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Source: South China Morning Post – World ·
GeopoliticsVietnam’s US$5 billion Apec island is running out of time
Ahead of next year’s Apec summit, Vietnam has a grand plan to transform Phu Quoc, its largest island, into Southeast Asia’s leading conference and exhibition hub. The 137 trillion…
Source: South China Morning Post – World ·
GeopoliticsWoman, 76, became China’s oldest mum giving birth to twins at 60 after enduring family tragedies
A 76-year-old woman once dubbed China’s oldest mother of twins has returned to the spotlight after a photographic series chronicling her life recently won an international award. …
Source: South China Morning Post – World ·
GeopoliticsHong Kong’s MPF authority flags fraudulent certificates in early pension payouts
Hong Kong’s Mandatory Provident Fund Schemes Authority (MPFA) is stepping up efforts to detect fraudulent certificates used for early withdrawal of pension contributions after two…
Source: South China Morning Post – World ·
GeopoliticsIn a world of chaos, China signals that stability is possible
Three polls firmly caught my attention over the past month or so. Each was conducted by a different outlet and addressed different questions. However, taken together, they tell on…
Source: South China Morning Post – World ·
GeopoliticsFresh concepts lift Hong Kong retail property as tourists and consumers return
Hong Kong’s retail property market is gradually building momentum as spending and confidence of consumers and tourists return, according to analysts. Unlike the city’s past peak r…
Source: South China Morning Post – World ·
GeopoliticsWhat do China’s plans for ‘comprehensive’ new AI law mean for future of technology?
China has confirmed for the first time that it is drawing up a “comprehensive law” on artificial intelligence. Industry insiders said the move showed China had accumulated enough …
Source: South China Morning Post – World ·
GeopoliticsIndonesia pushes back after Chinese business group complains tougher rules hurt investors
Chinese businesses in Indonesia have issued an unusually blunt warning to President Prabowo Subianto that a wave of tougher rules is hurting investor confidence, exposing growing …
Source: South China Morning Post – World ·
GeopoliticsSwatch-Audemars Piguet watch launch ignites global chaos, tear gas fired in Paris
The launch of limited edition Swatch watches descended into chaos on Saturday in several European cities and New York, with French police firing tear gas to restore order at one s…
Source: South China Morning Post – World ·
GeopoliticsReality deficit: how South Korea lost the plot on AI
The young woman in the stands simply sighed, turned her head and sat there, looking impossibly composed, while 15 million strangers fell briefly in love with someone who had never…
Source: South China Morning Post – World ·
GeopoliticsHong Kong’s iconic Bank of China Tower opens in 1990 – SCMP archive
Acrimony set aside at Tower festivities By Goeffrey Crothall This article was first published on May 18, 1990 Leaders of politics, finance and commerce from Hongkong and China con…
Source: Al Jazeera – News ·
GeopoliticsMan City beat Chelsea in FA Cup final to keep treble dream alive
Premier League chasing Manchester City beat Chelsea 1-0 in tense FA Cup final at Wembley to follow up League Cup win.
Source: Al Jazeera – News ·
GeopoliticsSudanese army captures key town near Ethiopian border from RSF
Sudan’s army says it retook a vital town in southeastern Blue Nile state and inflicted heavy losses on the RSF.
Source: Al Jazeera – News ·
GeopoliticsAl Jazeera’s exclusive report from the Strait of Hormuz
Heavy ship traffic and rising regional tensions over one of the world’s most critical energy routes.
Source: Al Jazeera – News ·
GeopoliticsUK ex-health minister says will run to replace Prime Minister Keir Starmer
Pressure mounts on Starmer's government, as Labour rivals including recently resigned Wes Streeting circle.
Source: Al Jazeera – News ·
GeopoliticsPalestinian President Abbas casts vote in decisive Fatah elections
Internal Fatah leadership elections take place amid questions of who will eventually succeed the 90-year-old leader.
Source: Al Jazeera – News ·
GeopoliticsThousands march in central London to mark 78th Nakba anniversary
Thousands of protesters marched through central London on Saturday to mark the 78th anniversary of the Nakba
Source: Al Jazeera – News ·
GeopoliticsDRC health minister warns ‘very high’ Ebola lethality rate as toll hits 80
Africa CDC concerned that outbreak of Bundibugyo strain could spread rapidly due to intense population movement.
Source: Al Jazeera – News ·
GeopoliticsSpanish Foreign Minister on Spain’s clash with the Trump administration
Jose Manuel Albares speaks to Redi Tlhabi about Spain’s commitment to international law and relations with the US.
Source: Al Jazeera – News ·
GeopoliticsFrancesca Albanese on Israeli sexual violence suffered by Palestinians
Francesca Albanese speaks to Redi Tlhabi about sexual violence suffered by Palestinians at the hands of Israeli forces.
Source: Al Jazeera – News ·
GeopoliticsAccident kills eight people in Thailand raising questions of rail safety
Devastating railway accident in Bangkok kills at least eight people. And an investigation is underway.
Source: Al Jazeera – News ·
GeopoliticsLatvia’s president asks opposition leader to form new government
If opposition leader Kulbergs were to form a government, the cabinet lineup would need to be approved by parliament.
