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Chinese activist held in Bangkok finds Canada refuge

Chinese activist Zhang Xinyan has arrived in Canada after months living in fear of deportation at a Bangkok detention centre, and supporters say others like her remain under threat in Thailand.

Oil extends gains and stocks fall on fresh Hormuz worries

Oil prices extended gains and stocks fell further on Friday amid fading optimism over a deal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, as reports said Iran was planning to block US and Israeli ships from the waterway as part of a deal with Oman.

Venezuela's political transition talks wrap first day in Caracas

US-backed political transition talks between Venezuela's interim government and opposition representatives began Thursday in Caracas, an AFP photographer in attendance observed.

Houthi missile attacks kill 58 Saudi-backed Yemeni govt forces: source

Yemen's Iran-backed Houthis killed at least 58 government troops in missile and drone attacks on Thursday, a military source said, in one of the deadliest days of the country's civil war in four years.

China missile test top of agenda as Pacific diplomats meet in Fiji

New Zealand and other Pacific nations pushed Friday for a joint statement condemning China's recent test of a nuclear-capable missile but faced resistance as the region's top diplomats met for an annual confab in Fiji.

Thousands protest private property legislation in Argentina

Protesters clashed with police as thousands of people braved stormy weather to demonstrate against a controversial private property bill outside the Argentine Senate on Thursday.

Venezuela's political transition talks launch in Caracas

US-backed political transition talks between Venezuela's interim government and opposition representatives began Thursday in Caracas, an AFP photographer in attendance observed.

Venezuela's political transition talks start: AFP

US-backed political transition talks between Venezuela's interim government and opposition representatives began Thursday in Caracas, an AFP photographer in attendance observed.

UN chief denounces Russia, Ukraine for civilian deaths

United Nations chief Antonio Guterres on Thursday condemned both sides for attacks on civilian areas as Ukraine and Russia kept up their artillery war.

Taiwan blocks key bridge in drill for potential Chinese invasion

Taiwanese troops used concrete barriers, barbed wire and Hesco walls to block a key bridge near Taipei on Thursday in a drill to stop invading Chinese forces attempting to advance on the capital.

Migrant children risk abuse on streets of Ceuta, aid groups warn

Hundreds of unaccompanied children are at risk of abuse and exploitation as they sleep rough on the streets of Ceuta after taking part in the mass migrant entry into the Spanish territory a week ago, aid groups warned Thursday.

Oil price shoots up as stocks tread water

Oil prices barrelled ahead again Thursday, extending their volatile run, while global stock markets were stuck as investors assessed corporate earnings, with tech firms back under pressure.

Rheinmetall sales keep surging despite cancelled naval frigate project

German weapons maker Rheinmetall said Thursday it expects to lose around 300 million euros ($346 million) on Berlin's surprise decision to scrap a major naval frigate programme, but hopes to offset the losses with new partnerships.

Suspected Ebola death on boat heading for DR Congo capital

A suspected Ebola death has been reported on a boat heading for Kinshasa, which has so far avoided the outbreak raging in DR Congo's east and northeast, authorities said Thursday.

UK clears Paramount's takeover of Warner Bros

Britain on Thursday gave the green light to Paramount Skydance's $110 billion takeover of Warner Bros. Discovery, as the entertainment and media mega-deal still faces a key hurdle in the United States.

North Korea fires ballistic missile: South Korea military

North Korea fired a short-range ballistic missile over the Sea of Japan on Thursday, Seoul's military said, with the launch coming after Pyongyang lambasted Japan's military build-up in the Pacific.

Israel reports troop deaths as Lebanon talks underway in Rome

Israel reported on Thursday its first military fatalities in southern Lebanon in more than a month, after carrying out fresh strikes despite ongoing US-backed talks in Rome aimed at ending hostilities.

India youth protests highlight mistrust in 'lapdog' media

Journalists covering last month's youth-led protests in India became targets of public anger and attacks over their perceived support for the government, exposing a deepening crisis of trust in traditional broadcasters.

Pacific islands alarmed by Trump-backed push for deep-sea mining

A Pacific island leader says there were "no consultations" before the US announced swathes of nearby ocean could be auctioned for deep-sea mining exploration, telling AFP the industry faced strong opposition among his people.

