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What is hantavirus, suspected in deaths of three people on cruise ship?

World Health Organization says risk to the general public remains low despite suspected outbreak on the MV Hondius.

Why the United Nations is no longer fit for purpose

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Arsenal vs Atletico Madrid: Champions League – team news, start and lineups

The two sides, who have never lifted the trophy, renew their rivalry after the first leg of the semifinal finished 1-1.

Trump’s ‘Project Freedom’: Can US navy ‘guide’ stuck ships out of Hormuz?

Trump says US navy will free up ships stranded in the Gulf, but it remains unclear how the campaign will be implemented.

Homebridge 2.0 is here, and it speaks Matter

Homebridge, the popular software solution that allows you to integrate non-HomeKit devices like Ring cameras into Apple Home, is adding support for the Matter smart home standard.…

Yoshida Keisuke Drama ‘Mentor’ Lands at Kino Films for World Sales (EXCLUSIVE)

Japanese sales and distribution outfit Kino Films has taken on world sales rights for “mentor,” a film directed by Yoshida Keisuke. Two boys once triggered a…

GameStop is hungry for relevance. Is buying eBay the answer?

GameStop has offered to buy eBay, which has done a better job of adapting to changing consumer preferences.

Teenager Thomas stars on debut as century buries Sussex

Precocious display leaves visitors with mountain to climb on final day

Oil prices climb after disputed report of Iran strike on U.S. warship

Oil is off to a volatile start to the week on a disputed report of a strike on a U.S. Navy ship in the Strait of Hormuz.

Record cocaine seizure made by Spanish police

Police in Spain have made what they have said is a "record-breaking cocaine seizure in the Atlantic", as part of an ongoing crackdown on international drug trafficking.

‘Israel is not implementing the ceasefire agreement in Gaza’

‘Israel is not implementing the ceasefire agreement in Gaza’

‘We’re all worried the honey pot will run dry’: Does the U.S. government borrow from my Social Security to fund federal programs?

There are many suggestions floating around Washington D.C. on how to fix the program’s imminent funding issues.

‘Nawi,’ Exploring Child Marriage Through the Eyes of a Gifted Girl, Wins Big at Kenyan Film Awards

Among other honors, the movie was honored with the best film, best lead actress and the audience awards.

Carrick has the Ferguson magic, says Cunha

Manchester United forward Matheus Cunha believes interim boss Michael Carrick is the perfect man to reconnect the club to its trophy-laden past.

‘Star Wars’ Day: Fans Streamed Franchise for 33 Billion Minutes in 2025

The Force is strong with this one. In honor of “Star Wars” Day, Nielsen has shared some insights into people’s viewing habits around the beloved franchise, which…

Iran says it fired missiles at US warship to prevent it entering Hormuz

Iranian state media says two missiles have struck a US navy destroyer to prevent it entering the Strait of Hormuz.

Iranian Independent Filmmakers Association Hails New Oscar Rules in International Feature Category as ‘Major Victory’

The Iranian Independent Filmmakers Association (IIFMA) is hailing new rules announced on Friday by the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences pertaining to the international…

Ouster’s new color lidar is coming to replace cameras

A sensor that can simultaneously capture depth and image data has long been a "holy grail," Ouster CEO Angus Pacala told TechCrunch.

NATO chief says Europeans have ‘gotten the message’ from Trump on defence

The US president has accused some NATO countries of not doing enough to support the US-Israel war on Iran.

Berkshire Hathaway is now sitting on a record $397 billion in cash. And it’s not the only firm reluctant to invest in the stock market.

Berkshire Hathaway has added to a giant pile of cash, and sending a message for investors to be patient.

‘I always did the graveyard shift’: I worked for 54 years. Why on earth would I wait to claim Social Security at 70?

The Committee for a Responsible Federal Budget published a paper suggesting capping Social Security at $100,000 for a married couple.

The California wealth tax has a loophole—here’s how much billionaires could save

California’s billionaire tax has sparked an exodus of some of the state’s wealthiest residents. But for those who remain, there is one loophole that could help them to save…

Welcome to the Great American Satellite Age

A new generation of satellite startups in San Francisco is racing to capitalize on recent technological breakthroughs in space-based data collection and communications.

Former New York City mayor Rudy Giuliani in critical condition in hospital

The long-time champion of Trump and former New York mayor is in hospital, according to his spokesman.

Korea Box Office: ‘The Super Mario Galaxy Movie’ and ‘The Devil Wears Prada 2’ Lead Weekend

The South Korean box office saw a surge in activity during the weekend of May 1–3, as high-profile international sequels drove audience turnout. According to data from KOBIS, the…

The Best Star Wars Gifts for Everyone, From Padawans to Jedi Masters (2026)

These are the best Star Wars gifts in the galaxy for everyone, from Padawan fans to Jedi masters.

