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News24 | Iran conflict may have motivated Trump dinner shooting suspect, US intelligence report finds The US Department of Homeland Security identified the US-Israeli war with Iran as a potential motive for the ‌man accused of attempting to assassinate President Donald Trump and senior members of his administration ⁠at a White House reporters’ gala last month, according to an intelligence report sent to state and local law enforcement nationwide and ⁠other federal agencies.

Dutch woman who died from hantavirus had boarded KLM flight in Johannesburg: Airline A 69-year-old Dutch woman who recently died from a hantavirus infection spent some time onboard a KLM aircraft in Johannesburg, South Africa, before she was sent to the local hospital where she die

Breda opens first fully smoke-free city park in the Netherlands Breda has achieved a national first with the opening of Seeligpark on Wednesday by introducing the first fully smoke-free urban park in the Netherlands.

ASEAN leaders under pressure to address economic fallout of Iran conflict ASEAN leaders under pressure to address economic fallout of Iran conflict

Capsule toys capture overseas visitors in Japan's latest cultural craze Capsule toys capture overseas visitors in Japan's latest cultural craze

Karasu: We now want to carry out the struggle through democratic political means KCK Executive Council Member Mustafa Karasu stated that significant changes have taken place in Turkey following Öcalan’s February 27, 2025 call. He said that, at the current stage, they want to carry out the struggle through democratic political means.

SDF announces the martyrdom of TOL Commander Gênco Gundik Announcing that TOL Commander Gênco Gundik had fallen as a martyr in January, the Syrian Democratic Forces extended condolences to his family and to the families of all freedom martyrs, and pledged commitment to their sacrifices.

News24 | ‘SA not xenophobic’: Magwenya urges African states to confront reasons why people leave President Cyril Ramaphosa’s spokesperson, Vincent Magwenya, says Africa needs to confront the root causes of high levels of migration, including conflict and misgovernance, instead of simply condemning South Africa over allegations of xenophobia.

News24 | PODCAST | The Lead: A textbook case of a problematic state publishers' deal? Seasoned broadcast journalist Graeme Raubenheimer brings you The Lead, News24’s definitive podcast for in-depth reporting.

News24 | ANC still has Tolashe’s back; Treasury’s line in the sand for Joburg: Today’s top 7 stories News24 brings you the top stories of the day, summarised into neat little packages. Read through quickly or listen to the articles via our customised text-to-speech feature.

News24 | Iran says Strait of Hormuz passage to be ensured after US pauses operation Safe ⁠transit ⁠through the Strait of Hormuz will be ⁠ensured as the United States threats end and with new procedures in place, the navy of Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps said, after the US said it was pausing ⁠operations to help ⁠stranded ships pass through the waterway.

Everest permits steady but revenue climbs to record Fee hike drives historic earnings. The season is marked by icefall danger, drone controversy and high-profile summit bids.

US and Iran closing in on memo to end war, sources say In an early morning social media post, US President Donald Trump gave no details of any specific proposal but said the war could end if “Iran ‌agrees to give what has been agreed to”.

Investment surges at Simara SEZ after land rent cut Nearly a dozen new industries under construction as revised rates attract domestic and foreign investors; over 1,000 jobs expected once operational.

Nepal plans to cut federal ministries to 17 Proposal to streamline federal structure by reducing ministries from 21 to 17 aims to cut administrative costs, improve efficiency, and reshape governance.

Meta seeks to fend off EU order to allow rival AI chatbots on WhatsApp at hearing Meta’s request for Tuesday’s closed hearing came ‌after the European Commission last month sent the tech giant an additional charge sheet outlining its plan.

Choreography of chaos, mediocrity of middle class History shows that highly competitive exams and credentialed officials do not necessarily prevent institutions from becoming persistently underperforming sclerotic husks.

How an ocean cruise turned into a hantavirus nightmare About 150 passengers remain stranded on M/V Hondius off Cape Verde as suspected hantavirus outbreak claims three lives and leaves authorities blocking evacuation amid growing health concerns.

