As the country heads into Victory Day, the economy is stalling, internet restrictions are growing and the Kremlin is fearing Ukrainian attacks.

The two sides report responding to hundreds of drone attacks, just hours into a truce to cover celebrations of the Soviet Union's victory over Nazi Germany.

As fuel prices soar amid the Middle East crisis, Brussels warns airlines they cannot retroactively hike ticket prices — and says costly kerosene alone is no excuse for dodging passenger compensation.

The Reform UK leader said Labour is being ‘wiped out by Reform in many of their traditional areas’ as results paint a bleak picture for the prime minister2026 election results: latest from local, Scottish and Welsh votesWe’re getting statements from some of the political parties now as we wait for results.For the Conservatives, party chairman Kevin Hollinrake said:We have run an energetic and positive campaign, showcasing that we have a clear plan to get Britain working again and that we have the team to deliver it... We know that so soon after a historic general election defeat and contesting wards won during the Party’s polling highs, that this will be a difficult set of elections for us. But we will continue to rebuild and to show the public that we have changed, to demonstrate that only this new Conservative party is a credible alternative.People are deeply disappointed with a Labour government that has been too timid to fix the country, but they are also appalled by the rise of Reform and Nigel Farage’s Trump-style politics. While those on the extremes of the right and the left want to burn everything down, Liberal Democrats want to fix what’s broken. Every Liberal Democrat local champion elected today will fight tirelessly for the communities they serve.I’ve travelled across England and Wales and I’m hearing the same everywhere I go – confidence that we will win more councillors than ever before. The news from the doorstep is that we will be taking seats from not just Labour but the Tories and Lib Dems too, from all across the country. Voters are responding to the fact that Greens are the only party taking the cost-of-living crisis seriously, with real plans to cut bills, reduce rents and provide genuinely affordable homes, as well as tackling the climate and nature crisis.Throughout this election, we have heard a clear appetite for change. People want a government that will stand up for Wales and focus relentlessly on the key issues affecting their lives. People have told us they have been inspired by Rhun ap Iorwerth’s leadership and driven by a desire for a positive alternative to Reform UK’s chaos and division. Continue reading...

The rocket company’s new semiconductor factory, called Terafab, is part of the billionaire’s increasing efforts to dominate artificial intelligence.

Trump says ceasefire still intact as Rubio tells reporters that the US should get a response from Iran today on proposals to end the warCeasefire under threat after strikes exchanged in straitThe ship monitor Tanker Trackers has posted the following on X about the Ocean Koi oil tanker:Her new name is actually JIN LI (9255933), and has been so since 2025-11-30. Examining our data, we can see that she’s transported various Iranian hydrocarbons on at least 16 occasions since 2021; and with full knowledge of Iran because half of her loadings were conducted directly at port in Iran while the other half were conducted via Ship-to-Ship transfer further out.JIN LI’s ownership is based in Shanghai, China. The vessel was slapped with sanctions by US OFAC on 2026-02-25. Continue reading...

Former David Cameron adviser says a vote for him will make California ‘Califordable’ – not everyone is convinced He “knows how to wind people up like Trump”, according to friends, and made his name in the UK with zany policy ideas including making the country sunnier using state-owned cloud busters.Now the controversial strategist Steve Hilton, named the “pint-sized Rasputin” of Conservative politics, has become an unlikely frontrunner in the primary race for California governor. Continue reading...

Sources in the Pakistani Taliban told RFE/RL that the group’s leadership has been ordered to relocate from the Afghan capital, Kabul, where it is allegedly based.

AI-driven robots already pack, pick and sort items at e-commerce warehouses as humans would do — only faster, more efficiently and more accurately. Developers claim to work to minimise the social impact of a revolution they consider to be ’unstoppable’.

Forced to fight for political survival because of redistricting, Ken Calvert and Young Kim, both Republicans, are accusing each other of being insufficiently MAGA.

It is too soon to conclude that the wave that began in 2016 with Trump and Brexit has subsided

The United Arab Emirates has borne the brunt of Iranian attacks throughout the war, hardening the government’s resolve to reassess its list of friends and foes.

Reform leader irritated when asked about money from Christopher Harborne on day of party’s election gainsElection 2026 live: latest news updatesNigel Farage has repeatedly refused to answer questions about a personal gift of £5m he received from the billionaire Christopher Harborne, as the Reform UK leader sought on Friday to focus attention on the party’s election gains.Farage was clearly irritated when asked on a number of occasions on Friday about the money, which the Guardian revealed he had received shortly before announcing he would stand in the 2024 general election and which was not declared. Continue reading...

