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In China, foreign travelers are exploring small-city experiences

Sat, 09 May 2026 12:47:56 GMT

BEIJING, May 9 (Xinhua) -- The classic tourist itinerary in China is evolving, with more foreign visitors swapping checklist travel for a mix of curiosity, commerce and exploration beyond megacities.

A recent report by the Chinese lifestyle platform Rednote, also known as Xiaohongshu, showed that instead of staying in Beijing and Shanghai, visitors are heading to smaller cities across the country, with their foot

WFI issues show-cause notice to Vinesh Phogat, bars wrestler from return over anti-doping and safety concerns

Sat, 09 May 2026 12:32:02 GMT

New Delhi [India], May 9 (ANI): The Wrestling Federation of India (WFI) has issued a detailed show cause notice to three-time Olympian Vinesh Phogat, accusing her of multiple acts of indiscipline and anti-doping violations, while also declaring her ineligible to compete in the upcoming National Open Ranking Tournament 2026 in Gonda.

In the detailed 15-page notice dated May 9, 2026, the federation levelled four ma

China Sports Weekly (5.3-5.9)

Sat, 09 May 2026 11:15:30 GMT

BEIJING, May 9 (Xinhua) -- Here are the latest Chinese sports headlines from the past week:

1. China claims historic silver at men's ice hockey World Championship Division I Group B

China beat Estonia 3-2 in a penalty shootout at the 2026 IIHF Men's World Championship Division I Group B on May 5 to win the silver medal, the country's best result since the current tournament format was intro

Paris to host first European leg of UAE President's Cup for Arabian Horses tomorrow

Sat, 09 May 2026 10:11:14 GMT

ABU DHABI, 9th May, 2026 (WAM) -- Paris will host the first European leg and a summit of global confrontations within the 33rd edition of the UAE President's Cup Series for Purebred Arabian Horses on Sunday.

The event will take place at the historic ParisLongchamp racecourse, bringing together elite Purebred Arabians and champions in one of the most prominent fixtures of the European season.

The French leg

OpTic Texas keep rolling in CDL Major 3 qualifying

Sat, 09 May 2026 09:40:23 GMT

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OpTic Texas maintained their perfect record in qualifying for the Call of Duty League Stage 3 Major, sweeping the Paris Gentle Mates 3-0 on Friday.

Texas improved to 4-0, while Paris slipped to 3-1. The Los Angeles Thieves, who were idle on Friday, hold second place at 3-0.

In other action as the third week of qualifying got underway, the Riyadh Falcons down

Sounders out to extend run of home dominance vs. slumping San Diego

Sat, 09 May 2026 03:19:03 GMT

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Last season, San Diego FC surprised all of MLS by winning the Western Conference title as an expansion team.

It's safe to say San Diego is now going through a sophomore slump.

San Diego (3-5-3, 12 points) is mired in an eight-match winless streak heading into Saturday's visit to the Seattle Sounders (6-1-2, 20 points).

Marcus Ingvartsen tallied twice

Dino Prizmic ousts Novak Djokovic in Rome stunner

Sat, 09 May 2026 00:05:14 GMT

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Croatian qualifier Dino Prizmic stunned No. 3 seed Novak Djokovic 2-6, 6-2, 6-4 in second-round action of the Italian Open Friday in Rome.

After losing the final four games of the opening set, the 20-year-old Prizmic won the first four of the second set on the way to leveling the match. He then came away with the only break of the third set at 2-2 to secure his second

How Russia is quietly returning to Europe

Fri, 08 May 2026 22:55:10 GMT

Russias cultural comeback in Western Europe is underway

The West's Overton window on Russia is slowly beginning to reopen. A revealing example emerged this week in Italy. At the Venice Art Biennale, organizers decided to reopen the Russian pavilion for the first time in four years. More importantly, it wasn't handed over to representatives of the emigre opposition or anti-Kremlin proxies, but to

Jonathan Bailey, Natalie Portman set to team up for upcoming psychological thriller 'Pumping Black'

Fri, 08 May 2026 21:58:35 GMT

Los Angeles [US], May 9 (ANI): Hollywood star Jonathan Bailey has been brought on board for a new film opposite Oscar-winning actor Natalie Portman.

According to Variety, Jonathan Bailey and Natalie Portman will team up for an upcoming psychological thriller, 'Pumping Black', set in the competitive and cutthroat world of professional cycling.

The film is set to be directed by Mimi Cave, best known for 202

Lionel Messi: Neymar 'deserves' another World Cup run for Brazil

Fri, 08 May 2026 18:55:10 GMT

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Count Argentina and Inter Miami superstar Lionel Messi among those who thinks that Neymar should compete for his native Brazil in the upcoming World Cup.

Messi, who played with Neymar for four seasons at Barcelona and another two at Paris Saint-Germain before both moved on in 2023, admitted he does not consider himself objective about the 34-year-old playe

Satwiksairaj hits back at trolls after expressing concern over lack of reception following Thomas Cup bronze

Fri, 08 May 2026 17:33:23 GMT

New Delhi [India], May 8 (ANI): Star Indian doubles badminton player Satwiksairaj Rankireddy on Friday cleared the air over his statements on lack of reception for Team India's Thomas Cup bronze medal win, saying that his remarks 'did not come from a place of wanting personal fame or taking credit away from other's achievements', but his message is to 'foster a culture that encourages and celebrates every win, big or s

Trump is punishing Germany for not enough appeasement

Fri, 08 May 2026 17:09:43 GMT

Berlins years of obedient Atlantic loyalty have ended in troop cuts, shelved missiles, and fresh humiliation from Washington

Despite what Western mainstream media, think-tanks, and some propagandists with academic titles have been telling us, NATO-EU Europe has never "appeased" Russia.

