- Trump’s Base Motives Emptywheel
- Trump shelved ‘Project Freedom’ after Saudis refused use of bases and airspace The Guardian
- Trump reportedly paused Hormuz op after Saudis denied use of airspace; US awaits Iran deal response The Times of Israel
- Saudis and Kuwait force Trump to end of Hormuz action; Israel razes Palestinian vineyards for settler road; Midterm updates Drop Site News
- Diplomatic anchor or strategic space for Iran: Saudi airspace becomes new challenge for Trump The Jerusalem Post
Up to 2cm a month: Nasa keeps track as Mexico City sinks into the ground – The Guardian
- Up to 2cm a month: Nasa keeps track as Mexico City sinks into the ground The Guardian
- One of the planet’s biggest cities is sinking so rapidly it’s visible from space CNN
- Mexico City is sinking up to 14 inches per year, satellite images show Space
- Mexico City Is Sinking. A Powerful NASA Satellite Just Revealed How Fast WIRED
- Mexico City is sinking so quickly, it can be seen from space AP News
Rwandan singer dies as he was being released from prison
The former university lecturer was a vocal critic of the government and ruling Rwandan Patriotic Front party.
Rwandan singer dies as he was being released from prison
The former university lecturer was a vocal critic of the government and ruling Rwandan Patriotic Front party.
Rosenberg: Russia’s Victory Day parade with no tanks a sign Ukraine war not going to plan
For the first time in nearly two decades, there will be no military hardware, just soldiers during Saturday's parade in Moscow.
Rosenberg: Russia’s Victory Day parade with no tanks a sign Ukraine war not going to plan
For the first time in nearly two decades, there will be no military hardware, just soldiers during Saturday's parade in Moscow.
Vatican stresses need for peace as Rubio meets pope amid strained relations
US secretary of state speaks with Leo and officials after tensions following attacks by Trump over Iran war
The Vatican has said it raised the “need to work tirelessly in favour of peace” in talks with the US secretary of state, Marco Rubio, who is in Rome on a trip widely regarded as an effort to ease tensions after Donald Trump’s repeated criticisms of Pope Leo.
Amid unprecedented strain on relations between the Holy See and Washington, Rubio was received by the pope on Thursday at the Apostolic Palace, before holding a series of meetings with Vatican officials
Continue reading...Ukraine Hits Russia’s Perm Refinery 1,500km Away – Again – Kyiv Post
- Ukraine Hits Russia’s Perm Refinery 1,500km Away – Again Kyiv Post
- A Ukrainian strike on a Russian oil hub causes catastrophe The Economist
- Oil Pumping Site Deep Inside Russia Could Be Ablaze, Image Shows Bloomberg.com
- Poisonous black rain falls in Russia as Ukraine strikes oil facilities The Washington Post
- Russian Offensive Campaign Assessment, May 3, 2026 Institute for the Study of War
Superdry co-founder James Holder jailed for rape
James Holder's victim told her attacker he took her "choice, dignity and body".