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The voting in England, Scotland and Wales is the biggest electoral test for Keir Starmer since he became prime minister in 2024.

Thousands of people have taken part in the Palestine Marathon and Half Marathon which returned to the West Bank city of Bethlehem after a two-year pause because of restrictions over the Gaza War.

The new map splits Shelby County, which includes Memphis, into three separate Republican-leaning districtsSign up for the Breaking News US emailEconomists projected about 55,000 new jobs and a 4.3% unemployment rate. A day earlier, the labor department announced 200,000 people filed for weekly unemployment benefits, a slight increase from the week before.A series of major changes over the last year – tariffs, government layoffs, changing immigration policies and, now, rising oil prices amid conflict in the Middle East – have rattled the US economy and destabilized the labor market. Continue reading...

US secretary of state has been meeting Italian leader amid strained tensions over IranThe European Commission also insisted that airlines must not charge customers extra fuel fees after they have already bought tickets, as the aviation sector feels the pain from high energy prices because of the Middle East war, AFP reported.“Airlines may adapt their published fares to the situation, but adding a fuel surcharge to a ticket after it has been bought cannot be justified,” EU spokeswoman Anna-Kaisa Itkonen told reporters in Brussels. Continue reading...

Sergio Ermotti tells FT it would take a ‘very profound and painful crisis’ to pressure politicians to take action

Brian Campbell, 19, and Colm McGirr, 23, were shot dead after the SAS mounted an operation at the scene of an arms dump in December 1983.

The hottest exhibitions at the world’s major art exhibition were shuttered on Friday as part of a pro-Palestinian demonstration.

About 12 countries have so far been linked to the hantavirus outbreak on the MV Hondius, as the UN health agency confirms at least five cases.

The park in Manhattan, known for its regal arch and freewheeling spirit, has a hard-to-enforce midnight curfew.

After years of insisting end-to-end encryption was the future of online comms, Zuckcorp has handed itself full visibility into user chats once again

Whitaker Malem worked with pop art sculptor Allen Jones, visual artist Nadia Lee Cohen and a car bodyshop in KentAt Monday’s Met Gala, it inevitably fell to Kim Kardashian to deliver the evening’s biggest jolt. One of the few celebrities to straightforwardly interpret the “fashion is art” dress code – which focused on how the dressed and undressed human body is the through-line in most works of art – she decided to forgo her usual role as a walking billboard for a major fashion house and instead arrived in an orange fibreglass breastplate created by a small east London art duo and a car bodyshop in Kent.“Good art should start conversation, and Kim did exactly that,” says 61-year-old Patrick Whitaker, half of the design practice Whitaker Malem, who made the breastplate just weeks before the gala. “She was very clear on wanting a breastplate, very clear on the car body finish. And I think she was nervous really. She understands the competition.” Continue reading...

Despite heavy losses, investors say results do not represent ‘doomsday scenario’ for prime minister

Hiring exceeds Wall Street forecasts for second month in a row

The musician and director teamed up to bring Hit Me Hard and Soft: The Tour — with poignant moments onstage and off — to theaters.

The pop superstar teamed up with James Cameron to create a concert movie that, playing with shiny camera technology, reinvigorates the concert experience.

The US president targets his political enemies in Kentucky and Indiana

The Borg beat all comers at our latest London quiz. Could YOU have done better?

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Reform UK has made gains at the expense of Labour and the Conservatives in early council election results overnight.

Exclusive: Jordan Devlin, who was acquitted at trial where four co-defendants were convicted, says he was saving livesA Palestine Action activist who was acquitted over a protest at an Israeli arms manufacturer’s UK site has said he and his five co-defendants “did the right thing”.Four of those who stood trial with Jordan Devlin were convicted of criminal damage in relation to the direct action protest at the Elbit Systems UK site near Bristol on 6 August 2024, but he said they had been acting to save Palestinian lives. Continue reading...

In early results, Nigel Farage’s Reform U.K. party has won more than 400 council races across England.

Early results are a blow to Keir Starmer and evidence that the political landscape is fragmenting

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Home Office finds 80% of code cannot be reused, balks at £26M in extra costs

So far, we have a chunk of the results around the parts of England that have had contests and no results yet from Scotland or Wales.

See which parties are winning - and losing – across the UK and who’s won in your area, using our interactive tool.

Indonesian authorities said other climbers had safely evacuated Mount Dukono, which had been off-limits because of volcanic activity.

