In the western city of Oberhausen the BBC finds conflicting attitudes towards immigration ahead of the vote.
Year: 2025
Japan raises nuclear power goal in post-Fukushima shift
A new energy plan cites growing demand from power-hungry AI data centres and semiconductor plants.
‘Died for stealing chocolate’: Pakistan anger over death of child maid
Pakistani police have filed murder charges against a couple who employed the 13-year-old girl.
Israeli troops stay inside south Lebanon after withdrawal deadline
Soldiers will stay in five places around the border, Israel says – a move condemned by Lebanon.
Argentina’s President Milei denies crypto fraud allegations
Javier Milei says he was acting in “good faith” when he posted about a crypto currency which collapsed.
‘Everyone must go’: New Zealand’s tourism drive draws ire
What was meant as a catchy tagline has been dubbed tone-deaf amid high emigration and unemployment.
UN Official Pushes for Study on Whether Crypto Can Aid Human Development
A UN official has urged exploring how crypto and digital currencies can fund human development in areas like education, healthcare and jobs.
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HK Asia Holdings’ Stock Surges Over 90% as Firm Discloses Bitcoin Purchase
Shares of HK Asia Holdings Limited, a Hong Kong-based investment firm, skyrocketed nearly 93% after the company disclosed its purchase of one Bitcoin.
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Argentina President Admits Meeting Libra Team, Denies Endorsement Allegations
Argentina’s President Milei defended his social media post about so-called meme coin Libra, denying promotion amid lawsuits and impeachment calls.
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Meteora Co-Founder Ben Chow Resigns Amid Libra Meme Coin Controversy
Ben Chow, co-founder of Meteora, has stepped down from his role following the controversy surrounding the Libra meme coin
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