Men at Work faz show em SP com hits dos anos 80 e clima de karaokê

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Ordinances’ longevity rests on opposition parties who dominate upper house The ruling Rastriya Swatantra Party has no representation in the upper house, which the government’s eight ordinance must pass to remain in effect.

Dozens of Italian figures, including senators, parliamentarians, trade unionists, academics, and lawyers, called on the Council of Europe’s Committee of Ministers to recognize Öcalan’s “right to hope.”

NATO is coordinating with the US regarding a decision to reduce 5,000 American troops stationed in Germany following US-German leadership discussions. An Iranian military camp official has suggested the possibility of renewed military conflict between Iran and the United States.

US carmakers' China balance: cooperate abroad, protect turf at home

Somalia’s Election Standoff and New Inflection Point

Türkiye Charts a Distinctive Course amid Middle East Turmoil Much is at stake for Türkiye, a growing regional power, amid the shaky truce in the U.S.-Israeli war with Iran. It will face new risks and opportunities in the post-war dispensation. For now, it wants to help end the confrontation as soon as possible. 

Casio's $600 lacquerware calculator pushes the right buttons with consumers Casio's $600 lacquerware calculator pushes the right buttons with consumers

Six poison dart frogs found in Schiphol Airport bathroom during customs check Six poison dart frogs were discovered in a departure hall bathroom at Schiphol Airport last week after a passenger noticed one of them and raised the alarm with customs.

Um ataque ucraniano contra edifícios residenciais na cidade fronteiriça russa de Bryansk deixou 13 pessoas feridas, incluindo uma criança, informou o governador regional, Aleksandr Bogomaz, nesta quinta-feira (7, data local).

Lebanon’s Uneasy Truce

O 1º tenente Gedilson José de Lima Santos, de 45 anos, morreu no domingo (3) após ser internado em razão de queimaduras ocorridas enquanto fritava peixe em casa em Araguaína, no Tocantins. Ele ficou mais de um mês internado.

O Corinthians ficou mais perto das oitavas de final da Copa Libertadores de 2026 ao arrancar um empate em 1 a 1 contra o Santa Fe em Bogotá, com um gol nos últimos instantes, resultado que o mantém na liderança do Grupo E.

Jihadist and Separatist Rebels Gain Ground in Mali

دونالد ترامپ یک روز پس از متوقف کردن عملیات موسوم به «پروژه آزادی» در تنگه هرمز به خبرنگاران گفت که ایران با تحویل موادغنی‌شده خود و دست نیافتن به سلاح هسته‌ای «موافقت کرده» است؛ ادعایی که ایران آن را تایید نکرده است اما مسعود پزشکیان به امانوئل مکرون گفته هرگونه توافقی باید با تضمین ترک مخاصمه و پایان محاصره دریایی ایران همراه شود. در همین حال، سنتکام از حمله به یک کشتی با پرچم ایران با هدف توقف حرکت آن خبر داده و اسرائیل با حمله به جنوب لبنان مدعی هدف قرار دادن یک فرمانده حزب‌الله شده است.

O Toluca se tornou o segundo finalista da Liga dos Campeões da Concacaf nesta quarta-feira (6) ao golear o Los Angeles FC por 4 a 0, jogando em casa, na partida de volta da semifinal, no México.

A proposta do governo de elevar a mistura obrigatória de etanol na gasolina para 32% provocou reação da indústria automotiva, que acionou o governo para apresentar suas preocupações técnicas com a mudança, além de cobrar testes sobre os efeitos dessa elevação em carros e motocicletas.

Os Centros de Controle e Prevenção de Doenças dos Estados Unidos (CDC, na sigla em inglês) minimizaram nesta quarta-feira (6) qualquer ameaça interna pelo surto de hantavírus em um navio de cruzeiro no qual há muitos passageiros americanos.

