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German ministers demand tough response to political violence

After an attack on a Social Democrat politician in Dresden on Friday, Germany’s state interior ministers have demanded tougher punishments for political violence. German Interior Minister Nancy Faeser and the interior ministers

1 year ago

World

Israel-Hamas war: Israeli team in Cairo to assess truce deal

A team of Israeli officials has arrived in Cairo to continue to assess the truce deal accepted by Hamas, the Israeli prime minister said. Meanwhile, Israeli forces have continued operations in Rafah.

1 year ago

World

Trump hush money trial: Stormy Daniels takes the stand

Adult film star Stormy Daniels has taken the stand to testify at Donald Trump’s hush-money trial in New York on Tuesday. Stormy Daniels, the adult film star at the center of former

1 year ago

World

India elections: Voters line up for third phase of polling

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi is among millions of voters heading to the polls in the third round of India’s mammoth general elections. Polling for the third phase of Indian elections got underway on

1 year ago

Politics

Germany: Noah and Sophia the most popular 2023 baby names

Noah has been the most popular boy’s name in Germany for five years in a row now. Sophia (or Sofia) narrowly dethroned Emilia atop the girls’ list. The list of the top

1 year ago

Society

AfD lawmaker Krah’s offices searched amid spy probe

German investigators have searched the offices of far-right EU lawmaker Maximilian Krah in Brussels. Prosecutors say the searches are in connection with suspected espionage by a former aide accused of working for

1 year ago

Politics

Russia’s Putin sworn in for new six-year term

Russia inaugurated President Vladimir Putin for a fifth term in office. With a firmer grip on power than ever before, the ex-spy has transformed Russia, consolidating his position by silencing political opponents.

1 year ago

Politics

German exports rise unexpectedly high in March

A good demand for German products in the US and China has resulted in a surprisingly high export rate in March. But economic growth in the first quarter remained miniscule. German exports

1 year ago

Business

UK says Defense Ministry targeted in cyberattack

The British Defense Ministry has reported a large-scale cyberattack that targeted the personal information of the UK’s armed forces. Sources say that China is suspected of being involved. The United Kingdom’s government on Tuesday

1 year ago

Politics

FAA opens Boeing probe over possible ‘falsified’ 787 records

The planemaker informed the aviation safety regulator last month that required tests on its 787 aircraft model were not performed. The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) said Monday it had opened an investigation into Boeing after the American

1 year ago

Business

Australia slams China on ‘unacceptable’ conduct in airspace

The Australian PM said a Chinese fighter jet deployed flares in the pathway of an Australian naval helicopter while on a routine flight in the Yellow Sea. Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese

1 year ago

Politics

Boeing Starliner’s first crewed launch to ISS postponed

The Starliner spaceship’s first crewed launch has been called off due to a technical issue. The spaceship had been poised to take astronauts to the International Space Station. After years of delays, Boeing’s

1 year ago

World

Middle East updates: Israeli leaders back Rafah offensive

Benjamin Netanyahu says his War Cabinet has approved a military operation in the southern Gazan city. It came after Hamas announced it had accepted a proposed truce agreement. Jordan’s King Abdullah II

1 year ago

World

Israel observes Holocaust Remembrance Day amid Gaza war

Israel has commemorated the 6 million Jews murdered during the Holocaust. This year’s Holocaust Remembrance Day comes amid the ongoing war in Gaza, where more than 100 Israeli hostages are still being

1 year ago

World

Xi in France pressed on China’s ‘market distortion’

During a visit to Paris, Chinese President Xi Jinping said that Europe remains a policy “priority” for Beijing. Meanwhile, EU Commission President Ursula von der Leyen warned of Chinese oversupply leading to

1 year ago

Politics

Ukraine updates: Russia orders nuclear preparation drills

Russia has announced military exercises near Ukraine that will include deployment drills of tactical nuclear weapons. Meanwhile, six were reported killed in a drone strike on Russia’s Belgorod. Russia said it will

1 year ago

Ukraine

German FM warns of climate threat during Fiji visit

German Foreign Minister Annalena Baerbock said that climate change was “washing the ground out from under people’s feet” in Fiji. The Pacific island nation faces rising sea levels due to global warming.