In reality, the NATO-EU European elites, with Germany among the leaders, have certainly appeased the US. B

CHINA-BEIJING-WANG YI-FRANCE-TALKS (CN)

Fri, 08 May 2026 15:45:33 GMT

(260508) -- BEIJING, May 8, 2026 (Xinhua) -- Wang Yi, a member of the Political Bureau of the Communist Party of China Central Committee and director of the Office of the Central Commission for Foreign Affairs, holds talks with Emmanuel Bonne, diplomatic adviser to the French president, in Beijing, capital of China, May 8, 2026. (Xinhua/Dai Tianfang)

Canada's Alphonso Davies out 'several weeks' ahead of World Cup

Fri, 08 May 2026 15:25:21 GMT

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With this summer's World Cup fast approaching, Canada captain Alphonso Davies will be sidelined several weeks with a left hamstring injury.

The 25-year-old Bayern Munich left-back sustained the injury in Wednesday's Champions League semifinal against Paris Saint-Germain, the Bundesliga club confirmed Friday.

Canada Soccer said it will remain in close contact wit

EU mocked over use of Spiderman meme in propaganda push

Fri, 08 May 2026 11:26:03 GMT

The European Commissions attempt at narrative warfare online was deemed Orwellian and clueless

The European Commission has faced ridicule after using a popular internet meme to portray critics of the EU as conspiracy theorists.

On Thursday, the bloc's executive branch posted a variation of the well-known 'Peter Parker glasses' four-panel meme on social media. The format, taken from the Tobe

Britains population replacement has passed the point of no return

Fri, 08 May 2026 11:22:21 GMT

Royal symbolism, protest crackdowns and legal double standards point to the UKs deep national unraveling

In 2026, the British monarch issued a public message marking Ramadan and Eid al-Fitr, while Easter, unlike in all previous years, was no longer accompanied by a special royal address. Only a brief greeting on behalf of the royal family was published for the Christian holiday.

This patter

India conducts maiden flight of glide weapon system

Fri, 08 May 2026 08:17:16 GMT

The locally developed TARA can convert unguided warheads into high-precision munitions

India has conducted the maiden flight of its locally developed glide weapon system.

The Defense Research and Development Organization (DRDO) and the Indian Air Force successfully conducted the maiden flight-trial off the coast of Odisha on Thursday.

The Tactical Advanced Range Augmentation (TARA) ex

Chinese agricultural exports add flavor to global dining tables

Fri, 08 May 2026 07:46:15 GMT

JINAN, May 8 (Xinhua) -- One early morning, Zhao, a London resident, picked up a package of green pak choi from a store's cold storage area to take home and stir-fry with garlic for a taste of home.

"Consumers can now find not only long-storing cabbage but also fresh greens like pak choi and choy sum. With these greens, I can enjoy a home-style Chinese meal," he said.

This small scene is part of a much bigg

La Liga: Federico Valverde to miss El Clasico against Barcelona

Fri, 08 May 2026 04:32:22 GMT

Madrid [Spain], May 8 (ANI): Real Madrid's Federico Valverde will miss the upcoming high-stakes El Clasico clash against Barcelona after Los Blancos confirmed that the midfielder has been diagnosed with a cranioencephalic trauma.

The development comes after the midfielder was involved in an altercation with teammate Aurelien Tchouameni. There was no reported injury with the 26-year-old French international.

Handed Trump 2010 Brazil-Turkey Iran nuclear agreement during Washington meeting: Brazilian Prez Lula

Fri, 08 May 2026 02:31:37 GMT

Washington DC [US], May 8 (ANI): Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva on Thursday (local time) said he once again presented US President Donald Trump with the 2010 nuclear agreement brokered by Brazil and Turkey with Iran, arguing that the deal had demonstrated a viable diplomatic path for Tehran's nuclear programme.

Speaking during a press conference in Washington following his meeting with the US Presi

Defending champ Jasmine Paolini survives scare to advance in Rome

Fri, 08 May 2026 00:05:06 GMT

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That's exactly what ninth-seeded and defending champion Jasmine Paolini did in her first match back on the clay at the Italian Open on Thursday in Rome.

Despite producing 57 unforced errors, Paolini edged France's Leolia Jeanjean, 6-7 (4), 6-2, 6-4 in a match that featured long rallies and lasted two hours, 55 minutes.

'I was a little bit nervous,' Paolin

French Senate passes cultural property restitution bill

Thu, 07 May 2026 19:15:21 GMT

The bill seeks to establish a clearer and simpler legal framework for returning cultural assets acquired by France through illicit means, including looting, theft and sales conducted under coercion.

PARIS, May 7 (Xinhua) -- The French Senate on Thursday approved a draft law on the restitution of cultural property acquired through illicit appropriation, following a new round of debate.

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IOC lifts restrictions on athletes from Belarus

Thu, 07 May 2026 16:55:12 GMT

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Athletes from Belarus have been reinstated by the International Olympic Committee Executive board after they were banned from competing under the country's flag following Russia's invasion of Ukraine in 2022.

The decision, which was announced by the IOC on Thursday, does not pertain to athletes from Russia.

Belarus was suspended by the IOC from sending athletes i

Why is Alexander Dugin suddenly attacking Whites

Thu, 07 May 2026 16:37:14 GMT

The Russian philosopher has sparked outrage, but his target is not race its the liberalism and nihilism of modern Western civilization

"Whites? They are destroyed the world and themselves. To be white means to be nihilist. It is self hatred race. It caused so many troubles to others and to itself. It lost the right to be something. No arguments to support their existence."

