Japan’s farm minister apologises over ‘never had to buy rice’ remark amid rising price of food
Farm Minister Taku Etō has apologised after claiming he “never had to buy rice” thanks to gifts from supporters, sparking public anger amid surging food prices. Read more at Read…
Three killed in lightning strike at Cambodia’s Angkor Wat UNESCO temple complex
Authorities have released no information about the strike, but an official on Monday confirmed that the three people killed were all Cambodian nationals. Read more at Read More
First-ever EU-UK summit begins with deals reached on fishing and defence following overnight talks
Talks between the two sides went down to the wire as the EU stuck to its stance that nothing is agreed until everything is agreed and Prime Minister Starmer faces…
‘Parade of the Galaxies’ brings Star Wars fans to Santiago streets
Hundreds of Star Wars fans gathered in Santiago on Saturday for the second “Parade of the Galaxies,” celebrating the iconic saga with elaborate costumes and performances. Read more at Read…
Javier Milei’s party comes first in Buenos Aires election upset
In a boost for the party ahead of October’s midterms, the Argentinian president’s spokesperson, Manuel Adorni, secured 30.1% of the vote. Read more at Read More
Shifting sands: Who can the Middle East turn to after USAID funding cuts?
As USAID moves its regional bureau to Cairo, Euronews asks how the Trump administration’s gutting of humanitarian – but not military — assistance to Egypt and Jordan could affect the…
China’s economy slows in April as trade war blues hit retail sales and housing
China’s economy showed signs of slowing in April as President Donald Trump’s trade war took a toll, with retail sales, property and investment coming in weaker than economists had forecast.…
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Fact check: Is Kevin Spacey really being honoured at Cannes?
Kevin Spacey is about to touch down on the Croisette to receive a lifetime achievement award on Tuesday. But before you cry out that Cannes Film Festival has lost its…
Fake news claiming Burkina Faso detained French spy spreads virally online
Anti-Western disinformation is rampant in Burkina Faso and the wider Sahel, with analysts and governments claiming pro-Russian campaigns are undermining stability. Read More