Libre News of The World. Monday the 19th of May 2025

Subscribe today so you never miss an episode! Today on Libre News of The World: Dundee has emerged as Scotland’s top trending travel destination for 2025, surpassing Edinburgh and Glasgow, thanks to its vibrant cultural revival and the V&A Museum (The Scotsman). In Ireland, refugees have reported alarming conditions in accommodation centres, citing over 700 complaints of poor treatment and unsafe living environments (The Irish Times). Germany faces a projected €81.2 billion tax revenue shortfall due to an economic downturn and tax relief plans, prompting budget revisions and stimulus initiatives (Handelsblatt). Northern Sweden is grappling with a healthcare crisis after the closure of Skellefteå Hospital, forcing residents to travel over 100 kilometers for emergency care (The Nordic Reporter). Iceland’s Reykjanes Peninsula experienced its eighth volcanic eruption since December 2023, with magma breaching barriers near Grindavík following failed peace efforts (RÚV). In Uzbekistan, carrot exports have plummeted by over 50% in early 2025 due to domestic demand and regional competition, raising concerns about the country's agricultural resilience (FreshPlaza). Russia launched its largest drone assault on Ukraine to date, deploying 273 drones after failed peace talks, killing one and injuring several others (Ukrainska Pravda). Despite the conflict, Ukraine's defense industry has surged from $1 billion to $35 billion in production, with nearly all drones and 40% of front-line arms now made domestically (Kyiv Independent). Meanwhile, India has launched a global diplomatic outreach initiative post-Operation Sindoor, dispatching all-party delegations including opposition leaders, though Congress has criticized the BJP for selectively excluding its nominees (The Hindu). These news summaries were written using AI technology. While every effort has been made to ensure factual accuracy, occasional mistakes or omissions may occur. Your understanding is appreciated, and we warmly welcome any feedback to help us continue improving the quality of our reporting. Thank you for being part of our journey!