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• Philippine Vice President Sara Duterte set to be impeached for second time
  Nikkei asia 2026-05-11T06:42:05Z
• KOSPI surges to new peak of above 7,800 on chip gains despite renewed woes over U. S.-Iran peace deal
  SEOUL, May 11 (Yonhap) -- South Korean stocks closed at a new record high Monday...
  Yonhap asia 2026-05-11T06:34:54Z
• (URGENT) KOSPI ends at new peak of above 7,800 on chip surge despite renewed woes over U. S.-Iran peace deal
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  Yonhap asia 2026-05-11T06:33:31Z
• (URGENT) Cheong Wa Dae says any attack on civilian ships in Hormuz cannot be tolerated
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  Yonhap asia 2026-05-11T06:33:03Z
• Latvia Would Welcome More US Troops, Foreign Minister Says
  Latvia would welcome more US soldiers on its soil, Foreign Minister Baiba Braze said after the administration of President Donald Trump announced it will withdraw thousands of troops from Germany.
  Bloomberg us 2026-05-11T06:29:16Z
• The Senate is preparing for a week of intense activity, and allies are looking to the Libertarian Party for support on the "Clean Slate" initiative.
  The Senate is preparing for three days of intense activity starting tomorrow, with an agenda that includes a potential session on Thursday – to be confirmed – and an apparently straightforward lis…
  Infobae latam 2026-05-11T06:28:59Z
• Hong Kong lawmakers urge rethink of housing development policy for elderly
  Hong Kong lawmakers have called for a rethink of a government scheme to develop homes for the elderly, days after the city’s second largest public housing provider revealed it would stop building ho…
  SCMP asia 2026-05-11T06:28:38Z
• Timberwolves win, tie Playoff Series after Spurs’ Wembanyama is ejected
  Edwards' 36 points give Minnesota 114-109 win and tie the Western Conference semifinals 2-2 against San Antonio Spurs.
  Al Jazeera mideast 2026-05-11T06:27:37Z
• Police to scale back riot police at rally, protest sites
  SEOUL, May 11 (Yonhap) -- Police said Monday they will reduce the presence of ri...
  Yonhap asia 2026-05-11T06:26:58Z
• Hong Kong leverages ‘unrivalled’ medical hub status amid global hantavirus alarm
  Hong Kong will serve as a global partner in pandemic preparedness, leveraging its “unrivalled” status as a medical innovation hub to combat emerging health threats such as a recent hantavirus outb…
  SCMP asia 2026-05-11T06:22:53Z
• Germany’s Defense Minister arrives in Kyiv
  German Federal Minister of Defense Boris Pistorius arrived in the Ukrainian capital on an unannounced visit on Monday, May 11.
  Ukrinform ukraine 2026-05-11T06:20:00Z
• Kanye Concert in Prague Puts Spotlight on Tensions over Freedom of Expression
  Pro-Israel Czechia may provide US rapper and ‘reformed antisemite’ Kanye West oddly favourable ground to return to the European stage this summer.
  Balkan Insight eeurope 2026-05-11T06:19:41Z
• Things are not going so well for Russia
  Stalled advance in Ukraine and economic woes are not the only worries for the Kremlin - also a distant ‘near abroad'.
  Al Jazeera mideast 2026-05-11T06:17:55Z
• Of AI pejorations and perjurations
  The finest backhanded compliment I receive, and the one I receive most often, is: “Good piece; I actually understood this one.” A title like the one above is, on that evidence, an act of commercia…
  asiatimes asia 2026-05-11T06:17:26Z
• German defense minister arrives on unannounced visit to Ukraine — DPA
  According to the publication, Boris Pistorius’s visit was not announced in advance for security reasons
  TASS russia 2026-05-11T06:13:28Z
• Ships’ Signals Go Haywire as Hormuz Strait Tensions Escalate
  Clusters of ships are appearing inland around the Persian Gulf, pointing to an increase in interference with their geolocation signals following fresh attacks by Iran on neighboring countries.
