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Ukraine labels Russian ceasefire a farce after reports of hundreds of violations

A three-day truce was called by Vladimir Putin ahead of Russia's World War Two Victory Day celebrations.

Published on: May 08, 2025 | Source: BBC Europe favicon BBC Europe

The EU has simply abandoned human rights in Tunisia

37 Tunisian lawyers and opposition figures have been given prison sentences of up to 66 years for conspiracy against state security and terrorism, for offences such as meeting with European diplomats like the French and Italian ambassadors, writes Human Rights Watch.

Published on: May 08, 2025 | Source: EU Observer favicon EU Observer

Bank of England cuts interest rates: Here's what it means for your money

The Bank of England's interest rate cut is likely to bring relief to borrowers, businesses and hard-pressed consumers across the country.

Published on: May 08, 2025 | Source: CNBC International favicon CNBC International

Romanian presidential candidates spar over the war in Ukraine, in Euronews Romaniaโ€™s fiery debate

The two candidates chose Euronews Romania for their decisive, three-hour debate in the crucial election race โ€” a political thriller after a dramatic vote annulment in December and with the future of NATOโ€™s eastern flank nation in the balance.

Published on: May 08, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Bank of England cuts main interest rate as US tariffs threaten growth

The 25 basis point cut to 4.25% was widely expected by economists.

Published on: May 08, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Somalia: Somalia's National Consultative Council Strikes New Deal On Security and Elections

[Shabelle] Mogadishu -- Somalia's National Consultative Council (NCC) on Wednesday night announced a new political understanding and renewed cooperation on national security and electoral processes following a multi-day summit in the capital, Mogadishu.

Published on: May 08, 2025 | Source: AllAfrica favicon AllAfrica

Thailand suspends 2 doctors over ex-PM Thaksinโ€™s hospital stay

The doctors were involved in issuing medical certificates for Thaksin, with supposed discrepancies between their reports and his condition.

Published on: May 08, 2025 | Source: South China Morning Post favicon South China Morning Post

Iran denies involvement in alleged terror plot against Israel's UK embassy

Five Iranian nationals were arrested on Saturday over a suspected plan to attack 'a specific premises'.

Published on: May 08, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

'The league of farmers?' How PSG and Inter defied the odds

The Champions League final will not feature an English, German or Spanish side for the first time in 21 years.

Published on: May 08, 2025 | Source: BBC Europe favicon BBC Europe

The rotting, aging silos housing Americaโ€™s nukes

Crumbling missile silos are forcing a multibillion-dollar rethink of how, where and whether to base the next generation of US nuclear weapons. This month, multiple media outlets reported that the US Air Force now expects to construct predominantly new silos for the LGM-35A Sentinel intercontinental ballistic missile (ICBM) system, abandoning plans to reuse 55-year-old Minuteman [โ€ฆ] The post The rotting, aging silos...

Published on: May 08, 2025 | Source: Asia Times favicon Asia Times

Ireland asks Eurovision host EBU for discussion over Israelโ€™s involvement

Irish national broadcaster RTร‰ director general said he was "appalled by the ongoing events in the Middle East and by the horrific impact on civilians in Gaza, and the fate of Israeli hostages."

Published on: May 08, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Israel PM 'uncertain' over condition of three Gaza hostages

Benjamin Netanyahu said he knew "with certainty" that 21 hostages were alive but the status of "three more" were unclear.

Published on: May 08, 2025 | Source: BBC Middle East favicon BBC Middle East

South Korean border town fights North Koreaโ€™s sinister sound assault with noise map

North Korea has been broadcasting sinister noises almost daily from loudspeakers along the border since July, when tensions between the neighbours intensified.

Published on: May 08, 2025 | Source: South China Morning Post favicon South China Morning Post

Grattan on Friday: Bitter struggle in Liberals for likely poisoned chalice, as Jacinta Price defects from Nationals

With both the Liberals and Greens now leaderless, the race is on to refresh the leadership before the new parliament sits.

Published on: May 08, 2025 | Source: The Conversation (Australia) favicon The Conversation (Australia)

Second Black Smoke at the Conclave: The World Still Awaits a New Pope

The second black smoke emerged this Thursday from the Sistine Chapel, indicating that the cardinals have yet to reach a consensus to elect the successor of Pope Francis in the conclave that began on May 7. Related: Cardinals Begin Day 2: Vatican Conclave Continues Search for Next Pope Since May 7, cardinals gathered in the [โ€ฆ]

Published on: May 08, 2025 | Source: Telesur English favicon Telesur English

Indian border cities sound blackout sirens

Pakistan has said Indian drone strikes killed one civilian, while adding it intercepted dozens of more drones. India, in turn, said it had "neutralized" a Pakistani attempt to hit military targets.

Published on: May 08, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

Romaniaโ€™s nationalist candidate reaches out to Orban and Hungarian minority

Romaniaโ€™s Hungarians voted against hard-right candidate George Simion in the first round of the presidential elections, but in a Euronews and Euronews Romania exclusive, Simion appears to offer them an olive branch as the decisive voting day looms.

Published on: May 08, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

North Korea carries out short-range missile test, says Seoul

Thursday's launch may have tested the performance of weapons Pyongyang intends to export, according to the South Korean military.