How Nigel Farage’s party operates — as it sets its sights on power

Washington and Tehran blame each other for sparking reciprocal attacks

Carmaker gives one of biggest warnings yet of conflict’s impact on businesses while Trump tariffs also take tollToyota has reported a £3bn hit from costs from the war in Iran, as prices of parts and materials soared and sales dropped.The world’s biggest carmaker said profits declined in its financial year to March as it was “likely unable to absorb newly added impact from the Middle East”, in one of the largest warnings yet of the war’s impact on businesses. Continue reading...

The royal couple shared photographs of Sir David and wished him a very happy birthday.

Manchester United have won the most points in the Premier League since caretaker boss Michael Carrick took over, but the stats still show concerns.

Our ‘Round on the Links’ quiz tests your ability to draw connections. Thinking caps on!

As 'The Boys' comes to an end and 'Mortal Kombat II' hits theaters, the actor reflects on a career that's touched on almost every significant genre franchise.

Inside Kaikaku AI’s London pilot, where the startup’s food-assembly robot is testing whether automation can replace repetitive kitchen labor and reshape restaurant economics.

Narges Mohammadi’s brother tells TIME the Nobel laureate is being denied proper cardiac treatment as her health deteriorates.

AFC Bournemouth drop defender Alex Jimenez from their squad amid an investigation into posts on social media.

From Russia’s poisoned minds to the puzzle of human beliefs and policy in the best-governed nations. Plus much-maligned managers, the love letters of Albert Camus, fiction by Melissa Harrison, Rupert Thomson and more — and Adam LeBor’s pick of thrillers

Italian bank has built a roughly 30% stake in Germany’s second-largest listed lender

Nigel Farage’s Reform UK makes gains in English local elections

FT editor Roula Khalaf talks to UBS chief executive about integrating Credit Suisse and bank regulation

Ryan Cohen briefly banned after bootstrapping cash ostensibly to buy the auction site

A doll-focused show, a contemplative garden, a sizzling hothouse: It’s all to see at the world’s top contemporary art event.

A Dutch flight attendant and French national were among the latest to be tested in connection with a deadly outbreak on a cruise ship. But an analysis in South Africa showed no mutations in viral samples.

Stephen Bush breaks down the contests that are set to confirm Britain’s shift to seven-party politics

‘Unprecedented operation’ under way to receive MV Hondius off Tenerife to assess and repatriate those onboardThe Spanish authorities are finalising preparations for the arrival of the MV Hondius this weekend, saying an “unprecedented operation” is under way to receive, assess and repatriate the 149 passengers and crew members onboard the hantavirus-stricken cruise ship.The Dutch-flagged vessel, which was sailing from Argentina to Cape Verde, is due to arrive off Tenerife in the Canary Islands at around midday on Sunday. Continue reading...

European Council president António Costa says bloc has Kyiv’s support for seeking to negotiate with Russian president

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The influential church leader on his ties to Pete Hegseth, dismantling the fences of liberal democracy — and why Trump is ‘like chemo’

MUNA’s Katie Gavin makes the case for making music together in an increasingly individualistic music industry.

Donald Trump insists ceasefire remains intact after the most serious test yet. Plus, David Attenborough’s 100 most spectacular momentsDon’t already get First Thing in your inbox? Sign up hereGood morning.The US and Iran traded fire late on Thursday in the greatest test so far to their month-long ceasefire. Tehran accused Washington of breaching the truce by targeting two ships in the strait of Hormuz and attacking civilian areas, while the US said it had struck in retaliation.Where were negotiations up to before the strikes? There were reports the two sides could be nearing an agreement to halt the war, with a one-page memorandum shared between Washington and Tehran, via Pakistan. Here is a rundown of the ins and outs over the past week.What happened to Trump’s “Project Freedom”? The US plan to guide tankers through the strait of Hormuz was ditched just days after it was launched, apparently because Saudi Arabia refused to let the US use its bases and airspace to carry out the operation.Follow our liveblog for the latest developments.How has the redistricting affected the sway of Black voters? Each now contains a third of the city’s Black voters, which means all nine of Tennessee’s congressional districts now lean Republican. Continue reading...

Potential jet fuel shortages due to the war in Iran could force a shift in fuel types, raising operational and safety risks across airlines and airports.

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David Hinton faced criticism after outages affected tens of thousands of people in Kent and Sussex.

Operator of bright green e-bikes and scooters plans US listing this year

“A Rumor of War,” about his service as a Marine Corps infantry officer and published in 1977, relentlessly detailed “the things men do in war and the things war does to them.”

