Israel Strikes Beirut for First Time Since Hezbollah Ceasefire

Smoke and flames rise above Beirut’s densely packed southern suburbs after a powerful airstrike, with dark clouds covering the skyline and damaged residential buildings visible in the foreground.

Israel Strikes Beirut for First Time Since Hezbollah Ceasefire Israel launched an airstrike on Beirut’s southern suburbs on Wednesday evening, marking the first strike on the Lebanese capital since the April 16 ceasefire with Hezbollah. The attack targeted Dahiyeh, a Hezbollah stronghold. The strike aimed at a commander from Hezbollah’s elite Radwan force. Israeli Prime … Read more

French Professor Invented a Fake Prize and Gave It to Himself

Image shows the Florent Montaclair’s Gold Medals of Philology

French Professor Invented a Fake Prize and Gave It to Himself French authorities are examining the case of a university professor who is accused of creating a fictitious prize in philology and awarding it to himself in a high-profile ceremony. Florent Montaclair, who taught for two decades at a university in Besançon, received the so-called … Read more

Vivek Ramaswamy wins Republican nomination

Vivek Ramaswamy at a campaign podium with Ohio flag backdrop, addressing supporters during an election night event.

Vivek Ramaswamy wins Republican nomination for Ohio governor COLUMBUS, Ohio Vivek Ramaswamy has secured the Republican nomination for Ohio governor after a decisive primary victory on May 5, 2026. The biotech entrepreneur, who previously ran for the Republican presidential nomination, defeated challenger Casey Putsch and now moves forward to the November general election. He is … Read more

Oil Prices Ease After US Pauses Project Freedom

Graphic showing falling Brent crude oil prices amid Iran tensions, with a chart, oil barrels, the Strait of Hormuz, an oil rig, and a photo of former President Donald Trump alongside text about the US pausing 'Project Freedom'.

Oil Prices Ease After US Pauses Project Freedom in Hormuz Operation Oil prices dropped in early Asian trade on Wednesday. The decline followed US President Donald Trump’s announcement to pause “Project Freedom.” The operation was aimed at guiding ships through the Strait of Hormuz. However, the pause signaled a possible shift in approach toward the … Read more

Putin and Zelenskiy announce rival ceasefires before Russia’s Victory Day

Image shows, Putin and Zelenskiy announce competing ceasefires ahead of Russia’s Victory Day.

Putin and Zelenskiy announce rival ceasefires before Russia’s Victory Day Russian President Vladimir Putin declared a two-day ceasefire for May 8 and May 9, which is linked to Russia’s Victory Day commemorations. The day marks the Soviet victory in World War Two and also remains a major national event in Russia. However, Ukrainian President Volodymyr … Read more

China fireworks factory blast in Hunan kills 26

Image shows a fire bridge engine running on the street of Hunan (China).

China fireworks factory blast in Hunan kills 26, Xi Jinping orders probe A blast at a fireworks factory in China’s Hunan province killed 26 people and injured 61 others. The incident took place at Huasheng Fireworks Manufacturing and Display Co. in Liuyang, a major fireworks production hub under Changsha. It happened on Monday at around … Read more

US Destroys Iranian Fast Boats Following Attack on UAE Fujairah Port

Image shows a American helicopter is chasing to Iranian fast boat in the Strait of Hormuz.

US Destroys Iranian Fast Boats Following Attack on UAE Fujairah Port Tensions in the Middle East have escalated sharply after the United States attacked fast Iranian boats in the Strait of Hormuz. This action came as Iran launched attacks on targets in the United Arab Emirates, including a key oil port of Fujairah. The incidents … Read more

Iran Warns US Over Hormuz as Trump Plans Ship Rescue

Iranian and U.S. naval forces face off in the Strait of Hormuz, with a bold headline warning of rising tensions.

Iran Warns US Over Hormuz as Trump Plans Ship Rescue Iran warned United States forces not to enter the Strait of Hormuz, escalating tensions in a key oil route. The warning followed remarks by Donald Trump, who said the US would help stranded commercial ships move safely. However, Iranian officials stressed that their armed forces … Read more

3 Dead in Suspected Hantavirus Outbreak on Cruise Ship

Cruise ship with virus graphic and small rat inset, indicating outbreak risk.

WHO : 3 Dead in Suspected Hantavirus on Cruise Three people have died after a suspected hantavirus outbreak aboard the cruise ship MV Hondius in the Atlantic Ocean, prompting a global health investigation. The World Health Organization (WHO) confirmed one infection, while several other suspected cases remain under review. The ship, carrying around 150 passengers, … Read more

BJP Secures Historic Election Victory on Modi’s Popularity

Map of West Bengal and Assam showing BJP election victories, with Modi’s portrait on the right.

Modi rides on new wave of popularity, as his party BJP mark Historic Election Win Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) secured major gains in state assembly elections whose results began emerging on Monday, marking a notable resurgence in eastern and northeastern India and reinforcing the party’s momentum ahead of the 2029 general … Read more