Mitsubishi Heavy wants bigger bang for its buck to match GE Vernova, Siemens Mitsubishi Heavy wants bigger bang for its buck to match GE Vernova, Siemens

Kyoto University to seek 5-year extension of iPS cell patent Kyoto University to seek 5-year extension of iPS cell patent

New coronavirus found in Thailand may be able to infect people: study New coronavirus found in Thailand may be able to infect people: study

Swiss energy company chief casts doubt on nuclear renaissance Swiss energy company chief casts doubt on nuclear renaissance

Soaring aluminum, plastics prices push up costs for auto parts makers Soaring aluminum, plastics prices push up costs for auto parts makers

Trump administration looks to ease memory chip crunch with supply chain bloc Trump administration looks to ease memory chip crunch with supply chain bloc

Toyota to use hydrogen-powered trucks for US auto shipments Toyota to use hydrogen-powered trucks for US auto shipments

CK Hutchison to sell VodafoneThree stake for $5.8bn CK Hutchison to sell VodafoneThree stake for $5.8bn

Moody's readies stablecoin ratings as Asian market takes shape Moody's readies stablecoin ratings as Asian market takes shape

Grab to accelerate EV rollout as fuel prices rise Grab to accelerate EV rollout as fuel prices rise

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Podcast episode discussing celebrity appearance at Gas Motor Show and automotive manufacturers' (Hyundai, Toyota, Chery) plans to address poor NCAP Global crash-test safety ratings.

News24 | CNN founder Ted Turner dead at 87 Ted Turner, who transformed television news with the creation of CNN in 1980, has died at the age of 87, the network said Wednesday.

News24 | Three alleged ATM robbers killed after a 2-hour shootout with cops in Mahikeng Three people have been killed during a shootout with police in Mahikeng.

News24 | US Secretary of State Marco Rubio ‘has simply chosen to lie’ about oil blockade, says Cuba Cuba accused US Secretary of State Marco Rubio of lying when he denied that the United States was carrying out an oil blockade on Cuba.

O Irã deve responder aos mediadores a proposta dos Estados Unidos para encerrar o conflito nesta quinta-feira (7), segundo informou a rede de TV americana CNN.

Eleição na Califórnia destaca preocupações de todos os EUA

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Lula se irrita com PT, falta a eventos e cobra estratégia pré-eleitoral

Professor é detido em Israel por usar quipá com bandeira da Palestina

Radboudumc gives first-ever experimental T-cell therapy to pancreatic cancer patient For the first time in the world, Radboudumc has treated a patient with pancreatic cancer using a new experimental immunotherapy that genetically modifies the patient’s own immune cells to recognize

People are a 'bottleneck' to AI-led efficiency gains: LY chair People are a 'bottleneck' to AI-led efficiency gains: LY chair

Honda to shelve $11bn Canada EV plant as demand sputters Honda to shelve $11bn Canada EV plant as demand sputters

UAE bets big on AI education to move into post-oil future UAE bets big on AI education to move into post-oil future

TikTok gets nod from Thailand for $26bn data center plan TikTok gets nod from Thailand for $26bn data center plan

Asian markets rally as Trump signals optimism for Iran deal Asian markets rally as Trump signals optimism for Iran deal

Singapore needs harsher penalties for money laundering: watchdog Singapore needs harsher penalties for money laundering: watchdog

Japan seeks more involvement in Angola oil, minerals during Africa tour Japan seeks more involvement in Angola oil, minerals during Africa tour

Iran Crisis Monitor #4 In this weekly update, Crisis Group experts take stock of developments in the Middle East war and the progress of efforts to end it.