The Star Wars actor apologised and deleted the post, which contained an AI image of the president in a shallow grave.

The hostage takers and at least one captive were believed to be holed up inside the bank's vault, the Bild newspaper reported.

One of Kerry Kershaw's victims was a 49-year-old man with learning disabilities.

Health authorities said three passengers from the MV Hondius had died after showing symptoms of the rare disease.

The island has the world’s first Blue Zone, but its formula for a long life cannot keep its young from leaving. And an influx of newcomers is complicating the landscape

Start-ups ride a funding wave as governments eye transformative potential

The Chicago Fed head talks GPTs, the rate outlook, and new Fed nominee Kevin Warsh

The Guardian wanted to know who, exactly, was pulled into the mass-deportation dragnet of Trump’s second termDonald Trump entered his second term promising “mass deportations”. He also promised he’d target the “worst of the worst”. The Guardian wanted to know who, exactly, would be pulled into this deportation dragnet.That question led us to “Record of Deportable/Inadmissible Alien” forms, also known as I-213 forms. Immigration agents fill out these forms each time they make an arrest, alleging that the person is in the country without authorization. The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) then uses these forms in court to prove that a person is in the country illegally. Continue reading...

Silicon Valley oligarchs worried about the risks their technology posed to the world. They forgot about people.

"Courageous lawyers expose despotic regimes for what they are," write Irwin Cotler and Brandon Silver.

Their new album is bustling, cosmopolitan and less contemplative in tone than ‘Junun’

An Abruzzo-set tale about a man’s psychological unravelling is a surprising, skilfully wrought novel for a long, sweltering afternoon

“It seems every other day I am reading a story about a massive insider trading scandal.”

ShinyHunters takes the credit and gives developer an F for security

An international air body suggests wider acceptance of US-grade jet fuel could help to head off any supply problems.

Europeans are taking credit for the growing signs of strain in the Russian economy. Does that mean sanctions are working? It's complicated.

Exclusive: Co-chair Vula Tsetsi says it is time to trigger debate, as statement is agreed at annual leadership meeting in BrusselsThe European Green party has urged the UK to consider rejoining the EU and draw a line under the “political and economic failure” of Brexit.A text declaring that “the United Kingdom’s future lies in the European Union” was adopted by a large majority of European green parties at the movement’s annual leadership meeting on Friday, the day before Europe Day. Continue reading...

US president expresses impatience at speed of EU’s implementation and warns of ‘much higher’ tariffsUS trade court rules against Trump’s 10% global tariffsBusiness live – latest updatesDonald Trump has walked back from his threat to tear up part of the US trade deal with the EU by hiking tariffs on car imports.The US president has given the EU until 4 July to implement its side of the deal, reducing tariffs to zero on most American imports, warning that the bloc would face “much higher” tariffs if it did not do so. Continue reading...

Social media biz says watchdog's fine formula is 'disproportionate' and should stop counting global revenue

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Promises to cut emissions and use more fuel-efficient planes fail to stop rise, with Ryanair’s carbon footprint 50% up on 2019Emissions from flying in Europe have now passed pre-pandemic levels, with Ryanair’s carbon footprint 50% higher than in 2019, research has shown.Total aviation emissions continue to increase despite industry pledges to decarbonise and the introduction of more fuel-efficient planes, driven by the massive expansion of low-cost carriers. Continue reading...

Trump appears keen to reach a deal to end the war, which is unpopular with Americans, as he deploys both pressure and diplomacy, analysts say.

Why does the public seem unbothered by the national debt?

Passengers aboard the hantavirus-affected ship report on life on board, describing conditions during the ongoing situation.

The American economy and the climate would both benefit from permitting reform.

The high-profile case exposed how ex-police superintendent Bill Yuen and Peter Wai conducted "shadow policing" operations on British soil targeting Hong Kong dissidents.

Two Singaporeans and a local person were in no-go zone when they were killed, say officialsThree hikers – two Singaporeans and an Indonesian – have died in an eruption of Indonesia’s Mount Dukono volcano, where they found themselves in a no-go zone, officials said.The eruption, on Halmahera island, sent an ash cloud about 6 miles (10km) into the air, with no towns or villages near enough to face any immediate threat. Continue reading...

With fewer students, many public school districts are confronting unfilled classrooms, and hard choices about school closures.

