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Wed, May 20

7 briefs

Published 3 days ago • DW - Asia • via dw.com

Taiwan's Lai Ching-te Reaffirms Sovereignty Amid China Pressure

Taiwan's Vice President Lai Ching-te has reaffirmed the island's sovereignty and commitment to a stronger defense in response to external pressures from China and comments from US President Donald Trump regarding arms sales.

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Published 3 days ago • Al Jazeera (EN) - All • via aljazeera.com

Ebola Outbreak in Eastern DR Congo Raises Alarm

An Ebola outbreak in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo is causing widespread fear as the number of suspected cases and deaths continues to rise.

Published 3 days ago • ABC News - Top Stories • via abcnews.com

Key Takeaways from Recent Primaries

Recent primary elections have highlighted the influence of former President Trump within the Republican Party, as he successfully challenged key party figures.

Published 3 days ago • DW - Top Stories • via dw.com

US to Reduce Troops in Europe

The Pentagon announced plans to reduce the number of US troops stationed in Europe to levels seen before Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine.

Published 3 days ago • France24 English - Europe • via france24.com

EU Finalizes Trade Pact with the US Amid Tariff Threats

The European Union has reached a provisional agreement on a trade pact with the United States, responding to President Trump's threats of new tariffs.

Published 3 days ago • BBC News - Top Stories • via bbc.com

Casualties Rise in Israeli Air Strikes on Lebanon

Recent Israeli air strikes have resulted in significant casualties in Lebanon, with reports indicating at least 19 deaths in a single incident.

Published 3 days ago • The New York Times - US • via nytimes.com

Trump-Backed Candidate Defeats Incumbent in Kentucky Primary

Ed Gallrein, endorsed by former President Donald Trump, has won the Republican primary against incumbent Representative Thomas Massie in Kentucky.

Tue, May 19

17 briefs

Published 3 days ago • ABC News - Top Stories • via abcnews.com

Primary Election Updates

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Published 3 days ago • The Guardian - UK • via theguardian.com

Taiwan Travelogue Wins International Booker Prize

Taiwan Travelogue, a novel by Yáng Shuāng-zǐ, has made history by becoming the first book originally written in Mandarin Chinese to win the International Booker Prize.

Published 3 days ago • The New York Times - Home Page • via nytimes.com

Senate Advances Resolution on Trump’s Iran War Powers

The U.S. Senate has voted to advance a resolution that would require President Trump to end military hostilities in Iran unless he secures congressional authorization.

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Published 3 days ago • Al Jazeera (EN) - All • via aljazeera.com

Trump Unveils Plans for New White House Ballroom

President Donald Trump has provided details about a new ballroom at the White House, emphasizing its security features and funding sources.

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Published 3 days ago • Al Jazeera (EN) - All • via aljazeera.com

NAACP Calls for Boycott of Southern Universities Over Voting Rights

The NAACP has initiated a campaign urging Black athletes and their supporters to boycott athletic programs at public universities in southern states due to recent voting rights issues.

Published 3 days ago • France24 English - Africa • via france24.com

Ebola Outbreak in DRC and Uganda

The World Health Organization warns that the ongoing Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo is unlikely to be resolved soon, with indications that the situation may be more severe than currently reported.

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Published 3 days ago • The Guardian - UK • via theguardian.com

Investigation Underway After Woman Falls to Death in Open Manhole

A New York woman died after falling into an open maintenance hole in Manhattan, prompting an investigation into the incident.

Published 3 days ago • The New York Times - Home Page • via nytimes.com

Trump Showcases White House Ballroom Construction Amid Global Turmoil

President Trump provided a tour of the construction site for his White House ballroom, emphasizing its significance to him during a time of global unrest.

Published 3 days ago • The New York Times - Home Page • via nytimes.com

I.R.S. Audits of Trump and Family Halted

The Justice Department has announced that the I.R.S. will cease audits of President Trump and his family as part of a compensation fund agreement.

Published 3 days ago • Deutsche Welle English - Top • via dw.com

Hungary's New Prime Minister Aims to Repair Relations with Poland

Hungary's new Prime Minister Peter Magyar is set to visit Warsaw with the goal of improving bilateral relations with Poland.

Published 3 days ago • DW - Top Stories • via dw.com

Record Auction for Pollock at Christie's

The work from the collection of publishing magnate S.I.

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Published 3 days ago • The Guardian - World • via theguardian.com

Trump's Approach to Iran Conflict

President Trump is increasingly relying on Middle Eastern allies to navigate the complexities of the ongoing conflict with Iran, as efforts to establish a peace plan remain stalled.

A aljazeera.com

Published 3 days ago • Al Jazeera (EN) - All • via aljazeera.com

Trump’s Board of Peace Calls for Urgent Funding for Gaza

Trump’s Board of Peace has highlighted a significant funding gap affecting humanitarian efforts in Gaza, urging immediate action to address the shortfall.

Published 3 days ago • BBC News - US & Canada • via bbc.com

San Diego Mosque Attack Update

Five people, including two suspects, are dead following a gun attack on a San Diego mosque. 34||h=1&&(this.target=t[0]),t.length>=2&&(this.opts=t[1]);var n,r=this.opts||{},i=this.target;if("string"==typeof i?n=i:"object"==typeof i&&i instanceof y?n=i.url:window.URL&&"object"==typeof i&&i instanceof URL&&(n=i.href),o(this,n),"data"!==this.params.protocol){var s=(""+(i&&i instanceof y&&i.method||r.method||"GET")).toUpperCase();this.params.method=s,this.txSize=m(r.body)||0}}),u.on("fetch-done",function(t,e){if(this.endTime=a.now(),this.params||(this.params={}),"data"===this.params.protoco...

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Published 3 days ago • The Guardian - UK • via theguardian.com

Premier League Matchday Highlights

⚽️ 8.15pm BST kick-off; Spurs win sends West Ham down⚽️ Chelsea among suitors for Jarrod Bowen | Mail SimonA huge game, this, for at least three clubs, and probably biggest of all for the one that isn’t playing. Follow our live build-up, with full team news coverage, before our text commentary stream.

Published 3 days ago • DW - Europe • via dw.com

Hungary's New Prime Minister Aims to Repair Relations with Poland

Hungary's new Prime Minister Peter Magyar is focusing on improving diplomatic ties with Poland during his inaugural state visit to Warsaw.

Published 3 days ago • Deutsche Welle English - Top • via dw.com

Rising Tensions Between Cuba and the US

Cuba's reported acquisition of drones and escalating threats from the US are heightening concerns over potential conflict.

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