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White South Africans fast-tracked for refugee status arrive in U.S.

The Trump administration on Monday welcomed a group of 59 white South Africans as refugees, saying they face discrimination and violence at home, which the country's government strongly denies.

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

Gas prices up again for first time since 2022: Which countries are paying more?

Prices are now the highest on record but this time tax hikes are to blame.

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

2 children seriously ill with Covid-19 in Hong Kong amid rising infection trend

Authorities say 17-month-old girl had not received vaccine, while 13-year-old girl had been inoculated but suffered from underlying health conditions.

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

Trump visits Saudi Arabia, Qatar, UAE: What to know

Economic deals and security top the agenda on Trump trip to Middle East, the first state visit of his second term.

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

How to avert the pension fund crisis in Germany

Germany's aging population is putting the country's pension system under strain. The new Labor Minister BΓ€rbel Bas has ruffled feathers with a proposal for how to fix it.

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

US-China tariff truce offers markets β€˜substantial relief’ as dollar surges

Following weekend talks in Geneva, Beijing and Washington agreed to drop levies during a 90-day negotiation period.

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

Travel companies see warning signs as fewer European and Canadian travellers choose to visit the US

7.1 million visitors entered the US from overseas in the first three months of this year, 3.3 per cent fewer than during the same period in 2024.

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

The proportion of people 50+ with HIV has doubled in 10 years

Today, people over 50 make up the second largest group of South Africa’s HIV-positive population β€” 20 years ago, they were the smallest proportion

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

Tiger Brands offers first settlement in deadly listeriosis outbreak case

Victims could see justice as the company begins settlement for the outbreak that was linked to contaminated food

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

Banana farmers are β€˜battling daily’ with climate change, warns report urging leaders not to slip up

Research shows how we can keep enjoying the fruit for generations to come, by cutting emissions, buying Fairtrade, and increasing diversity.

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

French scientists denounce poor conditions as Macron courts US talent

France's president is hoping to position his country as a thriving scientific hub to attract US academics, but domestic researchers say they have been worn down by government cuts.

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

Poland to shut Russian consulate as Russia blamed for arson

Poland says it has evidence that Russia was behind a fire that destroyed a Warsaw shopping center last year. It said it was closing the Russian Consulate in Krakow in response.

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

Why US liberals refuse to acknowledge that Trump is a homegrown dictator

Why US liberals refuse to acknowledge that Trump is a homegrown dictator Submitted by Hamid Dabashi on Tue, 05/06/2025 - 17:15 From Tocqueville to today, the real danger lies not in Trump's vulgarity but in the tyranny masked as democracy - built on illusion, repression, and majority rule without dissent US President Donald Trump reacts during a meeting with the Canadian prime minister in the Oval Office at the White...

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

At least 17 killed in junta air strike on school in Myanmar, reports say

Sagaing region, near the border with India, has been a stronghold of armed resistance and the military in recent years has stepped up air strikes against the local pro-democracy People's Defence Forces.

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

How Marco Rubio’s Dual Roles Could Impact the China-US Relationship

Rubio's position as both secretary of state and national security adviser further elevates his profile in the Trump administration. What will that mean for China policy?

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

EU member states ask Commission to lower targets for microchip strategy

The countries say that the European Commission should adjust the target in the Chips Act 2.0.

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

China has come to the table - but this fight is far from over

Beijing can claim its defiance has delivered a battle victory in the trade war.

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

WHO Results Report 2024 shows health progress across regions overcoming critical challenges

The World Health Organization (WHO)Results Report 2024, shows progress on global health goals, even in times of growing financial uncertainties.The report, released ahead of theSeventy-eight World Health Assembly (19–27 May 2025), presents a mid-term assessment of WHO’s performance in implementing the Programme budget 2024–2025, providing a snapshot of progress towards the strategic priorities of the Thirteenth General...

Published on: May 12, 2025 | Source: WHO News favicon WHO News

Tracking Conflict in the Asia-Pacific: May 2025 Update

An overview of conflict, from protests to military and militant violence, in the Asia-Pacific in April 2025.

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

Ancelotti to leave Real Madrid to coach Brazil

Real Madrid boss Carlo Ancelotti will leave the Spanish club at the end of the season to become the new national team coach of Brazil.

Published on: May 12, 2025 | Source: BBC South America favicon BBC South America

Weight loss drugs could slash cancer risks by 41% compared to surgery, researchers claim

Larger studies are needed to confirm the findings, which offer the latest evidence that the medicines can do much more than help people lose weight.

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

Stunts and props from Tom Cruise's Mission: Impossible series go on display in New York

The Museum of the Moving Image in New York has launched an immersive exhibition celebrating the Mission: Impossible franchise’s iconic stunts, props, and behind-the-scenes artistry as it prepares to release its final installment.

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

Video shows arrest of Mayor of Newark at US detention centre

Police bodycam footage shows Newark Mayor Ras Baraka being arrested outside a detention centre in New Jersey

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

China, US reduce majority of tariffs, KMT slams β€˜denial of history’: SCMP daily highlights

From a breakthrough on tariffs to China unveiling a mighty ocean simulation system, here’s a round-up from today’s coverage.

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

Von der Leyen, Costa and Metsola took private jet to Luxembourg event

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz's visit to Brussels prompted a schedule change that led the three presidents to fly private to Luxembourg.

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

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

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

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

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)

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 Area’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

Let’s useΒ early milestones to stay focused on climate actionΒ 

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 Let’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