1 year ago

Politics

German police widen probe after Dresden politician attack

After the attack on a center-left lawmaker in the eastern city of Dresden, police say they have identified and searched the homes of three more teenage suspects. Investigators on Monday said they

1 year ago

World

Panama election: Mulino declared president-elect

Panama’s Supreme Court ruled, just two days before the election, that Jose Raul Mulino was eligible to run. Jose Raul Mulino, the stand-in candidate for disqualified former President Ricardo Martinelli, was declared

1 year ago

Politics

Mexico: 3 bodies found are those of Australian, US surfers

The trio were shot dead during a suspected botched robbery during a surfing trip to Mexico. Authorities found their bodies with bullet wounds to the heads. The bodies of three tourists who

1 year ago

World

French bakers recapture world’s longest baguette title

A crew of French bakers on Sunday dethroned Italy with a new world record by creating a 140-meter-long baguette. When finished, the national symbol was donated to feed the homeless. An 18-member

1 year ago

Arts & Entertainment

Lando Norris takes first-ever Formula One win in Miami

In a season dominated by Max Verstappen, it was a hugely popular win by the 24-year-old. The British driver also gave McLaren their first F1 win since Monza 2021. McLaren’s Lando Norris

1 year ago

Sport

Germany: Thousands protest after attack on EU lawmaker

A German MEP was hospitalized after a suspected far-right attack in Dresden on Friday. Sunday’s protests were called to counter rising right-wing extremism and violence. Thousands of demonstrators gathered in the streets

1 year ago

Politics

Brazil floods: Rescuers race against time as toll rises

President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva traveled to the hard-hit state of Rio Grande do Sul in Brazil’s south as rescue efforts continued. The death toll from flooding has risen to 75,

1 year ago

World

EU elections: Immigration is main issue for German voters

Campaigning for June’s European Parliament elections has begun. According to the latest survey, German voters are showing little interest. Many are dissatisfied with EU policy making and their own government. Germany’s federal

1 year ago

Politics

Germany: Berlin offers up Goebbels’ villa for free

Berlin’s state government said the villa once owned by Adolf Hitler’s propaganda minister will be demolished if no takers come forward to claim it. Germany has long struggled with the fate of

1 year ago

Society

China launches uncrewed probe to far side of the moon

The two-month mission aims to collect samples from the far side of the moon. The mission is part of a Chinese program aiming to send a crew to the moon by 2030.

1 year ago

Innovations

India election: Rahul Gandhi to contest from Raebareli

The senior leader of India’s opposition Congress party is set to contest the Lok Sabha national elections from his family’s legacy seat. Gandhi is also seeking reelection from Wayanad in the south.

1 year ago

Politics

Pakistan: Bus crash in the north kills at least 20

The bus was traveling from a city near the capital, Islamabad, to the mountainous region of Gilgit-Baltistan, near the Chinese border. Road accidents are common in Pakistan due to poor roads and

1 year ago

World

UK Conservative defeats pile pressure on PM Rishi Sunak

UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak’s ruling Conservative Party has suffered a series of embarrassing losses in local elections. The results come ahead of a national election and could put Sunak’s own position

1 year ago

Politics

Germany accuses Russia of cyberattack on governing party

A German government investigation, led by the Foreign Ministry, found that Russian hackers with state support targeted the Social Democratic Party in the governing coalition. Germany accused Russia’s military intelligence service, the GRU, on Friday

1 year ago

Politics

Taiwan detects Chinese aircraft around island

Taiwan’s defense ministry said on Friday that a number of Chinese military planes had cross the median line. Taiwan detected a renewed incursion by Chinese aircraft around the democratically-governed island, Taiwan’s Defense Ministry said on

1 year ago

World

Turkey suspends trade with Israel over Gaza conflict

Ankara said it would continue to impose the measures until Israel allowed an “uninterrupted and sufficient flow” of humanitarian aid to the region. Turkey on Thursday suspended all trade with Israel, citing the “worsening