  Bloomberg us 2026-05-11T06:11:31Z
• Justice in the Dock: The Kosovo Specialist Chambers and a Crisis of Legitimacy
  As the verdict in the case against Hashim Thaci and his co-defendants at the Kosovo Specialist Chambers approaches, a difficult question comes into focus: what is achieved when justice is delivered in…
  Balkan Insight eeurope 2026-05-11T06:09:58Z
• Despite the Adorni case, the government believes that people will continue to vote for them: concerns are growing about the erosion of public trust.
  Despite the progress in investigations into alleged illicit enrichment and the reservations of some members of the executive branch, which have even begun to surface publicly, the government's leaders…
  Infobae latam 2026-05-11T06:08:58Z
• Kallas: "Do not give Moscow the right to appoint the negotiator."
  "Schröder would be sitting on both sides of the table."
  ANSA europe 2026-05-11T06:07:47Z
• Addressing "Negative Narratives": Greek Women Want to End the Stigma Surrounding Menopause.
  A new BIRN survey reveals the impact of menopause on women's professional, social, and sexual lives in Greece, highlighting that many women suffer in silence, and experts are calling for increased sup…
  Balkan Insight eeurope 2026-05-11T06:06:53Z
• Robots to the rescue? South Korea looks for AI solutions to dwindling army numbers
  South Korea’s military is exploring a strategic partnership with Hyundai Motor to potentially deploy robotics to the front lines as Seoul accelerates investment in AI-powered, unmanned systems to ta…
  SCMP asia 2026-05-11T06:03:35Z
• Modi urges Indians to work from home and limit foreign travel as Iran war continues
  He said the austerity measures would reduce India's fuel use and help save foreign exchange.
  BBC uk 2026-05-11T06:02:43Z
• Preview Of Keir Starmer's Make Or Break Speech
  Prime Minister Keir Starmer's political problems have likely grown too big to solve with a single speech. For now, he will try to forestall an immediate challenge to his job. Starmer will make a la…
  Bloomberg us 2026-05-11T06:02:26Z
• The competition to harness "superhot" geothermal energy is intensifying. Here's why it's important.
  Harnessing the power of just one percent of superhot rocks could provide more than eight times the current global electricity generation.
  Euronews europe 2026-05-11T06:01:44Z
• UK firefighters called to one lithium-ion battery fire every five hours
  FoI responses collected by insurer show brigades tackled 1,760 battery-linked fires in 2025, up 147% in three years Fire brigades across the UK are tackling lithium-ion battery fires at a rate of one …
  Guardian uk 2026-05-11T06:00:48Z
• UK households bracing for new cost of living crisis, report finds
  PwC survey reports fast fall in consumer confidence with people worried about Iran war’s impact on economy and personal finances British households are bracing for a new cost of living crisis, as th…
  Guardian uk 2026-05-11T06:00:46Z
• What does the 2028-2034 EU budget finance? Ask the Euronews AI chatbot
  The Parliament asks for an extra 10 per cent for the 2028-2034 EU budget. It wants more focus on cohesion, defence, and competitiveness, with a target of €60 billion in annual revenue. But what does…
  Euronews europe 2026-05-11T06:00:12Z
• Inspired by crocodile scales, Chinese armour tech said to deflect projectiles
  Chinese researchers say they have developed a crocodile-inspired ceramic body armour that can deflect projectiles and potentially offer a low-cost alternative for lightweight ballistic protection. The…
  SCMP asia 2026-05-11T06:00:08Z
• China eatery owner closes shop briefly to donate stem cells to toddler; customers show support
  A Chinese barbecue stall owner paused his business to donate stem cells to a three-year-old toddler and was rewarded by long queues of customers. Shao Sanhu, 33, from central China’s Anhui province,…
  SCMP asia 2026-05-11T06:00:06Z
• Watchdog warns of overheated short-term, margin stock trading
  SEOUL, May 11 (Yonhap) -- The country's financial watchdog warned Monday that re...
  Yonhap asia 2026-05-11T06:00:05Z
• S. Korea, NATO officials discuss defense industry cooperation
  SEOUL, May 11 (Yonhap) -- Officials of South Korea's arms procurement agency and...
