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WorldDriving a wedge
Governments in rich countries are pushing up the cost of hiring despite possible alternatives for raising revenue not being in short supply. In December 2025 Rainer Kirchdörfer, chairman of Germany’s
WorldTrain Driver Tested Positive for Drugs
A train collided with a bus in Bangkok, killing eight. The train driver has been charged and tested positive for drugs.
WorldWHO declares Ebola outbreak in DR Congo an international emergency
Thomas Mukhwana, Africa correspondent, Nairobi and The WHO says the virus has spread beyond DR Congo, with two confirmed cases reported in neighbouring Uganda The World Health Organization (WHO) has d
WorldTrump warns 'clock is ticking' for Iran as peace progress stalls
Trump had labelled Iran's counter-offer to US proposals to end the war 'garbage' US President Donald Trump has warned Iran the "clock is ticking" as talks to bring the war to an end have stalled. "The
WorldYoung Czechs drink less beer, but risk other addictions
The Czech Republic, which boasts a population of 10 million, is a famously beer-loving nation. Nobody in the world drinks as much beer as the Czechs do — for decades, they have nabbed the top spot for
WorldNorth Korean Women's Football Team Visits South
A women's football team from North Korea has arrived in South Korea, a rare visit that has generated strong public interest. The team will play in the Asian Champions League semifinals.
WorldIndia’s Tata and Dutch giant ASML sign semiconductor deal during Modi visit
Prime Minister Narendra Modi says his talks with the Dutch PM also focused on expanding cooperation in defence and security. India’s Tata Electronics has signed a deal with Dutch technology giant ASML
WorldDARA пред световните медии: Любовта винаги побеждава, а не страхът!
DARA thanked everyone for their support at the official press conference after the final of the Eurovision Song Contest 2026. "I don't know what I'm doing, but it's wonderful. Thank you all for your s
WorldCroatia’s Traditional Markets Lose Ground to Supermarkets
May the 17th, 2026 – While still popular, Croatia’s beloved traditional markets often selling locally grown products are unfortunately losing ground to large, more convenient supermarkets. Croatia’s m
WorldThe AI race is entering a new phase
The Last Word: AI’s next battle is not the model, but the organisation. From ‘What can the model do?’ to ‘What can the organisation absorb?’ For the past few years, attention has centred on the models
WorldJadrolinija Under Pressure as Summer Approaches
May the 17th, 2026 – Croatia’s ferry service Jadrolinija is finding itself facing increasing pressure as summer rapidly approaches. Croatia’s islands remain one of the country’s biggest tourism advant
WorldДъжд, гръмотевици и застудяване в цялата страна
During the day, unstable weather will activate again. Short-term rains are expected, and in Eastern Bulgaria and along the Black Sea there will be conditions for thunderstorms. The wind will be orient
WorldДневен хороскоп за 17 май, неделя
Today's horoscope advises not to waste time, but to think about money and career - both are noticeably behind, and something must be done about it. It is useful to tighten the belt, because now financ
WorldVenezuela deports Maduro ally Alex Saab to US
Venezuela's government said Saturday it had deported former Industry Minister Alex Saab to the United States. Saab is a close ally of former President Nicolas Maduro. "The deportation measure was adop
WorldBulgaria's Dara Wins Eurovision
Bulgarian singer Dara wins the 70th Eurovision Song Contest, Bulgaria's first-ever victory.
WorldPobednik Pesme Evrovizije je Bugarska
Bulgaria is this year's winner of the Eurovision Song Contest, which was held in Vienna. With 516 points, Bulgaria won this year's Eurovision Song Contest with the song "Bangaranga". Israel is in seco
WorldNovo istraživanje otkriva: Crni čaj čuva srce i smanjuje rizik od bolesti
Research has shown that the benefits can be seen with two cups of tea a day. New evidence shows that black tea may play an important role in maintaining heart health. At a time of growing concern abou
WorldNajveći sistem prigradskih železnica u Severnoj Americi stao zbog štrajka
New York's Long Island Railroad, the largest commuter rail system in North America, closed today after unions went on strike for the first time in three decades. The railroad, which serves New York an
WorldMan drives car into pedestrians in Italy, injuring eight
Man drives car into pedestrians in Italy, injuring eight A man has driven his car into pedestrians in the northern Italian city of Modena, injuring eight people, four seriously, officials say. They in
WorldFifa expects Iran at World Cup despite visa concerns
Fifa expects Iran at World Cup despite visa concerns Fifa Secretary-General Mattias Grafstrom said he remains confident Iran will compete at this year’s World Cup following what he described as a cons
WorldTaiwan insists it is independent after Trump warning
Taiwan insists it is independent after Trump warning President Lai says Taiwan does not need to declare formal independence Taiwan has insisted it is a sovereign, independent nation, after US Presiden
WorldSenior IS leader killed in joint operation, US and Nigeria say
The Nigerian military has increased cooperation with the US in efforts to combat extremist violence (file photo) Nigeria and the United States say they have killed a senior Islamic State (IS) leader i
World(In)famous Croatian Alcohol Culture is Changing
May the 16th, 2026 – The Croatian alcohol culture is changing, at least for a large part of the youth. The country’s young people are now consuming less alcohol than ever before. Croatia has long been