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Pink Floyd at Pompeii: What are the greatest live albums of all time?

This week saw the first official release on vinyl of Pink Floyd's legendary 1971 set played in Pompeii - showing to what extent the British band were once one of the greatest live acts in the world. With so many great live albums out there, we give you our Top 10 greatest live recordings.

Published on: May 10, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

China’s security system urged to handle duties with ‘passion’ as pressures mount

As external tensions weigh on China’s internal stability, security chiefs warn against ‘inadequacies’ in law enforcement and justice system.

Published on: May 10, 2025 | Source: South China Morning Post favicon South China Morning Post

As Philippines reels from fatal crashes, road safety overhaul calls mount

From unlicensed drivers to substandard infrastructure, the deadly aftermath of recent crashes is forcing a reckoning on Philippine roads.

Published on: May 10, 2025 | Source: South China Morning Post favicon South China Morning Post

Arab countries hope for big US business amid Gaza war

US President Trump will visit Saudi Arabia, Qatar and the United Arab Emirates from May 13-16. Much is at stake for the US and regional leaders seeking to boost ties while walking a tightrope over Gaza, Israel and Iran.

Published on: May 10, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

Why India and Pakistan are locked in a new military conflict

After a militant attack on tourists in Kashmir, New Delhi launched strikes on its neighbour

Published on: May 10, 2025 | Source: Financial Times - World favicon Financial Times - World

No phones, lots of prayer: Australian cardinal’s insight into secretive Vatican conclave

Australia’s sole representative at recently concluded conclave in Rome says electing new pope nothing like the Hollywood film ConclaveAustralia news live: latest politics and federal election updatesGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastAustralia’s highest-ranking Catholic has provided a rare insight into the process of electing the new pope, describing the secretive conclave as the highlight of...

Published on: May 10, 2025 | Source: Guardian Australia favicon Guardian Australia

China’s hit spy drama The Secret Path gets real-life tips from top security agency

Guided by state security experts, the series shines glam spotlight on counter-espionage tactics amid national security education drive.

Published on: May 10, 2025 | Source: South China Morning Post favicon South China Morning Post

Thai funeral home worker takes gold teeth from cremated ashes, melts them into gold bars

Employee insists long-standing practice is entirely legal, done with full consent of families of deceased.

Published on: May 10, 2025 | Source: South China Morning Post favicon South China Morning Post

Time to punish Pakistan as a global terror hub

On April 16, Pakistani Army Chief General Asim Munir delivered a provocative and communally charged address that raised serious concerns at the time. Five days later, The Resistance Front (TRF)—a proxy of the UN Security Council-designated terrorist organization Lashkar-e-Tayyiba (LeT)—claimed responsibility for the terror attack in Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir that killed 26. The attack […] The post Time to punish...

Published on: May 10, 2025 | Source: Asia Times favicon Asia Times

Poland presidential election — is Tusk's lacklustre record undermining his candidate?

Poland’s presidential election promises to be a close call, with frontrunner Rafał Trzaskowski from Donald Tusk's Civic Platform struggling to maintain his lead against a growing challenge from Karol Nawrocki, backed by the right-wing Law and Justice (PiS). But the result is crucial for the government to continue with reforms after years of PiS rule.

Published on: May 10, 2025 | Source: EU Observer favicon EU Observer

Booking for Eurovision in Basel? Brace for sky-high accommodation prices

According to the song contest organisers, visitors from 80 countries around the globe will be in the audience for the live event.

Published on: May 10, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Brussels, my love? Merz' term in Germany started with a bang - can he recover?

In this edition of our weekly talk show, panelists discuss the new coalition government in Germany, the presidential election in Romania and the aftermath of the power outage in southwestern Europe.

Published on: May 10, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Latest news bulletin | May 10th – Morning

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 10, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Are you saving smartly? Top pension advice experts want you to hear

Not sure where to start with your pension? Euronews asks experts for their top tips when it comes to building a UK retirement plan.

Published on: May 10, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

No water, no power - Port Sudan reeling after week of attacks

The city, which has escaped the worst of the civil war, has been targeted in a series of bombardments.

Published on: May 10, 2025 | Source: BBC Africa favicon BBC Africa

South Korea’s conservative party swaps presidential candidate in ‘overnight political coup’

South Korea’s conservative party nullified its primary and replaced presidential candidate Kim Moon-soo with former PM Han Duck-soo a week after Kim’s selection.

Published on: May 10, 2025 | Source: South China Morning Post favicon South China Morning Post

Africa: African Development Bank Executive Director Calls for 'New Development Compact' At Africa-Caribbean Infrastructure Forum

[African Development Bank (AfDB)] African Development Bank Group Executive Director Rufus N. Darkortey delivered a compelling call to action for countries across Africa and the Caribbean to "reimagine economic growth" through bold and innovative homegrown solutions during a keynote address at the Africa-Caribbean Infrastructure Forum last month.