This is what Russ

FRANCE-PARIS-CULTURAL PROPERTY RESTITUTION-DRAFT LAW

Thu, 07 May 2026 16:17:50 GMT

(260507) -- PARIS, May 7, 2026 (Xinhua) -- People enjoy their leisure time near the French Senate in Paris, France, on May 7, 2026. The French Senate on Thursday approved a draft law on the restitution of cultural property acquired through illicit appropriation, following a new round of debate. (Xinhua/Wu Huiwo)

Bulgaria: The Full Cabinet of Prime Minister Rumen Radev

Thu, 07 May 2026 15:40:22 GMT

After weeks of unofficial discussions and party maneuvering, the final composition of ?Progressive Bulgaria's? regular cabinet has been formally unveiled. Following President Iliyana Yotova's handover of the first mandate to the largest parliamentary force in the 52nd National Assembly, Prime Minister?designate Rumen Radev presented a fully prepared government lineup. Many of the names previously circulating in unoffic

Strategy or madness The EU is flirting with nuclear escalation

Thu, 07 May 2026 12:50:44 GMT

Under the banner of autonomy, European elites are normalizing nuclear brinkmanship, the politics of fear, and blind Russophobia

There is something deeply unsettling in the tone of the EU's current strategic debate. What is presented as prudence increasingly resembles panic. What is framed as 'strategic autonomy' often sounds like something else entirely: A loss of confidence, a surge of ideologic

Halle Berry wraps shooting for 'Fleur' in Paris

Thu, 07 May 2026 11:04:50 GMT

Paris [France], May 7 (ANI): Academy Award-winning actor Halle Berry has officially completed filming for her upcoming film 'Fleur' in Paris, marking the end of production on the erotic drama directed by Ellie Foumbi.

Berry shared the update with her followers on Wednesday, describing the experience as a 'once in a lifetime journey' in the French capital.

The actor celebrated the production wrap by posting

Iran's President Pezeshkian accuses US of 'stabbing from behind' during talks with French President Macron

Thu, 07 May 2026 11:04:27 GMT

Tehran [Iran], May 7 (ANI): Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian, on a call with French President Emmanuel Macron, said that Washington's conduct during negotiations with Tehran amounted to 'stabbing from behind', as tensions continue over the Strait of Hormuz and the ongoing regional conflict.

According to a statement published on the website of the Iranian President's office on Wednesday, Pezeshkian said US beha

MLB roundup: Andy Pages belts 3 homers as Dodgers down Astros

Thu, 07 May 2026 05:55:06 GMT

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Andy Pages' career-best three home runs and six RBIs carried the visiting Los Angeles Dodgers to a 12-2 victory over the Houston Astros on Wednesday.

Los Angeles starter Tyler Glasnow left after an inning with back spasms, but manager Dave Roberts said he didn't think the injury was serious or a long-term issue. Jack Dreyer (2-1) earned the win by throwing two scor

PSG edge Bayern Munich in thriller to reach second straight UEFA Champions League final

Thu, 07 May 2026 03:44:34 GMT

Munich [Germany], May 7 (ANI): Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) booked their place in a second consecutive UEFA Champions League final after battling to a 1-1 draw against Bayern Munich in the semi-final second leg, sealing a dramatic 6-5 aggregate victory in Bavaria.

Defending champions PSG arrived in Germany holding a slender advantage from the first leg, and Luis Enrique's men wasted little time tightening their grip

Daniel Altmaier delivers in the clutch in Rome

Thu, 07 May 2026 03:40:28 GMT

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World No. 64 Daniel Altmaier outlasted first-round opponent Zhizhen Zhang in Rome at the Internazionali BNL d'Italia on Wednesday, setting up a second-round matchup with No. 3 Alexander Zverev.

The 27-year-old German rallied to win 4-6, 7-6 (3), 6-4 against China's Zhang, who finished with more winners (29-25) and fewer unforced errors (20-25). The two-hour, 23-min

Iranian President Says He Recently Met Supreme Leader

Thu, 07 May 2026 03:31:31 GMT

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Iranian President Masud Pezeshkian has said that he recently met and had a detailed conversation with Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei.

Speaking at Iran's Health Ministry on May 7, Pezeshkian said he met Khamenei for 2 1/2 hours but gave no further details about the meeting, only that

Iran Denies Involvement In South Korea Ship Incident

Thu, 07 May 2026 03:31:31 GMT

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Iran Denies Involvement In South Korea Ship Incident

In a statement, Tehran's embassy in Seoul has said that Iran wasn't involved in an incident that damaged a South Korean ship in the Strait of Hormuz.

The embassy's statement also said that safe passage through the Strait of Hormuz requires "coordination with the competent authorities of the Islamic Republic of Iran" and that

ASEAN States Meet As Iran War Takes Growing Economic Toll

Thu, 07 May 2026 03:31:31 GMT

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ASEAN States Meet As Iran War Takes Growing Economic Toll

Leaders of the ASEAN states are arriving in the central Philippines on May 7 for a summit focused on economic issues tied to the war in the Middle East.

Supply chain issued caused by the US-Israeli war with Iran are likely to dominate the discussions of theAssociation of Southeast Asian Nations,a gro

(SP)GERMANY-MUNICH-FOOTBALL-UEFA CHAMPIONS LEAGUE-SEMI-FINAL-PSG VS BAYERN MUNICH

Thu, 07 May 2026 00:45:14 GMT

(260507) -- MUNICH, May 7, 2026 (Xinhua) -- Goalkeeper of Bayern Munich Manuel Neuer (R) makes a save during the UEFA Champions League semi-final second leg football match between Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) and Bayern Munich in Munich, Germany, May 6, 2026. (Photo by Philippe Ruiz/Xinhua)

Ty France comes through as Padres knock off Giants

Wed, 06 May 2026 22:40:30 GMT

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Ty France broke a seventh-inning tie with a two-run, pinch-hit triple, Xander Bogaerts added a two-run homer in the eighth, and the San Diego Padres captured a road series win over the San Francisco Giants with a 5-1 victory Wednesday afternoon.