Stanley Burkhardt, convicted abuser and ex-investigator of sex crimes against children, gives deposition in civil caseConvicted child molester Stanley Burkhardt – a former investigator of sex crimes against children who has been in and out of prison for decades – invoked his constitutional right against self-incrimination more than 700 times while being questioned under oath recently, including when asked whether he committed a series of unsolved murders of youths in his orbit.Burkhardt’s decision to remain silent came when faced with questions about the killings during a deposition in a civil lawsuit by an alleged sexual abuse victim of his – a case aimed at him and the New Orleans police department (NOPD) which used to employ him. Continue reading...

The world is celebrating Attenborough's centennial with butterflies and concerts.

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A hacker group appears to be holding the company behind the popular learning management system hostage.

Several people, including a cash delivery driver, have been taken hostage at a bank in western Germany, police said.

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With the arrival of hot weather and the increased risk of fires, more than 700 operatives from six European countries took part in an exercise in Viseu that simulated a large rural fire.

Judges ruled that an impeachment hearing should be held over a case involving money stolen from a couch at President Cyril Ramaphosa’s farm six years ago.

As Poland and Lithuania prepare to finalise nearly €50 billion in defence loans on Friday – just one day before Russia’s controversial Victory Day parade – the EU’s defence chief said the timing is symbolic. But despite the show of resolve, he warned Europe is still not moving fast enough.

South Africa's president Cyril Ramaphosa could be impeached after the country's top court ruled proceedings against him can be revived.

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Disarming Hezbollah will require a lot of "will, courage and decision" from Lebanon. A difficult mission, as the country has "no state" and the Lebanese are "paying the price" of the conflict between Israel and Hezbollah, MP Nadim Gemayel said in an interview on Euronews' morning show Europe Today.

While only rolled out to some users, the feature's bizarre AI-generated descriptions were shared widely.

Movie-inspired set ticks the clever Technic box, but at a price

Radiation levels at the site were within "normal limits," authorities reported, adding that firefighters were working to contain the blaze.

The jury resigned last week, so the international art event is letting viewers pick the best artist from the main exhibition and the national pavilions.

Known as a playboy, the media mogul gave his paramours and three ex-wives plenty of stories to tell. He also managed to stay friendly with many of them.

The story of genius and jealousy, a major award winner onstage and on film, returns as a TV series starring Will Sharpe and Paul Bettany.

Meta has commenced a long, slow slide into irrelevance.

The filmmakers behind this adaptation of a best-selling novel were adamant that their ovine sleuths not seem like humans in, well, sheep’s clothing.

Trump has taken an active role in the arts in his second term, which may be evident in the work on display at the Venice Biennale — depending on how you look at it.

Whether you’re a casual moviegoer or an avid buff, our reviewers think these films are worth knowing about.

In AMC’s merciless satire, the tech lords are extracting all they can from the business (and us) before everything goes to hell.

Olivia Newman lost her home in the 2025 California wildfires. Telling the story of a woman who connects with an octopus after a major loss proved a balm.

The Florida Python Challenge brings out a fascinating cast of characters, all captured by the director Xander Robin’s camera.

The troubled painter Matthew Wong’s star was on the rise when he died at 35. His mother, Monita Wong, is making sure his work can still be seen.

Christian McBride, Endea Owens, Large Professor and more writers and musicians share favorite tracks from the bass maestro, who turned 89 this week.

From fashion to art, an explainer on our love of wetlands.

A spree of thefts last summer heightened alarm in France over protection of cultural and rural heritage.

People return to work for many reasons, but the biggest is financial need. As costs remain high, more retirees could be looking to re-enter the job market.

“Prognosis: Negative” was too dark for its time, but its title became a running “Seinfeld” joke and its premise set the table for “Curb Your Enthusiasm.”

Law says conviction of two men for spying raises serious concerns about how they accessed sensitive informationNathan Law, an exiled leader of the Hong Kong student protest who lives with a £100,000 bounty on his head from the Chinese authorities, was not surprised to discover a spy ring had photographed him entering the Oxford Union for an evening debate in November 2023.The conviction at the Old Bailey of Chi Leung “Peter” Wai, 38, and Chung Biu “Bill” Yuen, 65, for assisting a foreign intelligence service, was a sobering first – no Chinese spies had been convicted in British criminal history before Thursday – but the details that came out in the nine-week trial mainly served to confirm his suspicions. Continue reading...

Rob Sand, Iowa’s auditor, is campaigning for governor with a pragmatic message that eschews strict partisanship.

The best-selling author Stephanie Dray recommends books that explore the bonds between mothers and their children across centuries.