1 year ago

Politics

Brazil floods: State of emergency in Rio Grande do Sul

The death toll from heavy rains in Brazil’s southernmost state is rising, and more downpours are expected. President Lula flew over the area and promised government resources to assist. Authorities in Brazil’s Rio Grande

1 year ago

World

Europa League: Bayer Leverkusen beat Roma 2-0 in Italy

Bayer Leverkusen took a major step towards the Europa League final with a 2-0 win in Rome in the opening game of their semi-final. The new Bundesliga champs are vying for a

1 year ago

Sport

UN urges Georgia to withdraw ‘foreign influence’ bill

The controversial bill has attracted wide criticism and led to daily protests in the capital, Tbilisi. The EU said the move could hurt Georgia’s prospects of one day joining the 27-member bloc.

1 year ago

World

Should the use of animals in sports be banned?

From dog races to bullfighting and circus shows — animals have historically been used in sports and for entertainment. But critical voices to curb or even ban their use are getting louder.

1 year ago

Earth & Climate

Ukraine updates: Russia strikes Odesa for 3rd time this week

Russian missiles have struck the southern Ukrainian city of Odesa for the third time this week, injuring around a dozen people. The southwestern Ukrainian port city of Odesa was targeted by Russian missiles for

1 year ago

World

Germany: Births, marriages hit lowest level since 2013

The number of births and weddings in Germany has fallen to its lowest level in a decade, especially in the eastern part of the country. The number of births and weddings in Germany last

1 year ago

Society

EU funnels aid to Lebanon amid Syria migrant surge to Cyprus

The EU’s Ursula von der Leyen unveiled a €1 billion economic aid package for Lebanon in exchange for the country slowing migration to the EU. The move comes amid a sharp rise

1 year ago

Politics

Philippines summons Chinese envoy over water cannon attack

The Philippines summoned a Chinese Embassy official to protest the “harassment of Philippine vessels” as tensions flare up in the South China Sea. The Philippines on Thursday summoned a senior Chinese diplomat

1 year ago

Politics

China highway collapse: Death toll rises to over 40

Chinese state media reported 48 people were killed when a section of a highway collapsed. Search efforts are underway despite bad weather a day after part of a road fell in China’s

1 year ago

World

Solomon Islands lawmakers elect Jeremiah Manele as new PM

Pro-China career diplomat Jeremiah Manele has been chosen as the new prime minister of the Solomon Islands. Solomon Islands lawmakers have selected China-friendly former diplomat Jeremiah Manele as the new prime minister

1 year ago

Politics

UK: Civil servants appeal Rwanda law as 66 migrants rescued

The UK’s senior civil servants union has mounted a legal appeal against the government’s controversial Rwanda deportation legislation. Meanwhile, 66 migrants were rescued while trying to cross the English Channel. Senior British

1 year ago

Politics

US: Arizona Senate votes to repeal 1864 abortion ban

Legislators have been scrambling to repeal the law, which predates Arizona’s statehood, since a 2022 Supreme Court ruling paved the way for its return. The vote was 16-14 and the state’s governor

1 year ago

Politics

Champions League: Füllkrug hands Dortmund first-leg lead

Borussia Dortmund beat Paris Saint-Germain in the first leg of their Champions League semifinal thanks to Niclas Füllkrug’s stunning first-half goal. The second leg takes place in Paris next Tuesday. Borussia Dortmund

1 year ago

Sport

Kenyan floods leave tourists stranded at iconic Maasai Mara

The world-famous wildlife reserve is the latest area of Kenya to be affected by torrential rains that have claimed more than 170 lives and displaced more than 195,000 people across the nation.