After taking over from opener Bradgley Rodriguez, Matt Waldron (1-1) threw five one-run innings for his first win of the

Paris Saint-Germain draw with Bayern Munich to reach Champions League final

Wed, 06 May 2026 22:05:10 GMT

MUNICH, 7th May, 2026 (WAM) -- Paris Saint-Germain of France, the defending champions, qualified for the UEFA Champions League final after drawing 1-1 tonight with Bayern Munich of Germany at Allianz Arena in Munich in the second leg of the semi-final.

The French side advanced after securing a 5-4 victory in the first leg last week, progressing 6-5 on aggregate.

Paris Saint-Germain will face Arsenal of Engl

Nudity for NATO: The OnlyFans strategy for saving Ukraine

Wed, 06 May 2026 19:57:30 GMT

Pussy Riot and FEMENs Venice Biennale protest showed the version of Ukraine the EU knows how to consume: obedient and stripped for export

Yellow and blue smoke rose, and out of it appeared a pair of breasts with "RUSSIA KILLS" written across bare skin. The performance was optimized for the press preview circuit, providing free self-pleasuring material for the Ukrainian-flags-in-bio crowd and thei

French National Assembly passes cultural property restitution bill

Wed, 06 May 2026 16:45:15 GMT

PARIS, May 6 (Xinhua) -- The French National Assembly on Wednesday approved, following a new round of debate, a draft law on the restitution of cultural property acquired through illicit appropriation

Canton Fair highlights "Made in China" upgrade

Wed, 06 May 2026 11:47:32 GMT

GUANGZHOU, May 6 (Xinhua) -- Maria Laura from Argentina, who has had difficulty walking due to muscle weakness and has relied on a wheelchair for years, came to the Canton Fair as a companion to help a friend source hairdressing products, but in the service robot exhibition area she found an unexpected surprise, the chance to stand up again.

At the just-concluded 139th China Import and Export Fair, also known as

Why African sovereignty still has a French accent

Wed, 06 May 2026 11:00:40 GMT

The Francophonie system is rooted in the colonial past, when language was the main tool of administration and control

Despite gaining independence in the 1960s, African states still have not fully broken away from certain structures of influence inherited from the colonial period. Among them, institutional Francophonie occupies a unique place. Often presented as a space for cultural exchange and

Why so many Africans still speak their colonizers language

Wed, 06 May 2026 11:00:40 GMT

The Francophonie system is rooted in the colonial past, when language was the main tool of administration and control

Rookie starters get nod as Angels face White Sox in series finale

Wed, 06 May 2026 09:05:12 GMT

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The Los Angeles Angels will try to win their first home series since early April when they face the Chicago White Sox in the decisive contest of their three-game series on Wednesday afternoon in Anaheim, Calif.

To do it, they have a big obstacle to overcome.

Noah Schultz (2-1, 2.53 ERA), a 6-foot-10, 240-pound left-hander who is ranked as the No. 2 prospect

Macron Calls For End To Hormuz Blockade

Wed, 06 May 2026 07:31:31 GMT

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Macron Calls For End To Hormuz Blockade

French President Emmanuel Macron called for restoring ship traffic to the Strait of Hormuz, and he condemned Irans unjustified strikes against civilian ships and targets in the United Arab Emirates.

In a post on X, Macron also confirmed that the French aircraft carrier Charles de Gaulle was being pre-positioned near the strait as part of

US Warplane Fires On Iranian-Flagged Ship

Wed, 06 May 2026 07:31:31 GMT

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US military officials said a naval warplane fired on and disabled the rudder of an Iranian-flagged oil tanker that tried to break the US blockade of Iranian ports.

In a statementon May 6,US Central Command, which oversees Washington's forces in the region, said the ship's crew

Angelina Jolie wins key court ruling in Chateau Miraval dispute with Brad Pitt

Wed, 06 May 2026 05:58:30 GMT

Washington [US], May 6 (ANI): In a significant development in the long-running legal battle over Chateau Miraval, Angelina Jolie has secured a favourable court ruling against Brad Pitt, with a Los Angeles Superior Court judge denying Pitt's request for access to a set of private emails linked to the sale of her stake in the French winery.

According to court documents obtained by Page Six, the judge ruled on Monda

Denis Kitaev: Biography of Real Estate Developer

Wed, 06 May 2026 05:34:05 GMT

Denis Kitaev is a Russian real estate developer. The company he co-founded, Vesper, redevelops historic buildings in central Moscow into high-end housing.

Childhood and education

Denis Vladimirovich Kitaev was born on February 3, 1977. From childhood, he showed a natural talent for drawing and drafting, and he graduated from a Moscow school with an advanced focus on the arts.

After finishing school,

Saka's goal seals Arsenal's place in UEFA Champions League Final after 20-year wait

Wed, 06 May 2026 02:55:34 GMT

London [UK], May 6 (ANI): Arsenal secured their place in the UEFA Champions League final after a hard-fought 1-0 victory over Atletico Madrid in the semi-final second leg at the Emirates Stadium.

With the result, Arsenal won the tie 2-1 on aggregate after drawing 1-1 in the first leg at the Wanda Metropolitano.

The match saw a resilient performance from Mikel Arteta's side, who were determined to return to

Immersive opera breaks boundaries in north China Italian-style complex

Wed, 06 May 2026 02:15:30 GMT

TIANJIN, May 6 (Xinhua) -- Dressed as the tragic heroine Violetta, the singer filled the bustling Italian Style Area with her voice. This area, located in north China's Tianjin Municipality, is the sole well-preserved Italian-style architectural complex in Asia, bearing witness to a vibrant fusion of culture and consumption.

