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US employers defy economic shock from Iran war, add a surprisingly strong 115,000 jobs
The United States added 115,000 jobs in April, beating expectations, with the unemployment rate steady at 4.3 per cent.
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U.S. Fires on Iranian Tankers as Tehran Accuses Washington of ‘Reckless’ Attacks
The United States attacked Iranian targets after strikes on American ships, despite a proposed peace plan. The United States said it had attacked Iranian military targets in response to strikes on American ships.
US hopes for ‘serious offer’ from Iran today on latest proposal, despite exchange of strikes
US President Trump confirmed a ceasefire with Iran remains in place following an exchange of fire between the two countries. The situation escalated tensions, but Trump maintained that the ceasefire agreement holds.
US waiting on a response from Iran over proposals for ceasefire deal, says Rubio
US Senator Rubio says the US is waiting for Iran's response to proposals for a ceasefire deal. US waiting on a response from Iran over proposals for ceasefire deal, says Rubio The Guardian.
Tehran Accuses U.S. of 'Reckless' Attack in Strait as Trump Insists Cease-Fire Holds
Iran accused the US of a reckless attack in the Strait, despite Trump insisting a cease-fire holds. Iran Live Updates: Tehran Accuses U. S. of 'Reckless' Attack in Strait as Trump Insists Cease-Fire Holds The New York Times.
US fires on and disables 2 more Iranian tankers as tensions rise in the Strait of Hormuz
The US disabled two Iranian tankers in the Strait of Hormuz. US fires on and disables 2 more Iranian tankers as tensions rise in the Strait of Hormuz AP News.
Trump says ceasefire still in effect as Iran calls Strait of Hormuz attacks "point of no return"
US President Trump says a ceasefire remains in effect despite Iran calling the Strait of Hormuz attacks a "point of no return." Iran's statement suggests a fragile peace may be at risk.
South Africa’s top court revives impeachment inquiry against president
South Africa's top court has revived an impeachment inquiry against President Cyril Ramaphosa over a large sum of foreign currency stolen from his farmhouse in 2020. The scandal centres on a large sum of foreign currency stolen from President Cyril Ramaphosa’s farmhouse in 2020.
Israeli airstrikes kill five in southern Lebanon as Hezbollah rockets hit open areas in Israel
The UAE reported a drone and missile attack, challenging a ceasefire. Iran and the US had earlier traded fire, with President Trump dismissing the attacks as minor. Iran and U. S.
US job growth beats expectations but consumer confidence at all-time low
The United States added 115,000 jobs in April, beating expectations, while the unemployment rate remained steady at 4.3 per cent.
‘Make up their own minds’: Pentagon releases first tranche of UFO files
The US Pentagon has released the first batch of UFO files, following a February order from President Trump. Critics argue the move is a distraction from more pressing issues. US President Trump ordered the release in February amid renewed public interest; critics claim distraction.
Four Men Found Guilty of Haiti President’s Assassination
Four men have been found guilty of assassinating Haitian President Jovenel Moïse in July 2021. Moïse's killing sparked a years-long wave of gang violence and chaos in Haiti. President Jovenel Moïse, 53, was gunned down in his bedroom in July 2021.
Virginia Supreme Court strikes down Democrats’ redistricting plan in US
Virginia's Supreme Court has blocked the state's Democrats from implementing a new redistricting plan, handing Republicans a key victory before the midterm elections. Virginia's top court blocks redistricting plan, handing Republicans a key win before crucial midterm elections.
Putin acted with Xi’s blessing and weakened global security, analysts warn
Analysts warn Putin acted with Xi's blessing, weakening global security. Putin acted with Xi’s blessing and weakened global security, analysts warn mezha. net.
How real is a coup threat against Russia's president?
Vladimir Putin has increased security and reduced public appearances. Increased security around Vladimir Putin and a scaling back of public appearances have given rise to suspicions of a coup or assassination attempt.
Reform UK makes election gains, humiliating Labour
Reform UK made gains in the election, defeating Labour. Keir Starmer's Labour has suffered a humiliating defeat as the hard right makes sweeping gains.
Colombia's rogue hippos could find refuge in India
Colombia's invasive hippos may be relocated to India's wildlife reserve. In Colombia, a plan to cull Pablo Escobar's invasive hippos is challenged by an Indian billionaire's offer to relocate dozens of the animals to India's wildlife reserve instead.
Two Indian nationals onboard hantavirus-hit ship asymptomatic, under observation: Health Ministry
Two Indian nationals on a ship with hantavirus cases are asymptomatic and under observation. Eight probable cases of hantavirus infection have been reported onboard the vessel., the virus involved is the Andes strain of hantavirus, which is known to have limited capability of human-to-human transmission Three deaths have also been reported.
China Admits It Sent Experts To Pakistani Air Bases During Operation Sindoor
China sent experts to Pakistani air bases during Operation Sindoor, with 81 per cent of Pakistan's military hardware being Chinese. An overwhelming 81 per cent of Pakistan's military hardware is of Chinese origin.
U.K. PM Starmer says he won’t step down after Labour’s losses
Keir Starmer refuses to step down after Labour's election losses. I’m not going to walk away and plunge the country into chaos, says Keir Starmer, as he acknowledged the results were ‘really tough’.
Liverpool's Isak in contention for Chelsea game, says Slot
Liverpool's Isak may play against Chelsea,.
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