Daily Archives: 13 Maggio 2025

Is Trump allowed to accept $400m luxury plane as a gift?

The US leader has faced criticism over his plan to accept a plane from Qatar worth an estimated $400m.

Watch timelapse of Trump’s marathon handshake session with Saudis

Dozens of senior officials, military leaders and businessmen queued to greet the US president in Saudi Arabia.

Menendez brothers’ long-awaited resentencing hearing to begin

It will determine whether they should receive a lesser sentence, which could ultimately lead to their paroled release.

Watch: Thermal camera captures moment volcano erupts

The volcano on the Negros island spewed plumes of ash around 3km (1.8 miles) high into the air.

The Philippines has voted – now the game of thrones begins again

The mid-term results will shape the bitter feud between President Bongbong Marcos and his Vice-President Sara Duterte.

Israel denying food to Gaza is ‘weapon of war’, UN Palestinian refugee agency head tells BBC

Two months after all humanitarian aid was blocked, Philippe Lazzarini tells international editor Jeremy Bowen “starvation is spreading” inside Gaza.

Trump’s mediation offer on Kashmir puts India in a tight spot

For decades, third-party mediation on Kashmir has been taboo in the Indian foreign ministry.

Russia responsible for downing of MH17, UN body rules

All 298 people on board the Malaysia Airlines flight died after it was shot down by a Russian-made missile.

Why the mighty Himalayas are getting harder and harder to see

Severe air pollution is obscuring visibility of the highest mountain peaks on Earth, hitting tourism hard.

Gold is booming – but how safe is it for investors, really?

Trade wars and volatile markets have contributed to a gold rush, but investors shouldn't put all their eggs in this one basket, warn experts

Stars hit the Cannes Film Festival: Five things to look out for

Jennifer Lawrence, Scarlett Johansson, Tom Cruise are among the stars expected to hit the red carpet.

Verdict due in Gérard Depardieu sexual assault trial

The French actor, who denies the allegations, could face a suspended prison term if he is convicted.

Dozens of white South Africans arrive in US under Trump refugee plan

Donald Trump says they are victims of "racial discrimination", which is strongly denied by South Africa.

US-Israeli hostage reunites with family after being freed by Hamas

Edan Alexander, 21, is the first hostage to be released by Hamas since a ceasefire ended in March.

Gaza parents desperate as children face starvation under Israeli blockade

The BBC's Fergal Keane reports on the rise of malnutrition in Gaza's children.

Diddy used fame and violence to abuse women, trial hears

The rapper has pleaded not guilty to charges including racketeering, sex trafficking and transportation to engage in prostitution.

Trump’s US drug prices order: what is Most Favoured Nation status?

The president promises sweeping price cuts "almost immediately", but experts say these are unlikely.
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