The Italian opera "La Traviata" is usually performed on a theater stage with elaborate se

"We don't celebrate our athletes the way we should": Shuttler Chirag Shetty after India's bronze at Thomas Cup 2026

Tue, 05 May 2026 22:46:14 GMT

New Delhi [India], May 5 (ANI): Badminton player Chirag Shetty on Tuesday said that India cannot yet be considered a true sporting nation, pointing out that even major achievements like a Thomas Cup victory don't bring badminton athletes the level of recognition and celebration they deserve.

Chirag Shetty, a part of India's Thomas Cup 2026 contingent who brought home the bronze medal after facing a defeat to Fran

Ministry of Education organises Bharat Innovates 2026 pre-event roadshow in Paris to engage Global investors, corporates, universities and research institutions

Tue, 05 May 2026 19:56:02 GMT

New Delhi [India], May 5 (ANI): As part of its outreach to global investors, the Ministry of Education organised a roadshow in Paris on Tuesday to showcase Bharat Innovates 2026. The Bharat Innovates initiative, scheduled to be held from June 14-16 in Nice, France, aims to connect India's deep-tech start-ups and higher education innovation ecosystem with global investors, corporates, universities and research instituti

"I wanted to play really badly": Lakshya Sen after missing out on India's Thomas Cup semis tie against France

Tue, 05 May 2026 19:52:54 GMT

New Delhi [India], May 5 (ANI): India's highest-ranked shuttler Lakshya Sen shed light on the difficulty of sitting out India's Thomas Cup 2026 semifinal tie against France and watching from the sidelines despite wanting to play. The Indian shuttler said that he wanted to play the match 'really badly.'

India lost to France 0-3 in the semifinals in Horsens, Denmark, on Saturday as India's dream of reclaiming the t

Ex-Arsenal legend "amazed" by Yamal's game intelligence, wants him to be at "peak" during FIFA WC

Tue, 05 May 2026 19:45:11 GMT

London [UK], May 5 (ANI): Former France and Arsenal football icon Thierry Henry said that he is 'amazed' by the game intelligence of teenage sensation Lamine Yamal, saying that the upcoming FIFA World Cup deserves to witness the 18-year-old at his peak, even at it comes at expense of his native team, France.

Speaking at an event in London ahead of the global showpiece event starting from June 11 onwards, Henry s

N.J. hosting four World Cup camps with addition of Haiti

Tue, 05 May 2026 17:55:18 GMT

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It will be a melting pot in the Garden State with Morocco and Haiti joining Brazil and Senegal with base camps in New Jersey for this summer's World Cup, The Athletic reported Tuesday.

Brazil, Morocco and Haiti all were selected into Group C for the tournament.

Brazil will be based at the New York Red Bulls' training facility in Morris Township ahead of its

Minjee Lee among 6 LPGA players added to WTGL roster

Tue, 05 May 2026 16:55:14 GMT

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Six more LPGA Tour players committed to participating in the inaugural WTGL season on Tuesday, including three-time major winner Minjee Lee.

In addition to Lee, an 11-time winner on the LPGA Tour from Australia, the newly announced participants in the tech-infused indoor golf league are Danielle Kang, Megan Khang, Andrea Lee, Celine Boutier of France and Alban

Aryna Sabalenka: Slam boycott could settle prize share dispute

Tue, 05 May 2026 16:19:05 GMT

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World No. 1 Aryna Sabalenka suggested players could organize a boycott of the Grand Slam tournaments to secure a bigger share of the prize money.

'At some point we will boycott,' the Belarusian star said at a news conference Tuesday in Rome ahead of the Italian Open. 'I feel like that's going to be the only way to kind of, like, fight for our rights.

'Let's see h

Dharmendra Pradhan congratulates IIT Madras for Tech Summit 2026, says PM Modi to attend "grand exhibition" on deep tech in France next month

Tue, 05 May 2026 15:57:01 GMT

New Delhi [India], May 5 (ANI): Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan on Tuesday said India is organising a grand exhibition of its deep technology in Nice, France, next month with Prime Minister Narendra Modi and French President Emmanuel Macron in attendance.

He said this while attending the IIT Madras Technology Summit 2026 in the national capital, and lauded the institution for its role in 'building Bha

What Every Player Should Know About Gambling Before Placing a Bet

Tue, 05 May 2026 11:29:18 GMT

Online and land-based gambling generate hundreds of billions of dollars in revenue each year, yet many participants engage with little understanding of how the industry actually works. For those looking to explore covering the mechanics, regulation, and psychology behind wagering, the gap between casual play and informed play can be significant.

How the Gambling Industry Is Structured

The global gambling

Indian football fans may miss 2026 World Cup Reuters

Tue, 05 May 2026 11:19:43 GMT

FIFA is yet to seal broadcast deals in India and China, sparking blackout fears weeks before kickoff

Millions of football fans in India and China, the world's two most populous nations, are facing the prospect of ablackoutof the 2026 football World Cup. A broadcast deal with India is yet to be finalized, Reuters reported on Tuesday. There has also been no deal announcement for China.

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Indian football fans facing World Cup blackout Reuters

Tue, 05 May 2026 11:19:43 GMT

FIFA is yet to seal broadcast deals in India and China, sparking fears weeks before kickoff

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Robert Murrett: Hormuz Crisis 'A Big Challenge' For The US

Tue, 05 May 2026 11:19:05 GMT

WASHINGTON -- As tensions surge in the Strait of Hormuz following President Donald Trumps announcement of Project Freedom, an effort to get commercial shipping traffic flowing, the fragile cease-fire between Washington and Tehran appears increasingly strained.

