Many critics say China is an unreliable ally because it won’t defend countries like Iran or Venezuela. But what if the real issue is that China doesn’t believe in alliances the way the United States does? Watch the discussion - tinyurl.com/5e88p95f

China as a Banker, Debt Collector, and Rescuer in Africa. Yan Liang joins Eric Olander to examine China’s evolving role as a development finance provider in Africa. Watch the full episode: tinyurl.com/2c2rvee5

Do you think China needed to pressure African countries here or were these decisions already aligned with their own interests? More broadly, is Africa being underestimated in global geopolitics? Watch - tinyurl.com/3w5v5eu8

Is China responding to a more disruptive U.S. foreign policy under Trump or is the timing just coincidence?

China and the United States are increasingly practicing similar foreign policy playbooks: assertive in their own neighborhoods, restrained elsewhere. What does China’s actual engagement with Iran look like in practice?

From Egypt to Southeast Asia, energy importers want out of volatile fossil fuel markets. Tim McDonnell explains how China’s batteries, solar panels, wind turbines, and critical minerals are giving Beijing new leverage after the Iran war. Watch - tinyurl.com/mrxzdxnb

Africa, Critical Minerals, and America’s China Dilemma A new U.S.-led critical minerals alliance is taking shape, but China still dominates refining and processing. C.Géraud Neema joins Eric & Cobus to unpack the proposal and whether it can realistically succeed.

China has launched a series of global initiatives alongside existing institutions, which some see as building a parallel system, trying to replace the Western-led global order. But Joel Ng argues something different. Watch the discussion - tinyurl.com/mrxkfspy

The China Coverage Collapse With fewer American correspondents on the ground, Western understanding of China’s political and social realities is narrowing, at a moment when informed analysis is most needed.

Africa’s Tech Ecosystem: China Builds the Infrastructure, America Owns the Apps

(also Poker Face being turned into a ballad shouldn't have worked but it did.)

Tanukikoji shopping Street, Sapporo, Hokkaido, Japan #Japan #Nippon

“Dr. Swain, no freaking way I’m buying your book.” @crockett.house.gov & @repmoskowitz.bsky.social grill Nashville Republican (former mayoral candidate & Vandy Prof) Carol Swain on her refusal to acknowledge certain hate groups are white supremacists. Full: www.instagram.com/reel/DYnZ5BQ...

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Angela Rayner says no deal with Andy Burnham as she’s cleared by HMRC

Recent analysis released this week by KFF, the nonpartisan health research organization, reports premiums would increase 114% on average, and the people it will hit hardest are working families in rural areas like farmers and blue collar workers. #TrumpsWarOnPoorPeople Credit: @fubarpac

"The depressing news for those of us in UK healthcare policy is that on most indicators, the NHS tends to perform worse than the average... and some of the edges we had in the past no longer seem to be there." Sebastian Rees discusses comparisons of the NHS with systems in other countries

⌛ Evidence found of Neolithic beaver hunting 👉 Archaeologists have found ancient traces of beaver hunting in Germany. In the German town of Alsleben, they discovered remains of beavers that were likely caught for their... 🔗 whyrwe.com/@26/0507-2019 #️⃣ #whyrwe #factuallyfun #history

If there’s nothing to hide, there’s no reason not to testify. The Epstein files are being covered up – and Trump must answer for it under oath.  The public deserves answers.

Any char feel if case didnt involve 2ndroyal then believe wont suffer such injustice in Netflix ATLA, Witcher, Lord of Rings, GoT, Shogun, Blue Eye Samurai, Star Wars, One Piece? Char:Reply EmpressDowager.If it werent for fact that it involved princess,how could I,humble woman,suffer such injustice?

Listen to the new Poppy album, or else...

I keep a close watch on this heart of mine I keep my eyes wide open all the time I keep the ends out for the tie that binds Because you're mine, I walk the line

Ever heard of a Risk Pattern Language? The case for software development being all about risk management has never been stronger. Take 40% off the eBook with code GREMLIN 🔗 in🧵

essa lixo humano da solange jogando maternidade na cara da napaula??? pqp #BBB26

That Chelsea 1 is a great strike and like he said it’s not normally how he hits the ball but that city 1 the way he turns those city defenders inside out is ridiculous he makes them all look stupid and then the finish with his right foot,outstanding👌

Here’s a #MondayMorningMinute with #nature here on #WorldBeeSanctuary. Take a moment. #pause Go do some #good. Have the best week you can. If you’re not having a good week - tell someone. And if someone tells you - Listen. Really #listen. #mentalhealth #wellbeing #daisies #dandelions #spring

👍Abby Smith's letter to the voters of Congleton North, explaining how she will work for you when elected. Vote for Abby Smith and #Equality on 21st May. Promoted by Jane Evans for Abby Smith, both of the Equality Party, Grosvenor House, CW12 4AB

Fall River police are seeking the public's help in locating a man accused of destroying a shooting victim's memorial. https://www.wcvb.com/article/fall-river-police-vandalism-shooting-victims-memorial/71413769 

I'm the best!! #gamingwithcameron #fortnite #gaming #epicgames #epicpartner

Heart of China

Shiny Recap #87 #pokemonstreamer #nintendogames #streamer #twitch #twitchstreamer #pokemon #shiny #shinyhunt #shinypokemon #shinyhunting #shinyhunter #shinydex #streaming #nintendo #shinyhunting #promosky #ShinyPokemonStreamer #shinypokemonhunting

Prince looking at Morris Day and the other negros in the band from Purgatory:

Her rage has a heartbeat. Dark fantasy romance with cruel Fae, obsessive tension, and a heroine who keeps her teeth. A Debt of Shattered Hope. #darkromantasy

New ECIU analysis has found that when food prices rise during major shocks, they tend to come down only slowly and partially afterwards, leaving households facing a higher grocery bill long after the original crisis has eased. eciu.net/media/press...

