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19/05/2026

Russian President Vladimir Putin is set to arrive in Beijing on Tuesday for an official state visit, just days after former US President Donald Trump concluded his own trip to China.

The visit highlights China’s growing role as a major center for global diplomacy and further demonstrates the close political relationship between Putin and Chinese President Xi Jinping. According to Chinese media, this will mark Putin’s 25th visit to China, with the two leaders having met more than 40 times over the years.

Analysts say the timing of the trip sends a strong message that Beijing maintains influential international partnerships and cannot easily be isolated by Western powers.

Putin’s arrival also comes during a challenging period for Russia. Moscow continues to face mounting economic pressure and limited military progress in the war in Ukraine, increasing Russia’s reliance on China for trade, energy cooperation and diplomatic support.

Ahead of the visit, Putin described Russia-China relations as being at an “unprecedented level,” highlighting growing trade between the two countries and the increasing use of the ruble and yuan instead of the US dollar in financial transactions.

China’s foreign ministry also praised the strengthening ties between the two nations, emphasizing the long-term strategic partnership between Beijing and Moscow.

This year marks 30 years since China and Russia established their strategic partnership and 25 years since signing a treaty focused on friendship and cooperation.

Economic cooperation, especially energy deals, is expected to dominate discussions during the visit. One major project under consideration is the proposed “Power of Siberia 2” gas pipeline, which would significantly expand Russian natural gas exports to China through Mongolia.

The project has become increasingly important for Russia as it seeks alternatives to European energy markets affected by Western sanctions following the Ukraine conflict.

19/05/2026

A lawyer representing the family of Ronald Greene says no financial settlement can heal the pain caused by Greene’s death, though a proposed $4.85 million agreement with the state of Louisiana marks an important step toward accountability.

Civil rights attorney Ben Crump made the remarks after reports emerged that Louisiana officials had reached a settlement with Greene’s family following mediation talks earlier this month.

If approved by the state legislature, the agreement would resolve a federal wrongful death lawsuit filed by Greene’s daughter after body-camera footage surfaced showing officers violently beating, shocking and restraining Greene during a 2019 arrest near Monroe.

Authorities initially claimed Greene died following a car crash after a police pursuit. However, video later obtained by the Associated Press contradicted that narrative, revealing officers using stun guns, punches and chokeholds on the unarmed Black motorist while he repeatedly pleaded for mercy.

The footage sparked outrage nationwide and intensified scrutiny of policing practices in Louisiana. During the arrest, Greene could be heard crying out in fear and calling officers “brother” as they restrained him.

Five white officers were involved in the incident. Two officers later faced misdemeanor battery charges and entered no-contest pleas. Another officer connected to the case died in a car crash shortly after reportedly learning he would be dismissed over his role in the incident.

Federal prosecutors ultimately declined to file criminal charges. Although the US Department of Justice under President Joe Biden later concluded Louisiana State Police had engaged in a pattern of excessive force, those findings were later withdrawn during President Donald Trump’s administration.

19/05/2026

Police in Catalonia have arrested the son of Isak Andic, the founder of the fashion brand Mango, as part of an investigation into his father’s death near Montserrat nearly 18 months ago.

Isak Andic, who founded the global fashion chain and became one of Spain’s wealthiest businessmen, died in December 2024 after reportedly falling about 100 metres into a ravine while hiking with his son Jonathan near Barcelona.

At the time, authorities initially treated the incident as a tragic accident. However, reports later emerged suggesting investigators had begun exploring the possibility of foul play.

On Tuesday, the Mossos d'Esquadra confirmed the arrest of Jonathan Andic, who is now being questioned in connection with the case. Family representatives acknowledged the questioning but maintained his innocence.

According to Spanish media reports, investigators reviewing the case found several inconsistencies and clues that allegedly led them to reconsider the original accident theory. Earlier reports indicated that Jonathan’s legal status in the investigation had changed from witness to possible suspect.

The Andic family previously released a statement saying they respected the ongoing judicial process and would continue cooperating fully with authorities while expressing confidence that Jonathan would eventually be cleared.

19/05/2026

The bodies of four missing Italian divers have been discovered inside a deep underwater cave in the Maldives, days after they disappeared during a dangerous diving expedition.

Authorities confirmed on Monday that rescue teams, assisted by expert Finnish cave divers, located the bodies deep within the cave system in the Vaavu Atoll region. Officials said the divers were found together in the third and deepest section of the cave.

Search operations had earlier been paused after a member of the Maldives National Defence Force died from decompression sickness while participating in the rescue effort.

According to officials, the five Italian divers had entered the cave on Thursday at an estimated depth of 50 metres — well beyond the Maldives’ standard recreational diving limit of 30 metres. One diver, who worked as an instructor, was found dead outside the cave earlier.

The Maldivian government said the group had been granted permission to study soft corals at the Devana Kandu site, but authorities were unaware the expedition involved technical cave diving, which carries significantly greater risks.

Government spokesperson Ahmed Shaam stated that recovery operations would begin carefully due to the complexity and danger of the cave environment.

