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• Hong Kong urged to expand role in national medical research, breakthroughs
  Hong Kong is expected to play a greater role in major national clinical research projects and scientific breakthroughs, a mainland health official has said, pledging stronger support for local researc…
  SCMP asia 2026-05-11T09:54:51Z
• "The evidence appears to reveal the time at which he entered to commit the murder."
  Intercepted communication from 2017: "Something happened that day... at 9:30."
  ANSA europe 2026-05-11T09:53:26Z
• President Mattarella attended a performance at La Scala to commemorate the 80th anniversary of the theater's reopening after its reconstruction.
  ANSA europe 2026-05-11T09:52:04Z
• France confirms hantavirus infection from cruise ship, isolates contact cases
  France has confirmed that a passenger who was flown back to France Sunday from a cruise ship struck by a deadly hantavirus outbreak has tested positive and several other contact cases are being isolat…
  RFI europe 2026-05-11T09:51:31Z
• U.S. Treasury Secretary Yellen has arrived in Japan and will meet with Prime Minister Kishida and other officials tomorrow.
  U.S. Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen arrived in Japan on the afternoon of November 11th, ahead of the planned U.S.-China summit in China later this week. She is scheduled to meet with Prime Minister K…
  NHK asia 2026-05-11T09:50:52Z
• Starmer Promises Urgent Change as He Battles to Save Premiership
  Prime Minister Keir Starmer of Britain used a speech on Monday to attempt to quell a mutiny in the Labour Party after last week’s dire election results.
  NYT us 2026-05-11T09:49:51Z
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  NYT us 2026-05-11T09:48:46Z
• Hungary has no plans to send weapons, soldiers to Ukraine — future foreign minister
  Hungary will also not support accelerated EU accession for Ukraine, insisting it must be "based on merit and the fulfillment of strict conditions", Anita Orban stated
  TASS russia 2026-05-11T09:47:25Z
• Police find body believed to be of fugitive Australian shooter
  A body found in New South Wales is thought to be that of a man wanted over a triple murder.
  BBC uk 2026-05-11T09:44:29Z
• (LEAD) LVMH CEO Arnault visits S. Korea for 1st time in three years
  SEOUL, May 11 (Yonhap) -- LVMH Chairman and CEO Bernard Arnault visited a Louis ...
  Yonhap asia 2026-05-11T09:43:48Z
• The Hondius ship, which was affected by the Hantavirus, is currently docked in a port in the Canary Islands.
  The repatriation operations for passengers are ongoing, and one American citizen has tested positive.
  ANSA europe 2026-05-11T09:42:27Z
• Tuttofood opens its doors, with foreign companies already planning their participation in the 2028 edition.
  Today marks the opening, featuring exhibitors from 80 countries and 250 events.
  ANSA europe 2026-05-11T09:42:11Z
• Ukraine's Khartiia units improve tactical position on Vovchansk axis
  Units of the 2nd Corps of the National Guard of Ukraine, known as Khartiia, conducted local strike-and-search operations in the Vovchansk sector, which enabled them to clear Russian positions and impr…
  Ukrinform ukraine 2026-05-11T09:40:00Z
• Qatar makes Venice Biennale debut with pavilion built on collaboration, food and live art
  Led by artist Rirkrit Tiravanija, the project brings together artists, musicians and chefs from across the Arab world.
  Euronews europe 2026-05-11T09:39:09Z
• Nazi-looted artwork surfaces with Dutch collaborator's heirs
  A Nazi-looted painting from a famed Dutch collection has surfaced in the home of decendents of a senior Nazi collaborator. The painting’s wherabouts became known after a relative discovered the trut…
  DW europe 2026-05-11T09:38:00Z
• Dua Lipa files $15 million lawsuit against Samsung over alleged use of her image on TV boxes
  The lawsuit claims Samsung's packaging made it appear as though she endorsed the products, despite never agreeing to the campaign.
  Euronews europe 2026-05-11T09:37:11Z
• KFA seeks gov't approval for North Korean women's football team visit
  SEOUL, May 11 (Yonhap) -- The national football governing body has submitted a f...
  Yonhap asia 2026-05-11T09:36:58Z
• Official development assistance: African countries mobilize to break free from dependence
  African countries are seeking solutions to achieve greater financial sovereignty. Key levers include a new financial architecture, more balanced partnerships for raw materials and tackling illicit fin…
  Le Monde europe 2026-05-11T09:36:04Z
• Scooters and bicycles will require a license.