Indonesia's 5.61% Q1 growth hides weak fundamentals, economists warn Indonesia's 5.61% Q1 growth hides weak fundamentals, economists warn

دونالد ترامپ در جدیدترین اظهارات خود گفت که تهران با تحویل موادغنی شده خود و نداشتن سلاح هسته‌ای موافقت کرده است. این در حالی است ایران این ادعاها را تایید یا تکذیب نکرده است. بنیامین نتانیاهو، نخست وزیر اسرائیل هم گفته «مهمترین هدف، خارج کردن تمام مواد غنی‌شده از ایران و برچیدن قابلیت‌های غنی‌سازی ایران است.» اسرائیل، اعلام کرد که ارتش این کشور پس از حمله به بیروت، یکی از فرماندهان ارشد حزب‌الله لبنان را هدف قرار داده است. دونالد ترامپ ساعاتی پیش گفت عملیات نظامی آمریکا پایان خواهد یافت «اگر ایران با آنچه مورد توافق قرار گرفته، موافقت کند.»

نتنياهو يقول إن إسرائيل استهدفت قائداً كبيراً في حزب الله في بيروت، ورئيس البرلمان الإيراني محمد باقر قاليباف يقول إنه لا يستبعد وقوع هجوم عسكري

Interpol denies issuing red notice against Deuba couple It seeks details on the specific charges and the current stage of the investigation.

Mehmet Turkmen placed in solitary confinement BIRTEK-SEN Chair Mehmet Turkmen was reportedly put in a cell in Antep E-Type Prison after speaking out about harsh conditions and ill prisoners.

Suzan Akipa: Urgent ‘right to hope’ reforms needed Suzan Akipa said Turkey has failed to act on the ‘right to hope’ despite ECtHR rulings, calling it “clear and systematic unlawfulness” and urging immediate legal reforms.

Economic crisis hits from markets to book trade The deepening crisis in Diyarbakır shows rising prices and falling purchasing power are pushing both citizens and traders into the same deadlock.

Peace Mothers to visit parties in Parliament and convey their demands The Peace Mothers will visit political parties with parliamentary groups on May 7–8 as part of the “Peace and Democratic Society Process.”

More than 60 students graduate from the University of Kobanê The University of Kobanê held a graduation ceremony for the first group of students completing their bachelor’s degrees for the 2025–2026 academic year under the slogan: “Knowledge is selfhood, selfhood is existence.”

Popular resistance against geothermal project in Varto continues In Varto, the local people are continuing their protest against a planned geothermal project. A permanent vigil has been maintained for days at the planned drilling site. Residents aim to prevent the work and are calling for broad support.

Mazloum Abdi and Ilham Ehmed meet with displaced people from Serêkaniyê Mazloum Abdi, General Commander of the SDF, and Ilham Ehmed, Co-Chair of the Autonomous Administration’s Foreign Relations Department, met with a delegation from the Serêkaniyê Displaced Persons Committee and discussed the latest developments.

What the Movement Leadership meeting showed If Öcalan becomes an official interlocutor and attains the conditions to work freely, then it will be seen that the Turkish state has the will for a solution, and the process will accelerate.

Sozdar Avesta: Everyone must take responsibility KCK Executive Council Member Sozdar Avesta emphasized that while the Freedom Movement has taken historic steps over the past year, everyone must take responsibility for the process to succeed.

Daniela Patti: Öcalan’s freedom and status are decisive for the success of the process Daniela Patti, Co-President of the Volt Party, szidd that the steps taken by the PKK and Abdullah Öcalan demonstrate a strong will for peace.

Surdaş Camp targeted once again Surdaş Camp in Sulaymaniyah was targeted last night by two armed drones (UAVs). It is not known whether there were any casualties.

Life in Oglakli depoliticized through drugs and exploitation Oglakli TOKI housing in Diyarbakir is being reshaped by drugs, prostitution and organizing activities by radical Islamist groups.

UK revives Sykes-Picot strategy in Middle East The UK is expanding its military and strategic presence in the Middle East to protect its energy interests.

PJAK supports the Peace Mothers’ call against executions in Iran PJAK expressed its support for the call made by the Peace Mothers against the execution of political prisoners by the Iranian regime and called on all forces to support this appeal.

DFG report: Rights violations against journalists in Turkey continue A report by the Dicle Fırat Journalists Association (DFG) documents numerous attacks, investigations, and prison sentences against media workers in April. The organization describes this as systematic pressure on press freedom and freedom of expression.

