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WUF13 opening ceremony held in Baku as global forum advances sustainable urban development
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live WUF13 opening ceremony held in Baku as global forum advances sustainable urban development

The World Urban Forum (WUF13) continues in Baku, Azerbaijan on 18 May, addressing the global housing crisis. The day’s agenda includes the official opening press conference, the WUF13 Urban Expo opening and a ministerial dialogue on the Nairobi Declaration to advance Africa's urban agenda.

Trump halts planned Iran strike after Gulf leaders’ appeal - Middle East conflict
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U.S. President Donald Trump said on Monday he had paused a planned attack on Iran after appeals from the leaders of Qatar, Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates, allowing negotiations to continue over a possible deal to end the conflict.

Three killed in San Diego Islamic Centre shooting as police confirm suspects dead
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Three killed in San Diego Islamic Centre shooting as police confirm suspects dead

Three people, including a security guard, have been killed in a shooting at the Islamic Centre of San Diego, authorities confirmed on Tuesday. Police said the attack took place at the centre in the Clairemont area, the largest mosque in San Diego County.

Gunmen storm village in northwest Nigeria, killing at least 10
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Gunmen storm village in northwest Nigeria, killing at least 10

Gunmen killed at least 10 people, including women and children, in an attack on a rural community in Nigeria’s northwestern Katsina State, residents said.

Global leaders warn of urban growth creating security challenge at World Urban Forum
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Global leaders warn of urban growth creating security challenge at World Urban Forum

Global leaders gathered in Baku this week for the 13th session of the World Urban Forum, where heads of state and senior officials warned that rapid urban growth is placing increasing pressure on housing, infrastructure and climate resilience.

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WUF13 opening ceremony in Baku wraps with calls for action on global housing crisis
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WUF13 opening ceremony in Baku wraps with calls for action on global housing crisis

The thirteenth session of the World Urban Forum (WUF13) has opened in Baku, bringing together governments, international organisations, city leaders and civil society to address mounting global urban challenges.

WUF13 offers Azerbaijan a stage for diplomacy and regional cooperation
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WUF13 offers Azerbaijan a stage for diplomacy and regional cooperation

As cities increasingly take on greater geopolitical significance amidst conflicts, climate change and shifting global alliances, discussions at the World Urban Forum (WUF13) in Baku, Azerbaijan have gone beyond architecture and urban development according to a political analyst.

Housing challenges affecting nearly 3 billion people top WUF agenda, UN‑Habitat chief says
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Housing challenges affecting nearly 3 billion people top WUF agenda, UN‑Habitat chief says

The global housing crisis has reached what UN officials describe as “staggering” proportions, with nearly 2.8 billion people, around 40 per cent of the world’s population, lacking access to adequate housing, secure land, or basic services such as water and sanitation.

WUF13 opens in Baku with focus on housing, resilience and global urban reform
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WUF13 opens in Baku with focus on housing, resilience and global urban reform

The 13th Session of the World Urban Forum (WUF13) opened in Baku with ministers, UN officials and urban policy leaders. Participants call for action on housing, sustainable development and resilient cities, as rapid urbanisation is placing pressure on infrastructure, services and living conditions.

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Trump halts planned Iran strike after Gulf leaders’ appeal - Middle East conflict
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U.S. President Donald Trump said on Monday he had paused a planned attack on Iran after appeals from the leaders of Qatar, Saudi Arabia and the Uni...

Three killed in San Diego Islamic Centre shooting as police confirm suspects dead
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Gun shooting

Three killed in San Diego Islamic Centre shooting as police confirm suspects dead

Three people, including a security guard, have been killed in a shooting at the Islamic Centre of San Diego, authorities confirmed on Tuesday. Poli...

WUF13 opening ceremony held in Baku as global forum advances sustainable urban development
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live WUF13 opening ceremony held in Baku as global forum advances sustainable urban development

The World Urban Forum (WUF13) continues in Baku, Azerbaijan on 18 May, addressing the global housing crisis. The day’s agenda includes the of...

Four killed as Kenya fuel protests trigger transport strike chaos
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Four killed as Kenya fuel protests trigger transport strike chaos

At least four people have been killed in protests across Kenya over sharp fuel price rises, as a nationwide transport strike brought parts of the c...

