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Watch Slayyyter Showcase Anthemic Single ‘Dance’ on ‘Fallon’
The musician released her third album, Worst Girl in America , in March
Philippine Supreme Court denies Senator's bid to prevent arrest in ICC case
MANILA, May 20 - The Philippine Supreme Court on Wednesday rejected a bid by top Senator Ronald dela Rosa for a temporary restraining order to prevent his arrest and transfer to the International Criminal Court.
Newsletter: Breakthrough on EU-US trade deal
Also in this newsletter: UK Minister of State for Trade, Chris Bryant, tells Europe Today the UK and EU are inching closer to a deal on steel, and we break down why the EU's envoy for talks with Russia could be the job from hell.
How to travel this summer without paying more for the crisis in the Middle East
More expensive tickets, possible cancellations and last-minute changes. The conflict in the Middle East threatens to complicate summer holidays. Brussels reminds travellers of their rights and recommends checking conditions before booking to avoid overpaying.
Probe launched after knife slips through Incheon airport security
A passenger forgot that she put a 9cm knife inside her carry-on bag.
EU budget: City and regional networks back Parliament’s position
Leading European networks representing some two thousand cities and regions across Europe (the Local Alliance) welcome the European Parliament’s draft report on the proposed National and Regional Partnership Plans (NRPPs) within the next EU budget for 2028-2034. The joint
Taiwan Travelogue: Yáng Shuāng-zǐ and translator Lin King win the International Booker Prize
The 2026 International Booker Prize has been won by Taiwanese writer Yáng Shuāng-zǐ and translator Lin King for "Taiwan Travelogue", a historical romance judges praised for succeeding as "both a romance and an incisive postcolonial novel."
China’s Xi holds welcome ceremony for Putin
Xi Jinping welcomed Russian President Vladimir Putin with a military ceremony in Beijing.
Lost for 150,000 years: Rainforest discovery upends human history
For decades, scientists believed ancient humans avoided dense rainforests, treating them as nearly impossible environments for early survival. But a groundbreaking discovery in West Africa is rewriting that story. Researchers uncovered evidence that humans were living deep
Jon Stewart Celebrates Stephen Colbert as ‘Late Show’ Ends: ‘Don’t Confuse Cancellation With Failure’
The Daily Show host also brought out surprise musical guest Andra Day to perform her 2015 hit "Rise Up"
Indonesia's Prabowo announces 2027 fiscal deficit target of 1.8% to 2.4% of GDP
The president's remarks come amid increased scrutiny of Indonesia's US$1.4 trillion economy, with Moody's and Fitch earlier this year cutting their respective credit rating outlooks for the country.
A new Orient Express journey will whisk passengers from Rome to Istanbul – for €20,000
More than 140 years after the original Orient Express captivated travellers, a new luxury rail route will carry passengers from Rome to Istanbul for five days of Michelin-starred dining and classic European scenery, with tickets starting at €20,000.
First suspected hantavirus case in Portugal tests negative
According to Portugal’s state television, Lisbon’s São Francisco Xavier Hospital admitted on Monday 19 May what is believed to be the first suspected hantavirus case.
Aliko Dangote: African Energy Person of the Year 2026
Aliko Dangote is a visionary who has invested his time, resources, and unwavering belief in Africa’s potential to build industries, strengthen energy security, and create lasting economic opportunity across the continent. Each year, the African Energy Industry’s “African Energy
Europe Today: EU strikes deal on trade pact with US as Putin meets Xi Jinping in China
MEPs have reached a deal on the EU-US trade arrangement signed last July with Donald Trump. We’ll speak exclusively with Bernd Lange, the lead Member of the European Parliament on the issue. Meanwhile, in China, Russian President Vladimir Putin is set to hold talks with Chinese
Melbourne teenager Bianca Adler becomes youngest Australian to climb Mount Everest
The 18-year-old high school student reached the top of the world’s tallest mountain on her second attempt An 18-year-old high school student from Melbourne became the youngest Australian to climb to the top of Mount Everest on Wednesday. According to her Garmin data and a post
Bolivia's capital under siege as protests deepen crisis for President Paz
Bolivia's President Rodrigo Paz faces a deepening crisis as widespread protests and blockades leave the political capital under siege less than six months after he took office.
Indonesia to bring commodity exports under centralised control, President Prabowo says
Indonesia is the world’s largest exporter of thermal coal and palm oil.
Report: Israel, U.S. planned reinstating former Iran President Ahmadinejad during war
During his tenure as Iran's president, Ahmadinejad fiercely opposed talks with the United States and repeatedly called for the destruction of Israel. Israeli strikes intended to free Ahmadinejad reportedly wounded him, prompting him to abandon the plan
The EU simplifies the AI Act and bans ‘nudifier’ apps
The EU is simplifying its landmark AI Act until 2027 while fast-tracking a ban on ‘nudifier’ apps after fake explicit images of Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni circulated online. Watch the video!
UK aid cuts are a cautionary tale for Europe
The EU should avoid falling into the same trap Britain fell into: funding defence spending by cutting aid, says former British Army Major General Charlie Herbert."There’s no lasting security at home when large parts of the world are consumed by conflict and uncertainty. To
Are Putin and Xi best friends?
Two BBC correspondents break down the China-Russia relationship.
China confirms order for 200 Boeing planes, calls aviation key area for U.S. cooperation
China has agreed to buy 200 Boeing jets, its first major order in nearly a decade, U.S. President Donald Trump said last week.
Sky bridges, citizen science protect endangered Malaysia monkeys
For Malaysia's endangered dusky langurs, survival increasingly depends on man-made crossings.