Bakırhan proposes “Peace Monitoring and Follow-up Council” under the roof of parliament DEM Party Co-Chair Tuncer Bakırhan proposed a “Peace Monitoring and Follow-up Council” under the roof of parliament, calling for concrete legal steps for a democratic solution to the Kurdish question.

News24 | Thursday’s weather: Snow in Eastern Cape as heavy rain, strong winds persist in some parts Disruptive rain leading to widespread flooding is expected to persist in parts of the Western Cape and Eastern Cape, with damaging snow also forecast for the latter, according to the South African Weather Service.

News24 | SEE | Virus-hit cruise ship evacuees head to Europe A medical plane that left Cape Verde following the evacuation of a cruise ship hit by the hantavirus landed in Spain’s Canary Islands on Wednesday, while a second flight headed for the Netherlands.

News24 | Trump reminds Republicans it is still his party US President Donald Trump is demonstrating that he still holds a firm grip on Republicans despite sinking poll numbers and mounting unease over the Iran war - delivering a bruising primary-night display of political strength in the midwestern state of Indiana.

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News24 | UPDATE | Social worker killed as tree crushes parked vehicle in Knysna storm A 37-year-old woman died on Wednesday when a tree collapsed on her parked vehicle in Knysna amid severe weather conditions in the Garden Route.

News24 | Trump pauses ship escort in Strait of Hormuz, citing ‘great progress’ toward Iran deal US President Donald Trump said he would briefly pause an operation to help escort ships through the Strait of Hormuz, citing “great progress” toward a comprehensive agreement with Iran.

Fresh trouble in Janakpur as Janamat Party pulls the plug on provincial government The decision, directed by CK Raut, effectively splits the party into two factions.

Court extends remand of Bhatta, Agrawal by 12 days Both are currently in police custody in money laundering probe as the investigation into alleged financial irregularities continues.

Yarsagumba collection to open in Dolpa from May 24 for one month Authorities fix permit fees, tighten monitoring and safety measures.

President issues held ordinance, Parliament to convene on May 11 Government had resent Constitutional Council ordinance; allowing decisions by three members raises questions.

Sanskrit renaissance It needs to be revitalised as a socially inclusive tradition that invites critical inquiry.

Around 300 huts along Gandak Canal face eviction within 15 days Irrigation office issues notice to clear long-standing encroachments in Triveni Dham, warning legal action if structures are not removed.

Kailash-Manasarovar pilgrimage begins next week Advance bookings through Hilsa route have reached 5,000, say tour operators.

Iran foreign minister meets Chinese counterpart a week before Trump’s Beijing trip Araqchi’s visit, announced by state news agency Xinhua, ‌is his first trip to China since the US-Israeli war on Iran set off the most severe global oil supply shock in history.

Yarsagumba season empties schools in Jumla villages Some students earn up to Rs 150,000 from yarsagumba, and use it to buy books and pay for private tuition to make up for around two months of missed classes.

What is the hantavirus that killed three cruise ship passengers? The Andes strain of hantavirus, found largely in Argentina and Chile, is the only known variant that can spread through ​close, prolonged human-to-human contact.

Madhesh province government crisis averted for now Internal discord in Janamat Party and UML’s insistence on even brief leadership stalls coalition exit plan.

Shrestha elected FNCCI president FNCCI’s 60th general assembly finalises most office-bearers for three-year term. Vote count still continues in some categories.

Nepali voters have spoken. Is the media listening? The September uprising and its electoral aftermath have opened a window for the Nepali press to transform itself.

Prime Minister Shah calls constitutional council meeting for Thursday Thursday’s meeting is expected to discuss the appointment of the chief justice and other vacant posts in constitutional bodies.

A year into papacy, Leo finds his ‘clarion voice’ US-born pontiff marks first year in office with sharper global voice, key diplomatic meetings and packed travel schedule.