Pakistan deploys 8,000 troops and fighter jets to Saudi Arabia under defence pact
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Pakistan deploys 8,000 troops and fighter jets to Saudi Arabia under defence pact

Pakistan has deployed around 8,000 troops, fighter jets and air defence systems to Saudi Arabia under a mutual defence agreement, according to secu...

World Urban Forum explained: housing, climate and urban future goals
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World Urban Forum explained: housing, climate and urban future goals

The World Urban Forum (WUF) opens this week in Baku, Azerbaijan, bringing together governments, city leaders, urban planners, researchers and civil society to exchange ideas on how cities can become more inclusive, resilient and sustainable.

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Azerbaijan President Aliyev meets world leaders in Baku as WUF drives strategic partnerships
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Azerbaijan President Aliyev meets world leaders in Baku as WUF drives strategic partnerships

Azerbaijan’s President Ilham Aliyev has held a series of high‑level meetings with world leaders and delegations on the sidelines of the World Urban Forum (WUF) in Baku, with discussions focusing on energy, economic cooperation and international partnerships.

Uzbekistan investigates new South Korea job fraud cases amid wider $90m migration scam
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Uzbekistan investigates new South Korea job fraud cases amid wider $90m migration scam

Uzbekistan has reported new fraud cases linked to employment in South Korea as investigators continue examining a wider migration corruption scheme estimated to have caused up to $90 million in losses.

Pakistan deploys 8,000 troops and fighter jets to Saudi Arabia under defence pact
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Pakistan deploys 8,000 troops and fighter jets to Saudi Arabia under defence pact

Pakistan has deployed around 8,000 troops, fighter jets and air defence systems to Saudi Arabia under a mutual defence agreement, according to security officials and government sources familiar with the arrangement.

Georgia declines to join Russia war crimes tribunal as Europe splits on Ukraine
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Georgia declines to join Russia war crimes tribunal as Europe splits on Ukraine

When 36 nations signed up to prosecute Russia over its invasion of Ukraine, Georgia - a country partly occupied by Russia - declined to join. Tbilisi blamed strained relations with the EU. Critics blamed the government itself.

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Russia launches overnight strikes across Ukraine, killing one and injuring more than 30
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Russia launches overnight strikes across Ukraine, killing one and injuring more than 30

Russia carried out overnight drone strikes, air raids and shelling across Ukraine, hitting cities including Odesa and Dnipro, killing one person and injuring more than 30, according to Ukrainian officials on Monday (18 May).

Israeli strikes kill eight people in Gaza, medics say
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Israeli strikes kill eight people in Gaza, medics say

Israeli military strikes across Gaza killed at least eight Palestinians on Sunday, according to local health officials, as the Israel Defense Forces intensified operations targeting Hamas commanders and infrastructure across the enclave.

Putin’s China visit set to focus on trade, global issues and strategic ties
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Putin’s China visit set to focus on trade, global issues and strategic ties

Russian President Vladimir Putin’s upcoming visit to China is expected to focus on strengthening bilateral ties, particularly through expanded trade and economic cooperation.

North Korea's Kim wants an 'impregnable fortress' at border with South Korea
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North Korea's Kim wants an 'impregnable fortress' at border with South Korea

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un said plans to strengthen frontline units on the border with South Korea, as well as other major units, were key to "more thoroughly deterring war," state media KCNA reported on Monday.

Samsung Electronics and union hold last-ditch talks to avert strike action threatening global supply chains
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Samsung Electronics and union hold last-ditch talks to avert strike action threatening global supply chains

Samsung Electronics and its labour union commenced high-stakes talks on Monday (18 May) in a last-ditch bid to avert what would be the biggest strike in the tech giant's history. 

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Samsung fails to reach deal with union as strike risk rises
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Samsung fails to reach deal with union as strike risk rises

Negotiations between Samsung Electronics and its workforce on Wednesday have broken down, officials said, raising fresh concerns over potential disruption to South Korea’s export-heavy economy.

Monday morning market report: Oil surges, dollar firms as Middle East conflict enters 11th week
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Monday morning market report: Oil surges, dollar firms as Middle East conflict enters 11th week

The Strait of Hormuz remains a vital maritime chokepoint and serves as the primary artery linking the Persian Gulf to international energy markets. With approximately 20% of global oil and gas shipments transiting this waterway, it is the backbone of energy security for Asia, Europe, and beyond.

