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Taiwan's economy is booming on the back of AI and semiconductor demand, with GDP growth of 8.63% in 2025 and 13.69% in early 2026. But the benefits are not reaching all citizens, as wealth inequality grows and the sector employs a small fraction of the workforce.
The United States is expected to inform NATO allies of significant reductions in its military contributions available for European defense in a crisis, including cuts to fighter jets, warships, and submarines. The move, reported by multiple outlets, reflects Washington's push for Europe to assume primary responsibility for its own security.
Belgian prosecutors are pursuing criminal charges against two mohels for performing ritual circumcision, a move that 45 European Jewish leaders and international officials have condemned as antisemitic and an infringement on religious freedom. The controversy has also reignited debates over the safety of certain circumcision practices, with some calling for reforms to protect the tradition.
In her inaugural public speech, GCHQ Director Anne Keast-Butler is set to warn that Russia is relentlessly targeting UK infrastructure, democratic processes, supply chains, and public trust, while China's rapid technological advancements narrow the window for Western countermeasures. She will also reveal new intelligence estimating that nearly half a million Russian soldiers have been killed in Ukraine.
The parliament of Bosnia's Serb entity has approved a resolution calling for the abolition of the Office of the High Representative, a key institution established under the Dayton Agreement. The move comes amid ongoing disputes over the legitimacy of the current High Representative, Christian Schmidt, and warnings from Bosnian Serb leader Milorad Dodik about potential referendums on EU integration.
Russian officials have issued a series of warnings about escalating nuclear risks, citing NATO's growing capabilities, EU militarization, and France's nuclear ambitions. Deputy Foreign Minister Sergey Ryabkov and other officials emphasized Russia's readiness to counter threats through military and technical means.
Russian officials have condemned the West's reaction to the Ukrainian strike on a college in Starobelsk, accusing Western media of bias and questioning CNN's reporting. They also addressed nuclear deterrence, Armenia's geopolitical choices, and potential retaliatory strikes.
Lionel Messi has been diagnosed with muscle fatigue in his left hamstring after being substituted in Inter Miami's 6-4 win over Philadelphia Union. Argentina coach Lionel Scaloni said the initial news is 'not that bad', while Inter Miami said recovery will depend on his clinical and functional progress.
US President Donald Trump has demanded that several Muslim-majority nations, including Saudi Arabia, Qatar, and Pakistan, sign the Abraham Accords as part of a potential deal to end the Iran war. The proposal has met with resistance from Pakistan, skepticism from Gulf states, and criticism from analysts who question its timing and logic.
A heat dome of warm air from northern Africa has pushed temperatures to record highs for May in France and the UK, with forecasters warning of an unusually early and prolonged heatwave across western Europe. Scientists link the intensifying extremes to human-driven climate change, noting Europe is warming faster than the global average.
Twenty years after its inauguration, Berlin Hauptbahnhof stands as a symbol of German reunification and architectural ambition. Built on a historically charged site near the former Berlin Wall, the station connects east-west and north-south rail lines. The design by Meinhard von Gerkan faced cost-cutting alterations, leading to a legal battle he won.
WiseTech has started informing staff of redundancies tied to AI advancements, with around 190 Australian employees flagged for job cuts and 2,000 roles to be eliminated globally. The company faces criticism over transparency, and its founder has alleged 'vitriol' in internal chats, while the union demands fair packages.
A new analysis explores how Pakistan's national narrative, long rooted in a state-curated Islamic identity, is being reimagined as a continuation of the ancient Indus civilisation. The shift follows decades of internal conflict and intellectual challenges, and is reflected in recent educational reforms and historical reinterpretations.
Slovak President Peter Pellegrini and Prime Minister Robert Fico have called for renewed dialogue between the EU and Russia to prevent escalation following a drone crash in Romania. Fico also claimed to be the only EU leader maintaining direct contact with both Moscow and Kyiv, urging a diplomatic path to end the conflict in Ukraine.
Slovak Parliament Deputy Speaker Tibor Gaspar warns that Slovakia faces its worst economic times due to EU policies, citing rising energy costs, the Green Deal, and declining competitiveness. He also highlights Germany's auto industry troubles and the impact of militarization on the EU economy.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky dismissed German Chancellor Friedrich Merz’s proposal for EU associate membership, calling it unfair and leaving Ukraine 'voiceless'. He urged full membership, citing the removal of Hungary’s Viktor Orban as an opportunity for progress.
Russian officials have accused Western media outlets and the EU of ignoring a deadly drone attack on a vocational college in Starobelsk, Lugansk People’s Republic, which Moscow attributes to Ukrainian forces. Russian authorities invited international journalists to the site, with over 50 reporters from 19 countries reportedly attending, while the BBC declined and CNN did not respond. Casualty figures vary across reports, and the EU has not issued a formal statement on the incident.
Analyses in the Buenos Aires Times highlight Argentina's rigid federal revenue-sharing system, which has resisted reform for nearly four decades, and criticize the Milei government's fiscal approach to universities and infrastructure as insufficient for economic transformation.
The World Health Organization has upgraded its risk assessment for the Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo to 'very high' at the national level, with 82 confirmed cases and nearly 750 suspected cases. The Bundibugyo strain has no approved vaccine or treatment, prompting concerns over the spread and response efforts.
Pro-Palestinian activists deported after their Gaza-bound flotilla was intercepted by Israeli forces have alleged abuse, including sexual assault and rape, while in detention. Organizers report at least 15 cases, while Israel's prison service denies the allegations. Several governments have expressed concern and are investigating possible crimes.