Presidential spokesperson Mohamed Hussain Shareef explained that officials later suspended operations linked to the boat used by the divers after discovering it allegedly lacked the required permit for organizing such expeditions.

18/05/2026

Home care workers in New York City are preparing for another hunger strike after city officials failed to schedule a promised vote on legislation aimed at ending mandatory 24-hour work shifts for caregivers.

Last month, 15 home health aides protested outside city hall for six days without eating, demanding action on the proposed “No More 24 Act.” The workers ended the strike only after receiving assurances that the city council would move forward with a vote.

Activists say the current labor system forces many caregivers to work 24-hour live-in shifts while being paid for only 13 hours, with the remaining time categorized as meal and sleep breaks — despite workers often remaining on duty throughout the night.

The movement is being led by the Chinese Staff and Workers Association and the Ain’t I a Woman?! coalition, which have spent years organizing protests, legal challenges and hunger strikes over working conditions in the home care industry.

The proposed No More 24 Act would require agencies to divide overnight care into two 12-hour shifts and limit workers to 56 hours per week. It would also penalize employers who retaliate against workers refusing 24-hour assignments.

Christopher Marte, the council member behind the bill, said the practice is unfair and harmful, noting that workers are often separated from their own families for weeks at a time while living at patients’ homes.

Home care has become one of the fastest-growing industries in the United States due to the aging population, with New York’s home care sector alone valued at around $13 billion. Advocates argue the industry heavily depends on immigrant women and workers of color, many of whom rely on these jobs for healthcare and financial survival.

For the past two years, protesters — many elderly workers themselves — have gathered weekly outside offices belonging to the Chinese-American Planning Council, accusing the agency of withholding millions in wages.

Despite growing attention, the bill still lacks enough support in the city council to pass. Some disability advocacy groups and legal organizations oppose the proposal, warning that replacing 24-hour shifts with shorter shifts could worsen staffing shortages for patients needing continuous care.

18/05/2026

Spain’s conservative People’s Party (PP) emerged as the winner in Sunday’s regional election in Andalucía but failed to secure an outright majority, meaning it may now need support from the far-right Vox party to remain in power.

The election, seen as an important test ahead of Spain’s general election next year, dealt a major blow to the Spanish Socialist Workers’ Party (PSOE), led nationally by Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez, which recorded its worst-ever result in the region.

The PP won 53 seats in the 109-member regional parliament, falling just two seats short of an absolute majority and losing ground compared with the 58 seats it secured in 2022.

Meanwhile, Vox slightly improved its position by increasing its representation from 14 to 15 seats. Left-wing parties also gained some support, with Adelante Andalucía expanding its presence from two to six seats, while the coalition Por Andalucía retained its five seats.

The outcome means regional PP leader Juan Manuel Moreno, commonly known as Juanma Moreno, will likely need to negotiate with Vox despite repeatedly stating during the campaign that he preferred governing alone.

Moreno previously criticized Vox’s “national priority” policies, which promote giving preference to Spanish citizens over immigrants in access to housing and public benefits. Vox has pushed the policy strongly in recent coalition agreements with the PP in regions such as Extremadura and Aragón.

After the results were announced, Moreno acknowledged that achieving another majority had always been difficult but described the result as a strong victory. He pledged to continue reforms and maintain stability in Andalucía over the next four years.

The PP celebrated the election outcome as a significant success, while also portraying the PSOE’s performance as a serious setback for Sánchez’s government.

18/05/2026

More than 300 vehicles, including goods trucks and passenger buses, remained stranded on National Highway 2 on Sunday as a shutdown in Kangpokpi district entered its fifth consecutive day.

The protest was called by Kuki Inpi Manipur following the killing of three church leaders from the Thadou community in Kangpokpi district. The group later extended the shutdown by another 48 hours over the alleged detention of 14 Kuki civilians.

Supporting the protest, the Kuki Students’ Organisation Sadar Hills also announced a two-day total shutdown across Kangpokpi beginning on May 15.

The ongoing blockade severely affected traffic movement along stretches of NH-2 passing through Senapati district and Kangpokpi district, leaving hundreds of vehicles stuck between villages such as Khongnem and Tumuyon Khullen.

According to local residents, more than 200 vehicles were stranded between Khongnem and Senapati, while another 100 vehicles were halted near Mayangkhang and Tumuyon Khullen.

Drivers, passengers and transport workers reported facing serious difficulties due to shortages of food, water and sanitation facilities. Some passengers reportedly abandoned the route and returned home or sought alternate travel options.

Transport operators also said the prices of essential items had sharply increased because of the disruption, adding pressure on stranded travelers.

The Imphal-Mao stretch of NH-2 is considered one of Manipur’s most important supply routes, connecting the state to neighboring regions and carrying fuel, food supplies and other essential goods.

Authorities are facing growing concerns over possible shortages and supply chain disruptions if normal traffic movement is not restored soon.

17/05/2026

Thousands of people from across the United States gathered in Montgomery on Saturday for the “All Roads Lead to the South” rally, held in response to the US supreme court’s recent Louisiana v Callais ruling, which critics say weakened key protections under the Voting Rights Act.

