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China eyes reshaping global order as US influence wanes As Washington pulls back from international institutions, Beijing is stepping up its diplomatic outreach while pursuing leadership roles in selected areas. Vienna swaps parking for green space Conscious of reaching climate goals and strapped for space, some cities are reconsidering how much they dedicate to parking. Vienna, Austria is streets ahead. Costa Rica: Conservative Laura Fernandez wins election Right-wing populist Laura Fernandez is set to become the Central American country's second female president. Her win came on the back of promises to crack down on rising drug-related crime. US withdrawal from WHO threatens Africa's health gains Reduced funding, weakened disease surveillance and disruptions to health programs are likely consequences of the United States' exit from the World Health Organization. Gaza: Rafah border crossing partially reopens The reopening between the Gaza Strip and Egypt is a key step in the ceasefire plan between Israel and the Palestinian militant group Hamas. Many ill Palestinians have been waiting to make the crossing for medical help. How Trump's 'piece of ice' Greenland remark echoes history The US president's curt description of Greenland recalls a pattern in which colonial authorities have sometimes classified land as "not used" or "uninhabited," overlooking Indigenous land relations and stewardship. China's space aircraft carrier: superweapon or propaganda? With Luanniao, China is promoting a giant space aircraft carrier as a new superweapon. Is it a vision for war in space — or science fiction? Mexico to send humanitarian aid to Cuba, Sheinbaum says The announcement comes after US President Trump said he asked the Mexican leader to suspend oil shipments to Cuba. Sheinbaum has warned of a major humanitarian crisis on the Caribbean island. Trump says Kennedy Center to close for 2 years for renovations Trump's announcement comes as the arts venue faces a series of event cancellations after Trump launched a forceful takeover of the center and added his name to its facade. How far will China go to back Iran if the US strikes? As tensions between Washington and Tehran remain high, China's role is under growing scrutiny. How far would Beijing go to support Iran — and where are the limits if conflict broke out with the US? Tens of thousands back Czech president amid cabinet dispute A large rally in Prague showed support for Czech President Petr Pavel, who accused the country's top diplomat of blackmail. The row centers on Pavel's refusal to appoint a controversial candidate as environment minister.