  Yonhap asia 2026-05-11T06:00:05Z
• Oil jumps 4% as Trump rejects Iran’s response to ceasefire proposal
  Crude prices jumped on Monday morning after US President Donald Trump rejected Tehran’s response to the latest proposal on ending the war in Iran.
  Euronews europe 2026-05-11T05:59:44Z
• Russians shell 13 settlements in Kherson region over past day, leaving two killed, others injured
  In the Kherson region, two people were killed and two more injured as a result of Russian attacks over the past 24 hours.
  Ukrinform ukraine 2026-05-11T05:58:00Z
• Watch live: Macron meets young entrepreneurs at Africa Forward summit
  President Emmanuel Macron on Monday aims to promote France’s new approach to Africa at the inauguration of the Africa Forward Summit in Kenya, which is being held for the first time in an Anglophone…
  France 24 europe 2026-05-11T05:57:46Z
• Germany news: Defense minister Pistorius arrives in Kyiv
  Pistorius plans to discuss building a new weapons system with Ukraine in the unannounced visit. Meanwhile in Stuttgart, five pro-Palestinian activists face trial over attacking an Israeli defense comp…
  DW europe 2026-05-11T05:57:00Z
• Europe Today: Putin says war in Ukraine may end soon as EU foreign ministers meet in Brussels
  Tune in to Europe Today, Euronews' flagship morning programme at 8 am Brussels time. In just 20 minutes, we bring you up to speed on the biggest news of the day
  Euronews europe 2026-05-11T05:53:58Z
• Ligue 1: PSG close in on title as they defeat Brest at home
  Paris Saint-Germain beat Brest (1-0) and are all but certain to be crowned French champions. With two games remaining, PSG are six points clear of Lens and have a significantly better goal difference.
  France 24 europe 2026-05-11T05:53:27Z
• Oil exporters turn to ‘Dark’ transits as Three supertankers successfully navigate Hormuz chokepoint
  IRAN-CRISIS/OIL-SHIPPING :Three crude oil tankers exit Strait of Hormuz with trackers switched off, data shows
  Hindustan Times asia 2026-05-11T05:47:28Z
• Hantavirus, COVID, norovirus, legionnaires’: why are cruise ships so prone to disease outbreaks?
  Hantavirus, COVID, norovirus, legionnaires’: why are cruise ships so prone to disease outbreaks?
  Hindustan Times asia 2026-05-11T05:46:24Z
• HEADLINES | Tehran rejects US plan, Trump expresses anger.
  ANSA europe 2026-05-11T05:46:02Z
• Monday briefing: Will the international effort to stop the further spread of hantavirus be successful?
  In today’s newsletter: ​The outbreak aboard a luxury cruise ship​ offers a stark reminder of how easily a deadly pathogen can hitch a ride across borders​, and how fragile global preparedness …
  Guardian uk 2026-05-11T05:44:31Z
• Defense ministry signals providing 'necessary support' for Hormuz ship probe
  SEOUL, May 11 (Yonhap) -- The defense ministry said Monday it will provide "nece...
  Yonhap asia 2026-05-11T05:44:20Z
• Indonesia’s debt wall hits an economy running on borrowed time
  Indonesia is entering a critical test of its fiscal resilience. Beneath the government’s optimistic narrative of a stable economic growth rate of around 5% lies a structural anomaly carrying signifi…
  asiatimes asia 2026-05-11T05:43:45Z
• Hynix shares jump 15%, driving KOSPI to record intraday high
  Nikkei asia 2026-05-11T05:42:06Z
• France to host African summit in Kenya, in bid to ‘diversify alliances'
  France is bringing together French and African business and political leaders in Nairobi, Kenya, on Monday at the Africa Forward summit – the first time it has staged such an event in an English-s…
  RFI europe 2026-05-11T05:41:38Z
• (2nd LD) Main opposition slams gov't for not identifying Iran behind attack on S. Korean vessel
  SEOUL, May 11 (Yonhap) -- The main opposition People Power Party (PPP) on Monday...