Watch: Arsenal fans go wild after first Premier League title in 22 years
Thousands of Arsenal F.C. fans gathered outside Emirates Stadium in London to celebrate the club’s first Premier League title in 22 years.
Africa: Star-Studded Refugee Football Team Takes the Pitch for UN
[UN News] A symbolic team of famous footballers with first hand experience of life as a refugee was announced on Tuesday by UNHCR, just weeks ahead of the world's biggest sporting event - the FIFA Men's World Cup.
Africa: Poor Pay Is Holding Back Africa's Biodiversity Research and Reducing Its Contribution to Global Science
[The Conversation Africa] Africa is one of the most biodiverse regions on Earth. But much of its biodiversity remains poorly studied. Research from the continent contributes to less than 1% to global scientific output.
Africa: Higher Interest Rates - Can I Make Them Work for Me?
[The Conversation Africa] When interest rates rise, most people feel the financial pinch as repayments for home loans, car purchases or personal loans increase. This leads to less money for everyday spending and tightens the household budget.
Africa: Ancient Tooth Proteins Suggest Homo Erectus May Have Left a Genetic Legacy in People Today
[The Conversation Africa] For most of the 20th century, the model of human origins was a tree: with the trunk dividing into branches, and then twigs. Each species of human relative (hominin) was a neat, single branch.
Fancy a taste of Finland? Then RSVP to this special foodie invite
Visit Finland is inviting 16 international guests on an all-expenses-paid culinary trip this autumn as it aims to put Finnish cuisine on the global foodie map.
From pretty plants to solar saviours: Small and big ways to keep life-saving bees buzzing
Bees pollinate 75% of the world's key crops.
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Players demand stronger safety rules as experts warn on World Cup heat
Football players from across the world have signed an open letter calling on FIFA to introduce heat safety guarantees before the 2026 World Cup, as health experts warn of dangerous temperatures.
Why Beijing has become essential to the global South
China’s capital has evolved into far more than a traditional political center. In today’s rapidly shifting global order, Beijing represents influence, legitimacy, and strategic relevance on an international scale. Across the Global South and beyond, presidents, prime ministers,
China confirms it will buy 200 Boeing jets after Trump-Xi summit
The two sides will also work towards an extension to the tariffs truce they agreed in October, China's Commerce Ministry said.
Jon Stewart Showers Stephen Colbert With Gifts in Honor of ‘The Late Show’s’ Final Week: ‘Don’t Confuse Cancellation With Failure’
On Tuesday night’s episode of “The Late Show,” Stephen Colbert reunited with Jon Stewart, who showered his former “Daily Show” correspondent with gifts in honor of his final week on CBS. In the opening moments of the interview, Colbert was quick to reminisce about his early
Scientists use DNA from poop to save the world’s rarest marsupial
Scientists in Australia are using cutting-edge DNA techniques to help save one of the world’s rarest marsupials — the critically endangered Gilbert’s potoroo, with fewer than 150 left in the wild. By analyzing tiny traces of DNA in the animals’ scat, researchers uncovered clues
Arsenal wins the Premier League ending 22-year wait after Manchester City draws with Bournemouth
The Gunners have finally secured a Premier League title ending a 22-year wait after City drew with Bournemouth on Tuesday. The north London club now have their eyes set on the UEFA Champions League final, where they face PSG in Budapest for a chance to clinch their maiden title.
US charges three Malaysian state telecoms officials for multimillion-dollar fraud
The trio were charged with wire fraud conspiracy, wire fraud and aggravated identity theft.
5.9-magnitude earthquake hits Amami Islands in south-western Japan
The quake was off the coast of the main island of Okinawa Prefecture at about 50km underground.
Putin-Xi talks revive stalled Russian gas pipeline as Iran war rattles energy markets
Putin is expected to hold talks with Chinese leader Xi Jinping on Wednesday, with the long-stalled Power of Siberia 2 natural gas pipeline topping the agenda.
T. rex’s tiny arms may have evolved for a surprisingly brutal reason
Why did T. rex have such tiny arms? Scientists now think it’s because its giant head became the ultimate hunting tool. Across multiple dinosaur groups, stronger skulls and crushing jaws evolved alongside shrinking forelimbs, especially in predators hunting enormous prey. In
‘Shame and Money’ and ‘Exile’ Director Visar Morina Signs With Cinetic (EXCLUSIVE)
Visar Morina, the filmmaker behind the 2026 Sundance World Cinema Dramatic Competition Jury Prize winner “Shame and Money” has signed with Cinetic for representation. The film is eligible for the 2027 Best International Feature Film category at the Academy Awards thanks to rule
Trump's midterm retribution crusade crescendos with Massie primary defeat: Key takeways
President Trump’s retribution crusade reached a crescendo Tuesday when the president’s endorsee, Ed Gallrein, prevailed in the GOP primary to unseat Rep. Thomas Massie (R-Ky.), extending his winning streak against Republicans who have defied him. Massie, a libertarian-leaning
Japan asks China to ensure citizens’ safety after Shanghai stabbing
Three people were taken to hospital, with Japanese media later reporting two were Japanese.
What time does Lego Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight release in your time zone?
A guide explaining exactly when Lego Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight will release in your time zone and details on how to preload.
Major new gas deal promises ‘flexible’ power – but is it locking Europe into more fossil fuels?
Campaigners are questioning whether French TotalEnergies and Czech EPH’s partnership will really improve Europe’s energy security.
Indonesia’s Prabowo announces 2027 fiscal deficit target range of 1.8% to 2.4% of GDP
President Prabowo Subianto said 2027 gross domestic product growth was targeted at between 5.8% and 6.5%.