Myanmar ex-junta chief on first Thailand trip as civilian leader

Myanmar's ex-junta chief Min Aung Hlaing makes his first visit to Thailand as civilian leader on Thursday, as he seeks a return to the diplomatic fold for his pariah state.

AFP journalist to be honored at International Press Freedom Awards

AFP journalist Christina Assi, who lost a leg in an Israeli strike while reporting from the Lebanese border, will be honored at the International Press Freedom Awards, the Committee to Protect Journalists said Wednesday.

Turkish MPs back limited amnesty for Kurdish militants

A majority of Turkish MPs on Wednesday backed limited and conditional amnesty for PKK Kurdish militants, a first legislative step to end decades of deadly fighting.

US indicts leaders of Mexico's CJNG cartel, ups reward money

The United States announced charges on Wednesday against several high-ranking members of one of Mexico's most powerful drug cartels and increased reward money for the capture of its leaders to more than $100 million.

Noosha Aubel: Klarar hon av Potsdams problem?

Noosha Aubel tillträdde med ett stort förtroende. I den avgörande omröstningen fick hon 72,9 procent av rösterna. För att få en fullständig bild måste man dock också beakta att endast 42,5 procent av de röstberättigade deltog. Detta berodde uppenbarligen på hennes föregångare Mike Schuberts (53, SPD / Tysklands socialdemokratiska parti) sätt att sköta sitt ämbete. Aubel själv ville inte ha någon hundradagars respitperiod efter sitt tillträde den 24 oktober 2025. Politik, så löd hennes högtflygande ambition, ska vara tillgänglig, transparent och effektiv, och förvaltningen modern och mänsklig. Den som väcker sådana förväntningar får inte klaga över att tidigt bli bedömd utifrån sina egna utfästelser.

Noosha Aubel: Czy poradzi sobie z problemami Poczdamu?

Noosha Aubel rozpoczęła swoją kadencję, ciesząc się ogromnym zaufaniem wyborców. W drugiej turze wyborów uzyskała 72,9 procent głosów. Aby jednak w pełni ocenić tę sytuację, należy również uwzględnić fakt, że w wyborach wzięło udział zaledwie 42,5 procent uprawnionych do głosowania. Było to najwyraźniej spowodowane sposobem sprawowania urzędu przez jej poprzednika, Mike’a Schuberta (53 lata, SPD / Socjaldemokratyczna Partia Niemiec). Sama Aubel po objęciu urzędu 24 października 2025 roku nie chciała korzystać ze stu dni karencji. Polityka, zgodnie z jej ambitnym postulatem, powinna być przystępna, przejrzysta i skuteczna, a administracja – nowoczesna i ludzka. Kto budzi takie oczekiwania, nie może narzekać, że wcześnie jest oceniany na podstawie własnych zapowiedzi.

Noosha Aubel: Είναι σε θέση να αντιμετωπίσει τα προβλήματα του Πότσδαμ;

Η Noosha Aubel ανέλαβε τα καθήκοντά της με μεγάλη εμπιστοσύνη. Στον δεύτερο γύρο των εκλογών έλαβε το 72,9% των ψήφων. Για να κατανοήσουμε πλήρως το πλαίσιο, πρέπει όμως να σημειώσουμε ότι συμμετείχε μόνο το 42,5% των εκλογέων. Αυτό οφειλόταν προφανώς στη θητεία του προκατόχου της, Mike Schubert (53, SPD / Σοσιαλδημοκρατικό Κόμμα της Γερμανίας). Η ίδια η Aubel, μετά την ανάληψη των καθηκόντων της στις 24 Οκτωβρίου 2025, δεν ήθελε περίοδο χάριτος εκατό ημερών. Η πολιτική, σύμφωνα με τη μεγαλόστομη δήλωσή της, πρέπει να είναι προσιτή, διαφανής και αποτελεσματική, ενώ η διοίκηση πρέπει να είναι σύγχρονη και ανθρώπινη. Όποιος δημιουργεί τέτοιες προσδοκίες, δεν πρέπει να παραπονιέται που αξιολογείται νωρίς με βάση τις δικές του δηλώσεις.

