Donald Trump has received a spectacular state welcome from China's president Xi Jinping, treated to imperial pomp rarely afforded a US president.

Democrats knew they couldn’t unseat a GOP senator, so they backed an independent and fielded a candidate who promised to drop out if she won. Then it got complicated.

Secretary of State Marco Rubio said the US wants China to play a “more active role” in negotiations with Iran Read Full Article at RT.com

Following a pregnant commuter's disappointment at not being offered a seat on the train, one man has suggested a more «fundamental shift» in public transport campaigns.While he agrees that the current system of fixed priority seats are well-intentioned, Stomp contributor Henry believes this «inadvertently creates a psychological bystander effect».Citing the pregnant commuter's experience, Henry said what bothered him was not just younger, able-bodied commuters refusing to give up priority seats, but passengers on other «non-priority» seats also not doing the same.«By labelling specific seats, we signal that all other seats are exempt from the expectations of basic civic courtesy,» said Henry, who is in his 50s.In his view, this leads to able-bodied passengers remaining glued to their devices, «secure in the knowledge that they are not seated beneath a priority sticker».The Stomp contributor recalled an incident in which a seemingly able-bodied man on a priority seat was engrossed with his phone and did not give up his seat to an elderly commuter in front of him. Henry beckoned the elderly man to take his «non-priority seat».

La FAPE, la fédération des Associations de Protection de l’Environnement « Te Ora Naho », a présenté officiellement ce mercredi les lauréats de la 2ème édition du Fonds Natura Porinetia. 10 projets ont été retenus sur 22. Ainsi 10 associations vont bénéficier de cette subvention qui s’élève cette année à 4 millions cfp. Soit entre 300 000 et 500 000 cfp par association.

«Pas de Starlink à Rapa aux Australes», c’est la décision rendue hier par le tribunal administratif de Papeete. Ce même tribunal qui a rejeté la demande d’une habitante de Rapa de pouvoir commander une antenne et l'utiliser sur son île isolée. Le maire Teiki Watanabe approuve cette décision de justice.

Catherine was met by a crowd of 1,000 people - including a very excited-looking baby - as she arrived for a two-day trip to Reggio Emilia. She hugged schoolchildren and posed for selfies.

An interview with Xiang Lanxin explores why Trump may seek a broader bargain with China and what it could mean for Taiwan, Russia and the EU Read Full Article at RT.com

The US hoped to drive a wedge between Tehran and the Gulf states, Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov said Read Full Article at RT.com

Tamil Nadu CM renews calls to scrap NEET after exam cancellation due to alleged paper leak, citing disadvantages for rural and disadvantaged students. The CBI has arrested five individuals, with investigations pointing to a leak originating in Nashik and spreading through coaching networks. Protests intensify nationwide demanding accountability.

A devastating storm swept through five districts of Uttar Pradesh, claiming at least 33 lives and causing widespread destruction. Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath has ordered immediate relief and compensation for affected families, with district authorities tasked to expedite assistance. Surveys are underway to assess damage to crops, livestock, and homes, as rescue efforts faced disruptions due to the severe weather.

Le gouvernement communique sur l'obligation pour les personnes inscrites au RNS de déclarer leurs revenus avant le 31 mai 2026 même «dans le contexte des débats actuels autour de la réforme du régime des non-salariés (RNS)».

The UK has pledged drones, fighter jets and a destroyer for a potential multinational mission in the Strait of Hormuz Read Full Article at RT.com

The Israeli prime minister visited the UAE at the height of the war on Iran, as the Emirates deepened its involvement in the conflict Read Full Article at RT.com

A leaked memo advises Raphael Glucksmann to prioritize affluent voters ahead of the 2027 French presidential race, Politico has reported Read Full Article at RT.com

Dozens of draft officials kidnapped workers from a construction site in the middle of a workday, a Ukrainian MP has said Read Full Article at RT.com

The US Defense Department has raised the cost of the Iran war to $29 billion, well below analysts’ estimates Read Full Article at RT.com

Zoe Alexander, 36, punched, kicked and bit staff and fellow holidaymakers after knocking back brandy during a nine-hour flight from Manchester to Cuba, a court heard.

The new 'Overnight Visitor Levy Bill', announced in today's King's Speech, will allow English regional mayors to hit tourists with an extra charge on overnight stays.

Catherine was met by a crowd of 1,000 people - including a very excited-looking baby - as she arrived for a two-day trip to Reggio Emilia. She hugged schoolchildren and posed for selfies.

Pete Hegseth, Marco Rubio and Mike Johnson will speak at the event, which centers on the idea that the founders wanted the U.S. to be explicitly Christian.

What happens next