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Newsweek
18-05-2025
- Politics
- Newsweek
Far-Right Parties Bid for Power in Europe's Election 'Super Sunday'
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. Europe's "Super Sunday" of elections are expected to see far-right parties making strong advances in Romania and Poland, while Portugal is expected to remain relatively centrist. Newsweek contacted a European Union (EU) spokesperson for comment via email on Sunday. Why It Matters There has been growing support for right-wing parties across Europe, with many ideologies said to be in line with those in the United States. Romania's Runoff In Romania, voters returned to the polls for a presidential runoff between centrist Bucharest Mayor Nicușor Dan and far-right populist George Simion, leader of the Alliance for the Unity of Romanians (AUR). Simion, running on a nationalist, anti-EU platform, has gained momentum, particularly among the Romanian diaspora, where Dan, a pro-European technocrat, is relying on high voter turnout abroad to secure victory. As reported by First Post, official electoral data indicates a high turnout, with over 4.6 million people, or 25 per cent of eligible voters, voting by noon local time in Romania's election. Polling stations opened at 7 a.m. and are set to close at 9 p.m. Additionally, more than 750,000 Romanians abroad have cast their ballots since special overseas polling stations opened on Friday. As reported by U.K newspaper The Guardian, "Recent polls have shown the gap between the two candidates closing, with one putting them neck-and-neck and another placing Dan, who has described the vote as a battle between "a pro-Western and an anti-Western Romania," ahead." The outcome could reshape Romania's alignment with the EU and NATO. European flags in Brussels on May 13, 2025. European flags in Brussels on May 13, 2025. Nicolas TUCAT / AFP via Getty Images)/Getty Images EU and Abortion Key Issues in Poland In Poland, the presidential election saw a turnout rate of over 20 percent of eligible voters by midday, German TV network DW cited the country's electoral commission as saying, according to First Post. Although turnout is 4 percentage points lower than at the same point in the 2020 presidential election, it is 6 points higher than in 2015. Poland has approximately 28.3 million eligible voters. As reported by First Post, Poland is holding a presidential election against a backdrop of growing security concerns, fueled by the ongoing war in neighboring Ukraine and anxiety over a potential U.S. retreat from European defense commitments under President Donald Trump. The leading candidates are Warsaw Mayor Rafał Trzaskowski, a liberal ally of Prime Minister Donald Tusk, and Karol Nawrocki, a conservative historian with no previous political experience, supported by the right-wing Law and Justice party. Key issues include judicial reforms, abortion rights, and EU relations. Trzaskowski represents the pro-European Civic Coalition, while Nawrocki is aligned with nationalist and traditionalist views. What To Know On Friday, as reported by the Kyiv Independent, Tusk claimed that Russian hackers had targeted the websites of ruling coalition parties, just days ahead of the election. Tusk wrote on X, formerly Twitter: "Two days before the elections, a group of Russian hackers operating on Telegram attacked the websites of Civic Platform." He said the cyberattacks also targeted the Left and Polish People's Party (PSL), both members of his coalition, and Poland's Digital Affairs Minister Krzysztof Gawkowski earlier described Russia's interference as "unprecedented," reported the Kyiv Independent. Poland's presidential election on Sunday will determine whether the country continues along Tusk's pro-European path or shifts toward nationalist policies reminiscent of those championed by Trump. In Portugal, the election was called just a year into the center-right minority government's term after Prime Minister Luís Montenegro lost a confidence vote in March. However, the country continues to show resilience against the far-right trend occurring in much of Europe. Montenegro has pledged to avoid any cooperation with the far-right Chega party. What Happens Next The wider picture across the continent suggests continuing and increasing support for nationalist, anti-immigration, and Eurosceptic platforms. In France and Germany, far-right parties made record gains in European Parliamentary elections, signaling a continental shift. Austria's Freedom Party (FPO) also secured a historic national win last year.
Al Bawaba
11-05-2025
- Politics
- Al Bawaba
Is Pakistan's former PM Imran Khan dead?
ALBAWABA - As tensions between India and Pakistan grow, a press release recently sparked debate on social media after claiming that Pakistan's former Prime Minister, Imran Khan, died in custody. The rumors erupted when a resurfaced video flooded platforms such as X (formerly known as Twitter) and WhatsApp, which revealed Khan being carried out by security with visible injuries. Several fact-checking websites deemed the video fake and accused the press release of spreading unverified misinformation. Meanwhile, several social media users also spread false reports about Imran Khan escaping jail, adding to the confusion. First Post claims that the press release was issued by someone impersonating Pakistan's Ministry of Foreign Affairs. Is Pakistan's former PM Imran Khan dead? The letter stated, "It is with deep regret and solemnity that we confirm the passing of former Prime Minister Imran Khan in judicial custody. The incident occurred under circumstances that are currently under thorough investigation." It added, "This development has sent shockwaves across the country and beyond, and the Government of Pakistan acknowledges the gravity of the situation. We are committed to ensuring complete transparency as we determine the causes and accountability behind this tragic event." Fact-checking website, Boom Live, verified the fake news by contacting Khan's party, Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf, which confirmed that the press release is false, and pointed out flaws in the document issued. Additionally, the video that flooded social media is old and was first shared in May 2013, when Imran Khan was injured during an election rally in Lahore, after falling 15 feet from a forklift at a stage. What's factual is that Imran Khan has been serving a 14-year sentence in Adiala Jail since 2023 on charges of corruption and his involvement in an illegal case with Al-Qadir Trust. On May 9, Tehreek-e-Insaf filed a court petition for fear of the former Pakistani PM getting targeted by drones from India.