Shipping giant Maersk said one of its vessels successfully transited the strait under US military protection on May 4, even as risks persist. With question

Wider Europe Briefing: Montenegro Edging Closer To The EU

Tue, 05 May 2026 10:08:02 GMT

Welcome to Wider Europe, RFE/RL's newsletter focusing on the key issues concerning the European Union, NATO, and other institutions and their relationships with the Western Balkans and Europe's Eastern neighborhoods.

I'm RFE/RL Europe Editor Rikard Jozwiak, and this week I am drilling down on two issues: Montenegro edging closer to the European Union; and more sanctions on Russians for the deportation of Ukrainia

Xinhua Headlines: May Day outbound travel boom points to rising consumer confidence in China

Tue, 05 May 2026 09:15:24 GMT

Governments and tourism authorities worldwide are increasingly courting Chinese travelers, recognizing their outsized spending power. Observers said that as China's tourism demand steadily picks up, its broader impact on the global economy is gradually emerging.

BEIJING, May 5 (Xinhua) -- During the May Day holiday, Chinese travelers fanned out across the globe, bringing a surge in outbound trave

Mali leader takes over Defense Ministry after deadly attacks

Tue, 05 May 2026 08:44:25 GMT

The move comes days after General Assimi Goita vowed to neutralize those responsible for the April 25 assaults

Mali's transitional president, General Assimi Goita, has taken over the duties of defense minister after Sadio Camara, who had held the post, was killed in a wave of coordinated attacks by militants, the authorities have said.

A presidential order published in the West African nati

"Unacceptable violations": European Council Chief backs UAE after Iranian strikes, calls for de-escalation

Tue, 05 May 2026 08:22:45 GMT

Brussels [Belgium], May 5 (ANI): European Council President Antonio Costa has joined a chorus of world leaders expressing solidarity with the UAE, following reports from Abu Dhabi that Iranian missile and drone strikes targeted civilian infrastructure.

Conveying his support via a post on X, Costa affirmed his 'full solidarity with @MohamedBinZayed and the people of the United Arab Emirates following Iran's unjust

"Stop holding the world hostage": German Chancellor Merz condemns Iran's strikes on UAE

Tue, 05 May 2026 08:16:37 GMT

Berlin [Germany], May 5 (ANI): German Chancellor Friedrich Merz has called on the Iranian leadership to resume diplomatic negotiations following Monday's missile and drone strikes directed at the United Arab Emirates (UAE).

The strikes represent the first instance of Iranian military action against the Gulf state since a ceasefire was established nearly four weeks ago. According to the UAE Defence Ministry, its a

India's Karting Landscape Gets a Global Upgrade with Torq03's Latest Initiative

Tue, 05 May 2026 08:13:33 GMT

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Bengaluru (Karnataka) [India], May 5: Torq03 on April 8 2026 announced a landmark collaboration with Sodikart (France), 360 Karting (Slovenia), and CSML Group (India) to introduce globally benchmarked karting technology in India. The initiative will come to life as part of Torq03's upcoming state-of-the-art facility at Embassy Manyata Business Park in North Bengaluru, setting a new precedent for premium, exp

Step into the Ramayana: World's first 7D International 'Ramkatha Museum' enters final phase

Tue, 05 May 2026 07:55:16 GMT

Ayodhya (Uttar Pradesh) [India], May 5 (ANI): Aiming to bridge the gap between tradition and innovation, a new museum is set to use 7D technology and Artificial Intelligence (AI) to tell the story of Lord Ram. From his childhood to the epic battles of the Ramayana, key milestones will be recreated using holograms for a truly life-like experience.

Additionally, a special 7D 'Hanuman Gallery'--dedicated to the valo

Met Gala 2026: Sudha Reddy showcases South Indian craft in custom Manish Malhotra look

Tue, 05 May 2026 04:02:12 GMT

New York City [US], May 5 (ANI): Billionaire philanthropist Sudha Reddy walked the 2026 Met Gala carpet, turning attention towards Indian textile traditions, as she walked the red carpet in a custom outfit designed by Manish Malhotra.

Held in New York on May 5, the event saw Reddy wear an ensemble titled 'The Tree of Life', which drew from the traditional Kalamkari art form from South India. The outfit was create

'Riverdale' actress Camila Mendes appears at Met Gala in Manish Malhotra's ensemble

Tue, 05 May 2026 02:50:02 GMT

New York City [US], May 5 (ANI): India's renowned designer Manish Malhotra is undeniably a global name today. Over the years, his creations have been embraced not only by Bollywood's biggest stars but also by international icons from Hollywood and beyond.

The excitement around his work was once again on full display on Monday night at the Met Gala 2026, where his signature creativity and craftsmanship continued t

CHINA-JIANGSU-NANJING-JAPANESE INVASION OF CHINA-SCANNED ARCHIVES-HANDOVER (CN)

Tue, 05 May 2026 02:15:31 GMT

(260505) -- NANJING, May 5, 2026 (Xinhua) -- French national Bastien Ratat speaks at a handover ceremony featuring scanned copies of diplomatic archives related to the Japanese invasion of China at the Memorial Hall of the Victims of the Nanjing Massacre by Japanese Invaders in Nanjing, east China's Jiangsu Province, May 4, 2026. TO GO WITH "Frenchman hands over scanned archives of Japanese invasion of China" (The Memo

EU, Saudi Arabia condemn missile and drone attacks on UAE

Tue, 05 May 2026 01:35:12 GMT

Abu Dhabi [UAE], May 5 (ANI): International leaders, including European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen, European Parliament President Roberta Metsola, and Saudi Arabia's Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, have condemned recent alleged Iranian missile and drone attacks on the United Arab Emirates (UAE), expressing solidarity with Abu Dhabi and urging renewed diplomatic efforts to stabilize the escalating regio

TUNISIA-TUNIS-BOOK FAIR-CHINESE PAVILION

Mon, 04 May 2026 21:45:51 GMT

(260504) -- TUNIS, May 4, 2026 (Xinhua) -- A child reads a book at the Chinese pavilion at the 40th Tunis International Book Fair, held in Tunis, Tunisia, on May 2, 2026. The 40th Tunis International Book Fair concluded Sunday in Tunis, drawing steady crowds to the Chinese pavilion, where books in Chinese, Arabic, and French covered topics ranging from society and politics to culture. (Xinhua/Zhou Haojin)

Spurs aim to keep rolling in West semis as Wolves' chances improve

Mon, 04 May 2026 20:05:12 GMT

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The San Antonio Spurs look to parlay their power, overall depth and momentum into a victory when they host the Minnesota Timberwolves on Monday in Game 1 of the Western Conference semifinal series.

