Hungary's obstruction of this is outrageous.

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

Venice protest calls for release of aid worker held in Venezuela

A flotilla of 50 boats sailed Venice's Grand Canal demanding the release of Alberto Trentini, an Italian aid worker detained in Venezuela since November 2024.

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

India legend Virat Kohli retires from test cricket

The batting great leaves the format after 14 successful years in which he rose to global greatness. "I've given everything I had," Kohli said.

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

India legend Virat Kohli retires from Test cricket

The batting great leaves the format after 14 successful years in which he rose to global greatness. "I've given everything I had," Kohli said.

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

South Africa: Naturalised Citizens, Lawful Permanent Residents Can Apply for Smart Card IDs

[SAnews.gov.za] For the first time today, naturalised South African citizens and lawful permanent residents can apply for Smart Card IDs through the eHomeAffairs platform.

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