A Christian town in Syria keeps the biblical language of Aramaic alive. But it fears for its future

Summary Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan announced that preparations are underway for a meeting between Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan and US President Donald Trump, with discussions focused on the location of the meeting, whether in the US or Turkey. Fidan also mentioned Erdogan's intention to visit Syria, stating that efforts are being made to establish suitable conditions, a date, and logistical arrangements for the trip. This information was shared during the Antalya Diplomacy Forum...

The global turmoil stemming from the Trump administration is strengthening the EU's commitment to sign a defence and security pact with the UK, enabling British arms companies to engage in joint procurement. This agreement, set to be finalized at a summit hosted by UK Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer, aims to enhance European defence capabilities amidst rising tensions and re-armament discussions following Trump's NATO threats and Russian overtures. While addressing broader geopolitical issues, the pact's...

Nina Aouilk, now 55, faced years of abuse and neglect, being groomed for servitude while her brothers enjoyed freedom. Disowned at birth for being a girl, she endured racial bullying and severe trauma, including a brutal sexual assault at 14 and extreme abuse in an arranged marriage at 16. After a harrowing escape from her family and marriage, Nina now advocates against honour-based violence through her charity, End Honour Killings, highlighting the urgent need for...

Liontrust Asset Management PLC (LON:LIO) has faced significant declines, with a 74% drop in share price over the past three years and a 51% decrease in the last year alone. While the company's earnings per share (EPS) fell by 34% annually, the total shareholder return (TSR) was -65%, indicating that dividends somewhat mitigated losses. Despite recent insider buying, the company shows two warning signs, suggesting potential challenges ahead for investors. Full Article

Gold prices surged to a record high of $3,237.98 per ounce by April 11, 2025, amid US-China trade tensions and a weakening dollar, significantly affecting the jewellery and bullion markets. The UK jewellery sector is projected to grow to $7.76 billion by 2030, driven by a consumer shift towards sustainable, ethically sourced gold pieces, while bullion dealers enhance product offerings to meet rising demand. Despite challenges like gold shortages in London due to tariff concerns,...

Former Israeli Prime Minister Ehud Olmert has issued a stark warning that Israel is "closer to a civil war than ever before," attributing this to rising internal tensions and societal divisions amid the ongoing Gaza conflict. In a Haaretz article, he criticized Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu for fostering attacks on the Supreme Court, describing it as part of a deliberate effort to undermine Israel's institutions, which he refers to as the "deep state." Olmert's remarks...