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Global concern over measles is rising. Should Switzerland worry?
Measles was on track to becoming eradicated worldwide. This trajectory has since been thrown off course. Dr P. Marazzi / Science Photo Library Listen to the article Listening the article Toggle language selector Select your language Close English...
Pope Leo meets JD Vance after calling for peace in Ukraine
Credit: Vatican Media Pope Leo XIV met JD Vance, the US vice-president, after calling for peace in “martyred Ukraine”. On Sunday morning, Mr Vance attended the inauguration Mass of Leo, the first pope from the United States. Prior to becoming...

Opus Dei, Embezzlement, and Human Trafficking
Most Americans, if they know Opus Dei at all, know it as a fictionalized cabal in The Da Vinci Code. But the Catholic order is real, has branches all over the world, and, according to journalist Gareth Gore, has a deep history of unethical and...

The queens who used the “privilege of white” at Pope’s Mass
Catholic queens and princesses wear white at Pope Leo XIV’s Mass, reflecting a rare and sacred Vatican privilege. As the sun rose over St. Peter’s Square on May 18, 2025, a sea of black-clad dignitaries gathered to witness the inaugural Mass of...

The Joy of Six: fairytale domestic cup runs from around Europe
FC Gueugnon (Coupe de la Ligue, 2000) France’s secondary cup competition ran from 1994 to 2020, pushed by Ligue 1 sides who felt aggrieved by the Coupe de France’s great leveller of home advantage for its minnows. Paris St-Germain were the winners...

HMRC will stop Child Benefit for some parents despite child being in training
His Majesty's Revenue and Customs (HMRC) is due to stop Child Benefit for some parents this summer, even if their child is still in education or training. Child Benefit stops on the August 31 on or after your child’s 16th birthday if they leave...

Van Dijk and Klopp express shock at Liverpool trophy parade attack
Liverpool captain Virgil van Dijk and former manager Jurgen Klopp are among those who have expressed their shock at the horrific attack on fans during the club's Premier League victory parade. There were 50 people injured on Monday night when a...

IOC President Thomas Bach celebrates Olympic values and unity during visit to Games of the Small States of Europe in Andorra
28 May 2025 – IOC President Thomas Bach praised the unique role of the Games of the Small States of Europe (GSSE) in promoting the Olympic values of excellence, friendship and respect, as he joined athletes, officials and dignitaries in Andorra...

Australia, NZ airports boost international passenger processing capacity
Australian airports continue to add more SmartGates powered by Idemia’s biometric border technology for international arrivals. On Thursday, Sydney Airport announced the installation of eight new automated border-control kiosks operated by the...

Ukraine’s Largest School of Superheroes Opens in Lviv with Olena Zelenska Foundation’s Support
The largest School of Superheroes center has fully launched in Lviv. This is the sixth educational space established with full funding from the Olena Zelenska Foundation. The Foundation's partner, the Government of the Principality of...

PM’s Jerusalem Day declaration triggers archaeological dispute over Mamilla pool
Live updates: Follow the latest on Israel-Gaza The Israeli government is to approve the rehabilitation of an ancient reservoir that once supplied water to Jerusalem, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Mayor Moshe Lion said. Mamilla Pool is one...

Top 10 hardest countries to get citizenship
This is due to very strict criteria like residency requirements, cultural integration policies, and, even religion. Here are 10 of the hardest countries to obtain citizenship in and why they are so exclusive.ALSO READ: See the 5 most 'useless'...

Kenyans denied Schengen visa: What's special about it and who qualifies for one
Many Kenyans have been planning to travel to European Union nations in search of better opportunities in jobs and trade Unfortunately, many Kenyans applying for Schengen visas to travel to those nations have been receiving unsuccessful responses...

The Last Currency: On Crypto and the Banality of Extinction
The crypto boom was never just about money. Credit: Adobe Stock Off Bright Dark Blues Gray BeeLine Reader uses subtle color gradients to help you read more efficiently. To consolidate present and future power, right-wing libertarians and their...

India Set to Remain Fastest-Growing Economy for Next 30 Years, Says Piyush Goyal
India will continue to be the fastest-growing large economy in the world for the next three decades, declared Union Minister of Commerce & Industry Piyush Goyal at the CII Annual Business Summit 2025 in New Delhi. Emphasising India’s sustained...

Property tax: Trinidad and Tobago’s enduring political football
Business Andrew Gioannetti 57 Minutes Ago People line up outside the Board of Inland Revenue office, Cipero Street, San Fernando, to pay property tax in September 2024. - File Photo FEW ISSUES have proven as politically charged and enduringly...

Domain Name News: May 2025
This is the May 2025 edition of Anchovy News. Here you will find articles concerning ICANN, the domain name industry and the recuperation of domain names across the globe. In this issue we cover: Domain name industry news .MEDs for all EURid Q1...

INBRIJA Positioned for Stronger Market Penetration as Demand Grows for Inhaled Parkinson's Therapy| DelveInsight
INBRIJA, a dopamine replacement therapy for off periods in Parkinson's disease, holds significant market potential due to its ability to provide rapid relief from motor symptoms. With the increasing prevalence of Parkinson's globally, the demand...

DWP could take away PIP payments for breaking holiday rules this summer
PIP claimants are being urged to brush up on DWP travel rules before going on holiday this summer. Anyone who claims Personal Independence Payments and is planning to go abroad must stick to certain rules. Failing to adhere to these regulations...
Political leadership roles in 2025: Men continue to dominate
IPU President Tulia Ackson said: “The glacial pace of progress in women’s parliamentary representation, even after a year of significant elections, is alarming. The global disparity highlights a systemic failure to advance gender equality in...