Venice bans large tourist groups and loudspeakers
Groups of more than 25 and loudspeakers are no longer allowed to reduce the impact of mass tourism.
Rishi Sunak’s Rwanda admission sparks legal action from detained asylum seekers
Migrants seek redress for ‘immense distress’ from deportations now thrown into chaos by election announcement
Asylum seekers detained by the Home Office and threatened with deportation to Rwanda are set to take legal action against the government after Rishi Sunak admitted that no flights will take place before the general election.
The Home Office started raiding accommodation and detaining people who arrived at routine immigration-reporting appointments on 29 April in a nationwide push codenamed Operation Vector.
Continue reading...Russia hits Ukraine energy infrastructure in large-scale missile, drone attack – POLITICO Europe
- Russia hits Ukraine energy infrastructure in large-scale missile, drone attack POLITICO Europe
- Russia pounds Ukrainian energy facilities with missile and drone barrage Al Jazeera English
- Russian Missiles Hit Ukraine's Energy System, Again The New York Times
- Russia pounds Ukraine's energy sector, Kyiv urges more air defence assistance Reuters
- At least 19 injured as Russia hits Ukraine's power grid with fresh barrage ABC News
‘Heartsick’ Jennifer Lopez cancels US tour dates
Ticket firm Live Nation says the singer is " taking time off to be with her children, family and close friends".
We need to talk about Zionism
The Listening Post cuts through the confusion about Zionism and anti-Zionism in Western media and politics.
China accuses US of seeking ‘Asia-Pacific Nato’ – Financial Times
- China accuses US of seeking 'Asia-Pacific Nato' Financial Times
- Austin reaffirms U.S. commitment to Indo-Pacific, says region is 'more prosperous when we work together' CNBC
- Pentagon Chief Says War With China Neither Imminent nor Unavoidable The Wall Street Journal
- Shangri-La Dialogue: Pentagon Chief Touts China Talks Bloomberg
- Austin Emphasizes Open Lines of Communication Between U.S., China Militaries Department of Defense
Children among 20 dead in boat accident in Afghanistan’s Nangarhar
Boat carrying at least 25 people sinks while crossing a river in eastern Afghan province.
Why is Kenya investigating alleged abuse by UK soldiers?
Multiple allegations of serious offences, including murder, have hounded British soldiers in Kenya for years.
Mayoral candidate murdered in Mexico two days before election
Upcoming polls to pick legislators, governors and local officials have been marked by a wave of attacks on candidates.
El Salvador’s President Nayib Bukele cements power as he begins second term
After February landslide win, Bukele set to govern for another five years with near-total control of state institutions.
China says it’s ‘hard to meet’ discussions on Russia-Ukraine war, citing problems with arrangements – The Associated Press
UK ambassador in Mexico left post after ‘pointing gun at staff’
A video posted on social media claims to show Jon Benjamin aiming a weapon at another man, while looking down the rifle's sight.
Spain slams Israeli restrictions on Jerusalem consulate – The Times of Israel
- Spain slams Israeli restrictions on Jerusalem consulate The Times of Israel
- Spain, Norway and Ireland formally recognize a Palestinian state as EU rift with Israel widens The Associated Press
- The recognition of Palestine is undermined by support for harmful policies Al Jazeera English
- France may recognize a Palestinian State like other European countries The Jerusalem Post
- Spain, Ireland and Norway recognized a Palestinian state. Here's why it matters. CBS News
Russia pounds Ukrainian energy facilities with missile and drone barrage
Ukrainian officials say the attacks damaged infrastructure in five regions across the country.
Bid for dominance over Asia Pacific tests US, China attempt at detente
US defence chief Lloyd Austin hails a 'new era of security' in the Asia Pacific, drawing a strong pushback from China.
Ukraine Signs Security Agreements with 3 Nordic States – Kyiv Post
- Ukraine Signs Security Agreements with 3 Nordic States Kyiv Post
- Ukraine concludes long-term security deals with Sweden and Norway Reuters
- Ukraine Is Getting Swedish Radar Planes. Expect Russia To Hunt Them. Forbes
- Sweden to donate $1.23 billion in military aid to Ukraine The Associated Press
- Ukraine signs security agreements with Sweden, Iceland and Norway Yahoo! Voices
India’s scorching heat and lack of water leave Delhi’s poor to suffer worst of climate crisis – CNN
- India’s scorching heat and lack of water leave Delhi’s poor to suffer worst of climate crisis CNN
- Delhi seeks Supreme Court direction to Haryana to release water flowing in from Himachal Pradesh to crisis-hit capital The Tribune India
- Delhi residents chase water tanker amid severe water crisis & heatwaves Mint
- Delhi getting more than allocated water from Haryana: DJB The Times of India
- Lt Governor Slams AAP On Delhi Water Crisis, Quotes Mirza Ghalib, Party Reacts NDTV
‘Minority exclusion’: Are Indian Muslims facing voter suppression?
Claims of voter suppression are rising - from names missing from electoral rolls to physical violence.
Preview: USA vs Canada – ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024 opening match
History, reputation and bragging rights will be on the line as USA host Canada in the first match of the T20 World Cup.
On this year’s Global Day of Parents, I still long to be with my children
In a country that claims to be a champion of families, I remain separated from my children due to my political activism.