US President Donald Trump says the ceasefire between Washington and Tehran is still in place.

From the ice-cold treatment from an age-old ally to continued threats from Russia and economic concerns over China, Europe is having a hard time. Is this turmoil uniting or dividing the bloc? What steps can it take to defend itself? Brussels, My Love? tries to answer these questions.

One of Britain's first gay surrogate parents has been charged with rape and human trafficking for sexual exploitation.

Spikes deter pigeons, but Microsoft still managed to foul the screen

Italy’s Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni this week highlighted the dangers of sophisticated AI-generated deepfakes. At the same time, the EU is moving to outlaw “nudification” apps and strengthen protections.

Water purity varies across Europe, with Belgium, Germany, Luxembourg and the Czech Republic having some of the most polluted groundwater on the continent.

Reform are the winners so far, with more results still to be declared.

Through surging profits or soaring share prices, the war has been a boon for some firms.

South Africa's top court has found against president Cyril Ramaphosa over the "Farmgate" scandal.

The votes are widely seen as an unofficial referendum on Prime Minister Keir Starmer, whose popularity has plummeted since he was elected less than two years ago.

Also in this newsletter: Europe Today speaks to the EU's Defence Commissioner Andrius Kubilius as he's set to sign the EU's first defence loan deals under the €150-billion SAFE programme in Poland and Lithuania.

The plant-based boom failed to deliver. But there may yet be hope

The boss of South East Water (SEW) has quit just a week after its chairman following demands by MPs for a change of leadership at the struggling utility firm.

This blog is now closedGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastDavid Attenborough at 100: ‘I had thought I would celebrate quietly’In a dose of good news, Sir David Attenborough is 100 today. The veteran broadcaster said he expected to celebrate quietly, but expressed gratitude for the well-wishes he had received. Continue reading...

The German capital has significantly fewer overnight stays than just a few years ago. Visitors complain about rubbish, traffic problems and dwindling cultural offerings.

A German passport as protection in uncertain times: Driven by fear, pragmatism and a changing relationship with Germany, growing numbers of Israeli and American Jews are applying for German citizenship.

Reform UK gains and Labour losses in the early English local election results.

Scenes from the highly anticipated art event.

The Total Eclipse of the Heart singer was rushed to hospital for emergency surgery in Portugal on Wednesday.

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As the US-Israeli war with Iran continues to impact and shape the region, journalists from RFE/RL's Central Newsroom and Iranian service, Radio Farda, deliver ongoing updates and analysis.

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Gov. Kathy Hochul claimed victory for a state budget agreement that is already five weeks overdue, and clearly still needs more work.

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Kim Jong Un and his daughter have been pictured eating with crew as they inspected North Korea's most advanced warship.

The woman, 35, says she was praying for a baby and was "overjoyed" to be "blessed with five at once".

A Kremlin-proposed cease-fire to mark Victory Day collapsed within hours, as Ukraine and Russia reported hundreds of violations a day before a scaled-down military parade in Moscow.

Jimmy Fallon joked that President Trump and Pope Leo are putting Marco Rubio, who is Catholic, “in the middle and seeing which parent he goes to.”

The Bridesmaids star claims an actress retracted a complaint about sexual harassment by a producer.

Janai Safar, 32, will remain in custody in Sydney. Two other women facing separate charges are expected to apply for bail in Melbourne on MondayFollow our Australia news live blog for latest updatesGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastAn Australian woman charged with joining Islamic State in Syria has been refused bail despite concerns expressed by her lawyer over the loss of connection it would cause with one of her family members.Janai Safar, 32, appeared before New South Wales bail court on Friday after she was arrested at Sydney airport on Thursday evening, after almost a decade in a Syrian refugee camp. She was one of four women allegedly linked to IS who returned to Australia with children this week. Continue reading...

Barrister for actor Charlotte MacInnes, who is suing the Pitch Perfect star for defamation, also accused Wilson of ‘a complete revision of history’. Wilson has rejected defamation claimsFollow our Australia news live blog for latest updatesGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastRebel Wilson has been accused in court of being a liar who made up terrible claims about her colleagues and completely rewrote history.The Pitch Perfect star copped the blunt assessment in the dying hours of a fiery defamation battle where she is being sued by Charlotte MacInnes, the lead actor in musical comedy The Deb which Wilson directed, co-produced and starred in. Continue reading...

The patient is on the remote Atlantic island of Tristan da Cunha, which was visited by the cruise ship in April.

