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FOCUS: Trump looks for silver linings after China trip as Iran war drags on
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
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
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
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
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
"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
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
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
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
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
As per a top Iranian official, Tehran is planning to introduce a ...
Netherlands returns 11th century Chola Copper Plates to India amid PM Modi\u0026#039;s visit; What is ...
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Who is Golshifteh Farahani? French President Emmanuel Macron caught up in relationship rumours with Iranian ...
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Iran to face \u0026#039;very bad time\u0026#039;? Donald Trump issues fresh warning to Tehran amid rising tensions
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US-Iran Tensions Rise: Pentagon considers operation epic fury 2.0 following Donald Trump visit to China
US is reportedly preparing fresh military strike plans against Iran as peace talks remain stalled. ...
Trump Savors Bill Cassidy
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
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
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
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
Who was Krystal Anderson? Body found in search for missing South Carolina mom 4 years ...
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Who is ‘King of the North’ Andy Burnham? Popular contender to replace Keir Starmer as ...
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Taliban says ‘silence of virgin girl’ can be treated as consent for marriage in Afghanistan: Report
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SriLankan Airlines accuses Indian employees of ₹22 million fraud
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 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
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FDA drug center acting chief fired after commissioner's exit
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
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