Noosha Aubel: Zvládne problémy Postupimi?

Noosha Aubelová nastoupila do funkce s velkou důvěrou voličů. Ve druhém kole voleb získala 72,9 procenta hlasů. Pro úplný kontext je však třeba uvést, že se voleb zúčastnilo pouze 42,5 procenta oprávněných voličů. To bylo zjevně způsobeno působením jejího předchůdce Mikea Schuberta (53, SPD / Sociálnědemokratická strana Německa). Samotná Aubelová po svém nástupu do úřadu 24. října 2025 nechtěla žádnou stodenní lhůtu na rozběh. Politika by podle jejího velkolepého prohlášení měla být přístupná, transparentní a účinná, správa pak moderní a lidská. Kdo vzbuzuje takové očekávání, nesmí si stěžovat, že je brzy posuzován podle svých vlastních slibů.

Brazil hits new diplomatic lows with US and Argentina

Visas are being denied, insults are flying, and ambassadors are caught in the crossfire: Two months before Brazil's election, diplomatic tensions are flaring between President Lula's leftist administration and the right-wing governments of Argentina and the United States.

Russian barrage on Kyiv kills 17 as Ukraine calls for more interceptors

Russian missile and drone strikes killed at least 17 people and wounded dozens more in Kyiv and the surrounding region overnight, authorities said Wednesday.

Leftist Democrat urges unity after victory in Michigan

Left-wing insurgent Abdul El-Sayed called for Democratic unity Wednesday after narrowly defeating the party establishment's candidate in Michigan and claiming the nomination for one of November's most important US Senate races.

Israeli forces raid Palestinian refugee camp near Jerusalem

Israeli forces on Wednesday raided a Palestinian refugee camp next to Jerusalem where tensions have been growing as residents fear eviction, with eight people reported injured.

Leftist Democrat wins stunning primary victory in crucial Michigan

A leftist insurgent Democrat defeated the party establishment's candidate to score a stunning win Wednesday in the primary race for the Senate after harnessing popular discontent and anti-Israel sentiment.

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Chinese activist held in Bangkok finds Canada refuge

Oil extends gains and stocks fall on fresh Hormuz worries

Venezuela's political transition talks wrap first day in Caracas

Houthi missile attacks kill 58 Saudi-backed Yemeni govt forces: source

China missile test top of agenda as Pacific diplomats meet in Fiji

Thousands protest private property legislation in Argentina

Venezuela's political transition talks launch in Caracas

Venezuela's political transition talks start: AFP

UN chief denounces Russia, Ukraine for civilian deaths

Taiwan blocks key bridge in drill for potential Chinese invasion

Migrant children risk abuse on streets of Ceuta, aid groups warn

Oil price shoots up as stocks tread water

Rheinmetall sales keep surging despite cancelled naval frigate project

Suspected Ebola death on boat heading for DR Congo capital

UK clears Paramount's takeover of Warner Bros

North Korea fires ballistic missile: South Korea military

Israel reports troop deaths as Lebanon talks underway in Rome

India youth protests highlight mistrust in 'lapdog' media

Pacific islands alarmed by Trump-backed push for deep-sea mining

Myanmar ex-junta chief on first Thailand trip as civilian leader

AFP journalist to be honored at International Press Freedom Awards

Turkish MPs back limited amnesty for Kurdish militants

US indicts leaders of Mexico's CJNG cartel, ups reward money

Noosha Aubel: Klarar hon av Potsdams problem?

Noosha Aubel: Czy poradzi sobie z problemami Poczdamu?

Noosha Aubel: Είναι σε θέση να αντιμετωπίσει τα προβλήματα του Πότσδαμ;

Noosha Aubel: Zvládne problémy Postupimi?

Brazil hits new diplomatic lows with US and Argentina

Russian barrage on Kyiv kills 17 as Ukraine calls for more interceptors

Leftist Democrat urges unity after victory in Michigan

Israeli forces raid Palestinian refugee camp near Jerusalem

Leftist Democrat wins stunning primary victory in crucial Michigan