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Why is piracy rising off Somalia again . and is the Iran war responsible?
Four vessels were hijacked off Somalia in the past week, raising fears of piracy. At least four vessels have been hijacked in the past week or two, raising fears of a piracy resurgence.
Hezbollah adopts new weapon: Fibre-optic drones, used widely in war in Ukraine
Hezbollah is using fibre-optic drones, which are hard to jam, in the war. Fibre-optic drones have a thin cable that connects an operator directly to the drone, making it impossible to electronically jam.
US Prepping Iran Attack Again? 6,500-Tonne Munitions Sent To Israel In 24 Hours
The US sent 6,500 tonnes of munitions to Israel in 24 hours, amid Iran tensions. CENTCOM has prepared a new plan for a military action against Iran. US Prepping Iran Attack Again?
‘Will not call it a war’: Trump signals pressure on Iran, repeats tariff claim on India and Pakistan
US President Donald Trump signaled increased pressure on Iran and repeated his claim that India and Pakistan would pay tariffs. He declined to refer to the situation with Iran as a war. The comments came amid heightened tensions between the US and Iran.
What’s happening on day 63 as Trump signals possible attacks
Iranian President Hassan Rouhani called the US-led economic siege "intolerable" on day 63 of escalated tensions. US President Donald Trump suggested that war with Iran may resume. The situation remains volatile.
Trump backs FIFA letting Iran play at World Cup in US
FIFA confirmed Iran's participation in the upcoming World Cup, with matches to be held in the US. The decision came after months of uncertainty and campaigning. Iran will compete in the tournament as scheduled.
Iran war may cause food shortages in Africa, world’s largest fertiliser firm says
Yara International CEO Svein Tore Holsether warned that an Iran war could cause food shortages in Africa's poorest communities. He cited a potential global fertiliser auction that would leave them struggling.
Russian attack damages port infrastructure in Ukraine's Odesa region, governor says
Russia damaged port infrastructure and apartments in Ukraine's Odesa region, causing fires. Two high-rise apartment buildings were damaged in the attack, which wrecked apartments and caused fires, Mr. Kiper wrote on the Telegram messaging app.
The Venice Biennale jury resigns amid tensions over awards ban, Russian participation
The international jury of the Venice Biennale resigned amid tensions over Russia's participation and a decision to ban prizes for countries accused of crimes against humanity. The jury's resignation was a result of disagreements over the festival's policies.
Zelenskyy says he's seeking details of Putin's May 9 ceasefire proposal
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy is seeking details of a proposed short-term ceasefire in eastern Ukraine, put forth by Russian President Vladimir Putin. The proposal was discussed with US President Donald Trump. Zelenskyy aims to understand the terms of the ceasefire.
Russia's Tuapse Faces Toxic Aftermath Of Ukrainian Attacks On Refinery
Ukrainian forces have struck a refinery in Tuapse, Russia, causing a toxic aftermath. The strikes are part of Kyiv's intensified pressure on Russia in recent weeks. The strikes show Kyiv's plan to intensify pressure within Russia in recent weeks.
'Fix Your Broken Country': Trump Says German Chancellor Doing "Terrible Job"
Former US President Donald Trump has criticized German Chancellor Olaf Scholz for his handling of the Russia-Ukraine conflict. Trump urged Scholz to focus on resolving the crisis. Trump said Metz should focus on the Russia-Ukraine conflict.
Amid Koh-i-Noor remark, Mamdani facing criticism over ‘rude’ welcome to King Charles III
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani is facing criticism for a perceived lack of decorum during King Charles III's visit. A New York Post editorial board member accused Mamdani of lacking maturity and humility in his welcome for the British monarch.
First direct US-Venezuela flight in 7 years lands in Caracas
A direct flight from the US landed in Caracas, Venezuela, for the first time in seven years. This follows the US reopening its embassy in Caracas last month. The direct flight comes a month after the US formally reopened its embassy in Caracas following the kidnapping of President Nicolas Maduro in January.
Myanmar ex-leader Aung San Suu Kyi moved to house arrest, military says
Myanmar's military has moved Aung San Suu Kyi to house arrest. The Nobel Peace Prize laureate has been in detention since her ouster in a military coup in 2021. The Nobel Peace Prize laureate has been in detention since she was ousted in a military coup in 2021.
Violence in Australian town after arrest of man over girl's murder
Unrest occurred outside a hospital in an Australian town where a man suspected of murdering a five-year-old girl was being treated. The violence followed his arrest. Unrest took place outside hospital where man suspected of murdering a five-year-old girl was being treated.
Freight forwarders in Singapore see profits fall 20% as Middle East conflict drives up costs
Singapore's freight forwarders see profits fall 20% due to the Middle East conflict. Rerouted shipments and higher fuel prices squeeze margins, prompting some to introduce new fees. Rerouted shipments and higher fuel prices are squeezing margins, with some companies introducing new fees to stay afloat.
Urban farming providers in Singapore see rise in micro-garden demand
Demand for micro-gardens in Singapore rose, with some urban farming solution providers reporting a 30% increase. More schools, companies, and community spaces are hosting small gardens. More schools, companies and community spaces are hosting small gardens, with some solution providers reporting up to a 30 per cent increase in demand.
US Man Executed For Killing Brother's Teen Stepdaughter Nearly 50 Years Ago
A US man, 20-year-old Hitchcock, was executed for killing his brother's 14-year-old stepdaughter nearly 50 years ago. Hitchcock had moved into his brother's home weeks before the killing. Hitchcock, then 20 and unemployed, had moved into his brother's home weeks before the killing.
PM Wong pledges 'new and better' jobs as AI disrupts industries, transforms economy
Prime Minister Lawrence Wong pledged to create new jobs as AI disrupts industries. He said every worker will be protected. “We may not be able to protect every job. But we will protect every worker,” said Prime Minister Lawrence Wong.
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