Today, private Chinese firms, particularly in green tech and battery manufacturing, are technological leaders that host countries try to attract. Christoph Nedopil explains how private Chinese firms are now driving global expansion.

Is China Replacing U.S. Aid in Africa? Not Exactly. Washington is shifting toward trade and strategic deals, while China says its engagement has always focused on infrastructure and development finance. Obert Hodzi and Santino Regilme join us to explain the difference.

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

South Asia’s foreign policy choices aren’t always about national interest. They’re shaped by elite politics, partition trauma, and emotional baggage, especially when balancing India and China. Mandakini D. Surie explains ⬇️

The Politics Behind Taiwan’s Failed Africa Visit. Was China Involved? This week, a diplomatic trip to Eswatini turned into a global controversy after multiple African states reportedly denied overflight access. Watch - tinyurl.com/3w5v5eu8

When Transsion Holdings entered Africa, Chinese phones had a reputation problem. Local distributors helped change that. They acted as “translators”, adapting a Chinese business model to African markets.

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?

Mozambique Is Playing the Great Powers Smartly Mozambique is showing what African agency looks like in practice: securing U.S. financing, working with Chinese contractors, engaging European firms, and refusing to be boxed into one camp. Watch - tinyurl.com/2d34un9f

Is Trying to Outspend China’s BRI a Strategic Mistake? Quincy Institute researchers Karthik Sankaran and Dan Ford argue that competing directly with China misses the point of development finance, and could undermine U.S. effectiveness in the Global South.

U.S. and China Take Divergent Paths in the New West Asia. We recently hosted Mohammed Soliman to discuss his new book, West Asia: A New American Grand Strategy in the Middle East. Full analysis: tinyurl.com/3r496vcc 🧵 Here are the key highlights from the episode:

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Trump just said the quiet part out loud in Miami, bragging about unapproved wars while our economy takes the hit. History shows regimes fracture when the people apply pressure. We have to show up. 🛑 Drop a ✊ in the comments if you’re marching today! #News #PoliticsDaily #Protest #Democracy #Current

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Google’s AI now surfaces quotes from Reddit, blogs & forums in “Expert Advice” sections—with creator names shown. 📰 #AI Source: https://tech.slashdot.org/story/26/05/06/2050205/googles-ai-search-results-will-now-turn-to-reddit-for-expert-advice

Richard Gizbert reports on the major news outlets being locked out of military briefings and the US’s brutal act of war in Venezuela.

This BBC piece is about torture chamber in Kherson - Russian army create one everywhere they go. ‘On 3rd floor men would beat us, on 1st floor was electrocution. When person is being tortured with electricity you hear it, it’s a peculiar sound’ Angels says.She spent 31 days there

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165 students went to school on Saturday morning in southern Iran. They didn’t come home. The school sat next to a military barracks. The girls did not. #IranSchoolStrike #165 #Iran #CivilianCasualties #IranWar

Why weren't the NDP and Conservatives viable to most people in the last election? #canada #cdnpoli #canadapolitics #canadianpolitics #frankdomenic🍁

MI House Republicans hate the idea of Michigan families having support for their babies.

Operation: Iron Coffin #1, FOC June 1st, in shops July 8th! @kennyporter.bsky.social & Tyrell Cannon Interview on YT & Podcast Apps! LIVE Wednesdays 7PM EST! New Comic Book Day Reviews, Nerdy News/Rumors, & Creator Interviews! Follow, Subscribe, Join the Discord! PANELOIDS.COM!

On The Briefing with Michael Waldman, @profmmurray.bsky.social discusses how the Reconstruction era transformed the U.S. Constitution and the country. Watch: bit.ly/4tsGahv

I am aware the sound is awful and that the truth in times of alternative truth is triggering. But Jesus was not American, he wouldn't even qualify as Israeli, but would be considered a Jewish Palestinian. He wouldn't be white, was persecuted. "Whatever you do for the least, you do for me."

"Al Green stands up for us in the face of the worst oppression we've ever had." Listen to James, a resident of the New 18th talk about how Congressman Al Green has never stopped fighting for us. Join James on May 26th and Vote Al Green for the New 18th. #ThePeoplesCongressman

Thank you Senator Bill Cassidy for raising concerns about the cancellation of mRNA research during the Feb. 3 NIH hearing. Losing this critical tool in our defense against future pandemics puts both personal health and national security at risk.

Gun violence profiteers make a killing from mass shootings: Mapping the San Diego tragedy thedemlabs.org/2026/05/18/m... @gailwaldby.bsky.social #GunViolence #MassShootings #GunProfiteers #SCOTUS

Another new item for 2026 are these Polar Camel water bottles that can be custom engraved with any design and text that you want. Perfect for summer sports. #customengraved #customengraving #sportsbottle #engravedsportsbottle #polarcamelbottle #engravedpolarcamel #personalizedbottle

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Why military escalation against Iran could backfire Mark Halperin breaks down why “finishing the job” may not actually be possible. #Iran #Trump #MiddleEast

Oh, Alyssa Thomas just brought the lefty pullup back. Ok.

There is a divine miracle in community. In the practicing what it’s like to be free. To be untethered and to fight for others. For we are not free until everyone is free. Here is Chrisanne speaking to her church about responsibility. A powerful activist and an important voice. This is a hope.

Are you being nice or being kind? In this episode of The Mindset Economy, psychological safety pioneer Amy Edmondson draws a sharp distinction. Being nice is easy, it avoids tension and keeps things comfortable. #Kindness #Leadership #Honesty #Teams #PsychologicalSafety

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Got shamed in the show and in chat, so now I guess it's the comment section to have at it. With @kodeyyotey.bsky.social twitch.tv/dexterdownun...