Source: Al Jazeera – News ·
GeopoliticsTens of thousands join far-right rally in central London
Tens of thousands marched through central London on Saturday at a far-right rally led by activist Tommy Robinson
Source: Al Jazeera – News ·
GeopoliticsIn response to Trump, Taiwan says it is ‘sovereign and independent’
Taiwan says it will maintain 'status quo' and deepen ties with the US after Trump meets with China's Xi Jinping.
Source: Al Jazeera – News ·
GeopoliticsCan new Pakistan-Afghanistan tensions lead to another border clash?
Both sides target each other despite a pause in fighting mediated in March.
Source: Al Jazeera – News ·
GeopoliticsThousands protest at Eurovision final as five countries boycott over Israel
Spain, Ireland, Iceland, Slovenia and Netherlands all withdrew in protest against Israel's participation amid Gaza war.
Source: Al Jazeera – News ·
GeopoliticsBolivian army attempts to clear roads after 11 days of protests
Military police in Bolivia arrested demonstrators, and used tear gas to disrupt road blockades after 11 days of protests
Source: Al Jazeera – News ·
GeopoliticsTaiwan says it is an independent nation after Trump arms sale remarks
Taiwan stressed that it is a “sovereign and independent” nation
Source: Al Jazeera – News ·
GeopoliticsPoll shows Lula and Bolsonaro tied before Brazil’s presidential election
Right-wing challenger Flavio Bolsonaro faces new scrutiny over a film funding scandal, which could affect the race.
Source: Al Jazeera – News ·
GeopoliticsTwo presidential campaign staffers killed in Colombia as elections near
Rights office says the violence could hinder 'exercise of political rights' ahead of May vote to replace Gustavo Petro.
Source: Al Jazeera – News ·
GeopoliticsGerman police assault protesters at Nakba anniversary rally
German police hit and pepper-spray protesters as thousands gathered in Berlin to mark the 78th anniversary of the Nakba.
Source: Al Jazeera – News ·
GeopoliticsBolivia launches early-morning crackdown on roadblocks outside La Paz
The government of Rodrigo Paz has sent about 3,500 soldiers and police to clear protesters demanding his resignation.
Source: Al Jazeera – News ·
GeopoliticsIran war live: Tehran plans tolls in Hormuz; Trump warns of ‘very bad time’
Iran to reveal its plan for Strait of Hormuz soon as Israel attacks Lebanon and Gaza, killing and wounding dozens.
Source: Al Jazeera – News ·
GeopoliticsIraq’s new PM Ali al-Zaidi formally takes over
Iraq’s new prime minister Ali al‑Zaidi has formally taken office in Baghdad, pledging reforms.
Source: Al Jazeera – News ·
GeopoliticsTunisians rally amid economic crisis and political arrests
Hundreds of Tunisians have marched through the capital to denounce a worsening economic crisis and crackdown on dissent.
Source: Al Jazeera – News ·
GeopoliticsActivists troll far-right UK rally with giant pro-immigration clip
Led By Donkeys has snuck a big screen streaming pro-immigration messages into a far-right rally in the UK.
Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) – World ·
GeopoliticsChina, US, Israel compete in fast-growing laser weapons race
More Gulf states are turning to laser weapons to combat drones in the Iran war. Israel even loaned the UAE theirs. But do they actually work?
Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) – World ·
GeopoliticsTaiwan urges Trump to advance arms deal after China summit
Taiwan reminded the US of its commitment to provide it with arms after the US president warned the democratic, self-governing island against formally declaring independence in the…
Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) – World ·
GeopoliticsUS: New York's Long Island railway workers go on strike
Nearly 300,000 passengers rely on the LIRR daily to travel between New York City, its boroughs and suburban Long Island.
Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) – World ·
Geopolitics'From collection to connection': How museums are redefining themselves
Gone are the days when museums were just places to see art and artifacts. On International Museum Day, DW looks at how museums are becoming unique spaces of community engagement a…
Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) – World ·
GeopoliticsStudy: Immigrants disadvantaged in German housing market
The German housing market crisis is deepening social inequality. Newcomers in particular are struggling to find affordable housing — with consequences for integration, education, …
Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) – World ·
GeopoliticsMiddle East updates: Big crowds at Nakba Day rally in London
Big crowds have gathered in London to mark Nakba Day. Meanwhile, Iran's state TV reports that European countries are discussing the safe transit of ships through the Strait of Hor…
Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) – World ·
GeopoliticsUK far-right group stages anti-immigration protest in London
Far-right activist Tommy Robinson gathered thousands in London, urging them to "get involved" or "lose their country forever."
Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) – World ·
GeopoliticsThailand: Bangkok rail crossing collision kills at least 8
A collision between a freight train and a bus occurred in downtown Bangkok. Fatal road accidents are not uncommon in Thailand.
Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) – World ·
GeopoliticsCould Romania and Moldova reunite?
Moldovan leader Maia Sandu and her Romanian counterpart Nicusor Dan want to reunite their countries. Is that a realistic scenario?
Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) – World ·
GeopoliticsGermany gets ahead in the new space race
German companies of all sizes and all over the country are developing satellites and space applications. They want to be part of the lucrative industry, which is increasingly cruc…
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