  Yonhap asia 2026-05-11T05:39:48Z
• US cannot take enriched uranium from Iran without its consent — Russian MP
  The US can observe, Alexey Pushkov said
  TASS russia 2026-05-11T05:39:35Z
• Trump and Xi are set to meet. Where do US-China tariffs stand?
  The first US presidential visit to China in almost 10 years will test a fragile tariff truce.
  BBC uk 2026-05-11T05:39:27Z
• Culture minister blocks access to illegal sites under new anti-piracy law
  SEOUL, May 11 (Yonhap) -- The culture minister ordered access to dozens of illeg...
  Yonhap asia 2026-05-11T05:39:19Z
• War update: 180 combat engagements over past day
  During the previous day, May 10, 180 combat clashes between the Defense Forces of Ukraine and Russian invaders were recorded on the frontline.
  Ukrinform ukraine 2026-05-11T05:39:00Z
• Modi calls on Indians to tighten their belts amid Gulf crisis
  PM asks citizens to work from home, limit gold purchases and stop travelling abroad to conserve foreign exchange
  ft uk 2026-05-11T05:34:57Z
• Eurovision semi-finals: What to expect, how to watch and who is among favourites to win
  Discord over Israel's participation and its war in Gaza has dominated the build-up to this year's Eurovision Song Contest. Now, on the eve of the start of the semi-finals, here’s a breakdown of who'…
  Euronews europe 2026-05-11T05:32:18Z
• US jobs: two in a row
  Plus, how to protect central bank independence
  ft uk 2026-05-11T05:30:10Z
• Trump-Xi meeting keeps Taiwan on edge, eyeing subtle US shifts
  Nikkei asia 2026-05-11T05:27:06Z
• Nancy Guthrie case: Expert reveals clue suggesting 84-year-old was alive during abduction, "She must have aspirated..."
  A former FBI profiler has suggested that the blood spatter found on Nancy Guthrie's front porch indicates that the 84-year-old woman was still alive when she was forced to leave her home.
  Hindustan Times asia 2026-05-11T05:27:04Z
• (LEAD) S. Korea to roll out 2nd cash aid to over 36 mln people amid Mideast crisis
  SEOUL, May 11 (Yonhap) -- South Korea will roll out a second batch of cash assis...
  Yonhap asia 2026-05-11T05:23:49Z
• Iran rejects US plan, calling for 'excessive demands'.
  Trump told Axios: "I don't like their response; it's inappropriate."
  ANSA europe 2026-05-11T05:22:09Z
• Outbreak of hantavirus: One of the evacuees tested positive, and another showed symptoms.
  TENERIFE.- One of the passengers evacuated from the cruise ship MV Hondius tested positive for hantavirus, although they are not showing any symptoms, while another developed signs consistent with the…
  La Nacion latam 2026-05-11T05:21:14Z
• Australia’s far-right One Nation party wins first seat in lower house
  Shock victory in by-election rings alarms for traditional centre-right parties
  ft uk 2026-05-11T05:21:03Z
• The Civil Union revolution: "A crack in the wall of bigotry."
  Ten years ago, the law was approved. The LGBTQ+ community: "Now we need equal marriage and reform of family law."
  ANSA europe 2026-05-11T05:19:28Z
• Russia loses 920 troops, 76 artillery systems in war against Ukraine over past day
  The total combat losses of Russian forces since the start of the full-scale invasion of Ukraine on February 24, 2022, through May 11, 2026, are estimated at about 1,342,030 personnel, including 920 in…
  Ukrinform ukraine 2026-05-11T05:19:00Z
• 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 2026-05-11T05:15:34Z
• U.S. military reconnaissance flights over Cuba may be increasing, according to a U.S. report.
