The image of two superpowers on similar footing was exactly what Chinese President Xi Jinping aimed to achieve with the visit, analysts said.

Two and a half years after the Hamas-led attack against Israel on 7 October 2023, which led to devastating wars in Gaza and Lebanon, the region is engulfed in another deep crisis, not only pitting Iran and its allies in the 'Axis of Resistance' against the United States (US) and Israel, but also drawing in the entire region and carrying severe consequences for the global economy. On 19 May 2026, the Parliament is due to hold question time with the High Representative/Vice-President, Kaja Kallas, on the EU's strategy to address the crises in the Middle East. Source : © European Union, 2026 - EP

Coordinating Minister for Social Policies and Minister for Health Ong Ye Kung will lead the Singapore delegation to the 79th World Health Assembly to be held in Geneva from May 17 (Sunday) to 20.The Ministry of Health (MOH) said in a statement on Friday that the assembly is the World Health Organisation's (WHO) highest decision-making body.«Its annual meetings set out WHO's policies and programmes for the year ahead,» the ministry added, noting that the assembly's attendees include health ministers from WHO member states, the WHO director-general, regional-directors of the six regions and senior officials from member states.Themed «Reshaping global health: A shared responsibility», the assembly will discuss public health issues such as strengthening pandemic prevention, preparedness and response; prevention and control of non-communicable diseases and mental health; and the reform of the global health architecture and the UN80 initiative.

KUALA LUMPUR — The Singapore High Court has granted winding up applications filed for three entities incorporated in the British Virgin Islands and linked to the multibillion-dollar scandal at Malaysian state fund 1Malaysia Development Berhad (1MDB), liquidators recovering assets for 1MDB said on Friday (May 15).The court decision will enable the liquidators to bring further statutory claims, to be filed soon, against Standard Chartered Bank and BSI Bank in Singapore over their roles in allegedly facilitating the 1MDB fraud, they said in a statement.The claims would be pursued in addition to other ongoing legal actions brought against the banks, including those related to allegations of «dishonest assistance, breach of the banks' duties of reasonable skill and care, and/or breach of their banking mandate», the liquidators said.The liquidators have said they were exploring workarounds after Singapore's appeals court in March dismissed their bid to sue the banks for alleged fraud, upholding a lower court ruling.

A 51-year-old man was found dead at the foot of a Housing and Development Board (HDB) block in Toa Payoh on Thursday (May 14) evening. In a post shared on Xiaohongshu the same day, a blue tent can be seen at the scene, with three policemen nearby, and the area cordoned off.Speaking to AsiaOne, an eyewitness who wished to be known only as Lim said she exited from the nearby Toa Payoh MRT station and saw a crowd gathered in the area.Responding to queries from AsiaOne, the police and the Singapore Civil Defence Force (SCDF) said they were alerted to a case of fall from height at Block 175 Lorong 2 Toa Payoh at about 5.40pm. The man was found lying motionless at the foot of the block and was pronounced dead on the spot by an SCDF paramedic.Based on preliminary investigations, the police do not suspect foul play. Investigations are ongoing.

Russia and Ukraine have exchanged 205 POWs with UAE mediation, the Defense Ministry in Moscow has said Read Full Article at RT.com

Des tirs auraient été entendus dans le quartier d'Afarerii, à Papara, déclenchant une vague de signalements sur les réseaux sociaux. La police municipale et la gendarmerie se sont rendues sur place

En marge de l'Africa CEO Forum, le Président de la République, Brice Clotaire Oligui Nguema, a reçu Makhtar Diop, Directeur Général de la Société Financière Internationale. Une rencontre stratégique, au croisement des ambitions économiques du Gabon et des leviers de financement du secteur privé à l'échelle mondiale. Au coeur des échanges, accélérer la transformation économique du pays. La diversification, l'industrialisation, la montée en puissance du secteur privé national, les (...) - ECONOMIE / SUJET_ECRIT_MAISON

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[allAfrica] The central African nation of Chad has entered a phase of acute structural vulnerability that puts it and the wider on a collision path with state collapse. Too long ignored by regional actors and the international community, who have wrongly interpreted prowess on the battlefield with internal stability, the question is no longer simply whether the government of President Mahamat Deby Itno is authoritarian. It is. It is whether he can hold the country together at all.

