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Press releases published on May 15, 2025
Groundbreaking Discovery in Australia Redraws Map of Reptile Evolution
MENAFN
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May 15, 2025
(MENAFN) Fossilized tracks uncovered in Victoria, Australia, may indicate that reptiles roamed the Earth 40 million years earlier than scientists previously believed, according to a statement from Flinders University on Thursday. These footprints were …
La Société de projet BVH1, s.e.n.c. annonce un financement de 960 M$ pour le projet éolien Des Neiges – Secteur sud
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May 15, 2025
LA CÔTE-DE-BEAUPRÉ, Quebec, 15 mai 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- La Société de projet BVH1, s.e.n.c., constituée de Boralex inc., Énergir Développement inc., et Hydro-Québec, par l’entremise de sociétés affiliées, est fière d’annoncer la mise en place d’un …
Zelensky says prohibition on Russia discussions doesn’t include him
MENAFN
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May 15, 2025
(MENAFN) Ukrainian President Vladimir Zelensky has stated that a 2022 law banning negotiations with Russia does not restrict him from speaking directly with Russian President Vladimir Putin. His remarks come as preparations are underway for renewed peace …
Rubio, Witkoff Plan to Join Istanbul Talks
MENAFN
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May 15, 2025
(MENAFN) Steve Witkoff, a representative of U.S. Leader Donald Trump, announced plans to travel to Istanbul this Friday along with Secretary of State Marco Rubio, as reported by a news agency. Earlier in the week, Trump had declared that American diplomats …
Historic Russian vessel arrives in Mauritius
MENAFN
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May 15, 2025
(MENAFN) The iconic Russian tall ship, the Kruzenshtern, arrived at Port Louis, Mauritius, on Wednesday for an official stop as part of its international "Sails of Victory" voyage. The ship was welcomed by Russian windsurfers, a kitesurfer, and a foiler …
Trump defends receiving USD400mn ‘flying palace’ present from Qatar
MENAFN
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May 15, 2025
(MENAFN) US President Donald Trump has defended receiving a $400 million luxury jet from Qatar, labeling it a “valuable asset” for the United States. The jet, a Boeing 747-8 dubbed the “flying palace,” will be handed over to the Department of Defense and …
Harvard Allocates Millions to Offset Research Funding Freeze
MENAFN
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May 15, 2025
(MENAFN) Harvard University President Alan Garber announced on Wednesday that the institution will allocate USD250 million from its own resources to sustain research projects disrupted by the Trump administration’s decision to halt over USD2 billion in …
Powerful fighting continues in Libyan capital
MENAFN
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May 15, 2025
(MENAFN) restored stability and completed its military operations in the capital. Gunfire and explosions were reported into Wednesday across several districts, with eyewitnesses noting the mobilization of militias on major roads such as Al-Shat highway, …
Germany Considers Reintroducing Conscription
MENAFN
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May 15, 2025
(MENAFN) Germany may be compelled to reinstate conscription if voluntary enlistment numbers fall short, according to Defense Minister Boris Pistorius. The country abolished compulsory military service in 2011 but has recently reconsidered its position, …
Trump Urges Apple to Prioritize U.S. Production Over India
MENAFN
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May 15, 2025
(MENAFN) President Donald Trump revealed on Thursday that he had a conversation with Apple CEO Tim Cook, urging him not to expand production in India but instead focus on the United States. During a visit to Qatar, Trump shared, "I had a little problem …
Putin`s aide claims West ‘delirious with nuclear apocalypse scenarios’
MENAFN
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May 15, 2025
(MENAFN) Nikolay Patrushev, national security adviser to Russian President Vladimir Putin, has accused European NATO members of escalating tensions with Russia to the point of risking nuclear conflict. He criticized Western powers for "deploying their …
France plans on booting diplomats from previous colony
MENAFN
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May 15, 2025
(MENAFN) France announced on Wednesday that it would expel Algerian diplomats in response to Algeria’s decision to expel 15 French officials. The Algerian state news agency APS reported on Sunday that the expulsion was due to France’s alleged failure to …
Germany detains ‘King Peter’
MENAFN
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May 15, 2025
(MENAFN) German authorities have officially outlawed the extremist “Kingdom of Germany” group and detained four of its senior members, including its self-proclaimed monarch, Peter Fitzek. The organization, which styled itself as a breakaway “counter-state” …
UNICEF: Libya’s Tripoli Violence Threatens Thousands of Children
MENAFN
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May 15, 2025
(MENAFN) The escalating conflict around Tripoli, Libya, has put nearly half a million children at risk, UNICEF warned on Wednesday. The humanitarian organization reported that children, families, and medical staff were trapped in hospitals, including Al …
Six Die in Laos After Consuming Toxic Wild Mushrooms
MENAFN
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May 15, 2025
(MENAFN) Health officials in Xayaboury province, located in northern Laos, have issued a public alert following the deaths of six individuals linked to poisonous wild mushrooms. The warning urges residents to remain cautious and take steps to prevent …
Russia Thwarts School Attack Plots, Arrests Six Suspects
MENAFN
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May 15, 2025
(MENAFN) Authorities in Russia have taken six individuals into custody over suspicions they were plotting armed assaults on schools in Moscow and Tyumen, according to local media reports on Thursday. The detentions came as part of a broad effort involving …
U.S. Pauses G20 Preparations
MENAFN
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May 15, 2025
(MENAFN) The White House National Security Council has directed United States federal departments to pause their planning for the G20 summit scheduled to take place in Johannesburg, according to a newspaper. This decision comes as Leader Donald Trump …
Diplomatic Expulsions Intensify India, Pakistan Tensions
MENAFN
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May 15, 2025
(MENAFN) In a development that has deepened the already tense relationship between India and Pakistan, both nations expelled diplomats from each other's high commissions on Tuesday. Each side alleged that the expelled officials were involved in …
Media reports Russia improves asylum for ‘mass arrivals’
MENAFN
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May 15, 2025
(MENAFN) Russia's Interior Ministry has drafted a new law aimed at reforming the country’s asylum system, in response to the large influx of Ukrainian nationals. Around 5 million Ukrainians have reportedly fled to Russia since the onset of the conflict, …
African state’s president declares Burkina Faso, Russia entering fresh stage of collaboration
MENAFN
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May 15, 2025
(MENAFN) Burkina Faso and Russia have entered a new and strengthened phase of strategic cooperation, with a focus on defense, education, and economic development, according to the West African nation’s interim president, Ibrahim Traoré. In an interview …