  Amidst the pressure being exerted by the U.S. President Trump on Cuba, a socialist country with which the U.S. has strained relations, CNN reported that the U.S. military has significantly increased i…
  NHK asia 2026-05-11T05:14:32Z
• Australian women accused of slavery in Islamic State territory in Syria face Melbourne court
  Kawsar Ahmad, 53, also known as Abbas, and her daughter Zeinab Ahmad, 31, did not apply during brief hearing Follow our Australia news live blog for latest updates Get our breaking news email, free ap…
  Guardian uk 2026-05-11T05:13:01Z
• An American citizen has tested positive for the hantavirus.
  He is one of the 17 people who were repatriated from the cruise ship.
  ANSA europe 2026-05-11T05:12:27Z
• Kioxia's rising shares signal Japan market shift from autos to chips
  Nikkei asia 2026-05-11T05:12:06Z
• Paratroopers jump onto Britain’s most remote inhabited island for hantavirus mission
  British paratroopers landed on a “golf course covered in rocks” to supply medical personnel and oxygen to Britain’s most remote overseas territory as it deals with a suspected hantavirus case, a…
  SCMP asia 2026-05-11T05:10:53Z
• New insurance pays Indian workers to stay home when heat turns deadly
  Clothes seller Lata Solanki used to face a devastating choice when India’s summer heat hit dangerous levels: risk her health going door-to-door for sales, or lose her income? But now the 42-year-old…
  SCMP asia 2026-05-11T05:02:04Z
• British children are growing taller due to obesity: How widespread is obesity across Europe?
  Average height is on the rise in Great Britain, a trend that accelerated sharply during the pandemic. Researchers link this increase to rising childhood obesity. The UK has the highest obesity rate am…
  Euronews europe 2026-05-11T05:01:13Z
• Meet Europe’s youth activists pushing back against blanket social media bans
  Youth activists across Europe are asking legislators to make platforms safer, to invest in digital literacy education and to enforce the laws already in place.
  Euronews europe 2026-05-11T05:01:04Z
• Delayed Great British Railways’ first station to open at Cambridge South in June
  Station will be first to be given full GBR branding and will directly link city’s Biomedical Campus to London, Brighton and Stansted airport The delayed Cambridge South station will finally open in …
  Guardian uk 2026-05-11T05:00:46Z
• Minority groups brace for surge in racism after Reform UK election gains
  Members of minority communities in Birmingham and elsewhere fear results could lead to rise in hostile rhetoric Conceding defeat at the election count at Birmingham’s Utilita Arena on Friday, the ou…
  Guardian uk 2026-05-11T05:00:46Z
• Cambridge University seeks deal with Saudi defence ministry despite rights concerns
  Senior academics describe the Judge business school’s proposal to provide services and training as ‘horrifying’ Cambridge University’s business school is seeking to provide “leadership devel…
  Guardian uk 2026-05-11T05:00:45Z
• Latest news bulletin | May 11th, 2026 – Morning
  Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this May 11th, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel.
  Euronews europe 2026-05-11T05:00:33Z
• Why a strong Ukraine and a clear EU mandate are key to any Putin talks
  Also in this newsletter: Austria floats its EU reform ideas
  ft uk 2026-05-11T05:00:11Z
• Today in Korean history
  May 12
  Yonhap asia 2026-05-11T05:00:07Z
• Russians strike Zaporizhzhia region 785 times in one day, leaving one killed, two injured
  Over the past 24 hours, Russian occupiers carried out 785 strikes on 36 settlements in the Zaporizhzhia region. One person was killed and two others were injured as a result of enemy attacks on the Za…
  Ukrinform ukraine 2026-05-11T04:59:00Z
• Trump calls Iran's response "totally unacceptable."
  Report on the latest developments following US President Donald Trump's rejection of Iran's response to the US peace proposal.
  Al Jazeera mideast 2026-05-11T04:58:03Z
• A Carabineros officer repelled an attempted robbery in Colina: two criminals were shot.
  Two criminals were injured – one of them with life-threatening injuries – on the night of this Sunday, after a police officer repelled an attempted robbery with gunfire in the municipality of Coli…
  La Tercera latam 2026-05-11T04:57:17Z
• Philippine rice farmers bear brunt of expensive fuel and El Nino
  Nikkei asia 2026-05-11T04:57:05Z