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May 17, 2025
Brasilia [Brazil], May 17: Brazil, the world's largest chicken exporter, confirmed its first outbreak of bird flu on a poultry farm on Friday, triggering a country-wide trade ban from China and state-wide restrictions for other major consumers.
Fear and anger in France's crypto community after spate of kidnappings
US aid cuts leave food mouldering in storage
Ukraine calls on allies to keep pressure on Russia
93 Palestinians martyred in Israeli shelling of Gaza
8th Historic Dalma Race Festival features rich cultural legacy
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Al Ain Zoo celebrates Endangered Species Day by showcasing 57 Years of conservation success
Al Ain [UAE], May 17: In celebration of Endangered Species Day, observed annually on May 16, Al Ain Zoo is shining a spotlight on its...
Saadiyat Island Abu Dhabi celebrates International Museum Day
Abu Dhabi [UAE], May 17: This International Museum Day on Sunday 18 May, Saadiyat Island Abu Dhabi is the ultimate destination for culture lovers.
UAE tops Day One of Abu Dhabi Grand Slam Jiu-Jitsu Tour; Russia second
Abu Dhabi [UAE], May 17: The first day of the Abu Dhabi Grand Slam Jiu-Jitsu Championship concluded this evening at Mubadala Arena in Zayed Sports...
Juror removed from mushroom lunch murder trial in Australia
May 16, 2025
Sydney [Australia], May 16: A juror in the trial of an Australian woman accused of killing three relatives by feeding them poisonous mushrooms has been...
Gambia probes sale of ex-leader's luxury cars, cows and boats
Banjul [The Gambia], May 16: The Gambian government has announced an investigation into the sale of assets seized from former President Yahya Jammeh, following widespread...
Ukraine peace talks in Turkey threaten to descend into farce
Moscow [Russia], May 16: Peace negotiations between Russia and Ukraine failed to start as planned on Thursday after the two presidents did not turn up...
At least 21 people killed in road accident in central Mexico: Official
Mexico City [Mexico], May 16: At least 21 people have been killed in a road accident in central Mexico, according to a local official.
Syrian foreign minister hails 'fruitful and constructive' meeting with US
Damascus [Syria], May 16: Syrian Foreign Minister Asaad al-Shaibani and US Secretary of State Marco Rubio discussed the details of the lifting of US sanctions...
Starmer accuses Putin of 'dragging feet' on peace talks
Moscow [Russia], May 16: Russian President Vladimir Putin's refusal to meet Ukraine's Volodymyr Zelensky face to face for peace talks is "further evidence" of the...
Putin has put himself in the wrong, says Germany's Merz
Berlin [Germany], May 16: German Chancellor Friedrich Merz has criticized Russian President Vladimir Putin's absence from the Istanbul talks on Ukraine.
Germany split on NATO 5% defence push as Wadephul backs President Trump plan
'Bayesian crew unaware wind speeds of over 73mph could topple yacht'
Israel kills over 100 people in Gaza as Palestinians mark 77 years since Nakba
S Africa says President Ramaphosa to visit the US amid tense relations
Huge ice falls at Argentina's Perito Moreno glacier
Trump announces $200 billion in deals during UAE visit
Thirteen hurt when car plows into crowd
Top security team investigating TikTok murder
Peace breakthrough unlikely as Putin declines to meet Zelenskiy
UN will not take part in US-backed aid effort in Gaza