Cooperative fraud victims to begin receiving repayments from mid-May A revolving fund will prioritise small depositors first, with larger claims settled in phases as loan recoveries progress.

Trump pauses effort to escort ships in Strait of Hormuz, citing deal progress The strait has been virtually shut since the conflict began, blocking some 20% of world oil supplies and igniting a global energy crisis.

Cinema of demolition, echoing Nepal’s evictions Jia Zhangke’s ‘Still Life’ offers a stark portrait of displacement that resonates with the lived realities of squatters in Nepal.

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From self-doubt to five wickets: Gulshan Kumar Jha leads Nepal revival Backed by coaches despite a difficult run, the 20-year-old produces his finest ODI spell to spark Nepal’s push towards the League-2 top four.

Most mountainous districts including Humla report dengue cases this year As many as 66 districts report dengue cases before the start of monsoon. Experts term it concerning.

Humla sends severely malnourished children to Jumla for treatment The cases were found during the ongoing nationwide nutrition survey.

Beijing and the politics of cross-border militancy Security concerns and disputes have transformed the local Durand Line conflict into an open war.

Romanian government collapses after no-confidence vote Tuesday’s no-confidence motion garnered 281 votes, ​above the 233 needed to pass, the official parliamentary count showed.

Nepal secure dominant 81-run win over Oman in Cricket World Cup League-2 Aasif Sheikh’s 94 and Gulshan Jha’s five-wicket haul power Nepal to their first League 2 win over Oman in Kirtipur on Tuesday.

Nepal keeps protesting over Lipulekh. India and China keep ignoring it Despite a decade of diplomatic notes, two unyielding neighbours have kept returning the territorial dispute to square one.

Government recommends federal parliament session on May 11 The Cabinet meeting on Tuesday decides to summon both Houses and forwards the recommendation to the President.

Pant not feeling the price tag pressure in IPL, says coach Langer Monday’s six-wicket defeat to Mumbai Indians marked Lucknow's sixth ​consecutive loss, leaving them anchored to the bottom of the 10-team ​league and with playoff hopes in disarray.

Nepal post 257-run target as Aasif Sheikh anchors innings against Oman in Kirtipur Aasif’s 94 leads Nepal’s batting effort, but late collapse halts strong start in ICC League 2 clash.

President Paudel authenticates Constitutional Council ordinance The Head of State authenticates the resubmitted ordinance, despite earlier concerns.

Not a writer by choice but by circumstance Indu Tharu reflects on writing as resistance, shaped by history, identity and the fight for representation.

After Balkhu’s demolition, families have nowhere to go Squatter families scour the debris of their homes for belongings. Promised aid has yet to materialise.

Pakistan-UAE relations are unravelling. The offshoot is beneficial for India A lot is at stake for Pakistan as it gets pulled in all directions by its Gulf partners.

Slapstick comedy done right in ‘Grand Rehearsal’ At Mandala Theatre, an amateur troupe’s failed murder mystery becomes a well-crafted comedy, powered by chaos and strong performances.

Pleasant surprise as Karnali students get free textbooks at enrolment 2026 sees a departure from the years-old story of students in remote districts not getting textbooks.

IPO approval delays stall hydropower projects and disrupt capital mobilisation in Nepal This has left several projects, particularly in the hydropower sector, unable to meet financial commitments.

Historic opportunity to deliver justice to conflict victims The RSP government is well-positioned to conclude the transitional justice process.

Built in 68 days, broken in 26 The rise and fall of Sudan Gurung shows how information disorder can backfire on its own architects.

Pickleball courts pop up in Japan hotels and malls

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Workers who took to the streets on 1 May voiced their demands against labor exploitation, the deepening economic crisis, and precarious conditions, and said that the state must take steps for progress in the process toward resolving the Kurdish question.