  More than two people riding an electric bike... not wearing helmets on sidewalks and bike paths... ignoring red traffic lights, and even risking the physical safety of minors – this is how a large n…
  El Universal latam 2026-05-11T09:34:35Z
• Iran warns Europe against sending warships to Hormuz as US talks gap widens
  Tehran has warned Europe against the idea of sending warships to the key waterway, as it outlined a conditional proposal on uranium, sanctions relief and a Lebanon ceasefire.
  Euronews europe 2026-05-11T09:34:16Z
• As Iran war hits U. S. weapons stocks, allies fear impact on Ukraine
  European partners question viability of a Trump plan to arm Ukraine as weeks of war with Iran deplete U. S. supplies of critical weapons.
  WaPo us 2026-05-11T09:32:24Z
• Man charged after allegedly threatening Muslim worshippers at Brisbane mosque
  According to the Australian National Imams Council, a man entered Masjid Taqwa mosque claiming to have an AK-47 firearm in his vehicle Get our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcast Austr…
  Guardian uk 2026-05-11T09:31:51Z
• They had to remove 30% of my penis to save my life, and that's why I agreed to let them film the surgery.
  Alastair Munro noticed a small lump on his penis. After a brief examination, his doctor warned him that it could potentially be cancer.
  BBC Mundo latam 2026-05-11T09:31:41Z
• Spain rolls out unprecedented operation to disembark evacuees of hantavirus-stricken cruise ship
  After a 40-day voyage, and amid great international attention, the MV Hondius entered the port of Granadilla de Abona, on the Spanish island of Tenerife, at 6:00 a.m. this Sunday. On board the cruise …
  EL PAIS europe 2026-05-11T09:31:23Z
• UK's Starmer Says He Will Prove His 'Doubters' Wrong
  UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer, in a speech aimed at re-setting his premiership, says he takes responsibility for the governing Labour Party's performance in last week's local elections. "I know I hav…
  Bloomberg us 2026-05-11T09:31:08Z
• All technologies shown at SAHA 2026 already deployed on frontlines – RAROG
  Ukrainian defense technology company RAROG showcased its developments in armor protection, equipment, strike drones, and integrated frontline solutions at the international defense exhibition SAHA 202…
  Ukrinform ukraine 2026-05-11T09:31:00Z
• Philippine lawmakers impeach Sara Duterte, set stage for Senate trial
  Philippine ⁠lawmakers on Monday overwhelmingly backed the ⁠impeachment of Vice-President Sara Duterte-Carpio, setting the stage for a trial in the Senate that could end her hopes for a presidentia…
  SCMP asia 2026-05-11T09:30:42Z
• Two more cruise ship passengers test positive for hantavirus
  One French passenger and one from the US test positive after being evacuated from the vessel in the Canary Islands.
  Al Jazeera mideast 2026-05-11T09:30:36Z
• Philippine VP Sara Duterte impeached for a second time
  If convicted in a Senate trial, which is uncertain, she will be disqualified from running for president.
  BBC uk 2026-05-11T09:28:53Z
• Hantavirus: A French citizen and an American citizen have tested positive, and they were both on board the ship "Hondius."
  Passengers who were repatriated from the cruise ship, which is currently docked in the Canary Islands, are among those affected. The Italian Ministry of Health stated: "The risk remains low, and a cir…
  ANSA europe 2026-05-11T09:28:29Z
• WHO faces deadlock over pandemic treaty amid crisis over hantavirus outbreak
  As World Health Organization (WHO) negotiators left Geneva on May 1 without managing to finalize the key annex meant to activate the global pandemic treaty approved in 2025 — the mechanism designed …
  EL PAIS europe 2026-05-11T09:28:05Z
• Faustino Oro: The second-youngest chess grandmaster in history
  Three years and four months after Alejandro Oro and Romina Simondi resigned from their well‑paid jobs as accounting experts in Argentina and moved to Spain to boost their son’s chess career, Faust…
  EL PAIS europe 2026-05-11T09:27:15Z
• Philippine lawmakers vote overwhelmingly to impeach VP Sara Duterte
  Nikkei asia 2026-05-11T09:27:06Z
• Narendra Modi urges Indians to conserve fuel amid war on Iran
  Narendra Modi urges Indians to conserve fuel amid war on Iran
  Al Jazeera mideast 2026-05-11T09:26:43Z
• María Corina Machado: "The position of the United States and other allies influences my decision about returning. The timing has to be right."
