05/07/2026 - The Mike's P(a)lace

Apple Introduces New iPad Air Powered by M4 Chip

Apple introduced the new iPad Air powered by the M4 chip on May 7, 2026, delivering significant performance improvements and expanded memory

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What is the 'Thucydides Trap' that Xi invoked in his meeting with Trump? 05/15/2026

Xi Jinping opened his Beijing summit with Trump by asking whether the two powers could avoid the "Thucydides Trap" — then warned that mishandling Taiwan could lead to war.

Five Italians die in Maldives cave diving tragedy 05/15/2026

Rescue teams in the Maldives continued recovery operations after the country’s deadliest diving accident killed five Italian divers.

Libya football riots spread to Tripoli as fans torch government building 05/15/2026

Fans rioted after a disputed referee decision ended a Libyan league match in Tarhunah, with violence spreading to Tripoli where the Government of National Unity's headquarters was set on fire.

Funeral in Jabalia after Israeli strike hits Gaza wake despite ceasefire 05/15/2026

Residents of Jabalia bury two Palestinians killed in an Israeli strike on a wake, as Gaza reports nearly 73,000 dead and truce violations persist.

Women's rights and demographics take centre stage at regional forum in Bukhara 05/15/2026

Regional leaders and UN officials gathered in Bukhara to discuss how investing in women, education and demographic planning could shape long-term development across Asia.

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