Game 2 in the best-of-seven series is on Wednesday in the Alamo City before the series shifts to Minneapolis for Games 3 and 4 on Friday and Sunday, respectively.

US facing historic low birth rates

Mon, 04 May 2026 18:15:39 GMT

CDC data shows fertility has fallen below even Depression-era levels, raising fresh questions about family stability and long-term decline

According to vital statistics data published in April by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), the birth rate in the United States has reached a new record low. In 2025, there were 53.1 births per 1,000 women of childbearing age (15-44) in the

China: Ambassador Vikram Doraiswami pays tributes to Mahatma Gandhi

Mon, 04 May 2026 16:37:34 GMT

Beijing [China], May 4 (ANI): Vikram Doraiswami on Monday commenced his assignment as the Ambassador of India to China by paying floral tributes to Mahatma Gandhi.

The Embassy of India in Beijing said that he also paid tributes to Rabindranath Tagore here.

'Vikram Doraiswami commenced his assignment as Ambassador of India to China by paying floral tributes to Mahatma Gandhi at Jintai Art Museum in Chaoyan

EU slammed over multi-billion AI infrastructure splurge plan

Mon, 04 May 2026 15:21:30 GMT

Brussels is set to announce plans to build massive computing hubs while critics stress there is almost no domestic artificial intelligence industry to use them

The EU's plan to spend over €20 billion ($23.5 billion) on AI gigafactories has drawn sharp criticism ahead of its formal launch as lawmakers and experts question whether there is any real demand for the facilities.

European Commissi

French couple on hantavirus cruise ship says no panic onboard

Fri, 08 May 2026 16:29:11 GMT

Julia and Roland Seitre, a French couple aboard the cruise ship hit by a deadlyhantavirusoutbreak, said passengers remained calm, called their journey an "unlikely adventure", and urged against unnecessary drama.

Read moreHantavirus outbreak risk to public is 'absolutely low', WHO says

Their ship left Ushuaia on the southern tip ofArgentinaon April 1 for a cruise across theAtlantic OceantoCape Verde, stoppi

French prosecutors seek charges against Musk and X over Grok content

Thu, 07 May 2026 22:52:05 GMT

French prosecutors are seeking charges againstElon Muskand his social platform X over child sexual abuse images on the platform,deepfakes, disinformation and complicity in denying crimes against humanity by the platform's artificial intelligence system, Grok.

The Paris public prosecutor's office said Wednesday it has opened an investigation into X on charges including complicity in possessing and distributing chi

Trump sets July 4 ultimatum for EU on trade pact

Thu, 07 May 2026 20:12:00 GMT

US PresidentDonald Trumpsaid in a Thursday social media post that goods from theEuropean Unionwould facehigher tariff rates if the 27-member bloc fails to approve last years trade framework by July 4.

The announcement appeared to be a deadline extension after the president said last Friday that EU autos would face a higher 25% tariff starting this week. Trump made the updated announcement after what he described

France's ex-president Sarkozy escapes second ankle tag sentence

Thu, 07 May 2026 02:52:32 GMT

Former French presidentNicolas Sarkozywill not serve time with an electronic ankle tag as punishment for illegal funding of his 2012 re-election bid, an informed source said Wednesday.

Sarkozy, 71, has faced a raft of accusations since leaving office after a single term from 2007 to 2012. He has denied all allegations in all cases.

Last year, he became modernFrance's first-ever presidentto go to jail,servin

Armenia, France stress strategic declaration

Thu, 07 May 2026 02:32:59 GMT

PanARMENIAN.Net - Armenian Security Council Secretary Armen Grigoryan and Tristan Oghon, director of the Analysis, Planning and Strategy Center at France's Foreign Ministry, stressed during a meeting in Yerevan the importance of signing the joint declaration "On establishing a strategic partnership between the Republic of Armenia and the French Republic."

The sides also e

France reopens probe into Rwandas ex-first lady over 1994 genocide

Wed, 06 May 2026 13:53:05 GMT

Frances judiciary on Wednesday ordered the resumption of an investigation into accusations that the widow ofRwandasformer presidentJuvenal Habyarimanawas involved in the 1994genocide.

Investigating magistrates last year dismissed the case into alleged complicity in genocide andcrimes against humanityagainst Agathe Habyarimana over insufficient evidence.

Read moreFrench judges dismiss genocide case against R

Burkina Faso's Junta Escalates Attack on Information

Wed, 06 May 2026 11:33:14 GMT

The military authorities in Burkina Faso are tightening their grip on what people can see, hear, and know.

On May 5, Burkina Faso's media regulator ordered the suspension of French broadcaster TV5Monde, accusing it of "disinformation" and "apology of terrorism" in its reporting on

FlyOne Armenia to buy Airbus jets

Wed, 06 May 2026 05:57:35 GMT

PanARMENIAN.Net - FlyOne Armenia announced the signing of a strategic agreement with Airbus for the acquisition of two Airbus A321neo (A321-200NX) aircraft.