Japan medical startups need more than tech to break into US: VC executive Japan medical startups need more than tech to break into US: VC executive

Japan moves toward exporting surplus destroyers to Philippines Japan moves toward exporting surplus destroyers to Philippines

How AI speeds 'kill chain' in US attacks on Iran

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EU moves to tighten crackdown on VAT fraud worth up to €32.8 billion a year EU finance ministers agreed on Tuesday to tighten efforts against VAT fraud across the bloc.

O Fluminense arrancou um empate no fim nesta quarta-feira (7) pela quarta rodada do Grupo C da Copa Libertadores de 2026 diante do Independiente Rivadavia, que se tornou a primeira equipe a se classificar para as oitavas de final do torneio, numa noite em que o goleiro Fábio bateu um novo recorde.

Planalto aposta em reunião com Trump para tentar isolar Flávio e reforçar papel de Lula

In the city of al-Bab, north of Aleppo, residents continue their protests against the demolition of homes and the seizure of land by the occupying Turkish state.

A Presidência da Coreia do Sul afirmou, nesta quinta-feira (7, data local), que continuará seus esforços de paz mesmo depois que o Norte modificou sua constituição para eliminar qualquer referência à unificação dos dois países.

Animal neglect cases in the Netherlands become more severe for third year in a row The Netherlands National Animal Welfare Inspection Service (LID) has reported that the severity of neglect cases has increased for the third consecutive year.

Government wins case to extend DigiD provider Solvinity contract despite U.S. takeover A court ruled on Wednesday that the government may extend its contract with

Dutch court releases three TikTok IS propaganda suspects, imposes social media ban A court in The Hague has ordered the release of three suspects on Friday who are accused of spreading Islamic State propaganda on TikTok. As part of their conditions, 21-year-old Faiez A.

Shrinking chocolate, cheese sauce with only 1% cheese among misleading product nominees It’s award season again, and Foodwatch has presented the nominees for its annual “Gouden Windei” award for most misleading product.

Bolle Jos's Father could face 7 months in prison for laundering €110,000 watch The Public Prosecution Service (OM) recommended 7 months in prison against Joseph Leijdekkers (71), the father of well-known fugitive drug trafficker Jos Leijdekkers, known as Bolle Jos,

China's role in enabling Iran's Shahed drone supply lines China's role in enabling Iran's Shahed drone supply lines

AI to power megadeals in global M&A despite Iran worries AI to power megadeals in global M&A despite Iran worries

Video game engines find new homes in construction and retail Video game engines find new homes in construction and retail

The rupee is eroding in value despite India's dramatic growth The rupee is eroding in value despite India's dramatic growth

Rice farmers in India, Vietnam and Thailand brace for fertilizer shock Rice farmers in India, Vietnam and Thailand brace for fertilizer shock

Chinese firms suspend US expansion as business climate worsens Chinese firms suspend US expansion as business climate worsens

Japan's startup ambitions collide with harassment concerns Japan's startup ambitions collide with harassment concerns

KCDP report: 26 women were killed in Turkey in April According to data from the ‘We Will Stop Femicide Platform’, 26 women were killed in Turkey in April, while 23 women lost their lives under suspicious circumstances.

Kurdish journalist Ahmet Güneş faces investigation over reports on Rojava An investigation has been launched against Ahmet Güneş, the managing editor of the newspaper Yeni Yaşam, after he shared reports about attacks on Rojava. Güneş describes it as an attack on press freedom.

Everest drone ban, which supposedly exposed geopolitical fault lines, lifted after five days Sudden suspension of Airlift Technology’s drone operations disrupted search efforts in Khumbu amid unexplained security concerns.

French archaeologist François Desset has succeeded in deciphering the Elamite script, which is known to be more than 4,000 years old and had long remained unsolved.

Hakan Öztürk said progress in the peace and democratization process will strengthen the socialist movement’s common struggle.

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CrowdStrike announces a new Shadow AI Visibility Service designed to provide organizations with enhanced monitoring and visibility into AI system deployments and shadow AI usage. The service aims to help enterprises identify and manage unauthorized or unmonitored AI tools within their infrastructure.

