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Brasilia: Brazil, host of the upcoming COP30 summit, has issued a bold call for reform in global climate governance. The proposed shift aims to help nations better implement commitments to limit global warming. The summit, set for November in the Amazonian city of Belem, will mark a decade since the Paris Agreement. In 2015, nations vowed to cap global temperature rise well below 2°C above Pre-industrial levels. Despite these pledges, current climate governance plans would only curb warming to about 2.6°C. Many countries struggle to transform pledges into concrete action. As the climate crisis intensifies, Brazil argues that stronger frameworks…

Vatican City: Over 130 cardinals from around the world have assembled in Vatican City to begin the Pope election 2025, following the death of Pope Francis. The cardinals have entered the Sistine Chapel today, marking the official start of the papal conclave that will determine the 267th leader of the Roman Catholic Church. For the Pope election 2025, the cardinals were formally sealed inside the chapel, beginning a period of complete isolation. Under centuries-old tradition, they are now cut off from all outside contact, including mobile phones, the internet, and media. This highly secretive process, known as a conclave, comes…

Berlin: Germany’s conservative leader Friedrich Merz, has failed to secure a majority in a key Bundestag vote to become chancellor despite leading the party that won February’s federal election. Merz received only 310 of the 316 votes required in the 630-seat Bundestag. The loss is seen as unprecedented in modern German history and comes just days after he sealed a coalition agreement with the centre-left Social Democrats (SPD). Although the coalition holds a majority on paper, internal dissent appears to have derailed Merz’s ambitions. Reports suggest 18 MPs who were expected to back him withheld support. No candidate has failed…

Bucharest: George Simion has emerged as the leading figure in the Romanian presidential election 2025 after a decisive victory in the first round. The right-wing nationalist secured 40.96 per cent of the vote, placing him well ahead of liberal rival Nicușor Dan, the mayor of Bucharest, who claimed just under 21%. Simion is known for his scepticism towards the European Union and his firm opposition to military support for Ukraine. His success marks a significant shift in Romania’s political landscape and is being closely watched by leaders across Europe and the United States. The runoff is scheduled for 18 May,…

Rio de Janerio: Pop sensation Lady Gaga performed her biggest-ever live show on Copacabana Beach, Brazil. The free concert attracted about two million fans to an epic Lady Gaga concert that lit up Rio de Janeiro’s coastline. The event, funded by Rio’s city officials, is part of a broader initiative to revitalise the local economy. Authorities expect the performance to generate over $100 million in tourism and local spending. Taking to the stage for the first time in Brazil since 2012, Gaga delivered a dazzling spectacle themed around her latest album Mayhem. Dressed in costumes inspired by Brazil’s national football…

Ottawa: Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney has invited King Charles III and Queen Camilla to formally open Canada’s 45th Parliament on 27 May. The monarch’s visit will be the first time a reigning King has delivered the Throne Speech since 1977. “This is a historic honour that matches the weight of our times,” Carney said during his post-election address in Ottawa. Prime Minister Carney called the event a powerful symbol of Canadian sovereignty. The move directly counters President Trump’s remarks about Canada becoming America’s 51st state. Carney also confirmed that he will travel to Washington on Tuesday for his first…

United States: In a devastating loss to the music world, pioneering American singer-songwriter Jill Sobule has died in a house fire in Minneapolis, Minnesota. She was 66. Jill Sobule, best known for her 1995 breakthrough hit I Kissed a Girl, is widely credited with bringing openly gay themes into mainstream music. Her publicist confirmed the tragic news, stating the artist was found after a blaze in the suburb of Woodbury. Authorities are currently investigating the cause. Born in 1959, Sobule’s three-decade-long career tackled powerful and provocative themes such as anorexia, the death penalty, and LGBTQ+ rights. Her satirical hit Supermodel…

Ho Chi Minh City: Vietnam has celebrated 50 years since the end of the Vietnam war with a historic parade in Ho Chi Minh City on April 30, 2025. The 50th anniversary of Vietnam drew global attention, highlighting the country’s progress, reunification, and peaceful development since 1975. Thousands gathered in Ho Chi Minh City, formerly Saigon, to mark the Vietnam war’s end with parades, air shows, and festivities. The military parade featured troops, helicopters, and fighter jets, symbolising peace, strength, and Vietnam’s post-war transformation and diplomatic growth. Soldiers from China, Laos, and Cambodia joined the parade, underlining Vietnam’s international ties…

United States: President Donald Trump plans to mitigate US auto tariffs in a move designed to support American car makers and protect domestic jobs, a White House official has confirmed. The announcement comes as Trump prepares for a rally in Michigan. Michigan hosts the Detroit Three car makers Ford, General Motors (GM), and Stellantis and over 1,000 major suppliers. Trump is expected to announce reduced import duties on parts used in US-made vehicles. However, vehicles assembled outside the US will still face automotive tariffs. But these will not include extra levies like those applied to steel and aluminium, according to…