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An uneasy US-China dΓ©tente on tariffs
Uncertainty around Trumpβs trade war has not gone away
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People in Gaza starving, sick and dying as aid blockade continues
The risk of famine in Gaza is increasing with the deliberate withholding of humanitarian aid, including food, in the ongoing blockade. The entire 2.1 million population of Gaza is facing prolonged food shortages, with nearly half a million people in a catastrophic situation of hunger, acute malnutrition, starvation, illness and death. This is one of the worldβs worst hunger crises, unfolding in real time.Thelatest food...
Published on: May 12, 2025 | Source:Germany tightens border protections: Facts and figures
German Interior Minister Alexander Dobrindt has ordered asylum seekers to be turned away at the border. The move is legally and politically controversial.
Published on: May 12, 2025 | Source:Meet the violinists who took centre stage at the first Classic Violin Olympus in Dubai
In this episode of Cult, we go behind the scenes at the first Classic Violin Olympus in Dubai, where world-class performers competed for top prizes and a handcrafted violin.
Published on: May 12, 2025 | Source:Hamas releases US hostage raising hopes of Gaza ceasefire
The Palestinian militant group has said it released Edan Alexander, the last living American hostage in Gaza. It called the release part of ceasefire efforts, following rare direct talks with US officials in Doha.
Published on: May 12, 2025 | Source:Hamas says it has released Israeli-American hostage
Handover of Edan Alexander comes ahead of Donald Trumpβs trip to the Gulf
Published on: May 12, 2025 | Source:Trump floats traveling to Turkey this week for Russia-Ukraine peace talks
βI would fly there if I thought it would be helpful,β said the president, who is traveling this week to three Middle Eastern countries.
Published on: May 12, 2025 | Source: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: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: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: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 [β¦]
Published on: May 12, 2025 | Source: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:Watch: The swim guru turning the tide for Nigeriaβs 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: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: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: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:Migration cuts are a luxury the UK cannot afford
Reducing freedom of movement comes at a cost and governments shouldnβt pretend otherwise
Published on: May 12, 2025 | Source: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: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:Police probe suspicious fire at Keir Starmerβs 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: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:Hong Kongβs CK Hutchison Holdings pledges Panama port deal wonβt violate laws
Statement comes after mainland Chinaβs market regulator asked parties involved not to circumvent ongoing antitrust probe.
Published on: May 12, 2025 | Source: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: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:Will the EU ban phones at school?
Thatβs 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: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 βWeβll participate in the [β¦]
Published on: May 12, 2025 | Source: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 Hamasβ October 7, 2023 attack which set off Gaza war.
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Published on: May 12, 2025 | Source:DA must navigate coalition politics rather than divide the GNU and South Africa
The Democratic Allianceβs rush to court over debates it has lost such as employment equity is an abuse of the law
Published on: May 12, 2025 | Source:Trump defends gift of 747 jet from Qatar as new Air Force One
Gulf stateβs offer to replace ageing presidential plane raises ethics concerns
Published on: May 12, 2025 | Source: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: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: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: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: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'.
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