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Sipan Hemo, Deputy Minister of Defense of the Syrian transitional government, stated that the military integration process is continuing in stages and that restructuring efforts in the Eastern Region are ongoing.

In a statement on May 15, Kurdish Language Day, the Democratic Language Institutions said: “We call on all Kurds: Let us build our national unity around the Kurdish language; let us make every day a day and celebration of the Kurdish language."

Three death row prisoners were transferred from Orumiyeh Central Prison to undisclosed locations on 30 April. Their families have received no clear response from authorities amid concerns over imminent execution.

The term of Governor Tuncay Akkoyun, who was appointed as trustee in place of co-mayor Ahmet Türk, has been extended by two months.

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After drawing 3–3 with Iğdırspor, Amedspor became the second team to secure promotion to the Süper Lig following the final week of matches.

Middle East truce in peril as US and Iran struggle for control of vital waterway Iran’s parliament speaker, Mohammad Baqer Qalibaf, said breaches of the ceasefire by the US and its allies had ​endangered shipping through the Strait of Hormuz.

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China corporate earnings down for 3rd straight year China corporate earnings down for 3rd straight year

Thai cabinet approves plans to borrow $12bn to ease Iran war fallout Thai cabinet approves plans to borrow $12bn to ease Iran war fallout

India and Vietnam agree on defense, minerals, rare-earth ties India and Vietnam agree on defense, minerals, rare-earth ties

Nvidia's Jensen Huang says China should not have its most advanced chips Nvidia's Jensen Huang says China should not have its most advanced chips

Exclusive: China targets 70% advanced domestic silicon wafer use by 2026 Exclusive: China targets 70% advanced domestic silicon wafer use by 2026

India-Russia pact allows troops and warships on each other's soil India-Russia pact allows troops and warships on each other's soil

Japan's IHI, Mitsubishi Heavy race to train nuclear plant workers Japan's IHI, Mitsubishi Heavy race to train nuclear plant workers

Japan to buy another 20m barrels of UAE oil to bypass Hormuz blockade Japan to buy another 20m barrels of UAE oil to bypass Hormuz blockade

Japan's NYK Line plans shipping network in fast-growing East Africa Japan's NYK Line plans shipping network in fast-growing East Africa

Japan denies plans for extra budget as yen, bond markets remain volatile Japan denies plans for extra budget as yen, bond markets remain volatile

Japan's Asahi places global bet on beer-brewing byproducts Japan's Asahi places global bet on beer-brewing byproducts

Japan's moonshot nuclear fusion tech finds earthbound applications Japan's moonshot nuclear fusion tech finds earthbound applications

The debate over Mekong 'control' misses the point The debate over Mekong 'control' misses the point

Japan's Mirumi plush robots aim to go worldwide with cute glances Japan's Mirumi plush robots aim to go worldwide with cute glances

Did Japan raise yen intervention line to 157? Sharp volatility draws speculation Did Japan raise yen intervention line to 157? Sharp volatility draws speculation

US treasury secretary to discuss weak yen in Japan next week US treasury secretary to discuss weak yen in Japan next week

Japan's Itochu to invest $9.5bn, eyes retaking trading house 'triple crown' Japan's Itochu to invest $9.5bn, eyes retaking trading house 'triple crown'

Kabuki makes a comeback in Europe after hit film 'Kokuho' Kabuki makes a comeback in Europe after hit film 'Kokuho'

High-speed plastic fiber cables for AI centers headed for production by Japan company High-speed plastic fiber cables for AI centers headed for production by Japan company

Singapore power plan buoys Sarawak's green energy ambitions Singapore power plan buoys Sarawak's green energy ambitions

BHP Group rose 2.5% - 2.5σ above 30-day average (59.78 -> 61.28)

Silver rose 8.0% - 3.6σ above 30-day average (80.39 -> 86.83)

Copper rose 3.8% - 2.7σ above 30-day average (6.25 -> 6.49)

Coffee fell 2.9% - 2.6σ below 30-day average (289.70 -> 281.30)