China says US chip warnings ‘intimidating’

A person walks past a store window in Beijing,China. FILE EFE/EPA/JESSICA LEE

Beijing, May 21 (EFE).- The Chinese government on Wednesday said the new warnings from the United States about the “risk” of the use of AI chips from the Asian tech giant Huawei was “intimidating.” “(The US is imposing) typical unilateral bullying and protectionism, which seriously undermine the stability of the global semiconductor industry chain and … Read more

Climate, growth ‘go hand in hand,’ says COP30 chief

The executive director of the United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP30), the Brazilian Ana Toni, speaks during an interview with EFE in Panama City, Panama, 20 May 2025. EFE/ Carlos Lemos

By Ana de León Panama City, May 20 (EFE).- Global economic growth and the fight against the climate crisis “go hand in hand” thanks to a financial system based on decarbonization, which is “difficult” to achieve but not “impossible,” as inaction in the face of the environmental emergency could have serious long-term consequences. Brazilian Ana … Read more

Eurovision defends voting integrity amid Spain-Israel controversy

(FILE) - Two people take a selfie in front of an ESC logo in the ESC Village at Messe Basel prior the first semi-final of the 69th Eurovision Song Contest (ESC) in Basel, Switzerland, May 13, 2025. EFE/EPA/TIL BUERGY

Geneva, (EFE).- Eurovision Executive Supervisor Martin Österdahl defended the integrity of the televote system responding to concerns from Radio Televisión Española (RTVE) over growing public outcry surrounding Israel’s second-place finish despite modest expectations and a low jury score in this year’s contest, held in Basel, Switzerland. “It is the most advanced in the world,” Österdahl … Read more

Real Madrid sign Bournemouth’s Dean Huijsen for €58 million

Spanish player Dean Huijsen in a file photo with the national team. EFE/EPA/KOEN VAN WEEL

Madrid, May 17 (EFE).– Real Madrid have officially signed 20-year-old Spanish Dean Huijsen from Bournemouth, paying his 58 million euro release clause to bolster their injury-hit defense ahead of the Club World Cup. Huijsen, a towering 1.97-meter center-back born in the Netherlands and raised in Málaga, becomes Madrid’s first reinforcement for the Club World Cup … Read more

Haitians turn to Voodoo amid political and humanitarian crisis

By Sandrine Exil Port-au-Prince, (EFE).- As Haiti sinks deeper into political instability, widespread violence, and a collapsing healthcare system, many citizens are seeking refuge in Voodoo, a religion deeply rooted in the country’s identity. “Politicians have failed us. So have the traditional religious leaders. Now, the loas are our last defense,” says Augustin St-Clou, known … Read more

Filipino climber’s death marks grim start to Everest’s 2025 season

[FILE] A mountaineer ires the views during his route to Namche Bazaar base camp, Nepal, April 5, 2017. EFE/FILE/Balazs Mohai

Kathmandu, May 15 (EFE).— The 2025 Everest climbing season recorded its first fatality after a Filipino climber died at Camp IV while preparing for his summit attempt, according to Nepal’s tourism department. The deceased was identified 45-year-old Philipp II Santiago, who died on Wednesday night. “He was getting ready to push for the summit from … Read more

India urges IAEA oversight of Pakistan’s nuclear arsenal after Kashmir crisis

India’s Defense Minister Rajnath Singh EFE/EPA/SHAWN THEW

New Delhi, May 15 (EFE).- India’s Defense Minister Rajnath Singh Thursday called for Pakistan’s nuclear weapons to be placed under the supervision of the United Nations’ atomic watchdog. Singh questioned the safety of Pakistani nuclear weapons after a recent military standoff that marked the worst India–Pakistan conflict in nearly three decades. “Are nuclear weapons safe … Read more

China confirms visa exemption for Brazil, 4 other Latin American states

Chinese President Xi Jinping (2-R) and his wife Peng Liyuan (R) pose for a group photo with Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva (2-L) and his wife Rosangela da Silva in Beijing, China, 13 May 2025. EFE-EPA/XINHUA / HUANG JINGWEN/FILE

Beijing, May 15 (EFE).- China announced Thursday that from Jun. 1, citizens of Brazil, Argentina, Chile, Peru and Uruguay will be able to enter China without a visa for stays of up to 30 days. Chinese Foreign Ministry Spokesman Lin Jian confirmed the details of the measure, which had been announced by President Xi Jinping … Read more

US-China tariff truce may not guarantee reconciliation, experts warn

US President Donald Trump in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, May 13, 2025. EFE/EPA/ALI HAIDER

By Victor Escribano Shanghai, China, May 14 (EFE).- Experts have warned that the agreement between China and the United States to reduce reciprocal tariffs for 90 days, starting Wednesday, may not guarantee complete reconciliation between the two countries. Following two days of intense negotiations in Switzerland, Beijing, and Washington published a t statement confirming an … Read more

Kenyan soldiers in Haiti frustrated over mission burden: “all the risk falls on us”

(FILE) - Kenyan police member of the Multinational Security  Mission (MMAS) standing guard after an attack on Haitian Prime Minister Garry Conille in Port-au-Prince, Haiti. Jun. 29, 2024. EFE/ Mentor David Lorens FILE

By Sandrine Exil Port-au-Prince, (EFE).- Since June 2024, Kenyan soldiers deployed to Haiti as part of the Multinational Security Mission (MSS) have been on the frontlines of a violent and deteriorating crisis in Port-au-Prince. Tasked with patrolling areas under gang control, they operate under intense pressure, facing well-armed criminals and harsh conditions. “We’re the … Read more