The agreement was signed in the presence of Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan and French President Emmanuel Macron by FlyOne Armenia CEO Aram Khachatryan and Airbus Vice President for Sales and President for Eas

Yerevan, Paris expand education cooperation

Wed, 06 May 2026 02:38:17 GMT

PanARMENIAN.Net - Armenia and France will cooperate on developing a project to establish a French university in Armenia's Academic City and encourage the involvement of leading French higher education institutions. The initiative is outlined in the section on culture and education of the joint declaration on strategic partnership between the two countries.

The sides will

Macron thanks Armenia for warm welcome

Wed, 06 May 2026 01:24:27 GMT

PanARMENIAN.Net - French President Emmanuel Macron, whose state visit to Armenia has concluded, published a message in Armenian on his Facebook page.

"France loves you," he wrote.

Macron also shared a video of his speech delivered at Vardanants Square in Gyumri.

During the "Musical Bridge: Armenia-France" concert held in Gyumri, Macron thanked the Armenian p

Rubio says US military completed offensive operations in Iran

Tue, 05 May 2026 22:39:05 GMT

TheUnited Stateshas completed its offensive operations against Iran, Secretary of StateMarco Rubiosaid Tuesday, even as Washington warned it was ready to unleash a devastating response to any new attacks on shipping in the Strait of Hormuz.

Rubios remarks came afterWashingtons top military officer said American forces remain ready to resume combat operations if ordered, as clashes in the vital waterway threatened

Rubio says US military has completed offensive operations in Iran

Tue, 05 May 2026 22:39:05 GMT

Rubios remarks came afterWashingtons top military officer said American forces remain ready to resume combat operations if ordered, as clashes in the vital waterway threatened

Arsenal beat Atletico Madrid to reach Champions League final

Tue, 05 May 2026 20:56:21 GMT

Bukayo Saka scored the only goal of the game asArsenalbeatAtletico Madrid1-0 on Tuesday to progress to theChampions Leaguefinal.

The Gunners, who secured a 2-1 semi-final aggregate victory, will face either title-holders Paris Saint-Germain orBayern Munichin only their second appearance in the final of Europe's premier club competition.

Saka was on hand to slot in the rebound after Leandro Trossards shot wa

Armenia, France boost tech, defense partnership

Tue, 05 May 2026 09:43:32 GMT

PanARMENIAN.Net - Armenia and France will deepen strategic cooperation in the fields of military industry, artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, and semiconductors, Minister of High-Tech Industry Mkhitar Hayrapetyan said in a Facebook post.

He noted that a memorandum of understanding was signed on cooperation in artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, and semiconductors

Yerevan, Paris deepen ties across key sectors

Tue, 05 May 2026 09:26:32 GMT

PanARMENIAN.Net - Armenia and France have published the full text of their joint declaration on establishing a strategic partnership, outlining a broad framework for deepening bilateral relations across multiple sectors.

The document emphasizes the intention to significantly expand cooperation in political, economic, justice, defense, security, cultural, educational, scie

Armenia signs defense deals with French firms

Tue, 05 May 2026 09:11:05 GMT

PanARMENIAN.Net - Armenia's Ministry of Defense has signed agreements with French companies SOFEMA Group and Airbus Helicopters, under which transport helicopters and modern military equipment will be delivered to Armenia.

The move is aimed at strengthening the mobility and logistical capabilities of the armed forces, according to Radar Armenia.

At the same time, i

Armenia, France sign strategic partnership declaration

Tue, 05 May 2026 09:09:17 GMT

PanARMENIAN.Net - Armenia and France have signed a joint declaration establishing a strategic partnership. The document was signed by Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan and French President Emmanuel Macron.

The signing took place during Macron's state visit to Armenia, reports Armenpress.

Earlier, Pashinyan and Macron held talks at the presidential residence,

Former model accuses French scout of grooming her for Epstein

Tue, 05 May 2026 05:07:18 GMT

Former French model Juliette G. says it took her years to make sense of how she ended up in aNew Yorkbedroom with convicted sex offenderJeffrey Epstein.

The 43-year-old is one of two ex-models who have accused Daniel Siad, a French modelling scout with close ties to the late US financier, of having groomed them with the aim of introducing them to potential abusers.

Their stories come as part of a wider reck

Ex-model accuses French scout of grooming her for Epstein

Tue, 05 May 2026 05:07:18 GMT

Their stories come as part of a wider reckoning with rape and sexual assault in the wake of the global MeToo movement in recent years that has seen a number of accusations in France and beyond.

French president honors Genocide victims in Yerevan

Tue, 05 May 2026 04:53:21 GMT

PanARMENIAN.Net - French President Emmanuel Macron, who arrived in Armenia on a state visit, paid tribute to the victims of the Armenian Genocide at the Tsitsernakaberd memorial complex together with Armenian President Vahagn Khachaturyan.

Macron and Khachaturyan laid a wreath at the memorial honoring the victims, then placed flowers at the eternal flame along with member

Macron says France backs Armenia for justice

Tue, 05 May 2026 01:44:03 GMT

PanARMENIAN.Net - French President Emmanuel Macron said France supported Armenia because it was the right thing to do, speaking at a state dinner in Paris.

A state dinner was hosted at the presidential residence in honor of Emmanuel Macron on behalf of Armenian President Vahagn Khachaturyan and Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan, during which both delivered toasts.

Mac

Armenia turns 'towards Europe' as Macron highlights shift from Russia

Mon, 04 May 2026 23:19:32 GMT

Armeniahas chosen the path "towards Europe", French PresidentEmmanuel Macronsaid during a visit to Yerevan on Monday, as the landlocked post-Soviet state cautiously shifts away from Russia's political orbit.

Armenia has been building ties with Europe for years, amid frustration in the country over Moscow's perceived failure to protect it during conflicts with neighbouring Azerbaijan.

"For decades, we had be