China's exports surge as overseas buyers rush orders
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China's exports surge as overseas buyers rush orders

China’s exports grew faster than expected in April, as overseas buyers moved quickly to secure supplies amid fears that the conflict involving Iran could drive up global energy and transport costs.

Asian stocks surge to record highs on Middle East peace hopes
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Asian stocks surge to record highs on Middle East peace hopes

Asian stocks surged to record highs on 7 May as investors priced in growing hopes of a potential Middle East peace deal, while oil prices eased and the U.S. dollar weakened amid shifting global risk sentiment.

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Bulgaria wins Eurovision amid reduced participation over Israel row
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Bulgaria wins Eurovision amid reduced participation over Israel row

Bulgaria has won the Eurovision Song Contest for the first time, taking victory in a final overshadowed by a boycott over Israel’s participation and the war in Gaza.

WUF13 opening ceremony held in Baku as global forum advances sustainable urban development
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live WUF13 opening ceremony held in Baku as global forum advances sustainable urban development

The World Urban Forum (WUF13) continues in Baku, Azerbaijan on 18 May, addressing the global housing crisis. The day’s agenda includes the official opening press conference, the WUF13 Urban Expo opening and a ministerial dialogue on the Nairobi Declaration to advance Africa's urban agenda.

Trump halts planned Iran strike after Gulf leaders’ appeal - Middle East conflict
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Middle East conflict

live Trump halts planned Iran strike after Gulf leaders’ appeal - Middle East conflict

U.S. President Donald Trump said on Monday he had paused a planned attack on Iran after appeals from the leaders of Qatar, Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates, allowing negotiations to continue over a possible deal to end the conflict.

Iran says diplomacy possible despite stalled negotiations and Strait tensions - Middle East conflict
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Middle East Conflict

Iran says diplomacy possible despite stalled negotiations and Strait tensions - Middle East conflict

U.S. President Donald Trump says China's Xi Jinping agreed Iran must reopen the Strait of Hormuz, as Tehran prepares a new shipping mechanism. Tensions over the U.S. blockade and stalled nuclear talks continue to disrupt global oil supplies.

Rescue efforts continue in China's Guangxi region after 5.2 magnitude earthquake
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Rescue efforts continue in China's Guangxi region after 5.2 magnitude earthquake

A 5.2 magnitude earthquake struck China’s Guangxi region early on Monday, killing two people and forcing more than 7,000 residents in Liuzhou to evacuate as rescue efforts continued.

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Eurovision 2026: Where did it all go wrong for the South Caucasus?
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Eurovision 2026: Where did it all go wrong for the South Caucasus?

Eurovision Song Contest once again proved how unpredictable its outcome can be, with Bulgaria’s Dara turning a late surge into a dominant win while several expected contenders collapsed early. At the same time, the absence of the South Caucasus region from the final raised questions.

Bulgaria wins Eurovision amid reduced participation over Israel row
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Bulgaria wins Eurovision amid reduced participation over Israel row

Bulgaria has won the Eurovision Song Contest for the first time, taking victory in a final overshadowed by a boycott over Israel’s participation and the war in Gaza.

Baku animation festival brings global stories to young audiences
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Baku animation festival brings global stories to young audiences

Children laughed, applauded and watched wide-eyed as animated characters lit up the screen at the opening of the ninth Animafilm International Animation Festival in Baku, where filmmakers and audiences from around the world gathered to celebrate the growing influence of animated cinema.

Dua Lipa files $15m lawsuit against Samsung over alleged copyright infringement
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Dua Lipa files $15m lawsuit against Samsung over alleged copyright infringement

British pop star Dua Lipa has filed a lawsuit against South Korean tech giant Samsung Electronics, seeking at least $15 million in damages over allegations that her image was used without permission to promote television sets.

Venice Biennale hit by geopolitical disputes over Russia and Israel
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Venice Biennale hit by geopolitical disputes over Russia and Israel

The 61st Venice Biennale has opened under grey skies and political tension, with disputes over Russia and Israel, resignations on the jury, and protests marking the start of one of the art world’s most high-profile events.

