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Geneva, (EFE).- Eurovision Executive Supervisor Martin Österdahl defended the integrity of the televote system responding to concerns from Radio Televisión Española (RTVE) over growing public outcry surrounding Israel’s second-place finish despite modest expectations and a low jury score in this year’s contest, held in Basel, Switzerland. “It is the most advanced in the world,” Österdahl … Read more

By Sandrine Exil Port-au-Prince, (EFE).- As Haiti sinks deeper into political instability, widespread violence, and a collapsing healthcare system, many citizens are seeking refuge in Voodoo, a religion deeply rooted in the country’s identity. “Politicians have failed us. So have the traditional religious leaders. Now, the loas are our last defense,” says Augustin St-Clou, known … Read more

Taipei, May 16 (EFE).- More than 150 Chinese military aircraft have flown over Taiwan in the past five days, a series of movements that come on the eve of the first anniversary of sovereigntist William Lai as president of the island. In its latest daily report, Taiwan’s defense ministry said 21 Chinese aircraft, including fighter … Read more

Kathmandu, May 15 (EFE).— The 2025 Everest climbing season recorded its first fatality after a Filipino climber died at Camp IV while preparing for his summit attempt, according to Nepal’s tourism department. The deceased was identified 45-year-old Philipp II Santiago, who died on Wednesday night. “He was getting ready to push for the summit from … Read more

New Delhi, May 15 (EFE).- India’s Defense Minister Rajnath Singh Thursday called for Pakistan’s nuclear weapons to be placed under the supervision of the United Nations’ atomic watchdog. Singh questioned the safety of Pakistani nuclear weapons after a recent military standoff that marked the worst India–Pakistan conflict in nearly three decades. “Are nuclear weapons safe … Read more

Beijing, May 15 (EFE).- China announced Thursday that from Jun. 1, citizens of Brazil, Argentina, Chile, Peru and Uruguay will be able to enter China without a visa for stays of up to 30 days. Chinese Foreign Ministry Spokesman Lin Jian confirmed the details of the measure, which had been announced by President Xi Jinping … Read more

By Ahmad Awad Jabalia, Gaza Strip, May 14 (EFE).- “Everyone is dead,” says a survivor of Israeli attacks on the northern Gaza Strip on Wednesday night, one of the bloodiest since Israel resumed its offensive against the Palestinian enclave, in which at least 70 people have been killed. The overnight bombings struck five Gazan extended … Read more

By Victor Escribano Shanghai, China, May 14 (EFE).- Experts have warned that the agreement between China and the United States to reduce reciprocal tariffs for 90 days, starting Wednesday, may not guarantee complete reconciliation between the two countries. Following two days of intense negotiations in Switzerland, Beijing, and Washington published a t statement confirming an … Read more

Tokyo, May 13 (EFE).- Japanese vehicle manufacturer Nissan Motor confirmed on Tuesday that it would lay off 20,000 workers worldwide until 2027, as part of its restructuring plan, which is more than double the number announced last year. The decision comes after Nissan reported a net loss of 670,9 billion yen (about $4.5 billion) in … Read more

By David Asta Alares Manila, May 13 (EFE).- The recent midterm elections in the Philippines are seen as a “rebuke” to President Ferdinand Marcos Jr amid his face off against the Duterte family. Vice-president Sara Duterte’s senatorial candidates did much better than expected in the elections, whereas her father, former President Rodrigo Duterte, won the … Read more