Published on: May 08, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Dรญaz-Canel Highlights the Heroic Role of the USSR in the Great Victory Against Fascism on its 80th Anniversary

In an exclusive interview for Cubavisiรณn and RT in Spanish, Cuban President Miguel Dรญaz-Canel reaffirms that the Soviet Union saved humanity from fascism and denounces attempts to distort history. Related: Cuban President Diaz-Canel Highlights Biotech Cooperation During Visit to Russia On the occasion of the 80th anniversary of the end of the Great Patriotic War [โ€ฆ]

Published on: May 08, 2025 | Source: Telesur English favicon Telesur English

In Pictures: Final five designs shortlisted for Queen Elizabeth II national memorial

A final shortlist of designs for the national memorial to Queen Elizabeth II have been unveiled. The competition has been hailed as one of the most significant design initiatives in modern British history. The final design is expected to be revealed in 2026.

Published on: May 08, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Pakistan says it shot down 25 drones fired by India

Pakistan said on Thursday it shot down 25 drones from India in its airspace, while India said it "neutralized" Pakistan's attempts to strike military targets with drones and missiles, as fighting spread between the nuclear-armed neighbours.

Published on: May 08, 2025 | Source: CBC News - Canada favicon CBC News - Canada

Why local assemblies of bishops could revolutionise the conclave

The synod-based transformation of the church that will influence the conclave could become a test of the integrity of 21st century Catholicism.

Published on: May 08, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Toward a Purpose of Transformation: A Conversation with Dimple Abichandani

A conversation on transforming philanthropy with author and philanthropic leader Dimple Abichandani.

Published on: May 08, 2025 | Source: Nonprofit Quarterly favicon Nonprofit Quarterly

Myanmar quake relief hindered by air strikes, UN funding shortfall: โ€˜junta is in the wayโ€™

Myanmarโ€™s junta is conducting air strikes after a deadly earthquake, despite a ceasefire, while a US$275 million UN aid appeal has received only US$34 million.

Published on: May 08, 2025 | Source: South China Morning Post favicon South China Morning Post

Trumpโ€™s policies under fire as more businesses blame US than China for trade war: report

The majority of business leaders surveyed believe tariffs are a major threat and that the US should be first to de-escalate.

Published on: May 08, 2025 | Source: South China Morning Post favicon South China Morning Post

Chinese son, 51, attracts admiration for carrying elderly mum on his back in baby sling

Dutiful middle-aged man who takes paralysed 88-year-old mother on special trips suffers back trouble as result of his efforts.

Published on: May 08, 2025 | Source: South China Morning Post favicon South China Morning Post

Beyond Dialogue: Igniting Racial Justice in a Shifting Political Landscape

In Puerto Rico, Black philanthropic executives from the US mainland, Puerto Rico, and the Caribbean came together to build a stronger international racial equity movement.

Published on: May 08, 2025 | Source: Nonprofit Quarterly favicon Nonprofit Quarterly

Latest news bulletin | May 8th โ€“ Midday

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 08, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Watch: Moments past conclaves elected new popes

See the moments previous popes were elected by conclaves past, from 1939 to 2013.

Published on: May 08, 2025 | Source: BBC Europe favicon BBC Europe

In Southern Arizona, Community Opposition to Mining Grows in Towns That Once Depended on the Industry

This story is co-published withArizona Luminaria, a nonprofit newsroom dedicated to community-centered reporting. MAMMOTH, Ariz.โ€”When Hector Denogean Sr. got his first paycheck from his new job at the Christmas copper mine in 1979, he felt like the richest 18-year-old this side of the Galiuro Mountains. His first purchase was a set of vinyl records; six [โ€ฆ]

Published on: May 08, 2025 | Source: Inside Climate News favicon Inside Climate News

Astana hosts major military parade for WWII 80th anniversary

Kazakhstan's President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev led commemorations marking 80 years since the end of World War II with a major military parade in Astana on Wednesday.

Published on: May 08, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Vladimir Putin welcomes China's Xi Jinping in Moscow ahead of Victory Day

The Russian president applauded China and Russia's partnership and called "the combat brotherhood" of the two nations a key pillar to its strategic cooperation, as Moscow's all-out war in Ukraine continues.

Published on: May 08, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Why Gen X is the real loser generation

Donโ€™t cry for millennials or Gen Z. Save your pity for those in their 50s

Published on: May 08, 2025 | Source: Economist - Finance favicon Economist - Finance

Keating savages Albanese and Labor โ€˜factional lightweightsโ€™ after Husic and Dreyfus pushed from cabinet

Former prime minister says dumping of Ed Husic was โ€˜appalling denialโ€™ of his โ€˜diligence and applicationโ€™Get our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastFormer Australian prime minister Paul Keating has savaged Anthony Albanese and โ€œfactional lightweightsโ€ within the Labor party over moves to dump ministers Ed Husic and Mark Dreyfus from cabinet, calling the decision unfair and disrespectful.Jostling between...

Published on: May 08, 2025 | Source: Guardian Australia favicon Guardian Australia

COP30 must heed the elephant in the room: fossil fuelsย 

Oil, gas and coal cause three-quarters of global emissions. Why are they nowhere to be seen on the Belรฉm climate summit's agenda? The post COP30 must heed the elephant in the room: fossil fuels appeared first on Climate Home News.

Published on: May 08, 2025 | Source: Climate Home News favicon Climate Home News