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India, Pakistan and the theatre of nationalist violence
The Partitionβs wound has been reopened as the rulers of the two countries resort to violence for their own ends.
Published on: May 12, 2025 | Source:
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Cat in China holds onto window railings to escape fire
The cat only sustained burns to its fur and is in hospital for observation.
Published on: May 12, 2025 | Source:Ajai Sahni on Indiaβs Military Strikes on Pakistan
Covert operations are βfar more effective in weakening the terrorist infrastructure and enterprise in Pakistan, but only if they cover the full spectrum of covert instrumentalities available.β
Published on: May 12, 2025 | Source:Nepal: Ensure Credible Transitional Justice Appointments
Click to expand Image Nepalese human rights activists and relatives point to photographs of disappeared persons at an event to mark the International Day of the Disappeared, in Kathmandu, August 30, 2011. 2011 AP Photo/Niranjan Shrestha (Geneva) β TheNepal government should urgently heed the demands of conflict victims and amend the process for appointing commissioners to the countryβs two transitional justice bodies,...
Published on: May 12, 2025 | Source:Chinaβs first Corgi police dog causes stir after snatching sausage from child while on duty
While Fuzai has participated in major events like the Weifang International Kite Festival and gained over 400,000 followers online, his career has been marked by playful mishaps.
Published on: May 12, 2025 | Source:Saudi Arabian oil giant Aramco takes hit due to lagging oil prices
Saudi Arabia has also pledged to invest hundreds of billions in the US over the course of Donald Trump's second term.
Published on: May 12, 2025 | Source:Millennial entrepreneur raised $2 million for a money-saving app for immigrants
Nina Mohanty, a 32-year-old fintech entrepreneur, says Bloom Money is a "fight for a more diverse formal financial system."
Published on: May 12, 2025 | Source:Rwanda: Auditor General Kamuhire On Recovery of Wasted Funds, Preventing Losses
[New Times] Auditor General Alexis Kamuhire, on Tuesday, May 6, presented to Parliament his report on public finance management and use for the fiscal year ended June 30, 2024.
Published on: May 12, 2025 | Source:Malawi: Chaos, Accusations, and Courtroom Battles - Mzuzu High Court to Rule On Explosive MCP Primaries Dispute
[Nyasa Times] A political inferno is raging in Mzimba Central as the fate of a disputed Malawi Congress Party (MCP) primary election now lies in the hands of the Mzuzu High Court -- after violence, backdoor maneuvers, and bitter accusations shook the party to its core.
Published on: May 12, 2025 | Source:Nigeria: Journalist or Just a Blogger? Why That Question Misses the Point, By Joshua Olufemi
[Premium Times] Nine years ago, we were on the verge of launching the NextGen Journalism programme. This initiative emerged from our examination of what mass communication students were being taught in the classroom, which revealed a significant gap that would hinder their competitiveness in the job market. To address this issue, we decided to refine the educational process. We gathered seven lecturers from different...
Published on: May 12, 2025 | Source:Liberia: Koffa Resigns Today
[Liberian Observer] In a dramatic turn of events at the Capitol today, Speaker J. Fonati Koffa informed the Rule of Law Caucus of the House of Representatives that he will step down as Speaker of the 55th National Legislature, effective 12 noon on Monday, May 12, 2025.
Published on: May 12, 2025 | Source:US-China tariff truce gives Asia time and space to reset
The US and China have agreed to sharply lower tariffs for the next 90 days, offering a crucial pause in a trade war that is straining global supply chains and testing the patience of capital markets. The deal, struck in Geneva, Switzerland, and announced on Monday (May 12), cuts US tariffs on Chinese goods from [β¦] The post US-China tariff truce gives Asia time and space to reset appeared first on Asia Times.
Published on: May 12, 2025 | Source:U.S. and China agree to slash most tariffs for 90 days
U.S. and Chinese officials said Monday they had reached a deal to roll back most of their recent tariffs and call a 90-day truce in their trade war for more talks on resolving their trade disputes.
Published on: May 12, 2025 | Source:Tricky portfolios and rising stars: the biggest moves in Albaneseβs cabinet reshuffle
Here are the most important changes β among almost two dozen β in Laborβs ministry reshuffleFull federal election results: live Australian Senate seat countSee our full coverage of the Australian electionGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastPromotions, sideways moves, opportunities for rising stars and a few unsavoury dumpings β all features of Anthony Albaneseβs new ministry to lead Australia...
Published on: May 12, 2025 | Source:Buddhist statue stolen from Japanese temple returned from South Korea after 13 years
The stolen relicβs return highlights the easing of tensions between the nations.
Published on: May 12, 2025 | Source:No βconfirmed second termβ for Malaysian PM Anwar, minister warns, as party rift widens
Economy Minister Rafizi Ramli says PKR has squandered its clean image, amid nepotism claims linked to moves to promote Anwarβs daughter.
