2019-05-15

United Kingdom

Brexit division has left UK 'looking like Game of Thrones on steroids'

"Look at what the divisiveness of Brexit has done to the UK. Today, the UK looks like Game of Thrones on steroids."

15/05/2019

USA

With eye on China, Trump escalates cybersecurity battle with executive order

The federal government will be able to block foreign technology companies from doing business in the U.S., setting the groundwork for a unilateral ban on Huawei's U.S. business interests.

15/05/2019

USA

New York City Mayor Bill de Blasio to announce presidential bid

Bill de Blasio is not exactly popular back home, but he has a record of progressive accomplishments that allies think will resonate with Democratic voters.

15/05/2019

World News

Same-sex marriage in children's cartoon 'Arthur' praised online

PBS animated cartoon 'Arthur' launched their 22nd season with a wedding between two male characters.

15/05/2019

USA

NASA photos show crash site of Israel's Beresheet moon lander

The photos show a dark smudge where the spacecraft struck the lunar surface at a speed of more than 2,000 miles an hour.

15/05/2019

USA

Trump signs executive order against foreign tech threats

Trump signs Executive Order to protect US computer networks from 'foreign threats'

15/05/2019

USA

Dem, GOP senators say they have a fix for surprise medical bills

Four out of 10 Americans, according to a recent poll, said they have received surprise medical bills in the past year. Some of the bills cost thousands.

15/05/2019

USA

U.S. military to build 6 tent cities near border for migrants

The tents will likely not be on military bases, and ICE, not the military, will be responsible for migrant detention and custodial support.

15/05/2019

USA

Kamala Harris disputes Joe Biden's claims about 1994 crime bill

Biden has said the crime bill he supported "did not generate mass incarceration." Harris said she "disagreed, sadly."

15/05/2019

USA

Jeff Bezos foresees a trillion people living in millions of space colonies. Here's what he's doing to get the ball rolling.

The billionaire tycoon's ideas draw from the vision of physicist Gerard K. O'Neill, who pioneered concepts for space settlements in the 1970s.

15/05/2019

USA

"Did you bring your handcuffs?" AG Barr ribs Pelosi about contempt finding

The Attorney General joked about the House Judiciary Committee finding that he should be held in contempt of Congress.

15/05/2019

Poland

Priest sex abuse film goes viral in Poland

Poland plans to jail paedophiles for longer after a documentary about abuse among priests was viewed 15 million times.

15/05/2019

USA

White House says it won't sign international agreement to combat online extremism

The White House said it supports the goals of the call to action in the name of Christchurch, but would not sign on because of freedom of speech concerns.

15/05/2019

World

Raw Politics in full: Spitzenkandidat debate preview and Macron v. Weber

Watch the full episode of Raw Politics here

15/05/2019

Europe News

Libyan ambassador to the EU: Libya is seeking international guarantees

As the UN and the EU ask for a ceasefire in Libya, the national unity government asks for a strong signal from the International community

15/05/2019

Kazakhstan

Astana Economic Forum: a business highlight in Eurasia

In partnership with Astana Economic Forum 2019

After 11 years in business, the Astana Economic Forum (AEF) is regarded as one of the most influential international platforms for discussing the recovery and development of the global economy and financial system

15/05/2019

Partner content

Extreme adventures to try in Dubai

Partner content presented by Department of Tourism and Commerce Marketing Dubai

Forget the glitz and glam: let us introduce you to the rough and ready side of the emirate, the one that’s not for the faint-of-heart

15/05/2019

USA

The feds need to up their game against domestic extremists, say critics

Law enforcement doesn't have the same tool kit to fight domestic terror that it can use to fight international terror, say legal experts and ex-FBI agents.

15/05/2019

USA

White House rejects Congress' demands, says investigations amount to 'unauthorized do-over' of Mueller probe

"Unfortunately, it appears that you have already decided to press ahead with a duplicative investigation," White House counsel Pat Cipollone wrote.

15/05/2019

Greece

Environmental restoration of Lake Karla revives Greek wildlife and locals

The environmental restoration of Lake Karla in Greece's Thessaly plain is recreating an ancient ecosystem, and reviving wildlife and local communities

15/05/2019

Germany

Man steals vintage €2 million Ferrari during test drive in Germany

A man drove off with a rare vintage Ferrari worth more than €2 million after taking it out for a test in Germany, police say.

15/05/2019

World News

Watch: Musicians play ice instruments for climate change awareness

The quartet performed in temperatures of -12℃, which might sound cold but last month, the average temperature in the Arctic was 8℃ higher than normal, according to Greenpeace.

15/05/2019

Cult

Shock, intrigue and controversy at Venice Biennale, as theme asks artists to reflect on politics

There is plenty to see at the 58th Venice Biennale. From dismembered objects, a film from Chernobyl's "twin sister", and the wreck of a boat on which more than 600 migrants were killed.

15/05/2019

USA

Senators demand answers from Trump administration on Iran threat

Democrats accuse the Trump administration of taking reckless steps that could lead to war with Iran.

15/05/2019

France

French technology summit VivaTech boots up in Paris

The three-day VivaTech summit begins in Paris on Thursday, with President Emmanuel Macron in attendance along with industry leaders such as Jack Ma from Alibaba, Mickey Mikitani from Rakuten, the European Commission’s Margrethe Vestager and Ginni Rometty from IBM.

15/05/2019

Austria

Need help in Austria? US tells Americans to go to McDonald's

Do you want fries with that emergency passport?

15/05/2019

Angola

Angolan development turns Benguela province into investment magnet

In partnership with aipex

With a rebuilt railroad, a port and a brand new airport, the province of Benguela - one of Angola's trading powerhouses - has been reborn, bringing with it booming businesses and a flood of investment opportunities.

15/05/2019

Angola

See how the Angolan fishing industry works when the ship comes in

In partnership with aipex

Some 600 people are hard at work at the Vimar & Filhos fishing factory, which holds up to 2,000 tonnes of fresh fish. Join them in this 360° report.

15/05/2019

USA

Mnuchin: Courts will resolve Trump tax return fight

"I take great comfort that there's a third branch of government to deal with this important issue," Mnuchin said of the congressional subpoena for the documents.

15/05/2019

Europe News

The Brief: European Left - a closer look

In this edition we look at the group of the European Left, what influence they have in the European Parliament and how they seek to influence the next.

15/05/2019