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Thailand defends visa-free rollback as fears over impact on tourism grow
The government says the move will not hurt tourism, with India and China measures under review.
Same red carpet welcomes, different stakes: What Trump and Putin’s visits say about China
US President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin’s back-to-back Beijing visits gave Chinese counterpart Xi Jinping a rare optics win, projecting China as a power both Washington and Moscow have reasons to engage, even as analysts say the stakes differed sharply.
Seth Meyers Describes ‘The Late Show’ Ending as a ‘Very Sad Week for Television in America’
“I’m also very optimistic that Stephen’s next chapter is going to be exciting for him and for the rest of us," the Late Night host said
‘The Samurai and the Prisoner’ Review: Kiyoshi Kurosawa Folds Nesting Mysteries into an Elegantly Classical Shogun-Era Drama
Heavy hangs the head that wears the crown — or in this case, the samurai topknot — in Kiyoshi Kurosawa’s absorbing, clean-lined literary adaptation, for which the veteran filmmaker brings to life a storied period of swirling discontent in Japanese history with such evocative
Samsung shareholders vow legal action over tentative union deal
Around 50,500 workers had been set to walk off production lines.
Japan’s megabanks post record profits, but analysts warn growth may slow as risks mount
Japan's largest lenders may face some challenges to keep profit levels at record highs, amid higher credit costs and current geopolitical risks
From Brexit to Bre-entry?
The uncertainty surrounding Keir Starmer’s political future has reopened a debate Labour had tried hard to avoid: Britain’s long term relationship with the European Union. Starmer himself had already shifted considerably towards closer cooperation and dynamic alignment with the
Lebanon rescuers search rubble after attacks in Tyre province
Rescuers search rubble in southern Lebanon after Israeli strikes kill at least 19, including women and children, despite an extended ceasefire.
Jimmy Kimmel Urges Viewers to Turn Off CBS After ‘Colbert’ Ends: ‘Don’t Ever Watch It Again’
The Late Show will air its final episode on Thursday night
‘Drishyam’ Indonesian Remake Stars Real-Life Couple Vino G. Bastian, Marsha Timothy as Rivals (EXCLUSIVE)
Real-life couple Vino G. Bastian and Marsha Timothy star as on-screen rivals in “Ayah, Aku Mau Cerita…,” Falcon Pictures’ Indonesian-language adaptation of the Malayalam thriller “Drishyam,” set to open in theaters Aug. 20. Bastian, who starred in “Miracle in Cell No. 7,” plays
Elon Musk's X fined for not complying with Australia's child protection laws
The social media giant will pay A$650,000 plus legal costs, ending a three-year legal saga.
Any UK return to EU would need a 'focused review' - leading MEP
The chair of the EU Parliament’s influential foreign affairs committee has told the UK there are “no political shortcuts” to any possible return to the EU. German deputy David McAllister also branded the UK vote to exit the EU as a “historical mistake”. He was speaking amid
Europe Today: Drones, bunkers and political turmoil: what’s going on in Lithuania?
A drone incursion into Lithuania on Wednesday brought the capital to a standstill and forced the country’s leaders to shelter in a bunker. Ursula von der Leyen has said Europe will respond with “unity and strength”. We speak to Lithuania’s defence minister, Robertas Kaunas.
Grief Doc ‘The Last Note’ Acquired by HG Distribution as Fusee Launches Three-Doc Slate at Cannes Film Market (EXCLUSIVE)
Fusee Films entered documentary territory in a major way at the Cannes Film Market, unveiling co-production commitments to three non-fiction projects spanning Vietnam, the Philippines, Canada, Belgium, and France. Leading the slate is “The Last Note,” which has already secured
SpaceX IPO ready for launch as countdown begins for what could be the biggest ever listing
SpaceX plans a record-breaking IPO that could raise around $75 billion (€64.5bn) despite ongoing losses. The Elon Musk-led firm says funds will support Moon and Mars missions, while strong Starlink earnings contrast with losses in X and xAI.
Two more Thai railway employees test positive for drugs after fatal train crash
The driver operating the train during the crash had earlier tested positive for drugs.
Trump says he will speak with Taiwan leader as he weighs potential arms deal
Trump last week issued a warning to Taiwan against formally declaring independence from China.
Russia delivers nuclear munitions in Belarus as part of nuclear drills
MOSCOW, May 21 - Russia delivered nuclear munitions to field storage facilities in Belarus as part of major nuclear drills, the Russian Defence Ministry said on Thursday.
Laser hair removal device sparks bomb scare at Melbourne airport
Avalon Airport's domestic terminal was closed for several hours on Thursday after a suspicious item was found.
Real income growth Europe 2025: Biggest economies lag as Poland and Portugal lead
Poland and Portugal saw the strongest real household income growth in Europe over the last two years. Among major economies, Spain led the way.
Scientists discover the nutrient that can supercharge cellular energy
Researchers discovered that leucine, a nutrient found in protein-rich foods, can supercharge mitochondria by protecting crucial energy-producing proteins inside cells. The breakthrough uncovers a powerful new link between diet and cellular energy — with possible implications
The young people rejecting a bank-breaking prom
Teenage entrepreneurs at Huntington School change the way pupils shop for a prom dress.