Oopsie! Dave McCormick (R-PA) catches himself calling it the "Trump Regime" mid-sentence. Gotta love it!

The legendary adventure game Myst and its sequel Riven arrive on PlayStation VR2 today. Details here: www.uploadvr.com/myst-riven-r...

#elsalvador 🇸🇻 fruit season: The 6reengo taking “nancys” 😂

🇫🇷 Huge thanks to the devs behind the French mods! Thanks to you, I dropped my FOF players straight into a Barkhane-style Sahel op 🌍🪖 Full mission video is out: heat, dust, pickups, and RPGs — it's all there! 🎬 👉 youtu.be/Ypw53rCR1uQ #Armareforger #France #Barkhane #Milsim @armaplatform.com

What’s really in the Epstein files? U.S. Rep. Melanie Stansbury joins Chris & Gabby to discuss what she says she saw in the unredacted documents & why she supports a Truth Commission to investigate Epstein’s #NewMexico ties. #NewMexicoNewsInsiders Podcast out now.

The GOP wants to cut ACA subsidies and Medicaid (programs they already slashed) to fund the Iran war and deportations. There are already over 25 million uninsured Americans and 300,000 more could lose coverage under this bill. #FundHealthcareNotWar

🆘DON’T KILL🐶NYLA “Nyla is a dog that immediately just lights me up. On a hard day, she will bring joy, silliness &all the cuddles U could dream of…I got to meet Nyla & she rejuvenated all my energy. Her personality is just magnetic & I can’t bear to put her back in her small kennel.” 🙏Repost2find🏡

Our newest episode is now available! #remembering Hollywood legend #WilliamHolden with his partner, twice Emmy-nominated actress Stefanie Powers, and our host Jeff Sammut. Listen on rememberingpodcast.com, your favourite podcast platforms, and visit whwf.org. #StefaniePowers

Ever feel like you’re in the room… but not really in the room? The smarter you become, the more you see. And sometimes… that separates you. Hidden cost of intelligence. #Intelligence , #DeepThinker , #LonelyGenius , #MindsetShift, #SelfGrowth #Overthinker #Philosophy #HighIQ

Die nominierten Autor*innen im aspekte-Video! 💫 Portrait von Ines Geipel, die mit ihrem Buch „Fabelland. Der Osten, der Westen, der Zorn und das Glück“ (S. Fischer) für den #DSP25 nominiert ist. Produziert von ZDF aspekte  Redaktion: Monika Unkelbach Kamera: Bernd Huß Schnitt: Jan Rehwinkel

Sometimes, the darkest times forge the strongest bonds. Follow Hal on a beautiful narrative journey filled with puzzles, secrets, and hope as you make your way to the last city at the end of the world. Beyond The Plastic Wall, coming to Steam in 2026!

I just voted in Texas and here is what I witnessed. I don’t think the Republicans are going to be happy.

been making progress here! got full vertex manipulation and textures working now #godot #godotengine

OSCAR SPOTLIGHT - I'M STILL HERE Directed by Walter Salles, Brazil's official entry for this year's Academy Awards is nominated for BOTH Best International Feature Film and Best Picture (the first time a Brazilian movie has ever been nominated for Best Picture)! #Cinema #Filmsky #Moviesky

Who's that Lady #lady #girl #maryjane #video #clip #smile

What skills would Mirra Andreeva like to borrow from other tennis players? "I would like to have volleys like Roger Federer. And I would like to have physical abilities like Carlos Alcaraz." 🗞️🗞️ www.thenationalnews.com/sport/tennis...

The way Trump stared at this reporter is disturbing. She was asking him about U.S foreign policy/China’s role in Latin America. Instead of answering her question he says to Vance Í just like to watch her talk “before saying to her”Good job Good job thank you Darling”. This is so 🤢

👀 💪🏽 💣 Big. Dawg. Returneth. #TridentsUp 🔱 #GoMs

Practising our dribbling skills & teamwork to prepare for our Sport’s Day next month! There was some great encouragement to our teammates! #antohandwb #antoliteracy 🏃‍♀️⚽️🏃‍♂️🙌🏃‍♂️⚽️🏃‍♀️

Good use of wrestling as a metaphor. @livvytrouble.bsky.social ?

A huge thank you to Pasta Polo and Ahyoung for donating food to people in a really difficult time. Happy to be able to deliver it with Mike Farnworth. #mlajennb #tricities #community #helpingothers

Well, I call them fauxgressives but ahahahaha😉

Need a storm chasing romance in your life? If you love the Twister films, you’ll fall hard for Tempest Love!🩶🌪️ #romancebooks #contemporaryromance #romancesuspensebooks #booksky #indieauthors #mustread

*These ghouls are literally deploying the same tactics as they did in Gaza. Aerial footage of Israeli occupation forces detonating over 20 homes belonging to displaced Lebanese, in southern Lebanon.

Crossface from Ol' Mancer! #WatchROH