From digital vouchers to shopping complex revamp, Johor looks across Causeway for inspiration

The pilot scheme aims to help residents cope with rising costs and revitalise local businesses.

Hokkaido zoo employee arrested on suspicion of murdering wife, admits to strangling her at home

Tatsuya Suzuki strangled his wife with a rope at their home, according to investigative sources.

Paul McCartney, Elvis Costello, Jon Batiste Bid Stephen Colbert a Warm Musical Goodbye

The late-night host joined the supergroup, which also included current bandleader Louis Cato

‘I See Buildings Fall Like Lightning’ Review: Clio Barnard Returns With a Clunky Social-Realist Weepie About Five Friends in Birmingham

The group of lads at the center of Clio Barnard’s “I See Buildings Fall Like Lightning” dance their way through addiction, housing precarity, class tensions and good old romantic betrayal. In theory, the British director’s fifth feature — premiered in Directors’ Fortnight at

Malaysia to introduce new rules to protect youth on online platforms

KUALA LUMPUR, May 22 - Malaysia will introduce new measures from June 1 to protect children and reduce their exposure to harmful content on online platforms, its communications regulator said on Friday.

Paul McCartney Interview on ‘Late Show’ Gets Interrupted by Giant Wormhole

Stephen Colbert's last episode took a wild turn filled with cameos from Jon Stewart, Strike Force Five, and Neil deGrasse Tyson

Trump to send additional 5,000 US troops to Poland

Trump said he had made the decision based on the election of the right-wing Polish President Karol Nawrocki.

Euronews Culture's Film of the Week: ‘Star Wars: The Mandalorian And Grogu’ - Mando or Mandon’t?

The first big screen live-action Star Wars film in seven years is finally here...

EU expands support for workers at risk of job loss

The Council has adopted new rules to expand the European Globalisation Adjustment Fund for Displaced Workers (EGF). For the first time, workers facing imminent job loss due to company restructuring will be eligible for support. This change aims to reduce situations where

Turkey revokes licence for university seized by state in criminal probe

ANKARA, May 22 - Turkey has revoked the operational licence for Istanbul Bilgi University, effectively forcing it to close, according to a decision published in the Official Gazette on Friday, after the university was seized by the state in a criminal investigation last year.

Rubio doubtful diplomacy would work with Cuban government as Trump raises threat of military action

Rubio says the White House is very focused on toppling the socialist government of Cuba to address what he says are national security risks. He also stressed that Havana will not be able to outwait the Trump administration, urging them to strike a deal before it is too late.

APEC trade envoys gather in China to discuss trade imbalances, supply chain resilience

SUZHOU, China, May 22 - Asia-Pacific trade envoys gathered in China are expected to discuss multilateral cooperation, trade imbalances and supply chain resilience in the face of global shocks, including the U.S.-Israeli war on Iran.

Hamaguchi Ryusuke on Cannes Palme d’Or Contender ‘All of a Sudden’: ‘What I Was Moved By Was What Was in the Book Itself’

Hamaguchi Ryusuke watched the standing ovation after the Cannes premiere of “All of a Sudden” with a degree of caution. He is not, he says, someone who takes ovations entirely at face value. “I also know that a standing ovation is kind of a tradition here,” he tells Variety. “I

Stephen Colbert Uses Copyrighted ‘Peanuts’ Music During Finale: ‘I Hope This Doesn’t Cost CBS Any Money!’

The host aired the classic Vince Guaraldi song during a segment, a move that he said could result in a lawsuit

Anxiety and depression drive global mental health surge to 1.2 billion, study

A surge in anxiety and depression has pushed global mental health cases to 1.2 billion, highlighting a growing burden that health systems are not prepared to meet.