Desi on Duffy

Michael Tracey claims he's aware of the "humorous undercurrent" of his actions. He then proceeds to "joke" about physically fighting Olivia Julianna while Matt Taibbi laughs.

Uma equipe de cientistas descobriu na Tailândia o maior dinossauro já registrado no Sudeste Asiático. O gigante de pescoço longo viveu há mais de 100 milhões de anos. Os fósseis foram identificados com o auxílio de tecnologia digital 3D. #CBReels #CBShorts

Developer Sean Gause showed an interesting way of using parallax to fake building interiors in "Hear Tell of Hauntings," their wild west survival horror game. 🏚️ See more: www.instagram.com/seangause Steam: store.steampowered.com/app/3410390/... #gamedev #indiedev #indiegame #realtimevfx

A 4th of July celebration turns into a fight for survival. 🎆🚫 Would you open the door to save a stranger if it meant risking everyone inside? Watch Tonight! disruptentertainment.com/our-films/american-deadbolt #AmericanDeadbolt #Thriller #ChamberFilm #NewMovie

Implemented a drop shadow in my game, while its visually a bit odd it does greatly help with landing on platforms as you can see exactly where you are. #ScreenshotSaturday #GodotEngine #GameDev #Shader

Trump is more concerned with a UFC fight and building his ballroom than with the fact that Americans are struggling to afford groceries.

On gerrymandering and the looming electoral arms race

Signing up to fight in Iran.

The Hind Rajab Foundation files a complaint with Dutch prosecutors against Israeli soldier Shmuel Assouline in Amsterdam for destroying Gaza’s infrastructure.The complaint relies on his own footage, which shows his unit (97th Netzah Yehuda Battalion) Text and source @eyeonpalestine.bsky.social

With the newer IRL Streaming meta on Twitch, is it possible for cozy gamers to still "pop off" on the platform? @bumblebwiii.bsky.social says YES!💖 If you haven't already, check out her cozy, co-working, OOTD content on all platforms!✨ #GamingLeagueOfWomen #TwitchCon #IRLStreaming #WomenInGaming

From Chile to the Guggenheim! 🏛️✨ Meet Antonieta Landa, who is making sure Latin American art takes its rightful place in the world’s most renowned museums. Her journey from the diaspora has shaped a unique identity that strengthens our country's global image. 🎨🇨🇱 🔗 More here: dub.sh/SgxmbOG

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May 29th through the 31st, 2026 The Colors of Africa Art Exhibit at the Prime F. Osborn Convention Center will feature over 60 pieces of art including world famous Benin Bronzes, mixed media pieces, statues, pencil art and oil on canvas paintings all made in Africa.

The Top 10 most viewed player profiles on Dobber Hockey’s Frozen Tools from previous week (May 18) www.frozenpool.dobbersports.com #fantasyhockey #buffalosabres #sanjosesharks #nhl #top10 http://dlvr.it/TSdxNb

This Mini Hair Straightener Brush Hot Comb uses ceramic heating technology to help create sleek, smooth, and frizz-free hair with quick and easy styling 😍 👉 Shop now at rizabeautytools.com #HairStraightener #HotComb #HairStyling #BeautyTools #SmoothHair #FrizzFreeHair

I went for a long walk to clear my head and came across two very proud geese showing off their babies. A little bit of respite from this terrible timeline.

It is Masters weekend! Just like the pros at Augusta, you need a caddy in your corner when the pressure is on. We are here to guide you through your purchase or refi, helping you avoid the hazards and secure the win. Reach out to start today. #Masters #Mortgage #RealEstate #Tampa

What may seem like ordinary design can shape who feels welcome in a space and who doesn’t. Anna Kodé discusses how hostile architecture affects communities and public life. Watch the full conversation on YouTube. youtu.be/Edk8IIATFA0?... #stayinformed #stayconnected #hostilearchitecture

Same guy making Gameoverse made a cameo in Red vs Blue

The ice core lab is operated as a partnership between the Australian Antarctic Division and @utas.edu.au. Measuring different chemical components trapped in the ice, this state-of-the-art lab is one of only a few of its kind in the world. Find out more ▶️ aapp.shorthandstories.com/the-memory-o...

AtlasIntel: 54,8% dos brasileiros rejeitam Donald Trump 📰👉🏾 www.diariodocentrodomundo.com.br/atlasintel-5... 𝗕𝗢𝗟𝗦𝗢𝗡𝗔𝗥𝗢𝗦 𝗜𝗡𝗜𝗠𝗜𝗚𝗢𝗦 𝗗𝗢 𝗕𝗥𝗔𝗦𝗜𝗟 𝗕𝗢𝗟𝗦𝗢𝗡𝗔𝗥𝗢𝗦 𝗧𝗥𝗔𝗜𝗗𝗢𝗥𝗘𝗦 𝗗𝗔 𝗣Á𝗧𝗥𝗜𝗔 𝗢 𝗣𝗜𝗫 É 𝗡𝗢𝗦𝗦𝗢 𝑻𝑨𝑹𝑰𝑭𝑳Á𝑽𝑰𝑶 𝑩𝑶𝑳𝑺𝑶𝑻𝑨𝑿𝑨 🎥

There are no days off when you’re running for governor - but that’s because Texas deserves a leader who works as hard as Texans do. A few shots of life on the road but we’re still moving - see you soon.

📺 Desglosando el jonrón de Manny Machado

Don't stop talking about the Epstein' files,Trump's gonna get a quick slap of reality after the midterm elections Don't Stop TALKING ABOUT EPSTEIN FILES SINCERELY The radical left Scum 🥰🥰

2 x wird Marco Rubio von Aktivisten gestört. Ein Mal wegen der Unterstützung des Genozids und einmal wegen des Aushungerns von Kuba