  Watching her travel the world to meet with leaders in Europe, with businesspeople in California, or give interviews on YouTube, many may conclude that María Corina Machado, 58, is a leader in limbo, …
  EL PAIS europe 2026-05-11T09:25:48Z
• Starmer Vows to Prove His Critics Wrong in Speech to Save Job
  UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer said he won’t abandon the responsibility of leading the country, as he battled to save his premiership in a make-or-break speech.
  Bloomberg us 2026-05-11T09:24:40Z
• How Venezuela has – and hasn't – changed since Maduro took power.
  Four months have passed since US forces captured Venezuela's sitting president, Nicolás Maduro, and ousted him from power. Maduro's vice-president, Delcy Rodriguez, quickly moved into the top job and…
  asiatimes asia 2026-05-11T09:23:28Z
• Evacuated US and French MV Hondius passengers test positive for hantavirus
  French woman taken to Paris in serious condition while American flown to Nebraska is asymptomatic, say officials Europe live – latest updates A French woman and an American national evacuated from t…
  Guardian uk 2026-05-11T09:23:04Z
• Iran maintains that its latest proposal to the United States, aimed at ending the war, is "legitimate" and "generous."
  The Iranian government defended its latest proposal to the United States on Monday, calling it "legitimate" and "generous," after U.S. President Donald Trump stated that the document submitted by Tehr…
  La Tercera latam 2026-05-11T09:22:36Z
• Starmer: "I have no intention of stepping aside and leaving the country in chaos."
  "We are facing not only dangerous times, but also dangerous political rivals."
  ANSA europe 2026-05-11T09:21:40Z
• (LEAD) Price caps on fuel products to remain in place for some time: finance chief
  SEJONG, May 11 (Yonhap) -- Finance Minister Koo Yun-cheol said Monday the tempor...
  Yonhap asia 2026-05-11T09:21:22Z
• Two cruise ship evacuees test positive for hantavirus
  Virus detected in passengers from US and France hours after being removed from MV Hondius
  ft uk 2026-05-11T09:21:20Z
• Germany seeks to expand joint deep strike weapons production with Ukraine – Pistorius
  Germany intends to expand joint production with Ukraine in the field of deep strike capabilities, according to German Defense Minister Boris Pistorius.
  Ukrinform ukraine 2026-05-11T09:21:00Z
• The PRO party has issued a harsh critique of the government: a surprising decision made by Macri that has further widened the differences between him and Milei.
  Mauricio Macri made a reserved and highly impactful political decision that surprised even prominent figures within the PRO party: he personally spearheaded the dissemination of a critical manifesto a…
  Infobae latam 2026-05-11T09:20:56Z
• Monday Briefing from the Balkans: May 11, 2026
  Catch up on the weekend’s most important developments with Balkan Insight’s digest of news from countries across the region.
  Balkan Insight eeurope 2026-05-11T09:20:10Z
• Somali piracy adds new strain to global shipping and trade routes
  As ships reroute around Africa to avoid Middle East conflict zones, piracy off Somalia is back. The resurgence is driving up insurance, transit times and security costs, putting new pressure on global…
  DW europe 2026-05-11T09:19:00Z
• Thailand’s former PM Thaksin Shinawatra released from jail
  Supporters of Thailand’s former prime minister Thaksin Shinawatra greeted him as was released early from prison.
  Al Jazeera mideast 2026-05-11T09:18:26Z
• Starmer critic sets Tuesday deadline for leadership challenge
  LONDON — A Labour former minister threatening to challenge Keir Starmer as prime minister will give MPs until Tuesday morning to nominate her as leader. Catherine West said Saturday she plans to for…
  Politico EU europe 2026-05-11T09:15:36Z
• Samsung strike threat puts memory output at risk as 18-day walkout looms
  A planned 18-day strike at Samsung Electronics is shifting investor attention from labor negotiations to the risk of memory-output disruption, as estimates from Korean media point to significant poten…
  DigiTimes tech 2026-05-11T09:14:49Z
• Turkish Airlines plane evacuated after landing gear fire in Nepal, officials say
  The Himalayan nation is home to some of the world's most remote and tricky runways, flanked by snow-capped peaks and terrain that poses a challenge even for accomplished pilots.
