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• The B-52 is nearing its first century of service: why the U.S. still can't replace it.
  The Boeing B-52 Stratofortress bomber, manufactured in the United States, is facing a potential reassessment of its future after an uninterrupted service life that began in the 1950s. The U.S. governm…
  Infobae latam 2026-05-11T16:51:02Z
• The EU has ruled out that the hantavirus detected on the cruise ship Hondius is a new variant, but the six-week quarantine remains in place.
  The European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control (ECDC) reported on Monday that genetic analyses of the hantavirus found on the Dutch cruise ship MH Hondius indicate that it is the known Andes v…
  Infobae latam 2026-05-11T16:50:44Z
• South African impeachment committee to probe Cyril Ramaphosa
  Revival of long-running ‘Phala Phala’ scandal threatens turbulence for president’s ANC and ruling coalition
  ft uk 2026-05-11T16:47:04Z
• Former Bolivian President Evo Morales has been declared in contempt of court for failing to appear at his trial for human trafficking.
  The Bolivian justice system has declared former President Evo Morales in contempt of court after he failed to appear on Monday before the Departmental Tribunal of Tarija, where the legal proceedings a…
  La Tercera latam 2026-05-11T16:46:44Z
• Rove says new GOP election maps could backfire in House races
  Republican strategist Karl Rove said Sunday that his party’s redistricting push could have unintended consequences in the midterms.  When host Trey Gowdy asked Rove on “Sunday Night in America”…
  The Hill us 2026-05-11T16:46:16Z
• Hantavirus outbreak renews painful memories for Patagonian village
  A 2018 outbreak of hantavirus in the small Patagonian town of Epuyén led to 34 cases and 11 fatalities. Leer más
  BA Times latam 2026-05-11T16:46:09Z
• Trump has once again stated that he is "seriously considering" making Venezuela the 51st state of the United States.
  President Donald Trump stated on Monday that he is "seriously considering" making Venezuela the 51st state of the United States, highlighting the country's abundant natural resources and reaffirming t…
  Efecto Cocuyo latam 2026-05-11T16:45:40Z
• 輕鬆華語GO: EASY CHINESE GO
  Taipei Times asia 2026-05-11T16:45:04Z
• Thailand’s Thaksin released from jail
  Taipei Times asia 2026-05-11T16:45:03Z
• Indian PM urges reduced use of fuel amid war disruption
  Taipei Times asia 2026-05-11T16:45:03Z
• Iranian Nobel winner released on bail
  Taipei Times asia 2026-05-11T16:45:03Z
• Two passengers from hantavirus ship test positive
  Taipei Times asia 2026-05-11T16:45:03Z
• Polish fugitive minister fled Hungary as Orban ousted
  Taipei Times asia 2026-05-11T16:45:03Z
• Florida mulling charging ChatGPT in murder case
  Taipei Times asia 2026-05-11T16:45:03Z
• Intangible cultural event
  Taipei Times asia 2026-05-11T16:45:03Z
• Inside Kaohsiung’s graffiti scene
  Taipei Times asia 2026-05-11T16:45:03Z
• Rare hantavirus outbreak on a cruise ship kills 3, raising global health concerns.
  Taipei Times asia 2026-05-11T16:45:03Z
• When AI thinks you are who you are not
  Taipei Times asia 2026-05-11T16:45:01Z
• Europe prepares for the end of US security support
  Taipei Times asia 2026-05-11T16:45:01Z
• Knicks advance to Conference finals
  Taipei Times asia 2026-05-11T16:45:01Z
• Taiwan’s shooters win World Cup gold in Kazakhstan
  Taipei Times asia 2026-05-11T16:45:01Z
• Astros’ Teng Kai-wei takes loss in start against Reds
  Taipei Times asia 2026-05-11T16:45:01Z
• Flick's Barcelona secure the title with a victory in 'El Clasico'.
  Taipei Times asia 2026-05-11T16:45:01Z
• Opel Corsa GSE: The most powerful and sporty electric compact car in the brand's history.
  The German company's latest foray into compact sportiness is the Opel Corsa GSE, a model that symbolizes the return of the brand's most radical designation in a fully electric format. Inspired by the …
  La Tercera latam 2026-05-11T16:45:00Z
• Woman missing with her children: More letters found, suicide suspected.
  The Piacenza Public Prosecutor's Office confirms: "This is a sensitive moment; discretion is needed."
