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Rajasthan rue poor bowling as mid-season slump deepens in IPL
Rajasthan's bowling performance contributed to their deepening mid-season slump in the Indian Premier League. The team's performance has declined in recent matches.
11 injured, taken to hospitals after boat explosion near Miami
A boat explosion near Miami injured 11 individuals.
Frontier plane kills pedestrian during takeoff, passengers evacuated after engine fire
A Frontier Airlines plane struck and killed a pedestrian during takeoff. The aircraft experienced an engine fire. Passengers were evacuated from the plane following the incident.
Rhun ap Iorwerth Breaks Labour’s Dominance in Wales
Rhun ap Iorwerth led his party to the most seats in the Welsh Parliament. This ended Labour's long-standing dominance in Wales. He previously worked as a journalist. Rhun ap Iorwerth, a former journalist, led his party to the most seats in the Welsh Parliament, ousting the Labour Party, which had long held sway, and beating Reform U. K.
‘Those 168 in Minab were children too’: Iran targets White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt
Iran targeted White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt.
With closure of Strait of Hormuz, Caspian Sea is the alternative route between Russia and Iran
The Caspian Sea offers an alternative trade route between Russia and Iran.
‘Missiles, drones locked on US targets’: Iran’s fresh threat to US as peace talks are stalled
Iran stated missiles and drones are prepared to target United States interests. This threat comes as diplomatic efforts to resolve ongoing conflicts have stalled. The nation has also warned of further actions.
Iran-US ceasefire holds amid fresh Strait of Hormuz tensions; Bahrain arrests dozens over alleged
Iran and the United States maintained a ceasefire. This occurred amidst new tensions in the Strait of Hormuz. Bahrain arrested dozens of individuals. They were accused of alleged involvement in related activities.
Israeli drone strikes near Beirut kill four; southern airstrikes claim at least 13 lives
Israeli drone strikes near Beirut killed four people. Southern airstrikes resulted in at least 13 additional fatalities. Hezbollah had previously fired explosive drones into Israel, wounding three soldiers. The Israeli military said Hezbollah fired explosive drones into Israel near the border with Lebanon adding that three soldiers were wounded, one of them seriously, in one of the attacks.
What is a power nap? Why South Korea held a nap contest amid sleep crisis
South Korea hosted a nap contest. This event highlighted a national sleep crisis. The contest explored the concept and benefits of power naps.
‘Watching us is like watching a cousin’: the online creators reshaping Africa’s news ecosphere
Online creators are reshaping Africa's news landscape. Amahle-Imvelo Jaxa's TikTok video explained a dispute between South African and Rwandan presidents. This reflects a shift in news consumption habits across the continent. Africa is leading a change in news consumption habits – and transforming the lives of current affairs enthusiastsLast year Amahle-Imvelo Jaxa posted a TikTok video about South African peacekeepers in the Democratic Republic of the Congo.
Guardian reporter and colleagues detained and beaten by Somali police
Somali police detained and beat Guardian reporter Mohamed Bulbul and two colleagues in Mogadishu. They were arrested after covering a woman's allegations of torture in prison. The journalists were reportedly beaten with pistols.
EAM Jaishankar hands over India-assisted agro-processing facility in South Trinidad
External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar inaugurated an India-assisted agro-processing facility in South Trinidad. This visit is part of his three-nation tour to enhance India's engagement with Caribbean nations. S. Jaishankar arrived in Port of Spain from Paramaribo on May 8 on the concluding leg of his three-nation tour of Jamaica, Suriname, and Trinidad and Tobago, aimed at deepening India’s engagement with the Caribbean nations.
Indian-origin trans candidate without permanent UK visa elected to Scottish Parliament
An Indian-origin trans candidate was elected to the Scottish Parliament.
Sabalenka exits Rome with injury concern ahead of French Open
Aryna Sabalenka exited the Rome tournament early due to an.
Who is Péter Magyar, the man who ended Viktor Orbán’s 16-year rule in Hungary
Péter Magyar has emerged as a significant political figure in Hungary. He is credited with challenging and potentially ending Viktor Orbán's 16-year tenure as prime minister. Magyar's rise signals a notable shift in Hungarian politics.
Greek minister says mystery drone from a 'foreign state'
A drone found off the Greek island of Lefkada may belong to Ukraine. A Greek minister described the object as coming from a foreign state. Ukraine has acknowledged using drones against Russian oil tankers. A Greek military source said the flying robot, found this week off the island of Lefkada, may have been Ukrainian.
'Russia's scaled-down
Russia conducted a reduced military parade. The event featured fewer participants and equipment compared to previous years. This scaled-down display occurred on Victory Day.
South Korea welcomes rare baby bump as population shrinks
South Korea registered a rare increase in its birth rate.
Indonesian police arrest 321 foreigners in an operation to crack down on banned online gambling
Indonesian police apprehended 321 foreign nationals during an operation targeting illegal online gambling. The crackdown aims to dismantle and prosecute individuals involved in prohibited online betting activities. This operation reflects a broader effort to enforce regulations.
From baby carriers to Tamil books: How 4 Singapore mums built businesses for children
Four mothers in Singapore launched businesses catering to children. Their ventures include baby carriers, Tamil books, reusable dining mats, and sustainable clothing. These enterprises were inspired by their children and motherhood experiences. From babywearing products and Tamil learning tools to reusable dining mats for screen-free mealtimes and sustainable clothing, four Singapore mums have built businesses inspired by their children and experiences of motherhood – while balancing the demands of work and family.
Dozens killed in fresh attacks in central Mali: local, security sources
Dozens of people were killed in central Mali following attacks on May 8. The Al-Qaeda-linked Group for the Support of Islam and Muslims claimed responsibility for the violence. This follows similar attacks on May 6 that killed at least 30 people in nearby villages. Attacks on May 8 were claimed by the Al-Qaeda-linked Group for the Support of Islam and Muslims (JNIM), who had already killed at least 30 people in attacks on villages on May 6.
WHO chief heads to Tenerife to oversee Sunday arrival of hantavirus-hit ship
The Director-General of the World Health Organization, Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, traveled to Tenerife. He issued a plea for calm ahead of the arrival of the MV Hondius. The ship is reportedly carrying individuals affected by hantavirus. The Director-General of the World Health Organization (WHO), Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, has issued a direct plea for calm and solidarity to the citizens of Tenerife ahead of the scheduled arrival of the MV Hondius on Sunday.
Rubio defends new U.S. sanctions on Cuba, targeting military-run conglomerate GAESA
Senator Marco Rubio defended new United States sanctions against Cuba. The sanctions target GAESA, a conglomerate run by the Cuban military. GAESA was created in the 1990s to counter economic collapse and U. S. sanctions. Established in the 1990s under military control, GAESA was the Cuban Armed Forces' strategic response to the economic collapse that followed the Soviet Union's fall and the tightening of U.
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