  Euronews europe 2026-05-11T09:13:56Z
• Watch: How Reform UK’s English landslide left Labour looking for a spark
  The pro-Brexit Reform UK emerged as the biggest winner in last week’s English local elections, gaining more than 1,400 council seats. Most of those gains came from Labour, shifting the spotlight fir…
  Euronews europe 2026-05-11T09:12:38Z
• Who was Isabella Stroupe? Teen found dead at North Carolina home, was tortured for months; boyfriend arrested
  Nineteen-year-old Isabella Stroupe's boyfriend was arrested on murder and rape charges after she was found dead inside a North Carolina home, tied to a bed.
  Hindustan Times asia 2026-05-11T09:08:38Z
• New EU sanctions against Russia expected by early summer – Politico
  Another EU sanctions package against Russia over its war against Ukraine is expected in late June or early July.
  Ukrinform ukraine 2026-05-11T09:07:00Z
• Portrait looted by Nazis found in home of Dutch SS leader’s family
  Toon Kelder artwork from famed Goudstikker collection resurfaces with descendants of Hendrik Seyffardt Europe live – latest updates An artwork looted by the Nazis from the renowned Goudstikker colle…
  Guardian uk 2026-05-11T09:05:59Z
• China readies for Trump visit amid rebound in trade growth
  Chinese Vice-Premier He Lifeng and US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent will meet for trade talks in Seoul on Wednesday, probably to iron out final details before a presidential summit in Beijing the f…
  SCMP asia 2026-05-11T09:03:07Z
• Quebec Novelist Shines a Harsh Spotlight on Migration, and on Trump’s America
  Thélyson Orélien, a Haitian-born, previously unknown writer, submitted an unsolicited manuscript. Its rights were sold in 23 countries before publication.
  NYT us 2026-05-11T09:01:52Z
• The Fight to Euthanize Pablo Escobar’s Hippos in Colombia
  Colombia is planning to cull a population of wild hippos, the offspring of the drug lord’s pets, dividing a town where hippos are the main draw.
  NYT us 2026-05-11T09:01:50Z
• Ukraine Looks to Step Away From Trump and U. S.
  With peace talks on ice and Ukraine now more self-reliant, President Volodymyr Zelensky seems to be stepping away from the United States.
  NYT us 2026-05-11T09:01:35Z
• Taiwan ranks among top 20 markets as AI adoption surges, Microsoft says
  Microsoft's AI Economy Institute released a global update showing rapid growth in generative AI use since mid-2025 and identifying Asia as the primary engine of recent AI diffusion. The report said Ta…
  DigiTimes tech 2026-05-11T09:00:45Z
• DeSantis’s new House map sparks bipartisan anger in Puerto Rican hub in Florida
  The governor said his state needed to redistrict to account for population growth. But in a majority-Hispanic area, that growth could work against him.
  WaPo us 2026-05-11T09:00:25Z
• Confident in China’s power, Xi is ready to host an unpredictable Trump
  Holding no illusions about making lasting deals at this week’s summit, China’s leader looks to project Beijing as an alternative to U. S. volatility on the world stage.
  WaPo us 2026-05-11T09:00:09Z
• Hundreds of ships mark Hamburg harbour’s 837th anniversary
  Hamburg celebrated the 837th anniversary of its harbour with a maritime parade featuring around 250 ships, from historic sailing vessels to modern coast guard boats.