Iran accuses the US of violating the truce, alleging it targeted an oil tanker and carried out attacks on coastal areas.

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The owner of British Airways has said it does not expect its services across main markets to be affected by the threat of jet fuel shortages "throughout the summer", as supplies are squeezed by the effects of the US-Iran war.

England all-rounder Freya Kemp says she did not consider retirement or continuing her career solely as a batter during her recent injury woes.

Exclusive: Farley discussed preferences and suggested platform before Voices group endorsed his rival Michelle Milthorpe as its candidateGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastOne Nation’s Farrer candidate, David Farley, sought to cooperate with the community independent “Voices” movement before the last election, including discussing preferences and suggesting a platform for a House and Senate campaign, before the group endorsed Michelle Milthorpe as their candidate.Documents seen by Guardian Australia show Farley – who is expected to win the Farrer byelection ahead of Milthorpe on Saturday – had been keen to meet with the independent Voices campaign in 2023 and 2024, including buying a ticket to their event, sharing ideas, and even discussing election preferences. Continue reading...

The Irish language rappers were leading the way midweek over Melanie C and Michael Jackson.

Former England captain Wayne Rooney says it is "mind-boggling" that Trent Alexander-Arnold was left out of Thomas Tuchel's final squad before the World Cup.

Around 20 percent of staff get an ‘In one hour, you might not work here anymore’ email

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America’s ability to deter China in a war over Taiwan is weakened, Chinese analysts say, giving Beijing leverage in an upcoming summit with President Trump.

This blog is now closedUS-Iran ceasefire under threat after exchange of strikes in strait of HormuzThe European Union is set to tell airlines the impact from the Iran war on tourism is not yet severe enough to justify emergency measures for the sector, draft EU guidelines seen by Reuters showed.“The current situation does not point to the need for dedicated measures for the tourism sector, unlike during the COVID-19 crisis,” said the draft EU guidelines, which the European Commission is due to publish on Friday. Continue reading...

Broadcasters in the two countries have yet to reach deals with Fifa, just weeks before the tournament is due to start.

Labour have lost around half of the seats they were defending so far, as Reform have made massive gains in council elections for the second year running.

Water minister Rose Jackson calls drying in Gwydir region ‘devastating’ as bill passes upper house Sign up for climate and environment editor Adam Morton’s free Clear Air newsletter hereWater flows to parched New South Wales wetlands where an urgent rescue mission to save dying wildlife unfolded are a step closer to resuming after legislation passed the state parliament’s upper house.The water minister, Rose Jackson, told the parliament on Thursday night the impact of a halt to environmental flows in the internationally significant Gwydir region had been “devastating” as she introduced legislative amendments she said would allow flows to resume.Sign up to get climate and environment editor Adam Morton’s Clear Air column as a free newsletter Continue reading...

The State Department said it would review all Mexican consulates in the United States, following claims in conservative media that the consulates interfere in politics.

For her second commission at New York City Ballet, the principal dancer is leveling up. “Symphonie Espagnole,” with a nod to the company’s Balanchine heritage, has a cast of 40.

Extra aircon found to cool overheating datacenter as users complain their resources are... nowhere

She won the top journalism honor for criticism while with The Wall Street Journal. She later wrote a wry, perceptive book about the backstage world of opera.

NetAdmins can stay in the loop while they learn to trust AI to tackle some scutwork

The panel that regulates rents for nearly one million apartments cast its first vote since Mayor Zohran Mamdani took office, approving ranges that included no increases.

The platform said it would remove end-to-end encrypted messages, a major U‑turn by parent company Meta.

A lawsuit against the National Endowment for the Humanities drew wide attention for revealing how DOGE had used ChatGPT to cancel grants.

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Stone being paid $50,000 a month to ‘rebuild’ relations between Washington and Myanmar’s military-backed governmentThe US lobbyist Roger Stone, a longtime friend and ally of Donald Trump, has been condemned for accepting $50,000 a month to “rebuild” relations between Washington and Myanmar’s military-backed government.Myanmar’s leaders have been internationally isolated since seizing power in a coup in 2021, and have repeatedly been accused of atrocities that may amount to war crimes. Activists say the military rulers, which recently held widely condemned “sham” elections, are now trying to reassert themselves abroad. Continue reading...

A panel of federal judges found that President Trump could not legally impose the tariff on most imports.

Saudi Arabia’s refusal of support suggests that President Trump’s unpredictable approach to Iran has strained ties with one of his closest allies in the Middle East.

