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Former Microsoft engineer fired over protest on Israel AI ties

Wed, 05/21/2025 - 19:46
Vaniya Agrawal, a former Microsoft engineer, speaks out about being fired over her pro-Palestinian protest.

Is European pressure on Israel likely to make a difference?

Wed, 05/21/2025 - 19:32
The UK pauses trade talks as the EU threatens to review ties with Israel.

Israeli top court rules Shin Bet chief Ban’s firing by Netanyahu ‘unlawful’

Wed, 05/21/2025 - 19:06
Supreme Court finds no factual basis for Ronen Bar's dismissal, highlighting irregularities and lack of formal hearing.

South Sudan on edge as Sudan’s war threatens vital oil industry

Wed, 05/21/2025 - 18:59
Sudan's army says it may be forced to shut down facilities used to export oil from South Sudan as a result of the war.

Oman confirms new round of US-Iran talks despite enrichment dispute

Wed, 05/21/2025 - 18:47
A fifth round of nuclear negotiations between Washington and Tehran will take place in Rome on Friday, Oman says.

Classifying Taliban as ‘foreign terrorist organization’ under review: US

Wed, 05/21/2025 - 18:41
A 'comprehensive review' of the US's chaotic military withdrawal from Afghanistan in August 2021 has also been ordered. 

UK retailer M&S puts cyberattack cost at $400m as disruptions continue

Wed, 05/21/2025 - 18:38
Disruption from the 'highly sophisticated and targeted cyber attack', first reported around Easter weekend, continues.

Israeli soldiers fire towards foreign diplomats in occupied West Bank

Wed, 05/21/2025 - 17:47
Israeli soldiers fired towards a group of foreign diplomats on a visit to Jenin in the occupied West Bank.

The US v the ICC: Why is Trump going after the court?

Wed, 05/21/2025 - 17:41
Since the US sanctioned the ICC prosecutor in February, the court is struggling to function.

UnitedHealth paid nursing homes to reduce hospital transfers: Report

Wed, 05/21/2025 - 17:40
In one case, a person suffered permanent brain damage because of a delayed transfer, according to The Guardian.

Target cuts annual forecast as tariffs, boycotts weigh on sales

Wed, 05/21/2025 - 17:36
Unlike Walmart, Target is more heavily reliant on China for goods, and tariffs on its goods are driving earnings down.

Ex-Ukrainian politician gunned down in Madrid

Wed, 05/21/2025 - 17:29
Ex-Ukrainian politician Andriy Portnov, a former aide to ousted pro-Russian President Viktor Yanukovich, was shot dead.

Russia blames Ukraine war, Europe for delaying arms supply to ally Armenia

Wed, 05/21/2025 - 16:46
Armenia has long relied on Russian weapons in its bitter dispute with neighbouring Azerbaijan.

EU, Arab diplomats come under Israeli fire in occupied West Bank’s Jenin

Wed, 05/21/2025 - 16:38
Several nations roundly condemn the incident and call for a transparent investigation.

Gaza desperately needs aid. How many trucks has Israel let in?

Wed, 05/21/2025 - 16:31
Aid agencies describe the level of food and medicine allowed into Gaza as 'ridiculously inadequate'.

India says Maoist rebel chief killed in ‘breakthrough’ blow

Wed, 05/21/2025 - 16:30
Home minister says Nambala Keshav Rao, alias Basavaraju, is among 27 rebels killed in operation in Chhattisgarh state.

A pontiff from Chiclayo: How Peru is reacting to Pope Leo XIV

Wed, 05/21/2025 - 15:45
Locals in Chiclayo, Peru, have fond memories of Leo's work as bishop, but some question his record responding to abuse.

Thousands of aid trucks for Gaza made to wait in Egypt

Wed, 05/21/2025 - 15:39
Thousands of aid trucks are stuck in Egypt as Israel blocks supplies from entering Gaza, video shows.

What is the Golden Dome defence system Trump announced?

Wed, 05/21/2025 - 14:27
The $175bn ambitious space proposal aims to counter aerial threats but China says it would prompt an arms race.

Israeli attacks kill 52 in Gaza as NGO slams ‘ridiculously inadequate aid’

Wed, 05/21/2025 - 14:19
Charity Doctors Without Borders says the amount of aid allowed into Gaza is not enough amid growing fears of famine.

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