Daily Mirror
06-05-2025
- Sport
- Daily Mirror
Mike Tyson calls Floyd Mayweather 'delusional' over outrageous claim
Tyson has blasted Mayweather after the former pound-for-pound king claimed he was better than the legendary Muhammad Ali during an interview Mike Tyson has savagely criticised Floyd Mayweather Jr following the latter's bold assertion that he was better than boxing great Muhammad Ali. Ali - who is regarded as one of the biggest names in the history of boxing - transcended the sport of boxing. The icon is the only fighter to win the lineal heavyweight championship on three occasions and his legacy includes epic showdowns like the 'Rumble in the Jungle' with George Foreman. That said, during an interview with First Post, Mayweather Jr expressed his belief that he's the biggest star. "I feel like I've done just as much in the sport as Ali," he confidently declared. "It is hard for a guy like me, still sharp at 38. No disrespect to Ali, but I feel like I am the best. Ali lost in his career to Leon Spinks. He lost some other fights and is still known as the greatest. That is what it is". Mayweather Jr's remarks have ignited a storm on social media, with Tyson himself left stunned by 'Money's comments. In a YouTube interview, 'Iron Mike' was quick to label the American as 'delusional.' "He's very delusional, he can't listen. If he was anywhere near that realm of great Ali he'd be able to take his kids to school by himself," Tyson remarked. "He can't take his kids to school by himself and he's talking about he's great? Greatness is not guarding yourself from the people, greatness is being accepted by the people. He can't take his kids alone to school by himself. He's a little scared man... a very small scared man." Mayweather Jr hung up his gloves in 2017 with an undefeated professional record of 50-0 after besting former dual-weight UFC champion Conor McGregor in a highly-anticipated crossover clash. 'Money' has beaten some massive names over the years, including Manny Pacquiao, Canelo Alvarez, Shane Mosley, Ricky Hatton, and Oscar De La Hoya. Despite retiring in 2017, Mayweather couldn't stay away from the ring and has been involved in several exhibition fights over the last few years. Meanwhile, Tyson - another fighter who is regarded as one of the greatest heavyweights of all time - seized the heavyweight championship in a ferocious beatdown of Trevor Berbick back in 1986 at just 20 years old. His ended his career in 2005 after a loss to Kevin McBride. However, the now 58-year-old stunned the boxing world last year after announcing his return to the ring, taking on YouTuber-turned-boxer Jake Paul. But alas, Tyson was unable to roll back the years on fight night. Despite failing to secure a knockout, the 'Problem Child' comfortably sailed to a points victory.
Mint
29-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Mint
Actor Rohit Basfore found dead near Garbhanga forest waterfall in Assam, family alleges murder: Report
Family Man 3 actor Rohit Basfore, has been found dead near the Garbhanga forest waterfall in Assam, according to local reports. His family has alleged that he was murdered by relatives after a dispute, a report by FirstPost said. Rohit Basfore was set to appear in Family Man 3 featuring Manoj Bajpayee and Jaideep Ahlawat in lead roles. His body was found on April 27 (Sunday), the report added. (This is a developing story, more updates coming…) First Published: 29 Apr 2025, 10:22 AM IST
Yahoo
11-02-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
France pledges to build one gigawatt of new nuclear to speed up its AI ambitions
It's France's turn to get in on the AI boom. On Sunday, President Emmanuel Macron announced private investments into the country's AI ecosystem totaling €109 billion ($112.5 billion). The announcement came ahead of Paris hosting the AI Action Summit on Monday and Tuesday. "I can tell you this evening, Europe is going to speed up, France is going to speed up," Macron stated during a TV interview on France 2 and India's First Post. He further explained that the investment is "exactly the equivalent for France of what the United States announced with Stargate — $500 billion — it's the same ratio," when accounting for France's significantly smaller population. Today, France will also reportedly pledge a gigawatt of nuclear power to create an AI computing project, the The Wall Street Journal reports. France has nuclear power to spare, with 57 reactors in 18 plants and exporting about a fifth of the electricity it produced last year — despite using nuclear power for over two-thirds of its electricity. See for yourself — The Yodel is the go-to source for daily news, entertainment and feel-good stories. By signing up, you agree to our Terms and Privacy Policy. The project's lead, FluidStack, aims to start work in the third quarter of 2024. By the end of 2026, the goal is to have 250 megawatts of power linked to AI-computing chips. Most of these chips are made by Nvidia, which FluidStack claims will send chips over when they need them. It also states that there's potential to expand to a 10 gigawatt facility by 2030. The news follows Macron and United Arab Emirates leader Mohamed bin Zayed Al-Nahyan's February 6 announcement to put between €30 million and €50 million ($31 million to $51.6 million) towards a one-gigawatt AI center.
