In Georgia, thousands demonstrate against the controversial "foreign agents" bill.
Thousands of people are demonstrating against the so-called "foreign influence" law in the Georgian capital, Tbilisi. Organizations that receive foreign funding will be required by law to register as "foreign agents." Some who oppose it claim that it might be used to suppress oppositional groups and harm Georgia's hopes of enlisting in the EU. Former Georgian Deputy Foreign Minister Thornike Gordadze was responsible for the country's relations with the EU. He claims former prime minister Bidzina Ivanishvili is coordinating the government's action.
A canoe sprint between Sri Lanka and India across the Palk Strait was noteworthy for a number of reasons. The occasion was set aside to commemorate the deep cultural ties that date back thousands of years between the two nations. The sea route that Hindu Lord Ram traveled in the epic Ramayana is also located between Thalaimannar in Sri Lanka and Dhanushkodi in India.Keep an eye out for additional information!
US Defense Chief Lloyd Austin converses with Dong Jun of China
The National Defense Minister of China spoke with US Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin. This is the first interaction between them in more than a year as the two nations work to rebuild military ties. The two allegedly covered a wide range of topics on their call, including regional and international security challenges and US-China defense ties. Keep an eye out for additional information!
UK MP involved in sexting incident, exchanging colleague phone numbers
A big source of humiliation occurred when a UK MP was discovered to have given up the phone numbers of other MPs and ministers in a honey trap sexting scandal.
Gaza hospitals under strain: Israeli siege puts patients in danger.
Hospitals in Gaza have been treating the injured since the conflict began, but they are continually overburdened. Many patients have no option but to sleep on the floor; some need assistance that hospitals cannot offer. Patients cannot undergo critical care abroad since the Rafah border to Egypt has been closed. The Israeli embargo is also depriving Gaza's hospitals of vital medical supplies, exacerbating the crisis. Doctors warn that if the siege is not lifted, many more people will die, and they urge international groups to put pressure on Israel to open the bridge and allow help.
Floods brought on by heavy rainfall kill several people.
Around the planet, there are severe downpours. At least 33 individuals perished in the floods in Afghanistan, whereas flash floods in Oman claimed the lives of at least 17 people. Bahrain saw intense rain and wind, causing streets to flood as well.
Hundreds assemble in South Korea for a 'power sleep' event.
On Saturday (May 18), South Koreans closed their eyes and relaxed for a sleeping contest aimed at raising awareness about the need of rest in a country with one of the world's lowest sleep quality rankings.
2022 was certainly the most turbulent year for the United Kingdom, with three changing Prime Ministers in less than three months. Many have referred to political uncertainty as the New Normal in the UK. Others dubbed the catastrophe the end of the Tories.
Dutch government challenges decision on F-35 parts transfer to Israel in cessation
Regarding the transfer of American F-35 aircraft parts to Israel, the Hague Court of Appeal's ruling is being challenged by the Dutch government in a cassation case before the Dutch Supreme Court. Following its decision on Monday, the court mandated that the Netherlands stop distribution within seven days.
The 2025 Mercedes CLE 53 Cabriolet has been announced as an entry point to windy AMG performance.
AMG has introduced a new entry-level convertible, the CLE 53 Cabriolet. It shares the same design and performance advancements as the CLE 53 Coupe but also has an electronically foldable canvas canopy. The soft top can be opened or closed in 20 seconds, even at speeds up to 60 km/h. And don't worry about your hairstyle! To address this, this vehicle includes the Mercedes Aircap wind deflector system and the Airscarf feature, which blasts warm air on the necks of the driver and front-seat passenger. Let's look closely at what else this vehicle has to offer.
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