1 year ago

World

Indonesia: Thousands evacuate homes after volcanic eruptions

Scores of residents of Indonesia’s Tagulandang island were evacuated following the eruption of the Ruang volcano. Plumes of grey smoke continued to rise from the volcano. Efforts in Indonesia began to evacuate

1 year ago

World

South Korea mulls participation in AUKUS: defense minister

South Korea has held talks about joining a landmark defense technology pact between Australia, the United States and Britain. South Korea is discussing participation in the AUKUS defense pact between Australia, the United Kingdom

1 year ago

World

UK sends voluntary asylum-seeker to Rwanda: reports

The United Kingdom has sent the first asylum-seeker whose asylum application was denied to Rwanda through a voluntary scheme. The plan is separate from the government’s forced deportation program. The United Kingdom

1 year ago

World

Nineteen dead after highway collapses in southern China

Nineteen people have died after part of a highway collapsed in China’s southern Guangdong province, according to state media. A section of a highway collapsed in southern China leaving at least 19 people dead,

1 year ago

World

Russia strikes Odesa for 2nd time this week

Russia has pummeled the vital port city of Odesa, stepping up aerial attacks that have also damaged civilian infrastructure there, according to Ukrainian officials. At least three people were killed and three

1 year ago

World

US plans to reclassify marijuana as a less dangerous drug

The Biden administration is reportedly looking into reclassifying marijuana from the nation’s most dangerous drug to a lower-risk drug, in a historic shift that could have ripple effects across the country. The

1 year ago

World

Champions League: Bayern Munich held to draw by Real Madrid

The Champions League semifinal first leg between Bayern Munich and Real Madrid ended all-square. Leroy Sané and Harry Kane scored for Bayern in between strikes from Real’s Vinicius Junior. Bayern Munich 2-2

1 year ago

Sport

Georgia: Police clash with ‘foreign agent’ bill protesters

Riot police fired tear gas and used pepper spray to disperse protesters who had gathered outside parliament where lawmakers were debating a ‘foreign agents’ bill that could undermine the country’s ambition to

1 year ago

World

EU probes Facebook, Instagram over election disinformation

The European Union has launched an investigation into Facebook and Instagram amid concerns they are failing to curb online disinformation. The probe relates to the handling of political advertising ahead of EU

1 year ago

Innovations

Lufthansa sees ‘turning point’ after Q1 marred by strikes

Lufthansa is looking to cut costs, including in management, after repeated strikes weighed heavily on Q1 figures. But with the disputes settled and a busy summer anticipated, the CEO touted an imminent

1 year ago

Business

London: Arrest after man attacks people, police with sword

A man wielding a sword attacked members of the public and two police officers in East London. Five were hospitalized. Police said soon after that a suspect had been arrested and no

1 year ago

World

Afghanistan: Shooting attack on mosque kills 6

Locals suggested the mosque was targeted for being used by the Shiite Muslim minority. No group has claimed responsibility for the attack, but an “Islamic State” affiliate has targeted Shiites in Afghanistan

1 year ago

World

Indonesia’s Ruang volcano erupts again, closing airport

Indonesian authorities raised the alert level to the highest following the eruption and urged residents to not go near it. The Mount Ruang volcano, in ther North Sulawesi province in Indonesia, erupted on Tuesday

1 year ago

Earth & Climate

Germany’s economy shows slight upturn, raising hopes

The German economy has shown a marginal upturn in the first part of the year. The latest figures give some hope that Germany may be escaping the economic doldrums. Europe’s largest economy

1 year ago

Business

US: 4 officers shot dead in North Carolina, police say

Four officers, including three members of the US Marshals task force, were killed during a shootout in a neighborhood in the southeastern US state of North Carolina, police said. Four officers were killed

1 year ago

World

Middle East updates: Blinken in Saudi Arabia on crisis tour

US Secretary of State Antony Blinken has arrived in the Saudi capital, Riyadh, to consult with Arab leaders on Gaza’s future once the Israel-Hamas war ends. US Secretary of State Antony Blinken

1 year ago

World

Ukraine updates: NATO’s Stoltenberg acknowledges aid delays

The NATO chief promised more support was on the way during an unannounced visit to Kyiv. It came as Russia claimed it had captured an eastern village in the Donetsk region. NATO chief

1 year ago

World

German army captain admits spying for Russia

The officer, with ties to the far-right AfD party, said he provided information to a Russian intelligence service out of fear of a nuclear escalation in Moscow’s war in Ukraine. A member

1 year ago

World

Scotland’s Humza Yousaf quits as ruling-SNP first minister

Scottish First Minister Humza Yousaf has resigned ahead of two no-confidence votes that could bring down his Scottish National Party-led government. The move comes after he ended a cooperation agreement with the

