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- EU fears impact of Trump-Xi summit on rare earth supply chains
- German paediatrician faces 130 charges of sexual offences against children
- European Commission sends delegation to Budapest to unlock EU funds
- Trump Backs Pakistan as Iran Mediator Amid Graham’s Concerns
- Article on Hitler’s Rise to Power Unearthed in Lincolnshire Renovation
- Greece unveils Kasta Tomb restoration project linked to Alexander the Great
- Russia launches daytime drone attack on Ukraine, killing three civilians
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Financial Times - oil producers spring surprise output cut of more than 1mn barrels a day
Summary of the front page
The Financial Times splashes on the revelations from oil producing nations that they will be cutting back production by more than a million barrels a day.
According to the paper, the move has put Saudi Arabia on a “collision course” with the US as it attempts to boost prices.
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EU fears impact of Trump-Xi summit on rare earth supply chains
May 13, 2026
10:00 pm
European industries face significant challenges amid the upcoming Trump-Xi summit, with concerns that a potential US-China deal could prioritise American access to rare earths, leaving Europe vulnerable. As critical supply chains are manipulated, Brussels prepares for potential economic fallout and intensified competition with cheaper Chinese products.
German paediatrician faces 130 charges of sexual offences against children
May 13, 2026
7:00 pm
A 46-year-old paediatrician faces 130 charges of sexual offences against children, including rape, while working at the Havelland Clinic in Brandenburg, Germany. His arrest followed a complaint from a child’s mother. Authorities continue to investigate for potential additional victims.
European Commission sends delegation to Budapest to unlock EU funds
May 13, 2026
6:00 pm
The European Commission is sending a high-level delegation to Budapest next week to assess Hungary’s progress in unlocking €10 billion in EU recovery funds. Following a change in government, Budapest faces a tight deadline to meet conditions related to rule of law and anti-corruption reforms by August.
Trump Backs Pakistan as Iran Mediator Amid Graham’s Concerns
May 13, 2026
3:32 pm
Donald Trump has reiterated his support for Pakistan as a mediator in US-Iran relations, despite Senator Lindsey Graham’s distrust of Islamabad’s role. Trump praised Pakistan’s leadership for facilitating a recent ceasefire, while Graham raised concerns over military assets reportedly stationed in Pakistan to shield Iran from US attacks.
Article on Hitler’s Rise to Power Unearthed in Lincolnshire Renovation
May 13, 2026
3:00 pm
UK MORNING BRIEFING
Builders in Stamford uncovered a 1933 newspaper during a refurbishment this morning. The Daily Herald featured alarming headlines on Adolf Hitler’s regime, highlighting early reports of terror and political suppression in Germany.
Greece unveils Kasta Tomb restoration project linked to Alexander the Great
May 13, 2026
2:00 pm
Greece is restoring the Kasta Tomb, linked to Alexander the Great, covering over 20 acres and dating to the 4th century BC. The monumental project, overseen by Culture Minister Lina Mendoni, aims to reveal its historical significance and plans to open the site to the public in early 2028.
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