As Iran crisis drags on, fears of global food catastrophe grow
While global food prices have risen modestly so far, the full impact of the conflict has yet to be felt, analysts say.
How the Cole Disaster Drove the U.S. to Develop New Warship Defenses – The New York Times
How the Cole Disaster Drove the U.S. to Develop New Warship Defenses The New York Times
Minnesota boy fighting for life after rescuing younger brother from creek
Ashkan Thibodeaux, five years old, saved his kid brother Wyatt after he fell into ‘icy water’ of creek they were exploring
A five-year-old Minnesota boy reportedly jumped into frigid water after his younger brother fell in on Easter Sunday to successfully rescue him – and has subsequently had to fight for his life at a hospital, a battle in which he is making steady progress, according to his family.
Ashkan Thibodeaux’s story, which has captured widespread attention in corners of the internet dedicated to spotlighting remarkable displays of bravery, began with exploring a creek in Minnesota’s Itasca county alongside his kid brother, Wyatt, on 5 April, his family and their supporters say.
Continue reading...Teenager charged with arson after attack on synagogue in London
Boy, 17, charged after footage showed bottle of liquid set alight and thrown through window of Kenton united synagogue in Harrow
A 17-year-old boy has been charged with arson after an attack on a synagogue in north-west London.
The teenager, a British national from Brent, north-west London, who has not been named because of his age, is due to appear at Westminster magistrates court on Tuesday.
Continue reading...EU expects positive decisions on 90 billion euro loan to Ukraine on Wednesday – Reuters
- EU expects positive decisions on 90 billion euro loan to Ukraine on Wednesday Reuters
- EU decides on key €90bn Ukraine loan after pipeline deadlock ends BBC
- Back on the E.U. Agenda: A $106 Billion Loan to Ukraine The New York Times
- Europe Today: Bettel, Marin speak exclusively to Euronews as Hungary’s Ukraine loan veto nears end Euronews.com
- EU eyes Ukraine loan, Israeli settler sanctions, after Hungarian election Al Jazeera
My dreams in Iran were already dead before the ceasefire came
The bombs have stopped falling for now. But the damage is done, and my life has been wrecked.
Rebel Wilson labelled ‘nuts’ by PR team she allegedly hired to attack colleague, court hears
Wilson is being sued for defamation by actor Charlotte MacInnes over social media posts alleging a sexual harassment complaint
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Rebel Wilson was labelled “nuts” by a PR team she allegedly hired to create websites attacking a co-producer of her directorial debut, a court has heard.
The Pitch Perfect actor directed, co-produced and acted in The Deb, a musical comedy set in rural NSW that remained unreleased for two years due to legal disputes.
Continue reading...Japan Scraps Most Curbs on Weapons Exports in Historic Shift Since World War II – Bloomberg
- Japan Scraps Most Curbs on Weapons Exports in Historic Shift Since World War II Bloomberg
- Japan to Sell More Weapons Abroad, Breaking With Postwar Pacifism The New York Times
- Japan Abandons Ban on Weapons Exports in Latest Shift from Postwar Pacifism Democracy Now!
- Japan loosens arms export rules in break from post-WW2 pacifism BBC
- Japan lifts ban on lethal weapons exports in major shift of pacifist policy Al Jazeera
‘The witches are back’: first look at Practical Magic 2 as Sandra Bullock and Nicole Kidman return for spooky sequel
The Kissing Booth’s Joey King and Game Of Thrones’ Maisie Williams star alongside the original cast members as the next generation of the cursed Owens family
The midnight margaritas are officially back on the menu. Within 24 hours of its debut, the first official teaser for Practical Magic 2 has surged into the Google Trends top 10, attracting millions of views and signalling an enthusiastic appetite for the return of the Owens family and all things witchy.
Academy Award winners Sandra Bullock and Nicole Kidman will return as sisters Sally and Gillian, with Kidman sharing a video of her and her fellow star on set last year, captioned: “The witches are back”.
Continue reading...Pope Francis revealed: His final days, intimate friends and a legacy to keep – National Catholic Reporter
- Pope Francis revealed: His final days, intimate friends and a legacy to keep National Catholic Reporter
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- Pope Leo pays tribute to Pope Francis on the anniversary of his death AP News
- Pope Leo offers thanks for 'great gift' of Francis, one year on from his death Reuters
- Remembering Pope Francis: 9 moments that defined his legacy EWTN News
Japan loosens arms export rules in break from post-WW2 pacifism
This clears the way for Japan to sell weapons to more than a dozen countries.
US, Iran exchange threats as fragile ceasefire set to expire
The US and Iran trade threats as tensions escalate between the countries before their two-week ceasefire ends.
Tennis duo Sabalenka and Alcaraz sweep top Laureus sports honours
Barcelona's Yamal bags Young Sportsperson of the Year accolade a year after winning the Breakthrough award in 2025.
New Zealand Declares Emergency in Capital After It Was Battered by Torrential Rain – The New York Times
- New Zealand Declares Emergency in Capital After It Was Battered by Torrential Rain The New York Times
- Body of New Zealand man swept away by floods found, as Wellington recovers after widespread damage The Guardian
- Some residents in New Zealand's capital urged to evacuate due to further flood risk Reuters
- An ‘ordinary’ storm with extraordinary impacts: what made Wellington’s deluge so intense? The Conversation
- Local state of emergency ends for Hutt City Council, residents urged to remain alert NZ Herald
Virginia redistricting vote: What polls suggest and what voters will decide
The race is tight, and a win could result in more seats in Congress for the Democrats.
Mughal-era pigeon training survives in heart of India’s capital
Pigeon-keeping remains a therapeutic and communal escape for Delhi residents amid the city's chaos and demands.
Trump’s Board of Peace holds Gaza reconstruction talks with UAE’s DP World
Israel has killed more than 700 people in Gaza since last year's US-brokered 'ceasefire'.
US positive on Iran deal but talks still uncertain as ceasefire end nears – Yahoo
- US positive on Iran deal but talks still uncertain as ceasefire end nears Yahoo
- Iran War Live News Updates: U.S. Forces Board Tanker Amid Uncertainty Over Talks WSJ
- US forces board a sanctioned oil tanker in the Indian Ocean, the Pentagon says AP News
- US military intercepts sanctioned M/T Tifani ship linked to Iranian smuggling The Jerusalem Post
- U.S. Forces Board Iran-Linked Crude Tanker WSJ
Iran war: What is happening on day 53 of the US-Israel conflict?
Diplomatic efforts to end the US-Israel war on Iran are stalled as Tehran rejects talks under pressure.
New Zealand Prime Minister Luxon survives party leadership vote months before election – AP News
- New Zealand Prime Minister Luxon survives party leadership vote months before election AP News
- Poll shows falling support for New Zealand National Party and Prime Minister Luxon Reuters
- New Zealand prime minister survives confidence vote Australian Broadcasting Corporation
- Luxon lives on as leader. Public perception is a tougher challenge The Conversation
- Embattled New Zealand prime minister survives leadership vote and blames media for ‘soap opera’ The Guardian