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FOCUS: Trump looks for silver linings after China trip as Iran war drags on

Kyodo | 2026-05-17, 10:10

BEIJING - U.S. President Donald Trump sought silver linings after his three-day visit to Beijing, with his approval ratings continuing to slide and the war in Iran proving deeply unpopular at home and abroad. Trump's trip to China, the first by a U.S.

Trump’s massive White House ballroom project derailed after shocking Senate ruling

The News International | 2026-05-17, 10:09

US Senate officials announced on Saturday that they would remove security funding that could be used for Donald Trump’s planned

Africa's Ebola outbreak public health emergency of int'l concern: WHO

China.dot.org | 2026-05-17, 10:07

GENEVA, May 17 (Xinhua) -- The Ebola outbreak caused by the Bundibugyo virus in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) and Uganda constitutes a Public Health Emergency of International Concern, falling short of a "pandemic emergency," the WHO said on its

Iran, Pakistan discuss border security, trade

China.dot.org | 2026-05-17, 10:07

TEHRAN, May 17 (Xinhua) -- Iranian Interior Minister Eskandar Momeni met with his Pakistani counterpart Mohsin Naqvi on Saturday to discuss security, trade and

Roundup: Political cracks mar Eurovision song contest's 70th anniversary

China.dot.org | 2026-05-17, 10:07

VIENNA, May 17 (Xinhua) -- Eurovision Song Contest 2026 concluded with its grand final in Vienna on Saturday, but the event's 70th anniversary was overshadowed by its deepest-ever crisis, as five countries boycotted the competition over Israel's participation,

South Korea says it will pursue all options to avoid Samsung strike

The Hindu | 2026-05-17, 09:59

"Just one day of suspension at Samsung Electronics' semiconductor factory is expected to incur ​direct losses of as much ‌as $667.68 million" ...

WHO declares global health emergency over Ebola outbreak in Congo, Uganda

The Siasat Daily | 2026-05-17, 09:59

Abuja: WHO Director-General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus declared the Ebola disease outbreak in Congo and Uganda a public health emergency of international concern on Sunday, May 17, after more than 300 suspected cases and 88 deaths. In a post on X, the World

Political cracks mar Eurovision song contest's 70th anniversary

Xinhua | 2026-05-17, 09:56

VIENNA, May 17 (Xinhua) -- Eurovision Song Contest 2026 concluded with its grand final in Vienna on Saturday, but the event's 70th anniversary was overshadowed by its deepest-ever crisis, as five countries boycotted the competition over Israel's participation,

Fire breaks out on train in India's Madhya Pradesh, no injuries reported

Xinhua | 2026-05-17, 09:56

NEW DELHI, May 17 (Xinhua) -- A fire broke out Sunday in one of the coaches of a train in the central Indian state of Madhya Pradesh, with no injuries reported,

8 killed, 15 wounded after bus overturns in southern Iran

China.dot.org | 2026-05-17, 09:49

TEHRAN, May 17 (Xinhua) -- At least eight people were killed and 15 others injured after a bus

Iran plans new shipping rules for Strait of Hormuz, signals fees for vessels amid rising tensions

DNA India | 2026-05-17, 09:38

As per a top Iranian official, Tehran is planning to introduce a ...

US-Iran Tensions Rise: Pentagon considers operation epic fury 2.0 following Donald Trump visit to China

DNA India | 2026-05-17, 09:38

US is reportedly preparing fresh military strike plans against Iran as peace talks remain stalled. ...

Trump Savors Bill Cassidy

Newsweek | 2026-05-17, 09:35

President Donald Trump declared that Senator Bill Cassidy’s political career was effectively over after the Louisiana Republican was defeated in a GOP primary by a Trump-endorsed challenger—just days before another critic of the president faces a closely

These countries sight Dhul Hijjah Moon, to celebrate Eid Al Adha 2026 on May 27

Khaleejtimes | 2026-05-17, 09:34

As Muslim countries around the globe gear up to sight the Dhul Hijjah crescent that will indicate the starting date of Eid Al Adha 2026, some countries have already declared the official day of the festival and are set to begin the month tomorrow. Months in

Saudi Arabia deploys 22,000 staff and 88,000 waste units to boost safety, cleanliness and services for Hajj pilgrims

Gulf News | 2026-05-17, 09:31

Dubai: Saudi authorities have announced the completion of extensive preparations for this year’s Hajj season, deploying tens of thousands of workers, smart technologies and operational systems aimed at improving safety, cleanliness and services for

Saudi Arabia announces 1448 AH Umrah season calendar: Key dates for visas, pilgrim entry and departures

Gulf News | 2026-05-17, 09:31

Dubai: Ministry of Hajj and Umrah has announced the Umrah season calendar for the year 1448 AH as part of preparations to receive pilgrims arriving from outside Saudi Arabia under an integrated system of services and care.The ministry said the new calendar

SriLankan Airlines accuses Indian employees of ₹22 million fraud

The Hindu | 2026-05-17, 09:24

It said that Indian law enforcement has been contacted, and investigations are currently ongoing to recover the loss. ...

Nepal’s mountaineer Kami Rita Sherpa climbs Mt. Everest for 32nd time, beats own record

The Hindu | 2026-05-17, 09:24

The Department of Tourism congratulated Sherpa, saying his achievement reflects a significant contribution to Nepal’s mountaineering sector and its international profile ...

Tennessee McDonald's manager has fostered 91 teen girls in 15 years

Journal Gazette | 2026-05-17, 09:23

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FDA drug center acting chief fired after commissioner's exit

Journal Gazette | 2026-05-17, 09:23

The acting head of the U.S. Food and Drug Administration's drug center, Tracy Beth Hoeg, was fired Friday, according to her social media post, and replaced by deputy Michael Davis, the FDA's website shows. Tracy Beth Hoeg, M.D., Ph.D., U.S. Food and Drug

Team qualifier brings 230 pool players to Mattoon with Vegas trip on the line

Journal Gazette | 2026-05-17, 09:23

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