1 year ago

Politics

Kenya flooding leaves dozens dead after dam collapse

The disaster has also damaged infrastructure, including the destruction of roads, bridges and cancellation of school lessons across the country. Thousands have also been displaced due to rains in the country. A dam

1 year ago

World

Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez says he will not resign

The announcement comes after Sanchez had canceled appointments last week amid corruption allegations against his wife. He has vowed to end “toxic” politics. Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez announced on Monday that he

1 year ago

Politics

Germany: 2 Ukrainians killed over weekend were soldiers

Ukraine’s embassy has said two Ukrainian men fatally stabbed in Bavaria were soldiers based in Germany for rehabilitation. A Russian man is the suspect. But police don’t yet know if the war

1 year ago

World

Spain awaits PM Pedro Sanchez’s resignation decision

There is suspense in Spain, with Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez expected to announce whether or not he will continue in office. Sanchez canceled appointments last week amid corruption allegations against his wife.

1 year ago

Politics

Tornadoes ripping through US Midwest turn deadly in Oklahoma

The US Midwest region has faced over 100 tornadoes this weekend, with at least four killed and thousands left without power in Oklahoma. At least four people were killed in the US state

1 year ago

World

Australia: PM Albanese says domestic violence is a ‘crisis’

Thousands have demonstrated in Australia on Sunday against gender-based violence. Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has described domestic violence as a “national crisis.” Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has described domestic violence as

1 year ago

World

Not enough charging points for electric cars in EU: ACEA

European carmakers say that charging stations are rolling out too slowly in the bloc and that 8.8 million charging points would be required by 2030 to keep pace with an EV boom.

1 year ago

Earth & Climate

Macron: Nuclear arms should be part of EU defense debate

The French president said he was open to discuss the use of France’s nuclear weapons for European defense. His remarks have attracted criticism from political opponents in Paris. President Emmanuel Macron said on Sunday

1 year ago

Politics

Burkina Faso dismisses HRW massacre report as ‘baseless’

Human Rights Watch had accused Burkina Faso’s military of civilian mass killings, including scores of children, in the West African country’s fight against Islamist militant groups. Burkina Faso’s military junta announced late

1 year ago

World

Germany: 1,200 rescuers search for missing 6-year-old

Police, soldiers, firefighters and volunteers are all taking part in the search for a missing boy in northern Germany. The child was recorded leaving his home almost a week ago. A large-scale

1 year ago

Society

Scholz: Private firms need to pay up for climate protection

German Chancellor Olaf Scholz has called for greater private sector investment to pay for combatting climate change. The call came as lawmakers passed a controversial reform of a climate protection law. Greater

1 year ago

Earth & Climate

Germany, France agree on new tank deal

The French and German defense ministers signed a deal for a Franco-German armaments project worth billions of euros. It includes developing a new battle tank to replace Germany’s Leopard 2 and France’s

1 year ago

Politics

China’s ByteDance denies plans to sell TikTok in US

Earlier reports had suggested ByteDance planned to sell the app, without its powerful algorithm. US President Biden recently signed a law that would effectively ban TikTok in the US if it is

1 year ago

Innovations

Germans have positive view of the state, survey finds

German citizens see the state more positively than in the past, considering it responsible for security, education and the economy, according to a survey. Nevertheless, they remain wary of too much interference.

1 year ago

Politics

US and China should be ‘partners,’ Xi tells Blinken

Chinese President Xi Jinping said the US and China should be “partners, not rivals,” as a series of issues, including Chinese aid for Russia in its war against Ukraine, continue to separate

1 year ago

Politics

India election: Second phase of voting begins

The second phase of the Indian general election has begun, and 160 million people are eligible to vote in this part of the six-week-long poll. The weather might have an impact on

1 year ago

World

Brazil: Indigenous people protest over ancestral lands

Indigenous groups want the Brazilian government to recognize more of their territories and protect them from criminal activities. A group of 40 Indigenous leaders met President Lula at the presidential palace. Thousands

1 year ago

Earth & Climate

US long-range missiles to Ukraine reignites German debate

The US has said it secretly delivered long-range ATACMS missiles to Ukraine. This has drawn focus to the debate over providing Taurus cruise missiles, a move the German chancellor continues to oppose.