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Health workers rush to contain fast‑spreading Ebola outbreak in DR Congo
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Health workers rush to contain fast‑spreading Ebola outbreak in DR Congo

Medical teams are being rushed to eastern Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) following a fast-moving Ebola outbreak that has already caused dozens of suspected deaths and raised fears of wider regional spread.

Bundibugyo Ebola Virus: The looming threat with no approved vaccine or specific treatment
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Ebola Outbreak

Bundibugyo Ebola Virus: The looming threat with no approved vaccine or specific treatment

The World Health Organisation’s designation of the Bundibugyo Ebola virus outbreak as a Public Health Emergency of International Concern (PHEIC) is a stark reminder that Ebola remains a persistent global health threat rather than a disease of the past.

Hantavirus risk to public remains very low, U.S. health official says
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Hantavirus risk to public remains very low, U.S. health official says

The risk from hantavirus to the general public remains very low, and the U.S. Centres for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has more than 100 staff members actively working on the outbreak, a governmental health official said on Wednesday.

WHO: 'This is not COVID' as countries track passengers of Hantavirus-hit cruise ship
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WHO: 'This is not COVID' as countries track passengers of Hantavirus-hit cruise ship

Countries worldwide sought to prevent the further spread of the hantavirus on Thursday, after an outbreak on a cruise ship, by tracking those who had disembarked before the virus was detected and anyone who had close contact with them since.

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World's largest travel firm TUI says demand for holidays holding up despite Iran war
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World's largest travel firm TUI says demand for holidays holding up despite Iran war

TUI has reported sustained demand for holidays despite the Iran war, as the world’s biggest travel company posted lower-than-expected quarterly losses and said bookings for the second half of the year remained strong.

Mediterranean destinations and rail travel benefit as Iran war disrupts summer holiday plans
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Mediterranean destinations and rail travel benefit as Iran war disrupts summer holiday plans

Travellers worried about costs and flights by the ongoing conflict in the Middle East are changing their summer holiday plans, with lastminute bookings, safer destinations such as Spain, and rail travel all growing in popularity. 

ITA Airways plans fare rises as Middle East conflict drives up fuel costs
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ITA Airways plans fare rises as Middle East conflict drives up fuel costs

ITA Airways is preparing to raise ticket prices by between 5% and 10% this year as soaring fuel costs linked to the conflict involving Iran, Israel and the U.S. continue to pressure airlines worldwide.

Dubai's tourism, revenues and restaurants shrink as Iran war impacts travel
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Tourism

Dubai's tourism, revenues and restaurants shrink as Iran war impacts travel

Dubai chef Shaw Lash at Mexican restaurant Lila Molino flies in her avocados and tomatillos, small, tart green fruits native to Central America that are a staple of Mexican cuisine and key for her colourful and spicy dishes.

Dubai caps flights, raising pressure on Indian airlines and travel sector
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Travel Restrictions

Dubai caps flights, raising pressure on Indian airlines and travel sector

Dubai has restricted foreign airlines to one daily flight to its airports until 31 May due to the Iran crisis, raising fears of significant revenue losses for Indian carriers, industry letters show.

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Can humans have babies in space? China is trying to find out
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Can humans have babies in space? China is trying to find out

China has launched the world’s first experiment to study how artificial human embryos develop in space, marking a major step in understanding whether humans could one day reproduce beyond Earth.

At Cannes, Japanese director Fukada says AI undermines the creative process
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At Cannes, Japanese director Fukada says AI undermines the creative process

Japanese filmmaker Koji Fukada has said that the use of artificial intelligence (AI) to “jump straight to the result” risks undermining the purpose of art, which he believes should be rooted in self-expression and a deeper understanding of the world.

Spain pushes ahead with social media, AI rules despite Big Tech lobbying pressure
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Spain

Spain pushes ahead with social media, AI rules despite Big Tech lobbying pressure

The Spanish government has issued a defiant message to Silicon Valley, confirming it will push ahead with stringent new legislation designed to make social networks and Artificial Intelligence (AI) demonstrably safer.

Humanoid says AI 'brain' can train robots in days as humanoid race accelerates
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Artifical Intelligence

Humanoid says AI 'brain' can train robots in days as humanoid race accelerates

A robotics startup says it has built an AI “brain” that can teach humanoid robots new physical skills in days rather than months, as the race to deploy human-shaped machines in factories and warehouses accelerates.

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