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Day: May 19, 2025

India has withdrawn from the upcoming Asia Cup!

Following escalating military tensions between India and Pakistan, the strain has also seeped into the cricketing world. Initially, India had decided not to face Pakistan in any tournaments, raising concerns about the Asia Cup scheduled for this September. Now, the future of the Asia Cup seems even more uncertain. According to Indian media outlet The […]

Israel Explores Ceasefire and End to Gaza Conflict in Qatar TalksTel Aviv

May 18 – Israeli negotiators in Qatar are considering both a short-term ceasefire and a broader agreement to end the Gaza conflict entirely, marking a potential shift in policy, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s office announced on Sunday.The negotiations include discussions on the Witkoff outline, a proposal attributed to U.S. special envoy Steve Witkoff, which suggests […]

Bill Gates Names Three Careers AI Won’t ReplaceWashington.

May 18 – Tech pioneer Bill Gates has identified three professions that artificial intelligence (AI) will struggle to replace: biologists, energy experts, and programmers. He explained that these roles require creativity, intuition, and complex problem-solving, qualities that current AI systems cannot fully replicate.Speaking at various events, Gates emphasized that while AI excels in data analysis […]

U.S. Prepares for Potential Long-Term Conflict with China Amid Taiwan Tensions

Washington, May 18 – The United States is ramping up preparations for a possible long-term conflict with China, as concerns grow over Beijing’s military ambitions, particularly regarding Taiwan. Senior U.S. officials have warned that a war with China could directly impact American military bases and even the homeland.During a recent briefing at Edwards Air Force […]

Putin-Zelensky Meeting Possible as Peace Talks Progress in IstanbulIstanbul

A direct meeting between Russian President Vladimir Putin and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky may soon take place, depending on tangible progress in ongoing peace negotiations, the Kremlin has stated.The rare face-to-face talks between Russian and Ukrainian officials, held in Istanbul, lasted two hours, marking the first such meeting since 2022. Turkey acted as the mediator, […]

IMF Imposes 11 New Conditionalities on Pakistan for Bailout ProgrammeIslamabad

Pakistan, May 18 – The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has introduced 11 additional conditions for Pakistan as part of its ongoing bailout programme, Pakistan-based Express Tribune reported. The measures aim to ensure fiscal stability and economic reforms amid rising tensions between India and Pakistan.According to an IMF Staff Level report released on Saturday, continued geopolitical […]

Marvel Studios Unveils Trailer for The Fantastic Four: First StepsLos Angeles

April 17, 2025 – Marvel Studios has officially released the trailer for The Fantastic Four: First Steps, offering fans a thrilling first look at the highly anticipated film. Starring Pedro Pascal, Vanessa Kirby, Joseph Quinn, and Ebon Moss-Bachrach, the movie is set to hit theaters on July 25, 2025.The trailer showcases Marvel’s First Family—Reed Richards […]

Britain and U.S. Work to Maintain India-Pakistan Ceasefire Amid Regional Tensions

Pakistan, May 18 – The United Kingdom and the United States are actively collaborating to ensure a lasting ceasefire between India and Pakistan while fostering diplomatic dialogue and confidence-building measures, British Foreign Minister David Lammy stated on Saturday during his visit to Islamabad.The ceasefire, brokered by the U.S. on May 10, follows one of the […]

Colombia: The Most Dangerous Country for Trade Unionists

In July of last year, Jesús Cometa narrowly survived an assassination attempt while driving through Colombia’s Cauca Valley. Armed men on motorbikes opened fire on his vehicle, injuring his bodyguard but leaving Mr. Cometa unharmed. Bullet holes still scar the windshield of his white Renault. Mr. Cometa, a regional leader of Sintrainagro—Colombia’s largest agricultural trade […]

China Slaps 75% Tariff on U.S. Engineering Plastic Imports Despite Trade Truce

China has announced a steep 75% anti-dumping tax on imports of polyformaldehyde copolymers from the United States, escalating trade tensions despite a recently agreed 90-day tariff truce between Washington and Beijing. The Chinese Ministry of Commerce said Sunday that a recent investigation found these imports were being dumped — sold below market value — in […]