Iran warns US to stay out of Hormuz after Trump says US will ‘guide’ ships

President Trump says the US will begin Project Freedom on Monday to guide stranded ships through Strait of Hormuz.

Iran warns US Navy against entering Strait of Hormuz

Threat follows Donald Trump’s announcement that America would ‘guide’ stranded ships through waterway

Soldiers prepare for NATO deployment near Russian border with urban combat drills

Troops from the Royal Regiment of Scotland have been taking part in urban combat drills as they prepare to deploy to the Baltic states for a major NATO exercise.

GameStop makes unsolicited $56bn offer for eBay

Video game retailer offers $125 a share for resale web giant

Three dead after monster truck crashes into crowd

At least 38 people were injured when the vehicle ploughed into the crowd at a show in Colombia.

Crew of Iranian ship seized by US forces evacuated to Pakistan, gov’t says

Twenty-two crew members from the seized Iranian ship MV Touska have been transferred to Pakistan for repatriation.

Nicolas Sauvage is betting on the boring parts of AI

The portfolio he has assembled since 2019 is dotted with technologies that have become more widely interesting to VCs over the last year:

'Took the wind out of our sails' - Gillespie proud but disappointed after Kingsmen lose final

Hyderabad Kingsmen coach Jason Gillespie bemoans collapse of 4 for 2 with the bat but was proud of the early fight with the ball in the PSL final

‘Viva’: Aina Clotet Is a 40-Year-Old Consumed by the Need to Feel Alive in Her Feature Directorial Debut (Exclusive Cannes Critics’ Week Clips)

The Catalan actress, screenwriter and director plays Nora, who dives headfirst into passionate relationships with two very different men after coming face-to-face with death.

China Box Office: ‘Vanishing Point’ and ‘Cold War 1994’ Lead Rebounding May Day Weekend as ‘The Devil Wears Prada 2’ Debuts in Third

Zhonghe Qiancheng’s suspense thriller “Vanishing Point” claimed the number one position at the China box office in its opening weekend, earning RMB164.7 million ($24.2 million).…

Japan PM says Iran war oil crisis having ‘enormous impact’ in Asia Pacific

Sanae Takaichi makes comments during a visit to Australia, where she signs agreements on energy supplies.

BBC uncovers the scammers exploiting dogs to elicit donations from animal lovers

Unwitting donors hand over money to save suffering animals but Ugandan con artists pocket the cash.

All-round hero Hardie helps Babar Azam’s Peshawar Zalmi win PSL 2026

Hardie's 4 wickets and 56 runs help secure Peshawar's second PSL title with a five-wicket win over Hyderabad Kingsmen.

How to escape Russia’s army: Soldiers serving in Ukraine seek a way out

Russia's army faces a desertion crisis as it continues to use waves of soldiers to attack Ukraine's defensive positions.

Amish Tripathi Gets AI Avatar as Collective Artists Network Launches Indian History Slate (EXCLUSIVE)

India’s Collective Artists Network has built an AI-powered avatar of Amish Tripathi – one of the country’s bestselling authors – to anchor a new short-form content…

Kimura Taichi’s ‘Fujiko’ Wins Audience Award at Far East Film Festival

“Fujiko,” the second feature from Japanese director Kimura Taichi and produced by Megumi, took the Mulberry Audience Award at the 28th Far East Film Festival. The…

Fireworks in Milan as Inter clinch Serie A title with a 2-0 win over Parma

Inter Milan win their 21st Scudetto, edging Napoli, with three matches remaining in the Italian football league season.

Three dead in suspected virus outbreak on Atlantic cruise ship

The World Health Organization said one case of hantavirus infection had been confirmed, with five more suspected cases under investigation.

Detained Gaza aid flotilla activists arrive in Netherlands

Two activists from the Global Sumud Flotilla arrived in the Netherlands after being released from Israeli custody.

'Life is like a rollercoaster', but Babar proves he's still got it

"I have a firm belief that you get what is destined for you," Babar Azam says after playing a big role in Peshawar Zalmi's PSL 2026 triumph

Airlines slash flights as fuel shortage fears mount

Millions of seats cut as Middle East crisis throws global travel into disarray

America’s retail army now rules the stock market

Unbowed by the Iran war and other shocks, individual investors are buying their way to new heights of influence

How America’s retail army came to rule the stock market

Unbowed by the Iran war and other shocks, individual investors are buying their way to new heights of influence

Putin hunkers down for fear of assassination

Security around Russia’s president has tightened after Ukraine’s audacious drone attacks