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Ukrainian drones struck residential buildings in Ryazan, Russia, killing three people and injuring 12 others, according to the governor Read Full Article at RT.com

US policy on Taiwan is “unchanged” and any attempt by China to seize the island by force would be a “terrible mistake,” Marco Rubio has said Read Full Article at RT.com

What was supposed to be a solemn national commemoration of Malawi’s founding president Hastings Kamuzu Banda descended into chaos and deep political division on Thursday after police fired tear gas to disperse supporters of the Malawi Congress Party who were accompanying former president Lazarus Chakwera to Kamuzu Mausoleum in Lilongwe. The ugly scenes unfolded near […] The post Chaos, division rock Kamuzu Day celebrations as government defends teargassing of former president Chakwera appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Yesterday’s chaos at Kamuzu Mausoleum was more than just another political confrontation. It was a national embarrassment. A day that should have united Malawians in remembrance of the country’s founding president instead exposed the deepening toxicity of our politics, the growing intolerance within State institutions and the dangerous collapse of national events into partisan warfare. […] The post Editorial | Teargas cannot build democracy appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Despite heavy police deployments, dozens of arrests and growing public awareness campaigns, the deadly wave of mob violence linked to rumours of disappearing private parts has claimed yet another life in the Lower Shire. Authorities confirmed yesterday that an eighth victim has died in the ongoing attacks that have gripped Chikwawa and Nsanje with fear, […] The post Despite arrests and massive police operation, eighth victim killed in private parts disappearance saga appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

United Transformation Movement (UTM) president Dalitso Kabambe has delivered a strongly worded statement condemning the political chaos and division that marred Kamuzu Day commemorations, warning that Malawi is dangerously drifting towards partisan hostility even during moments meant to unite the nation. In a hard-hitting statement titled “Patriotism Before Partisanship: Reclaiming the Spirit of National Unity,” […] The post UTM President Kabambe breaks silence on Kamuzu Day chaos, warns against ‘politicising national memory’ appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Tension is quietly building inside the Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB), where senior officers have been awarded salary increments of up to 45.9 percent, while lower-graded staff have received as little as 16 percent, leaving the institution struggling to publicly explain the widening gap. Inside sources say the Bureau appears “tongue-tied” and unable to openly address growing […] The post ACB Faces Salary Disparities Row as Senior Staff Get Up to 45.9% Raise While Juniors Receive 16% Increase appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

The Russian servicemen are currently in Belarus, receiving the necessary medical assistance, the Russian Defense Ministry reported

The US president spent three days in China

The US president specified that the parties had reached consensus on a number of issues, signed numerous agreements and settled multiple matters, which would benefit both countries and the entire world

Two multi-story residential buildings were also damaged as a result of the attack on Ryazan

Donald Trump’s current visit to China was a «historic and landmark event,» Xi Jinping said

The image of two superpowers on similar footing was exactly what Chinese President Xi Jinping aimed to achieve with the visit, analysts said.

The father of an 11-year-old boy who died following a dog attack two years ago testified Thursday at the trial of the owner charged in connection with the death.

India has reportedly sought an extension from the US to continue importing Russian oil, with the current waiver expiring May 16. The Congress party has sharply criticized PM Modi, accusing his government of «trading away India’s honour and dignity» and compromising energy security by «groveling before America» for permission.

Known for his outspoken nature, John hasn't held back in recent months with his remarks about his family members, which will no doubt cause some awkward moments.

Despite the growing threat of his premiership collapsing after Wes Streeting's resignation, the PM asked Attorney General Lord Hermer to travel to a summit in Moldova.

A decade ago, Danny Cahalane spelled out his feelings for the new lady in his life: 'Four words: Paris Wilson Beautiful Woman.' Fast forward to 2025 and, thanks to her, he was about to die an ugly death.