European Heritage Days: explore the past, protect our future

  This weekend’s European Heritage Days offers you a chance to take a wander around some of Europe’s finest buildings and cultural sites for free. The theme of European Heritage Days 2025 is ‘architectural heritage’. Buildings that are often closed to the public for the rest of the year will open their doors on 13 […]

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Microsoft and OpenAI Move Toward Revised Partnership Terms Amid Restructuring Plans

OpenAI has signed a non-binding memorandum of understanding with Microsoft to renegotiate terms of their existing partnership, as the artificial intelligence company prepares for internal restructuring. The agreement signals both parties’ intent to reaffirm and potentially expand their collaboration in the evolving AI landscape. While details of the revised terms remain undisclosed, the move reflects […]

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Giorgio Armani’s Heirs Directed to Sell Minority Stake in Fashion Empire

Following a lifetime of independence in the fashion industry, the late Italian designer Giorgio Armani has posthumously instructed his heirs to sell a 15% minority stake in his global fashion empire. The directive, outlined in his will, prioritizes potential buyers from among three major corporations: French luxury conglomerate LVMH, eyewear leader Essilor-Luxottica, and cosmetics giant […]

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Myanmar Man Sentenced to Hard Labor for Election Criticism

Ko Nay Thway, a Myanmar citizen, has been sentenced to seven years of hard labor for publicly criticizing the military government’s upcoming parliamentary elections, according to state-run media reports released Wednesday. The conviction stems from a now-deleted social media post on his account “Lashio Baegyi,” in which Nay Thway shared footage of a violent car […]

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Chinese Drugmaker Stocks Slide Amid Fears of U.S. Regulatory Action

Shares of major Chinese pharmaceutical companies declined sharply this week following reports of a potential regulatory clampdown by U.S. authorities. The sell-off was triggered by growing concerns over increased scrutiny of Chinese drug exports and supply chain practices. Investors reacted to speculation that Washington may impose tighter controls on imports of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) […]

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International Gaza-Bound Flotillas Call for End to Blockade and Renewed Diplomacy Amid Shifting Public Sentiment

International activists have launched a series of Gaza-bound flotillas aimed at breaking Israel’s blockade, delivering humanitarian aid, and demanding an immediate ceasefire. The initiative reflects growing global frustration over the escalating violence and the deteriorating humanitarian situation in Gaza. Initially, widespread international sympathy leaned heavily toward Israel following the October 2023 Hamas-led attacks and hostage […]

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Plane Carrying Detained South Korean Workers Lands in Incheon

A chartered flight carrying over 300 South Korean workers landed safely at Incheon International Airport on Friday, following their release from several days of detention in the United States. The workers had been held by U.S. immigration authorities amid an investigation into alleged visa irregularities involving subcontracted labor. South Korean officials confirmed the group’s return […]

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Protest in Ecuador Ends in Clashes Amid Referendum Tensions

A protest march led by social organizations in Quito, Ecuador, ended in clashes with police this week as public frustration mounted over President Daniel Noboa’s proposed national referendum. Demonstrators voiced concerns over rising unemployment, inadequate educational support, and poor infrastructure, accusing the government of prioritizing non-essential spending. The march, which drew hundreds to the capital’s […]

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Bans on Highly Toxic Pesticides Can Significantly Reduce Suicide Deaths

Excerpts from article By Hannah Ritchie | Edited for clarity and brevity Suicide remains a leading global health concern, with over 700,000 deaths each year. In low- and middle-income countries, pesticide self-poisoning is a common method — accounting for an estimated 14% to 20% of all suicide deaths, or roughly 100,000 to 150,000 lives annually. […]

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Hyundai Announce Delays at Georgia Battery Plant Construction Following Worker Detentions

Hyundai has announced a delay of up to three months in the construction of its electric vehicle battery plant in Georgia, attributing the setback to the recent detention and deportation of hundreds of workers during a federal immigration raid. The raid, which targeted subcontracted labor at the facility, led to significant disruptions in the workforce, […]

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