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Singapore ruling party wins election by a landslide

The People's Action Party majority has become a norm in Singapore's political landscape. Prime Minister Lawrence Wong had urged voters to offer him a strong show of support amid the global economic uncertainties brought on by US President Donald Trump's tough tariffs policy.

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Singapore's Prime Minister Lawrence Wong addresses People's Action Party (PAP) supporters, at an assembly area for the results of the general election, in Singapore, May 4, 2025.

PSG beaten by Strasbourg before Arsenal return leg

Strasbourg won 2-1 against Paris Saint-Germain on Saturday at Stade de la Meinau. PSG have already wrapped up a fourth consecutive Ligue 1 title and saw their unbeaten record domestically this season come to an end last weekend.

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Paris Saint-Germain's Portuguese forward #09 Gonçalo Ramos (R) reacts after missing a goal-scoring opportunity during the French L1 football match between RC Strasbourg Alsace and Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) at the Stade de la Meinau in Strasbourg, eastern France, on May 3, 2025.

Geopolitical crossroads awaits Romania in presidential election re-run

Moscow-aligned political forces backed by the Trump administration have destabilized Romania, a traditionally pro-Western nation. They could come to power in the presidential election on May 4 and 18.

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A passenger boat leaves from the pier in Chilia Veche, Romania, on April 11, 2025. Across the Danube lies the Ukrainian city of Kilia.

For Jewish cartoonist Joann Sfar, insouciance ended on October 7

The cartoon artist behind 'The Rabbi's Cat' went from being a mere observer of current events to an engaged author, very active on social media. He asserts his Jewish identity and shares his emotion in the face of the resurgence of antisemitism in France. His posts fuel controversy and overshadow his unwavering concern for the plight of the Palestinians.

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Joann Sfar, in a Parisian café, April 1, 2025.
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