  ANSA europe 2026-05-11T16:44:56Z
• EU seeks to restore trade with Damascus in bid to ensure ‘safe’ Syrian refugee returns
  The EU restores all trade with Syria while investing in the country's reconstruction, but experts argue that safe returns of Syrian citizens living in the EU cannot happen overnight, as many have alre…
  EUobserver europe 2026-05-11T16:44:16Z
• Sweet harvest
  Taipei Times asia 2026-05-11T16:44:12Z
• EDITORIAL: The growing AI skills gap
  Taipei Times asia 2026-05-11T16:44:12Z
• RightsCon nixing is just the start
  Taipei Times asia 2026-05-11T16:44:12Z
• Taiwan needs a silicon network
  Taipei Times asia 2026-05-11T16:44:12Z
• AI era calls for higher education reforms
  Taipei Times asia 2026-05-11T16:44:12Z
• EDITORIAL CARTOON
  Taipei Times asia 2026-05-11T16:44:12Z
• "The Devil Wears Prada 2" offers a stylish farewell to print media.
  Taipei Times asia 2026-05-11T16:44:12Z
• Residential electricity rates to rise on June 1: Taipower
  Taipei Times asia 2026-05-11T16:43:32Z
• No end to deadlock as Iran, US reject ceasefire terms
  Taipei Times asia 2026-05-11T16:43:32Z
• Lawmakers vote to impeach Sara Duterte in Manila
  Taipei Times asia 2026-05-11T16:43:32Z
• Taiwan ‘confident’ in US ties, foreign minister says
  Taipei Times asia 2026-05-11T16:43:32Z
• Vatican official making rare trip to Taiwan for Tzu Chi anniversary
  Taipei Times asia 2026-05-11T16:43:32Z
• China to release Fucha from jail this week: source
  Taipei Times asia 2026-05-11T16:43:32Z
• Taiwanese indicted over illegal Chinese company operations
  Taipei Times asia 2026-05-11T16:43:32Z
• Groups to protest slashed defense budget on May 23
  Taipei Times asia 2026-05-11T16:43:32Z
• Chinese spouse denied ‘settlement’ residency over past China roles
  Taipei Times asia 2026-05-11T16:43:32Z
• Hidden cameras spur clinic crackdown
  Taipei Times asia 2026-05-11T16:43:32Z
• Aid access for migrant fishing crews urged
  Taipei Times asia 2026-05-11T16:43:32Z
• Escape room actor nearly dies in workplace hanging
  Taipei Times asia 2026-05-11T16:43:32Z
• Foreign eSIMS might carry risks
  Taipei Times asia 2026-05-11T16:43:32Z
• Fine for risky driving upheld for motorcyclist
  Taipei Times asia 2026-05-11T16:43:32Z
• Amendment would extend time limit for child sex crimes
  Taipei Times asia 2026-05-11T16:43:32Z
• Tainan to fly its Pride flag next week
  Taipei Times asia 2026-05-11T16:43:32Z
• Taiwan tertiary enrollment drops by nearly 22 percent over 14 years
  Taipei Times asia 2026-05-11T16:43:32Z
• Intruder alert
  Taipei Times asia 2026-05-11T16:43:32Z
• Never forget
  Taipei Times asia 2026-05-11T16:43:32Z
• Fired up
  Taipei Times asia 2026-05-11T16:43:32Z
• CPC eyes oil, gas procurement for Q4
  Taipei Times asia 2026-05-11T16:43:32Z
• TSMC shares stumble on report, but losses minor
  Taipei Times asia 2026-05-11T16:43:32Z
• Bridgestone to close its Hukou plant, lay off 500
  Taipei Times asia 2026-05-11T16:43:32Z
• Taiwan’s financial sector posts record profits for Q1
  Taipei Times asia 2026-05-11T16:43:32Z
• Monthly wages rise on high AI demand
  Taipei Times asia 2026-05-11T16:43:32Z
• TSMC’s Arizona project proceeds well but faces water, labor challenges
  Taipei Times asia 2026-05-11T16:43:32Z
• Goldman Sachs predicts a significant "AI-driven surplus" will grow in South Korea and Taiwan.
  Taipei Times asia 2026-05-11T16:43:32Z
• GameStop's attempt to acquire eBay is audacious – and it might actually succeed.
  Shareholders in the e-commerce company are receiving a favorable offer, at least on paper, with a proposal of $28 billion in cash.
  ft uk 2026-05-11T16:43:15Z
• US senators urge expedited arms sale
  Taipei Times asia 2026-05-11T16:43:13Z
• Panama Canal oil shipments soar 70% as Asian buyers turn to US crude
  Nikkei asia 2026-05-11T16:43:13Z
• "Taiwan Action Team" is preparing to travel to Geneva.