  Euronews europe 2026-05-11T09:00:06Z
• Canada labels Sikh extremism a threat while accusing India of meddling
  A report from Canada’s spy agency that identifies Khalistani extremism as a national security threat may accelerate a diplomatic reset with India, even as analysts say allegations of interference by…
  SCMP asia 2026-05-11T09:00:05Z
• Despite Court Order, NYPD Failed to Properly Monitor Stop-and-Frisks by Aggressive Unit
  Members of the New York City Police Department’s Community Response Team conduct a raid on a smoke shop in lower Manhattan in 2024. Luiz C. Ribeiro/New York Daily News/Tribune News Service via Getty…
  ProPublica us 2026-05-11T09:00:00Z
• Schumer: Democrats will make stand against $1 billion White House ballroom
  Senate Democratic Leader Chuck Schumer (N. Y.) is rallying fellow Democrats in a new “Dear Colleague” letter for a battle royale on the Senate floor over $1 billion in proposed funding for Preside…
  The Hill us 2026-05-11T09:00:00Z
• Stark Class Divides Are Deepening Peru’s Electoral Chaos
  Fewer than 15,000 votes stand between a leftist representing Peru’s impoverished communities and a conservative hotel magnate who represents the capital city as they compete for the final spot in Ju…
  Bloomberg us 2026-05-11T09:00:00Z
• How AI is being used in transportation management systems today
  AI in TMS: Is it just hype? Discover where AI delivers results today!
  Supply Chain Dive tech 2026-05-11T09:00:00Z
• How to find hidden costs via Total Cost of Ownership
  Hidden costs: explained by a Lean expert. Read the full story here.
  Supply Chain Dive tech 2026-05-11T09:00:00Z
• From high-value to high-stakes: Why precision shipping matters more than ever
  Discover why more companies are recognizing that a 95% assurance rate for high-value cargo won’t do.
  Supply Chain Dive tech 2026-05-11T09:00:00Z
• Oil giant Saudi Aramco profits jump 25% as Iran war drives prices higher
  Saudi Aramco said Q1 profit rose 25% as the Iran war disrupted global oil supplies and pushed up prices. The company shifted some exports away from the Strait of Hormuz via its East-West Pipeline, whi…
  Euronews europe 2026-05-11T08:58:44Z
• Wooptix Targets AI Packaging Bottleneck with Astronomy Tech
  As chipmakers race to build faster AI processors, attention has shifted beyond transistor scaling and toward advanced packaging, hybrid bonding, and 3D integration. That shift is creating new manufact…
  EE Times tech 2026-05-11T08:57:35Z
• There’s No Such Thing as Climate Policy
  It’s time to rethink top-down attempts at environmental progress.
  Foreign Policy us 2026-05-11T08:56:54Z
• Cooler, wetter weather expected across Finland
  Depending on the location, temperatures will vary significantly in the beginning of the week.
  YLE eeurope 2026-05-11T08:56:38Z
• Presidential chief of staff orders countermeasures over killing of student in random attack
  SEOUL, May 11 (Yonhap) -- The presidential chief of staff on Monday instructed o...
  Yonhap asia 2026-05-11T08:56:04Z
• The false promise of a US-Iran quick fix
  Tehran’s reply on May 10 was entirely predictable. Ceasefire, security guarantees for the Strait, total sanctions relief, reparations — the standard package. What apparently surprised Washington w…
  asiatimes asia 2026-05-11T08:56:01Z
• Bosnia's High Representative Announces Unexpected 'Private Decision' to Resign.
  German diplomat Christian Schmidt has resigned from his position as the overseer of Bosnia and Herzegovina's peace agreement. Bosnian Serb leaders are celebrating his departure, a figure they had long…
  Balkan Insight eeurope 2026-05-11T08:55:55Z
• Fear of failure keeps Finns from starting their own businesses, study finds
  "The fear of failure has continued to grow and is a significant obstacle to entrepreneurial activity," University of Oulu professor Matti Muhos said.
  YLE eeurope 2026-05-11T08:54:57Z
• Meet the Kenyans on a roll manufacturing electric vehicles of the future
  Electric mobility is emerging as a key issue across the African continent, with cleaner transport high on the agenda at the Africa Forward summit, in Nairobi, organised jointly by France and Kenya. RF…
  RFI europe 2026-05-11T08:54:25Z
• Iran demands unfreezing of assets, vessel safety in Strait of Hormuz from US — MFA
  Spokesman Esmaeil Baghaei noted that Iran regrets that views imposed by Israel on the settlement of the conflict prevail in Washington
  TASS russia 2026-05-11T08:54:13Z
• CinC Syrskyi inspects Khartia Corps near Kupiansk, orders focus on drones, logistics, fortifications
  Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, General Oleksandr Syrskyi visited the 2nd Corps of the National Guard of Ukraine Khartia and discussed the situation on the approaches to Kupiansk wi…
  Ukrinform ukraine 2026-05-11T08:52:00Z