1 year ago

World

US court overturns Harvey Weinstein’s 2020 rape conviction

A New York appeals court has ordered a new trial in the landmark case that drove the #MeToo movement. The majority opinion argued that the judge committed serious errors and swayed jurors

1 year ago

Society

US Supreme Court hears arguments on Trump immunity plea

Donald Trump is hoping that the conservative-majority top court will save him from at least one of his legal woes. Meanwhile, a separate case over hush money charges is keeping him occupied

1 year ago

World

Nigeria: Over 100 inmates escape prison due to heavy rains

A search is on for the scores of prisoners who fled after rain brought down a perimeter fence. The incident happened close to the Nigerian capital. At least 118 prisoners were able

1 year ago

World

German minister calls on ‘superrich’ to pay for climate

Germany has joined calls by Brazil to tax the world’s superrich to pay for climate protection. Germany’s Svenja Schulze said global billionaires need to contribute more. German Development Minister Svenja Schulze on

1 year ago

Earth & Climate

German consumer confidence hits two-year high

Consumer confidence rose for the third month in a row in Europe’s largest economy, according to a market research survey. Germany is seeing mild economic improvement after grappling with slow growth and

1 year ago

Business

Burkina Faso: Army accused of executing civilians, babies

Soldiers in Burkina Faso killed 223 people, including children, in two villages, Human Rights Watch has said. The rights group said it was among the worst crimes committed by the military in

1 year ago

World

Australia: 160 pilot whales stranded on western beach

Several pilot whales — known for their tight-knit bonds — were stranded on a Western Australian coast. Officials were concerned many of them would have to be euthanized. Marine biologists on Thursday

1 year ago

Earth & Climate

US Supreme Court to hear Trump’s immunity plea

Donald Trump is hoping that the conservative-majority top court will save him from at least one of his legal woes. Meanwhile, a separate case over hush money charges is keeping him occupied

1 year ago

World

Moulin Rouge windmill blades collapse in Paris

Firefighters in the French capital have reportedly said the windmill blades at the landmark Moulin Rouge have collapsed. The blades of the famous Moulin Rouge in Paris collapsed on Thursday morning, French

1 year ago

Arts & Entertainment

Australia: 5 teens charged following anti-terror raids

Five boys between the ages of 14-17 were charged following the knife attack on a bishop in Sydney last week. Australian police say they all adhered to “violent extremist ideology.” Australian police charged

1 year ago

World

Arizona indicts Trump aides over 2020 election scheme

A grand jury in Arizona has charged 18 Republicans, including lawyer Rudy Giuliani and reportedly former chief of staff Mark Meadows, with alleged election fraud. Arizona’s attorney general said on Wednesday that a grand

1 year ago

World

North Macedonia presidential election heads to runoff

Opposition candidate Gordana Siljanovska-Davkova is in the lead after winning almost almost 40% of the first-round vote. The election comes as North Macedonia seeks EU membership. North Macedonia will enter into a presidential

1 year ago

Politics

US top diplomat Blinken visits China for tough talks

Antony Blinken arrived in China for his second visit in a year to discuss a range of issues amid rising tensions between the two countries. US Secretary of State Antony Blinken arrived in

1 year ago

Politics

Klimt painting sold at Austrian auction for €32 million

Gustav Klimt’s “Portrait of Miss Lieser” was long thought to be lost, when in fact it hung for decades in a private villa near Vienna. One of the last works by the

1 year ago

Arts & Entertainment

Olaf Scholz, Rishi Sunak boost defense ties in Berlin

Rishi Sunak has praised Berlin for being one of the biggest defense spenders in Europe and aiding Ukraine in repelling Russia’s attacks. Olaf Scholz and Sunak stepping up economic and security ties.

1 year ago

World

EU launches probe into Chinese medical procurement

Brussels will examine whether Beijing favors local suppliers under the “Buy China” policy to the disadvantage of EU firms. China responded that the EU was damaging its image and engaging in protectionism.

1 year ago

Politics