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Romania’s pro-EU government collapses after no-confidence vote – here’s what to know as PM Ilie Bolojan ousted
NewsWorldEuropeRomania’s pro-EU government collapses after no-confidence vote – here’s what to know as PM Ilie Bolojan oustedTuesday's no-confidence motion garnered 281 votes, above the 233 needed to pass, the official parliamentary count showedLuiza Ilie Tuesday 05 May 2026 17:40 BSTBookmarkCommentsGo to commentsBookmark popoverRemoved from bookmarksClose popover{"translations":{"comments":"Go to comments","share":"Share","copyLink":"Copy link","bookmark":"Bookmark","removeBookmark":"Remove boo...
Trump takes questions on Iran war amid Strait of Hormuz tensions
President Trump took questions on the war in Iran on Tuesday in the Oval Office after Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth gave another update on the operations in the Middle East and the Strait of Hormuz. CBS News' Aaron Navarro has the latest.
Local elections 2026: At least eight London Green Party candidates accused of antisemitism
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Sheikh Mohammed: Under leadership of Mohamed bin Zayed, Armed Forces will remain impregnable fortress
His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, delivered a speech on the occasion of the 50th anniversary of the unification of the Armed Forces, in which he praised their honourable national roles, as well as the dedication and sacrifices of their heroes over five decades of service, during which they raised the name of the UAE high and formed the impregnable fortress that preserved the nation’s pride and safeguarded its dignity and honour...
Carney appoints former supreme court judge as Canada’s new governor general
Louise Arbor will serve as Canada’s representative of King Charles and carry out ceremonial and constitutional dutiesCanada’s prime minister Mark Carney has appointed a former supreme court justice and war crimes prosecutor as the country’s new governor general, saying her appointment would reflect the importance of global institutions.Louise Arbour, a celebrated jurist, served as United Nations commissioner and prosecuted war crimes in the former Yugoslavia and Rwanda, will serve as Canada’s re...
Farage deploys the rottweiler to distract from awkward £5m gift story | John Crace
Zia Yusuf’s mad idea of building detention centres for illegal immigrants exclusively in areas that vote Green works a treatIt’s a classic from the Donald Trump playbook: everything’s been going a bit tits up, so you create a distraction. Get everyone looking in the wrong direction. Last week was the worst in months for Reform. First the party was pegged back in the opinion polls, then the Guardian revealed Nigel Farage had been given a £5m handout by Christopher Harborne, a Thai-based crypto d...
What to know about Louise Arbour, Canada's next governor general
What to know about Louise Arbour, Canada's next governor general2 hours agoShareSaveAdd as preferred on GoogleNadine YousifSenior Canada reporterAFP via Getty ImagesArbour is a former Supreme Court of Canada judge and chief prosecutor of the International Criminal TribunalsPrime Minister Mark Carney has appointed a bilingual lawyer and former United Nations high commissioner for human rights as Canada's new governor general.Louise Arbour, 79, will soon replace current Governor General...
Trump describes Iran war horrors in Oval Office full of kids: ‘Right between the eyes’
NewsWorldAmericasUS politicsTrump describes Iran war horrors in Oval Office full of kids: ‘Right between the eyes’Children and athletes assembled for fitness exam proclamation become Trump’s captive audience for Iran war rantJohn Bowden in Washington, D.C. Tuesday 05 May 2026 17:17 BSTBookmarkCommentsGo to commentsBookmark popoverRemoved from bookmarksClose popover{"translations":{"comments":"Go to comments","share":"Share","copyLink":"Copy link","bookmark":"Bookmark","removeBookmark":"Remove bo...
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Maktoum bin Mohammed: Unification of UAE Armed Forces 50 years ago helped strengthen the country’s security, stability and global standing - Emirates 24|7
Maktoum bin Mohammed: Unification of UAE Armed Forces 50 years ago helped strengthen the country’s security, stability and global standing Emirates 24|7
Hate crime prosecutions to be fast-tracked after antisemitic attacks
Hate crime prosecutions to be fast-tracked after antisemitic attacksJust nowShareSaveAdd as preferred on GoogleOlivia IrelandBBCHate crime prosecutions are to be fast-tracked following a spate of recent antisemitic incidents, the director of public prosecutions has confirmed.Stephen Parkinson has issued instructions to prosecutors in England and Wales, saying more needed to be done to clamp down on "daily incidents affecting the Jewish community, involving threats and abuse designed to caus...
Moment two Jewish men are 'interrogated' over their views on Israel and Gaza in 'chilling' exchange in Manchester
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Romania’s pro-Europe government collapses unleashing fresh turmoil
Ilie Bolojan’s PNL loses confidence vote after less than a year amid austerity drive and far-right surgeRomania’s pro-European government has collapsed after losing a confidence vote, unleashing renewed political turmoil less than a year after the ruling coalition was sworn in and with the far right surging in the polls.“This censure motion is false, cynical and artificial,” the liberal prime minister, Ilie Bolojan, told parliamentarians before the vote on Tuesday. “Any country in a multitude o...
Macron to Name Moulin French Central Bank Governor
Emmanuel Macron will name one of his closest advisers to run the Bank of France, risking a backlash from lawmakers who have warned they will oppose the president placing allies in senior roles before he leaves power next year.
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Sheikh Hamdan: UAE's Armed Forces are the nation’s pride and the guardians of its future
On the occasion of the 50th anniversary of the unification of the UAE Armed Forces, Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Defence, paid tribute to the commanders, officers, and personnel of the Armed Forces, affirming that they will always remain a source of pride for the nation and a cornerstone of its security and future.In a statement marking the occasion, he said: “The UAE, its leadership, government, and people, commem...
Putting detention centres in Green seats ‘democratically fair’, says Offord
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PTI’s Raja stands by decision on Punjab Coordination and Monitoring Committee composition
ISLAMABAD: PTI Secretary General Salman Akram Raja on Tuesday affirmed his decision regarding the composition of the newly formed Punjab Coordination and Monitoring Committee, saying that no existing member would be excluded and no new name would be added to the body. On Monday, Raja notified a five-member body under the convenership of Amjad Khan Niazi to “coordinate organisational matters between the four regions of Punjab through engagement with the presidents and general secretaries of the s...
Virgin Atlantic rolls out new in-flight menu with elevated pub classics and more British wines
Virgin Atlantic is rolling out a brand-new Spring/Summer menu this week, and flyers will find it packed with modern British flavours.The new offering launches across the airline's entire network from May 6, bringing bold, seasonal dishes to every cabin class.Customers will find everything from an updated Mile High Tea to fresh treats for younger flyers, and a reimagined drinks selection throughout.For those with a sweet tooth, the much-loved Upper Class Sticky Toffee Pudding is making a return,...
Threats to attack Moscow during parade are blasphemous, inhumane — senior officer
Anatoly Bibilov emphasized that these threats only serve to confirm the character of the adversary