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Upstate N.Y. tourism operators offering discounts to win back Canadians

More than retaliatory counter tariffs, an informal Canadian visitor boycott is hurting American border communities whose economies rely in part on Canadian visitors and cross-border supply chains. Tourism operators in Upstate New York are hoping special discounts can win them back.

Published on: May 10, 2025 | Source: CBC News - Canada favicon CBC News - Canada

Foreigners have flocked to 'welcoming' Portugal. Why is it expelling migrants now?

With its warm climate, comparatively affordable living and rich culture,Portugal has long appealed to visitors, whether it's for a vacationor a more permanent move. So the government's plans to expel some 18,000 foreigners living in the country without authorization may seemlike a sudden shift.

Published on: May 10, 2025 | Source: CBC News - Canada favicon CBC News - Canada

Temperatures in Hong Kong set to drop to 19 degrees on Motherโ€™s Day

Observatory says cold front over the northern part of southern China is moving southwards gradually.

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

Government to โ€˜be its own judgeโ€™: Hong Kong harbour fighter weighs challenge

Society for Protection of the Harbourโ€™s 85-year-old founder has called for final effort to oppose legal changes before organisation closes.

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

Netanyahuโ€™s war choices fuel discord in Israel over captivesโ€™ fate in Gaza

Israeli reservists increasingly refuse duty, citing exhaustion from repeated tours supporting a war with no clear end.

Published on: May 10, 2025 | Source: Al Jazeera Middle East favicon Al Jazeera Middle East

After Israelโ€™s bombs, Nabatiehโ€™s Monday Market revives itself once again

Nabatieh's weekly market was destroyed in Israel's war on Lebanon, but vendors and customers are returning.

Published on: May 10, 2025 | Source: Al Jazeera Middle East favicon Al Jazeera Middle East

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

Chinaโ€™s security system urged to handle duties with โ€˜passionโ€™ as pressures mount

As external tensions weigh on Chinaโ€™s internal stability, security chiefs warn against โ€˜inadequaciesโ€™ 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 cardinalโ€™s insight into secretive Vatican conclave

Australiaโ€™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 podcastAustraliaโ€™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

Chinaโ€™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)โ€”a proxy of the UN Security Council-designated terrorist organization Lashkar-e-Tayyiba (LeT)โ€”claimed responsibility for the terror attack in Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir that killed 26. The attack [โ€ฆ] The post Time to punish...

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

Poland presidential election โ€”ย is Tusk's lacklustre record undermining his candidate?

Polandโ€™s presidential election promises to be a close call, with frontrunner Rafaล‚ 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 โ€“ 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 Koreaโ€™s conservative party swaps presidential candidate in โ€˜overnight political coupโ€™

South Koreaโ€™s conservative party nullified its primary and replaced presidential candidate Kim Moon-soo with former PM Han Duck-soo a week after Kimโ€™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

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

West London group inspired by international โ€˜forest medicineโ€™ movement takes referrals from local GPs

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

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

The Hellโ€™s Kitchen room that monitors every subway train in New York

Under threat from the Trump administration, the MTAโ€™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

Why travel didnโ€™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 rise of EV salary sacrifice: is it right for you?

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

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

George Simion, Romaniaโ€™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

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

France grapples with MeToo legacy ahead of Gรฉrard Depardieu verdict

Actor accused of groping women decries โ€˜terrorโ€™ 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. Itโ€™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