Africa: Transforming Lives in Benin - a Unique Identification System
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One Continent, One Ticket
MEPs have generally welcomed the new, long-awaited EU Passenger Package. This package is aimed at improving cross-border rail travel and strengthening passengers’ rights across Europe. The S&D Group in the EU parliament said it hopes that the package will be an “important step”
Africa: Seventy-Ninth World Health Assembly Honours Global Champions Advancing Primary Health Care
[WHO] Today, the World Health Assembly recognized individuals and institutions whose contributions to global health have gone far beyond the call of duty. Six laureates representing diverse backgrounds and contexts were honoured by the President of the Seventy-ninth World
International Tea Day: Jamming it up with Azerbaijan’s enduring tea ritual
To mark International Tea Day, Nadira Tudor stopped for a brew in Azerbaijan where the history of sharing a cuppa is shaped by a particular pairing defined by tradition and flavours.
Bruce Springsteen Calls Out Trump, Larry and David Ellison in Colbert’s Second-to-Last ‘Late Show’
The timing of “The Late Show’s” cancellation has always been curious. After all, the news broke mere weeks before avowed Trump loyalists Larry and David Ellison finalized their takeover of the late-night series’ parent company, Paramount Global, and Trump gleefully celebrated
Australian court fines Musk's X close to €400,000 for not disclosing data to online safety watchdog
The initial violation notice was sent by Australian authorities to Twitter Inc shortly before billionaire Elon Musk acquired the company and renamed it to X. The social media platform’s attorneys argued that the fine was not justified as the violation came during a period of
From AI to interceptors, Ukraine is trying to drone-proof its skies
After four years of Russia's full-scale invasion, Ukraine has become far more successful at fighting off air raids.
EU's Costa 'appalled' by Israeli minister's treatment of flotilla members
May 21 (Reuters) - European Council President Antonio Costa on Thursday said he was "appalled" by the treatment of aid flotilla members attempting to enter Gaza by Israeli Minister Ben-Gvir. Video on Wednesday showed Israeli police forced activists who were aboard a Gaza-bound
Tentacles, pointy teeth and the T-rex of the sea: the Natural History Museum on beasts that once ruled the oceans
A new exhibition, Jurassic Oceans, showcases the fearsome creatures that lurked below the surface – and offers a stark warning about the impact of warming waters on marine ecosystems today Deep in the bowels of the Natural History Museum, Kate Whittington is standing in front
England must harvest rainfall and take action on water usage, Lords warn
Without urgent intervention England faces water shortages of 5bn litres a day by 2055, peers tell government Rainwater harvesting, the use of grey water in homes and an urgent campaign to reduce water usage across society are vital to prevent water shortages of 5bn litres a day
EU pays Egypt billions to manage migration — Cairo says it is not enough
Egypt’s growing refugee and migrant population, seeking safety from wars in Sudan, Syria and the wider region, has put further pressure on aid agencies and public services as Cairo urges Europe to share more of the cost.
A brand new airline is set to launch this July – and you can book tickets from London now
Riyadh Air is set to launch flights to Manchester and Madrid too, with more than 100 destinations set to join the network before 2030.
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NATO ministers meet as US plans to pull away from European security
The summit will focus on the Trump administration's plans to withdraw guarantees of support for European security architecture – even in wartime – and the depletion of the alliance's critical weapons stocks due to the ongoing war in Iran.
Wes Streeting pledges 'wealth tax that works'
Wes Streeting is proposing reforms to capital gains tax, as part of his pitch for the Labour leadership.
Toxic chemicals in pet flea treatments harming wildlife, UK study warns
Flea treatment chemicals fipronil and imidacloprid also implicated in lower cognitive scores in children with autism Toxic chemicals found in pet flea treatment are devastating wildlife in rivers, parks and special conservation areas and the government should take urgent action
The meeting between Xi Jinping and Donald Trump can be interpreted as 'Controlled Competition + Mandatory Co-operation'
It appears that the administrations of Xi Jinping and Donald Trump are attempting to move toward a model of “controlled competition + mandatory cooperation” rather than direct confrontation. In particular, the two leaders’ emphasis on “constructive strategic stability” can be
Africa: Africa's Capital Must Stay Home to Plug Its Financing Gap - How It Could Be Done
[The Conversation Africa] Africa is providing cheap liquidity to wealthy nations. In return it is paying huge interest rates to external institutional investors at the cost of its own development.
Bruce Springsteen Sings a Rallying Cry as Colbert’s ‘Late Show’ Ends
The musician performed his protest track, “Streets of Minneapolis," on the eve of the show's final episode
‘The Late Show’: Stephen Colbert Brings Out Robert De Niro, Martha Stewart and Tons of Others to Quiz Him in Second-to-Last Episode
On Wednesday night’s episode of “The Late Show,” Stephen Colbert was on the other end of “The Colbert Questionnaire,” and he had an all-star lineup of guests to deliver the questions. Journalist John Dickerson introduced each guest as they appeared, and first up to bat was
Robert De Niro Sends Off Stephen Colbert by Slamming Trump With Epstein Jab
Stephen Colbert has been milking the heck out of his final weeks as host of “The Late Show” (and rightfully so). There’s been Obama, Hanks, Oliver, Stewart, and even throwing furniture off the roof of the Ed Sullivan Theater with his predecessor, David Letterman. For his
Africa: Security Council Reform 'Is Absolutely Essential' - Guterres
[UN News] The UN Secretary-General on Wednesday underscored the need to effectively re-open the Strait of Hormuz and expand UN Security Council membership to curb the impunity of veto-wielding "superpowers".
MIT scientists discover amino acid that helps the gut heal itself
MIT scientists have identified cysteine — an amino acid found in foods like meat, dairy, beans, and nuts — as a potent trigger for intestinal repair. In mice, a cysteine-rich diet activated immune cells that released healing signals, helping stem cells rebuild damaged