‘Mindless’ damage: Two convicted of cutting down historic Sycamore Gap tree
In 2023, the pair cut down the almost 200-year-old tree on Hadrian's Wall in northern England.
Trump’s Tariffs Are Unbelievable. Literally. – Barron’s
- Trump’s Tariffs Are Unbelievable. Literally. Barron's
- Whiplash reversals mean Trump’s erratic trade policy is as clear as mud The Guardian
- In Trump's circle, some expect high tariffs even after trade deals Reuters
- The Impending Doom of Trump’s Trade War The Atlantic
- Trump’s lifelong belief in tariffs is about to face its acid test CNN
Slovakian and Serbian leaders defy EU to attend Russian military parade
Robert Fico and Aleksandar Vučić accept Vladimir Putin’s invitation to attend Victory Day celebrations
Despite warnings from European Union officials, Slovakia’s Moscow-friendly prime minister, Robert Fico, shook hands with Vladimir Putin at the Kremlin before becoming the only EU leader to attend Russia’s 9 May parade of military forces waging war on Ukraine.
The Serbian president, Aleksandar Vučić, whose country aspires to join the 27-nation union, also accepted the Russian president’s invitation to attend the annual Victory Day celebrations marking the defeat of Nazi Germany in the second world war.
Continue reading...France, Poland pledge mutual defence in new cooperation treaty – France 24
- France, Poland pledge mutual defence in new cooperation treaty France 24
- Poland to Open Way for French Nuclear Shield Talks With a Treaty Bloomberg.com
- European leaders attending Russia parade ‘bring shame’ on themselves, Tusk says – as it happened The Guardian
- UPDATE: France will come to Poland’s aid if it is directly under threat, vows Macron TVP World
- Poland and France deepen defence ties amid doubts over U.S. support Reuters
‘No option left other than full blown war’, says Pakistan’s Khawaja Asif amid escalating tensions with India – Firstpost
US confirms plan for private firms to deliver Gaza aid despite UN alarm
UN agencies say they will not co-operate with the proposed system because it appears to "weaponise" aid.
US confirms plan for private firms to deliver Gaza aid despite UN alarm
UN agencies say they will not co-operate with the proposed system because it appears to "weaponise" aid.
US confirms plan for private firms to deliver Gaza aid despite UN alarm – BBC
- US confirms plan for private firms to deliver Gaza aid despite UN alarm BBC
- Scoop: UAE tells Israel it won't work with new Gaza aid mechanism "as it stands" Axios
- Amid Blockade, Trump and Israel Mull Divisive Aid Plan For Gaza The New York Times
- Security forces kill PIJ leader in Jenin, Iran to continue nuclear talks with US The Jerusalem Post
- US foundation eyes takeover of Gaza aid Al Jazeera
How can India and Pakistan find a way to de-escalate?
India and Pakistan both blame each other for escalating military tensions.
Putin leads Victory Day celebration in Moscow under tight security
Putin used his speech to tie Russia's three-year war in Ukraine to the war against Nazi Germany 80 years ago.
Poland and France sign “groundbreaking” treaty, including mutual security guarantees – Notes From Poland
- Poland and France sign "groundbreaking" treaty, including mutual security guarantees Notes From Poland
- Poland and France deepen defence ties amid doubts over U.S. support Reuters
- Poland to Open Way for French Nuclear Shield Talks With a Treaty Bloomberg.com
- France, Poland pledge mutual defence in new cooperation treaty France 24
- European leaders attending Russia parade ‘bring shame’ on themselves, Tusk says – as it happened The Guardian
Will Trump recognize a Palestinian state? Gulf analysts weigh in ahead of Mideast summit – Ynetnews
- Will Trump recognize a Palestinian state? Gulf analysts weigh in ahead of Mideast summit Ynetnews
- Opinion | This Israeli Government Is Not Our Ally The New York Times
- Why Trump is focusing on business deals on his Middle East trip NPR
- MAGA meets MBS The Economist
- Scoop: Trump to hold summit with Gulf leaders during Saudi Arabia trip Axios
EU ministers back Ukrainian tribunal to try Russian officials
The tribunal will hold Russian President Vladimir Putin and his ministers to account for the invasion of Ukraine.
Syria’s Druze divided as sectarian tensions linger after violence
Agreements to halt fighting ease tensions, but fear and mistrust linger among Druze in post-Assad Syria.
Ultrasound diagnosis could lead to faster treatment of endometriosis
New guidelines call for non-invasive test methods to be offered to patients to avoid long waits for surgical diagnosis
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People showing symptoms of endometriosis should be offered diagnosis options such as ultrasound so they receive treatment sooner, according to updated guidelines.
Endometriosis can take years to be diagnosed, as it has previously meant waiting for a surgical procedure to make the diagnosis.
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Continue reading...Queensland government held 21-minute consultation on puberty blocker ban at same time it announced decision
Exclusive: Legal challenge launched as expert says an alleged failure to conduct ‘genuine’ consultations could lead to ban being overturned
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The legality of Queensland’s ban on puberty blockers has been questioned after it was revealed the state government undertook 21 minutes of internal consultation at the same time as a press conference announcing the decision.
According to one administrative law expert, an alleged failure to conduct “genuine” consultation could lead to it being overturned in a legal challenge launched this week.
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Continue reading...China’s J-10 ‘Dragon’ shows teeth in India-Pakistan combat debut – Financial Times
Locals dispute Indian claim Muridke mosque was ‘terror training camp’
Residents of Muridke, Pakistan held Friday prayers at a bombed-out mosque that was targeted by the Indian military.
US Air Force and Navy hold massive show of force with ‘elephant walk’ at Japan’s Kadena – USA Today
- US Air Force and Navy hold massive show of force with 'elephant walk' at Japan's Kadena USA Today
- US Air Force and Navy parade dozens of warplanes in Pacific 'elephant walk' USA Today
- Kadena Sends ‘Message You Can’t Ignore’ with Huge Elephant Walk Air & Space Forces Magazine
- US Stages Massive Show of Force at Frontline Base in Pacific Newsweek
- US Air Force and Navy ‘elephant walk’ in Japan could be ‘largest seen’ The Independent
New pope will lead like Francis, “right down the middle”
The brother of Pope Leo XIV explains why the world will be watching the first American to lead the Catholic Church.