Aid ship to leave Cyprus for Gaza within 24 hours, Christodoulides says – POLITICO

But “the U.S. construction is a serious step bringing in a coordinated action which was long overdue, but now at least is happening,” he added. “This time most — if not all — of the actors seem to be in principle cooperating on this. So the chances of it materializing are much higher,” Tzimitras said. … Read more

China’s Xi Jinping issues hi-tech military call in push for integrated armed forces

“The preparation for the military struggle at sea, the defence of maritime rights and interests and the development of the maritime economy must be integrated,” he said. While not referring directly to the United States, the comments suggested that Xi sees the main potential battlefield Beijing and Washington will be on the water, especially in … Read more

France moves to make abortion a constitutional right amid rollbacks in US and Europe

PARIS — France is set to become the first country to enshrine the freedom to have an abortion in its constitution — an effort by President Emmanuel Macron to send a strong message of support for reproductive rights and, at the same time, score political points at the expense of a resurgent far right. The … Read more

How George Galloway harnessed the Middle East to derail an election in forgotten Rochdale – POLITICO

Galloway ran his campaign from a Suzuki car dealership, which is both darkly funny, and a metaphor for the way in which democracy can feel like another glib consumer choice. Do you want a car and a dream? Or just a car? I stood outside the dealership, and looked at the tiny pictures of Galloway … Read more

Melrose Inspirational Garden pays tribute to a legendary Colorado storyteller

Editor’s note: This is part of The Know’s series, Staff Favorites. Each week, we offer our opinions on the best that Colorado has to offer for dining, shopping, entertainment, outdoor activities and more. (We’ll also let you in on some hidden gems). When writer’s block hangs over my head like a thunderous cloud, I inevitably … Read more

China’s ‘Two Sessions’ 2024: what to expect

New SCMP News Series China’s ‘Two Sessions’ 2024: what to expect China’s political elite and lawmakers will gather next week for the country’s annual legislative sessions which will set budgets and lay down Beijing’s plans for the country’s economy, diplomacy, trade and military. Read original article here Denial of responsibility! Pioneer Newz is an automatic … Read more

Fashion designer Steven Tai shows his favourite places to go shopping in Macau

05:01 Macau-born fashion designer Steven Tai explores his city’s coolest boutiques and shops Macau-born fashion designer Steven Tai explores his city’s coolest boutiques and shops In many famous cities, you can always find iconic landmarks and happening hotspots, but there are also cool neighbourhoods waiting to be explored. These are areas where up-and-coming artists, trendmakers … Read more

Perfect croissants at Winter Park’s Coffee & Tea Market

Editor’s note: This is part of The Know’s series, Staff Favorites. Each week, we offer our opinions on the best that Colorado has to offer for dining, shopping, entertainment, outdoor activities and more. (We’ll also let you in on some hidden gems).  Winter Park is a venerable resort where Denver families have grown up skiing and … Read more

Genesee bridge is a picture postcard gateway to the Rockies

Editor’s note: This is part of The Know’s series, Staff Favorites. Each week, we offer our opinions on the best that Colorado has to offer for dining, shopping, entertainment, outdoor activities and more. (We’ll also let you in on some hidden gems).  I don’t remember the first time I noticed the perfect way in which the … Read more

Netanyahu trapped by clashing demands from war cabinet and hawks – POLITICO

TEL AVIV — As he tries to cling to power, Benjamin Netanyahu is being buffeted by contradictory demands over the direction of the war in Gaza. His war cabinet is increasingly urging a cease-fire deal to be struck with Hamas — to secure the return of Israeli hostages — while lawmakers in his own Likud … Read more