The demonstration, organized by local and national civic groups, took place outside the Alabama state capitol — the same historic location tied to the 1965 Selma to Montgomery marches that became a symbol of the struggle for Black voting rights.

Addressing the crowd, Steven L. Reed, Montgomery’s first Black mayor, said the gathering represented a new beginning inspired by the courage and sacrifices of earlier generations who fought for civil rights.

Following the supreme court decision, several Republican-led states moved quickly to redraw electoral district maps, a move opponents argue weakens Black political representation. New voting maps have already been approved in Tennessee and Florida, while similar changes are being considered in Alabama, Louisiana and Georgia.

Activists, lawmakers and voting rights advocates from across the South attended the rally, including senators Cory Booker and Raphael Warnock, along with representatives Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, Terri Sewell and Shomari Figures.

Charlane Oliver urged supporters to continue resisting efforts to redraw district lines in ways she described as discriminatory, declaring that southern communities would continue making their voices heard in upcoming elections.

Throughout the rally, chants encouraging people to vote echoed through the crowd, while prayers and gospel music reflected the strong connection between the civil rights movement and the Black church tradition.

For many attendees, the event carried deep personal meaning. Several said their relatives had marched, protested and suffered violence during the civil rights era, and they felt a responsibility to continue that legacy today.

17/05/2026

Compressed natural gas (CNG) prices in Delhi have gone up once again, with rates increased by ₹1 per kg on Sunday, marking the second hike within 48 hours. The repeated increase is expected to affect commuters across Delhi-NCR, particularly those who depend on CNG-powered autos, taxis and personal vehicles.

Following the latest revision, the price of CNG in Delhi has risen from ₹79.09 per kg to ₹80.09 per kg.

The increase comes shortly after Prime Minister Narendra Modi appealed to citizens to use fuel carefully amid tensions in West Asia and disruptions linked to the Strait of Hormuz.

Just two days earlier, CNG prices had already been raised by ₹2 per kg, adding pressure on transportation costs in the region.

Fuel prices have also increased in the national capital. Petrol rates in Delhi have climbed by ₹3 per litre, rising from ₹94.77 to ₹97.77 per litre, while diesel prices have increased from ₹87.67 to ₹90.67 per litre.

The rising fuel costs have prompted auto and taxi unions to seek a fare revision. In a letter addressed to Delhi chief minister Rekha Gupta, the Delhi Auto Rickshaw Union and Delhi Pradesh Taxi Union said higher fares were necessary to ease the financial burden on drivers and reduce fare-related conflicts with passengers.

The unions have proposed increasing the minimum fare for the first 1.5 kilometres from ₹30 to ₹50, while the per-kilometre charge should rise from ₹11 to ₹15. They also demanded waiting charges of ₹1 per minute and an additional luggage fee of ₹25.

16/05/2026

Family, friends and supporters gathered in Melbourne on Saturday to remember 19-year-old Isla Bell, whose body was discovered in a landfill site 18 months ago, and to call for justice after prosecutors dropped a manslaughter case against the man previously accused over her death.

Bell was remembered as a compassionate, brave and kind-hearted young woman who loved gardening and carried a deep warmth for the people around her. Loved ones described her as someone with a “beautiful soul” who faced life with courage and openness.

The gathering outside the Victorian State Library also became a protest against the legal outcome in the case. Marat Ganiev, 55, who had initially been charged with Bell’s murder in October 2024, later saw the charge reduced to manslaughter before prosecutors this week withdrew it entirely, citing insufficient evidence to proceed to trial.

Ganiev now faces a separate charge of attempting to pervert the course of justice, a decision that devastated Bell’s family and intensified calls for reforms to the justice system and protections for vulnerable women.

Speaking emotionally at the vigil, Bell’s mother, Justine Spokes, said she had feared such an outcome but still struggled to cope with the pain of the decision. She criticized what she described as failures within the justice system while also urging people to confront broader issues of misogyny and violence against women in Australian society.

16/05/2026

At least eight people lost their lives and 32 others were injured after a freight train collided with a bus at a railway crossing in Bangkok, Thailand, officials said.

The accident occurred near the Airport Rail Link’s Makkasan station, where emergency crews and firefighters rushed to the scene after the crash triggered a major fire involving the bus and several nearby vehicles.

According to deputy transport minister Siripong Angkasakulkiat, early investigations suggest the bus became trapped on the railway tracks while waiting at a red traffic signal. Because the bus blocked the crossing area, the safety barriers were unable to close properly before the train arrived.

The freight train, which was carrying shipping containers, could not stop in time and crashed into the stranded bus.

Officials confirmed that all eight fatalities were passengers on the bus, while dozens of injured victims were taken to nearby hospitals for treatment.

Videos circulating on social media captured the moment the train slammed into the bus, dragging nearby cars and motorcycles along the tracks as flames erupted shortly afterward.

A local motorcycle taxi driver who witnessed the incident said traffic congestion prevented vehicles from moving away from the crossing in time. He added that the fire spread immediately after impact and warned the tragedy could have been even worse during a busier time of day.

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