Stephen Colbert Ends ‘Late Show’ With Joyous Paul McCartney ‘Hello Goodbye’ Performance, as Ex-Beatle Turns Lights Out at Ed Sullivan Theater

Paul McCartney, a surprise guest on the final episode of “The Late Show With Stephen Colbert,” provided a poignant capper to the series by being given the ceremonial honor of turning out the lights in the Ed Sullivan Theater, a location with which he has plenty of history. The

‘It doesn’t feel real': Team Qatar gears up for historic Le Mans debut

Team Qatar has officially launched its campaign for the 24 Hours of Le Mans, marking the country’s first-ever entry into the legendary endurance race. For driver Abdulla Al Khelaifi, the moment is both historic and deeply personal as Qatar takes another major step onto the

Sea foam may look sinister but it is mostly harmless and natural

Phenomenon, often seen around Britain’s coast at this time of year, is caused by a combination of algae and weather At this time of year a sinister-looking substance can often be sighted around Britain’s coast: a frothy foam piled up along the shoreline or appearing in long

One in a thousand: The European countries where the ultra-rich earn the most

The richest 0.1% in Europe receive about 4.5% of all income, but their share varies widely between countries.

'Turning crisis into opportunity': How Lithuania became a wild card for the EU's clean energy race

Lithuania’s rapid deployment of wind and solar power is helping the country strengthen its energy resilience and end its reliance on Russian fossil fuels.

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Elon Musk’s Grokipedia leans on more right-wing sources in sensitive topics, study finds

Grokpedia articles about religion, history, literature and art referenced more right-wing websites than Wikipedia’s on the same topics, a new study found.

Where to travel for accessible adventures in Europe, according to the experts

From accessible mountain adventures in Scotland to tactile museums in Sicily, disabled travellers and accessibility experts reveal the European destinations making holidays easier, more inclusive and less daunting for people with additional access needs.

Hitting the right notes: That's Azerbaijani jazz

It may be relatively little known outside of its own borders but the jazz scene in Azerbaijan is particularly vibrant. It is known for its distinctive improvisational style and unique fusion of Eastern musical traditions with Western jazz. It covers a broad range of styles,

Stephen Colbert Fans Explain Why They Believe CBS Canceled ‘The Late Show’: ‘It Was Politically Motivated’

Search the Ed Sullivan Theater on Google Maps and the address will auto-correct to: The Late Show With Stephen Colbert. Broadway, New York, NY. For 33 years, CBS’ flagship late-night talk show has been synonymous with the historic performing arts venue (that’s more than a

‘Slow Horses’ Star Antonio Aakeel Makes Directorial Debut With Short Film ‘Lessons in Pretending’ (EXCLUSIVE)

Antonio Aakeel, whose turn as Hassan Ahmed in Apple TV+’s “Slow Horses” brought him international recognition, has wrapped his first short film as a director. “Lessons in Pretending,” which Aakeel also wrote and stars in, is a darkly comic drama examining fame, shame and the

Australian man dies after falling down ravine on hike to Machu Picchu

The body of Matthew Cameron Paton, 53, was found on Thursday, about 300m down a steep slope.

‘Ladies First’ Review: Sacha Baron Cohen and Rosamund Pike Trade Places in a Dated Battle-of-the-Sexes Comedy

At a time when laws change daily to restrict women’s bodily autonomy, protect men from accountability and reinstate antiquated values that benefit a few at the expense of the many, sexual politics can feel more regressive than ever. But as uneven a playing field as women may

From lab idea to $2.9b start-up: Ultrasound destroys cancer without scalpels

The histotripsy technique can liquefy tumor cells while leaving surrounding tissue unharmed.

Africa: Africa CDC Rallies Govts, Partners to Mainstream Behavioural Change in National Health Plans

[Leadership] African health leaders and development partners have renewed calls for Social and Behaviour Change (SBC) to be entrenched as a core component of health systems across the continent.