Published on: May 10, 2025 | Source: AllAfrica favicon AllAfrica

Slovak protesters condemn PM Robert Fico's Moscow visit to meet Russian President Vladimir Putin

Thousands of protesters gathered in Freedom Square in the capital, Bratislava, to voice their objection to PM Fico and oppose his anti-Europe, pro-Russian policies.

Published on: May 10, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

The rise of EV salary sacrifice: is it right for you?

The scheme cuts the cost of car leasing significantly — but watch for any side effects for your pension

Published on: May 10, 2025 | Source: Financial Times - World favicon Financial Times - World

Why travel didn’t bring the world together

As people go abroad more, nationalism has surged

Published on: May 10, 2025 | Source: Financial Times - World favicon Financial Times - World

The Hell’s Kitchen room that monitors every subway train in New York

Under threat from the Trump administration, the MTA’s high-tech nerve centre is focused on keeping the city moving

Published on: May 10, 2025 | Source: Financial Times - World favicon Financial Times - World

What the turmoil in Asian currencies tells us

The really big risks to the dollar remain US geopolitical and policy errors

Published on: May 10, 2025 | Source: Financial Times - World favicon Financial Times - World

Charity pioneers nature therapy as cost-effective approach to mental illness

West London group inspired by international ‘forest medicine’ movement takes referrals from local GPs

Published on: May 10, 2025 | Source: Financial Times - World favicon Financial Times - World

The Englishman who invented haute couture

Charles Frederick Worth was the designer who created fashion as we know it

Published on: May 10, 2025 | Source: Financial Times - World favicon Financial Times - World

When it comes to backing winners, the UK is not snooker loopy enough

Successful British sports, like our top companies, need support to stay and bolster growth

Published on: May 10, 2025 | Source: Financial Times - World favicon Financial Times - World

George Simion, Romania’s ultranationalist president in waiting

The former football hooligan has tapped into public disgust at the political establishment

Published on: May 10, 2025 | Source: Financial Times - World favicon Financial Times - World

France grapples with MeToo legacy ahead of Gérard Depardieu verdict

Actor accused of groping women decries ‘terror’ as cultural sector faces claims of endemic sexism and abuse

Published on: May 10, 2025 | Source: Financial Times - World favicon Financial Times - World

How Trump weaponises uncertainty

Keeping your opponents guessing can be an effective strategy for politicians. It’s also a double-edged one, writes trader-turned-neuroscientist John Coates

Published on: May 10, 2025 | Source: Financial Times - World favicon Financial Times - World

The duty-free island trying to lure Chinese shoppers amid the trade war

Hainan, a tropical island in southern China, has special customs policies allowing shops to maintain low prices even amid sky-high tariffs.

Published on: May 10, 2025 | Source: South China Morning Post favicon South China Morning Post

Taiwan’s Lai accused of ignoring Japanese invasion of China with VE Day speech

Opposition lawmakers and historians challenge the Taiwanese leader’s remarks, which were also denounced by Beijing.

Published on: May 10, 2025 | Source: South China Morning Post favicon South China Morning Post

Indonesia is the world’s ‘most-flourishing’ country. What does that mean?

Harvard researchers claim first-ever study measures factors that go beyond wealth, and is more encompassing than usual world happiness surveys.

Published on: May 10, 2025 | Source: South China Morning Post favicon South China Morning Post

Swamp Notes: Trump takes on higher ed

President Donald Trump is in an ongoing standoff with the Ivy League. Other universities may be next

Published on: May 10, 2025 | Source: Financial Times - World favicon Financial Times - World

India and Pakistan: a conflict in the hands of two religious strongmen

Indian leader Narendra Modi and Pakistan’s army chief Asim Munir both believe they are fighting a just war against a sworn enemy

Published on: May 10, 2025 | Source: Financial Times - World favicon Financial Times - World

Rohit Sharma: Indian cricket star who made batting look like art

One of India's modern-day greats steps away from Test cricket, leaving a significant void.

Published on: May 10, 2025 | Source: BBC Asia favicon BBC Asia

Classical music hits an air pocket in China

“China’s piano boom has gone quietly bust,” critic Norman Lebrecht wrote last month. “New piano sales in China are thought to be down to half of the peak 400,000 and the resale value has plummeted. An upright piano bought at 50,000 RMB fetches less than one-tenth of the purchase price in online sales sites.” New […] The post Classical music hits an air pocket in China appeared first on Asia Times.

Published on: May 10, 2025 | Source: Asia Times favicon Asia Times