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Hijab-Wearing Miss Germany Finalist Turns AfD Attack Into Triumph

It seems Büsra Sayed has truly taken the saying "When life gives you lemons, make lemonade" to heart. After all, she managed to turn a situation that one could only be described as insulting or sad — certainly discriminatory — into a victory, both financially and, above all, for the human spirit.

Tamil Nadu CM orders closure of over 700 liquor shops

Newly-elected chief minister of India's Tamil Nadu state, Josephy Vijay, has ordered the closure of over 700 state-run liquor shops, according to a press statement released on Tuesday. It marks his first big move since he was sworn-in two days ago. What do we know about the Tamil Nadu TASMAC shop closure?

What's Next for Bosnia's High Representative?

The Office of the High Representative (OHR) in Bosnia confirmed on Monday that German politician Christian Schmidt, the top international envoy in Bosnia and Herzegovina, will resign after five years in office.

Russia ends ceasefire with overnight drone strikes

Russia concluded a temporary ceasefire which lasted for nearly three days with overnight strikes targeting Ukraine, President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said on Tuesday. "Russia itself chose to end the partial silence that had lasted for several days. Overnight, more than 200 attack drones were launched against Ukraine," said Zelenskyy on X.

EU agrees new rules to secure essential medicines

European Union negotiators on Tuesday reached an agreement on rules that aim to bolster the bloc's supply chains for essential medicines and reduce its dependence on drug manufacturers outside the bloc.

Ceasefire 'on life support' as Iran war raises new questions

Skip next section Top House Democrat questions aim of Iran war in remarks to Hegseth May 12, 2026 Top House Democrat questions aim of Iran war in remarks to Hegseth Rosa DeLauro, the top Democrat on the House Appropriations Committee, addressed Hegseth and said the "question must be answered at the end fo this crisis: What