“Zombie cells” aren’t always bad and that could transform anti-aging medicine

Scientists are uncovering a surprising truth about aging cells: some may damage the body, while others help protect it. The discovery is fueling a new wave of precision anti-aging therapies aimed at removing only the harmful “zombie” cells without disrupting the body’s natural

Africa: Kenya, WHO Push for Stronger Africa-Europe Health Workforce Partnership

[Capital FM] Nairobi -- The government and the World Health Organization are seeking deeper cooperation on healthcare workforce development amid growing global shortages and increasing migration of skilled health workers.

Africa: Learning, Relearning and Sharing to Address Obstetric Violence

[HRW] In this blog post, Skye Wheeler reflects on advocacy and research in Sierra Leone and introduces an upcoming webinar hosted by Human Rights Watch and the Center for Reproductive Rights. Bringing together speakers from Mexico, South Africa, Malawi, Nigeria, Mali, and

Watch Olivia Rodrigo Unravel as She Searches for ‘The Cure’

"It’s my favorite song on the album and one of my favorite songs I’ve ever made," Rodrigo wrote on Instagram

Brussels to remove remaining barriers with Mexico as the allies review their trade agreement

The move comes as world economies look to strengthen their ties amid turbulent relations with the US, caused by the Trump administration’s hostile trade policies, as well as the war in Iran, which have caused global instability.

Africa: A Draft African Charter On 'Family Values' Is On the Cards - Why It's Flawed and Dangerous

[The Conversation Africa] A series of conferences held in Entebbe, Uganda, between 2023 and 2025 have resulted in a draft African Charter on Family, Sovereignty and Values. The meetings were organised by the Inter-parliamentary Network on African Sovereignty and Values, which

Africa: War Is Becoming a Death Sentence for Women and Girls

[UN News] Thirteen-year-old Mona still remembers the moment the second airstrike hit.

Africa: Inklings | Who Should Run Pooled Funds?

[The New Humanitarian] Geneva -- "We would question whether the UN and OCHA is the right group to be able to manage these pooled funds."

Stephen Colbert Delivers Sentimental Final Monologue: ‘We Were Here to Feel the News With You’

The CBS mainstay came to an end on Thursday night after a decade with the beloved host

Africa: Rethinking Humanitarianism | Diaspora Aid - the Lifeline We Don't Talk About Enough

[The New Humanitarian] "For a long time, people in the diaspora have been neglected, but they play a critical role."

Africa: Building the Smart City - Promise, Pitfalls and the People At Its Heart

[UN News] From AI-powered transit systems to digital twins and flood-proof parks, cities are embracing technology at an unprecedented scale. But as innovation accelerates, experts warn that inclusion, trust and security will determine who truly benefits.

South Korean ministry to shun Starbucks vouchers in 'Tank Day' campaign backlash

Seagrass found to produce new genetic individuals rather than clone itself, offering hope for 'underwater meadows'

In many underwater ecosystems, seagrass meadows act as a food source, a safe haven, and an ecological lynchpin. But until now, very little was known about how these plants reproduce—critical information for conserving the meadows.

Japan government to get access to Anthropic’s latest AI

Due to safe and security concerns, access to the model is currently limited to IT companies.

Why China might react badly to any call between Trump and Taiwan’s president

Mr Trump’s comments on speaking with Dr Lai raised concerns about further Chinese war games around Taiwan.

Explainer-Why China might react badly to any call between Trump and Taiwan's president

May 22 - U.S. President Donald Trump said on Wednesday he would speak with Taiwan's President Lai Ching-te, an unprecedented move for a U.S. leader that could roil U.S. relations with China and maybe prompt more Chinese war games around the island.

South Korean ministry to shun Starbucks vouchers in ‘Tank Day’ campaign backlash

The uproar has also prompted boycott calls from consumers on social media platforms.

Republican call off vote on Trump's War Powers Resolution that was on the verge of passing

Democrats slammed Republicans as “cowards” for delaying the voting procedure into next month, while Republicans argue the move was to allow lawmakers unable to attend the vote a chance to cast their say.