Superdry co-founder James Holder jailed for rape – BBC
- Superdry co-founder James Holder jailed for rape BBC
- Co-Founder of Superdry Fashion Brand Is Convicted of Rape The New York Times
- Popular fashion brand’s co-founder sentenced to 8 years for rape Syracuse.com
- Superdry co-founder James Holder jailed for eight years for raping woman The Guardian
- Superdry co-founder guilty of rape BBC
Police say man arrested over ‘intimidating behaviour’ near Andrew’s home – BBC
- Police say man arrested over 'intimidating behaviour' near Andrew's home BBC
- Ex-Prince Andrew Allegedly Threatened by Man in Ski Mask Near New Home in Sandringham People.com
- Man arrested near home of Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor The Guardian
- Man Arrested on Suspicion of Carrying Weapon Near Former Prince Andrew’s Home The New York Times
- Exclusive: Andrew threatened by balaclava-clad man The Telegraph
Why EU sees Chinese solar tech as a major security risk – DW.com
- Why EU sees Chinese solar tech as a major security risk DW.com
- EU recommends member states to not use Huwaei, ZTE in connectivity infrastructure Reuters
- EU funding ban on high-risk inverters, including Chinese suppliers, extends to BESS PCS ESS News
- Huawei and ZTE bans in Europe will trigger response, China warns Light Reading
- EU plan to phase out Chinese tech could cost bloc over $400 billion, Chinese study says Reuters
A rare ‘monster’ El Niño could emerge this summer. Here’s what that means for New England. – The Boston Globe
- A rare ‘monster’ El Niño could emerge this summer. Here’s what that means for New England. The Boston Globe
- New data reveals 100% chance of strong ‘Super’ El Nino forming this year FOX Weather
- Opinion | The New El Niño Might Make 2027 the Hottest Year on Record nytimes.com
- The upcoming El Niño could rival strongest in history. Here’s what it means for Florida WKMG
- A "super" El Niño is likely to form this year. Here's what could happen in Massachusetts. CBS News
Chinese-owned oil tanker hit near Hormuz as US pauses ship-protection plan, report says – Reuters
- Chinese-owned oil tanker hit near Hormuz as US pauses ship-protection plan, report says Reuters
- Attack on French Cargo Ship Highlights Continued Risks in Strait of Hormuz The New York Times
- One CMA CGM vessel hit in Strait of Hormuz, another exits Gulf Reuters
- US petrol prices hit highest level in years – as it happened The Guardian
- CMA CGM container ship attacked in Strait of Hormuz Seatrade Maritime News
China hands two former defence ministers suspended death sentences – Financial Times
- China hands two former defence ministers suspended death sentences Financial Times
- China gives suspended death sentences to two former defense ministers CNN
- Former China defence ministers convicted of corruption in latest purge of military leaders The Guardian
- Li Shangfu: China announces suspended death sentences for ex-defence ministers BBC
- China sentences former defence ministers to death with reprieve Reuters
Tensions high in West Bengal after BJP aide shot dead and hundreds arrested
Turmoil and violence rocks state after prime minister Narendra Modi’s party claimed victory in legislative election
Tensions have been high in the Indian state of West Bengal after a top political aide from Narendra Modi’s party was shot dead in the street and hundreds were arrested as violence broke out following elections this week.
The prime minister’s Bharatiya Janata party (BJP) claimed victory in the West Bengal elections on Monday, defeating Trinamool Congress (TMC), which had ruled over the state legislature for 15 years.
Continue reading...How worried should we be about hantavirus?
Some passengers potentially exposed to hantavirus have already taken flights to numerous countries.
Israeli military investigates soldier’s act against Virgin Mary statue in Lebanon – BBC
- Israeli military investigates soldier’s act against Virgin Mary statue in Lebanon BBC
- IDF soldier seen placing cigarette in Virgin Mary statue’s mouth in Lebanese village The Times of Israel
- Israel army investigating after soldier seen desecrating Virgin Mary statue in Lebanon Euronews.com
- Israeli soldier pictured desecrating Virgin Mary statue in Lebanon Middle East Eye
- Lebanese Christians offended as IDF soldier 'smokes' with Virgin Mary statue The Jerusalem Post
Oil Pumping Site Deep Inside Russia Could Be Ablaze, Image Shows – Bloomberg.com
- Oil Pumping Site Deep Inside Russia Could Be Ablaze, Image Shows Bloomberg.com
- A Ukrainian strike on a Russian oil hub causes catastrophe The Economist
- Ukraine Says It Hit Two Major Oil Refineries in Russia Overnight Bloomberg.com
- Oil refinery, depots, and more: General Staff reports strikes on key Russian targets Ukrinform - Ukrainian National News Agency
- Zelenskyy confirms strike on oil facility in Russia's Yaroslavl – video Українська правда
Fears of renewed Gaza war as Hamas disarmament talks stall
Israeli media reports suggest Israel is preparing to resume fighting because of the impasse in talks with Hamas.