  Taipei Times asia 2026-05-11T16:43:13Z
• There are currently no clear plans for Witkoff's visit to Russia — Kremlin
  Earlier, Ushakov expressed confidence that "sooner or later" Witkoff and Jared Kushner would come to Moscow and that dialogue would continue
  TASS russia 2026-05-11T16:38:44Z
• Two belts belonging to Raffaella Carrà have disappeared from an exhibition in the Marche region.
  Investigations are underway in San Benedetto del Tronto. Collectors say, "These are pieces of television history."
  ANSA europe 2026-05-11T16:38:20Z
• Elon Musk, Tim Cook invited to join Trump on China visit
  Tesla CEO Elon Musk, Apple CEO Tim Cook and more than a dozen other business leaders are set to join President Trump on his trip to China later this week, according to a White House official. Trump, w…
  The Hill us 2026-05-11T16:38:19Z
• Sybiha, Rutte discuss ways to scale up Ukrainian arms manufacturing with NATO support
  Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha and NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte discussed ways to further scale up arms manufacturing in Ukraine with the support of NATO’s industrial base during a me…
  Ukrinform ukraine 2026-05-11T16:38:00Z
• Macron announces €23 billion of investment at Africa summit
  The investments Macron announced include €14 billion in private and public funds from French entities, and nine billion euros from African investors.
  Le Monde europe 2026-05-11T16:37:29Z
• Low rivers after dry April raises drought fears in central and southern England
  Month was one of driest on record with rainfall 23% less than average, according to Met Office figures One of the driest Aprils on record for central and southern England has left river levels below n…
  Guardian uk 2026-05-11T16:35:49Z
• Profeco (Mexico's Federal Consumer Protection Agency) reports a successful operation with no major incidents during the BTS concerts in Mexico; 14 people were arrested for reselling tickets.
  The Federal Consumer Protection Agency (Profeco) reported a positive outcome following a special surveillance operation implemented during the BTS concerts at the GNP Seguros Stadium, where the goal w…
  El Universal latam 2026-05-11T16:35:02Z
• Less than a week into the job: Pedro Natho resigns from the executive secretary position at the Truth and Childhood Commission.
  Less than a week before assuming the position of Executive Secretary of the Truth and Childhood Commission, psychologist Pedro Natho resigned from the post. The Ministry of Justice and Human Rights an…
  La Tercera latam 2026-05-11T16:35:00Z
• EU-backed Libyan coast guard shot at and threatened to kidnap crew of German aid ship
  The Libyan Coast Guard offered no warnings prior to shooting, according to the NGO, but threatened to take the boat and the crew back to Libya.
  EUobserver europe 2026-05-11T16:33:43Z
• Atlántico aims to secure water supply for 1.6 million people: The Northern Regional Aqueduct is 94% complete.
  The $200 billion project will be completed this year, resolving pressure and quality issues in seven municipalities and Barranquilla.
  El Tiempo latam 2026-05-11T16:33:24Z
• Pashinyan says Karabakh 'was not ours' as Armenia and Azerbaijan look to future
  In an extraordinary admission, Armenia’s PM Nikol Pashinyan declared that Karabakh was not Armenia’s territory and that the Armenian movement for it was “a fatal mistake,” as Yerevan forges it…
  Euronews europe 2026-05-11T16:32:32Z
• Trump confirms he will suspend the federal tax on fuel until prices decrease.
  The President of the United States, Donald Trump, confirmed this Monday that he plans to temporarily suspend the federal fuel tax until the prices of hydrocarbons decrease. These prices have been driv…
  La Tercera latam 2026-05-11T16:32:14Z
• The UK has imposed sanctions on 85 individuals and entities due to their promotion of "pro-Kremlin narratives."
  Eighty-five individuals and entities linked to Russia have been sanctioned as part of a UK government effort to counter "pro-Kremlin narratives abroad." The sanctions, imposed on Monday, were designe…
  SCMP asia 2026-05-11T16:31:52Z
• ICC confirms arrest warrant issued for Duterte ally
  Nikkei asia 2026-05-11T16:31:11Z
• The making of the Palme d'Or: Chopard's Caroline Scheufele and the art of creation
  Before the stars appear on the Cannes Film Festival red carpet, Swiss jewellers Chopard invited Euronews Culture to see the making of the Palme d'Or, one of the most prestigious trophies in cinema.
  Euronews europe 2026-05-11T16:30:56Z
• Foogiano arrest: Is the rapper back in jail after April release? Here's the truth behind viral claim
  Rumors claim rapper Foogiano was arrested again for probation violation, but officials have not confirmed the reports.
  Hindustan Times asia 2026-05-11T16:30:41Z