Published on: May 12, 2025 | Source:Northeastern States Unveil New Grid Planning Strategy in Attempt to Regain Control Over Energy Future
Maryland and eight other Northeastern states last month released a first-of-its-kind transmission action plan. Experts view it as a direct response to years of frustration with regional grid operators over stalled clean energy projects and surging electricity costs that states say undercut their climate mandates and reflect the outsized influence of private utility interests. Known [β¦]
Published on: May 12, 2025 | Source:Should Pittsburghβs Water Stay Public? Residents Will Get to Vote on It
PITTSBURGH, Pa.βIn a state where far more people get their drinking water from private companies than the national average, Pittsburgh voters will decide this month whether to ensure their water and sewer service remains publicly owned and operated. The referendum, on the ballot as part of the May 20 mayoral primary elections, would amend the [β¦]
Published on: May 12, 2025 | Source:Trump defends controversial gift of jet from Qatar
US media have reported that the Trump administration is set to accept a new Air Force One from Qatar as a gift. Trump has called the deal a "transparent transaction," but critics point to likely conflicts of interest.
Published on: May 12, 2025 | Source:Africa: All of Africa Today - May 12, 2025
[allAfrica] Embattled Liberian House Speaker Set To Step Down
Published on: May 12, 2025 | Source:Queensland Labor expels MP after LNP raises domestic violence allegations
Member for Stafford Jimmy Sullivan responds with defiant statement accusing Labor MPs of βcheap political moveβ against himGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastQueensland Labor has voted to expel one of its members from caucus in a move labelled βunprecedentedβ by the state partyβs leader, Steven Miles.The member for Stafford, Jimmy Sullivan, was subsequently ejected from the Labor party entirely...
Published on: May 12, 2025 | Source:Singaporean actress Eleanor Lee denies βidiotβ Chinese comment: βdefinitely not what I saidβ
Eleanor Lee addresses a leaked audio controversy, denying derogatory remarks about Chinese nationals, expressing gratitude for her career in China.
Published on: May 12, 2025 | Source:Chinaβs long, nagging property market downturn nears stabilisation: analysts
S&P says primary home prices this year are set to drop 1 per cent nationwide, coupled with a 2 per cent fall in primary sales volume.
Published on: May 12, 2025 | Source:Modi warns India monitoring Pakistan closely
In his first remarks after the ceasefire between India and Pakistan, the Prime Minister promised strong retaliation for future attacks. Meanwhile, military officials held talks regarding the ceasefire.
Published on: May 12, 2025 | Source:View from The Hill: Albanese shifts Tanya Plibersek from environment, in favour of βcan-doβ Murray Watt
The prime ministerβs new cabinet dumps a couple, promotes others and leaves some holding political short straws.
Published on: May 12, 2025 | Source:Albania and Montenegro could join the EU before the others, Costa tells Euronews
Expanding to the Western Balkans is once again one of the EU's priorities, European Council President AntΓ³nio Costa told Euronews in an interview. He begins a tour of the region on Tuesday.
Published on: May 12, 2025 | Source:Making Math Class Relevant to Real Life
From focusing more on careers to connecting with computer science, K-12 math instruction is changing. How are publishers and experts thinking about ...
Published on: May 12, 2025 | Source:Iran and US conclude fourth round of nuclear talks
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said the talks were productive but said uranium enrichment will continue and is non-negotiable.
Published on: May 12, 2025 | Source:US and China announce substantial reductions in tariffs for 90 days
The US and China agreed to lower tariffs for 90 days on Monday, as the worldβs two biggest economies attempt to cool an escalating trade war.
Published on: May 12, 2025 | Source:Senegal: Senegal Strengthens Continental Leadership with Launch of Flagship Agriculture Initiative
[Africa Food Systems] Senegal launches its Community Agricultural Cooperative (CAC) during Africa Food Systems Forum 2025 launch event, setting the stage for community-led agricultural transformation Senegal's youthful leadership positions the country as a catalyst for food systems innovation and sovereignty AFS Forum 2025 will convene over 6,000 stakeholders from 29 August to 5 September 2025 in Dakar, Senegal under...
Published on: May 12, 2025 | Source:South Africa: White South Africans Leave for U.S. Under Trump Refugee Plan
[DW] White South Africans make up around 7% of the country's population. But they still own some 78% of private farmland in South Africa and have about 20 times the wealth of Black South Africans.
Published on: May 12, 2025 | Source:US, China to slash tariffs for 90 days
Washington's top trade representative said the two superpowers had agreed to halt new import levies for at least 90 days. The trade war between the two countries had made economic repercussions around the world.
Published on: May 12, 2025 | Source:Addicted: Why sugar is 'extremely dangerous' for your health
Sugar lights up parts of the brain that make us feel good, but also causes addiction. Here's why it's bad and how to avoid a sugar addiction.
Published on: May 12, 2025 | Source:Why sugar is 'extremely dangerous' for your health
Sugar lights up parts of the brain that make us feel good, but also causes addiction. Is sugar the new tobacco?
Published on: May 12, 2025 | Source:Quantum computers could crack satellite security codes
Satellites are the invisible backbone of modern life. They guide airplanes, help us find our way with GPS, deliver TV and internet, and even help emergency services respond to disasters. But a new kind of computer β quantum computers β could put all of this at risk. Quantum computers are not just faster versions of [β¦] The post Quantum computers could crack satellite security codes appeared first on Asia Times.
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