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Jeremiah Manele toppled after months of political upheaval in the nation seen as one of China’s closest partners in the Pacific Solomon Islands prime minister Jeremiah Manele lost power in a no-confidence vote in the South Pacific country’s parliament, ending months of political uncertainty.Parliament was adjourned to allow the governor general to make arrangements for the election of a new prime minister. Continue reading...

Can't see your favourite act in the flesh? There might be a solution - but not everyone's a fan.

Donald Trump says ceasefire remains in place despite strikes, with Iranian TV saying situation is ‘back to normal’The US and Iran exchanged fire late on Thursday in the most serious test yet of their month-long ceasefire.Iran accused the US of violating the ceasefire by targeting two ships at the strait of Hormuz and attacking civilian areas, as the US insisted it struck in retaliation. Continue reading...

Yet it remains unclear if Anthropic's uber model was effective, or if better model middleware is what makes the difference

Trump's deadline to the European Union came as a trade court ruled his global tariff policy violated US law.

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Molecules that can capture heat could be a useful technology to decarbonise heating.

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Sally Field and Lewis Pullman get help from an eight-tentacled friend in this bland adaptation of a hit novel.

Yes, some memorable mansions were lost to the vagaries of expenses and development, but many remain — and some are even open to the public. A walking guide.

The decision can vary from fair to fair but sometimes solo booths can help visitors focus their attention on a single artist, rather than being overwhelmed by the art of many.

Dozens of French luxury houses and institutions will converge on Manhattan for the cross-cultural exhibition “Hidden Treasures: 250 Years of Franco-American Luxury Stories.”

A flock of sheep and Hugh Jackman star in a delightful Agatha Christie-style mystery set in an English village.

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The tool is meant to take the place of 80% of the work that requires ServiceNow dev teams

Japan's largest anti-war protests in decades highlight a population divided over changes to its pacifist constitution.

The White House has accused Star Wars actor Mark Hamill of violent rhetoric after he posted an image of Donald Trump in a shallow grave on social media.

Neurologists explain the common movement disorder.

Sitcoms have long treated menopause as a punchline, but newer series like “Your Friends & Neighbors” and “Riot Women” depict it as a matter-of-fact part of women’s lives.

They may be bronze and marble, but Alma Allen’s artworks at the Venice Biennale are as intangible as air.

This week in Newly Reviewed, Will Heinrich covers Ceija Stojka’s naïve expressionism, Mao Ishikawa’s sprawling bodies and a reinstallation of an important show by Peter Hujar.

Prince Harry, Duke of Sussex, reflects on David Attenborough’s 100th birthday and what the world can learn from his lifelong devotion to the natural world.

Here's what to know about the cruise-ship outbreak of Andes virus, a type of hantavirus that can spread person to person.

The Mandalorian and Grogu marks Star Wars' return to cinemas for the first time in more than six years.

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Matthew Isaac Knoot and Erick Ntekereze Prince will each do 18 months for hosting laptops used by North Korean IT workers to remotely infiltrate US companies

After speaking with Ursula von der Leyen on Thursday evening, Donald Trump delayed his threat of "much higher" tariffs on the European Union until 4 July. Von der Leyen hailed "good progress" towards implementation.

Security biz Adversa AI argues users of AI tools need clearer warnings

The TIME100 Companies: Industry Leaders list of the world's most influential energy businesses of the year.

Colombian pop star Shakira unveils her official song for the 2026 World Cup.

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The second installment of the detective series returns with another grisly murder mystery

An older man pays a camboy $50,000 for a night that goes to difficult, existential places in this breakout feature from Elliot Tuttle.

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Man, 69, is in intensive care in Johannesburg, while expedition guide Martin Anstee, 56, receiving care in NetherlandsWhat is hantavirus?Two Britons who were medically evacuated from the hantavirus-hit cruise ship are improving, global health officials have said.A British passenger, understood to be a 69-year-old man, was taken to South Africa on 27 April and is receiving care at a private health facility in Sandton, Johannesburg. Continue reading...

A judge said the case was not about a few rogue employees but showed serious and systemic failure.

Unjammable drones would be used against American forces, according to proposals seen by The Economist

Radev won the first outright parliamentary majority in Bulgarian elections since 1997 last month on promises to fight corruption.

“Double Exposures,” the first museum survey for the artist, highlights a career spent documenting New Yorkers, in ways both traditional and strange.

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Academic museums at Princeton, Yale, Cornell and Skidmore have organized several standout exhibitions, worth a venture beyond TEFAF New York.

A radio fault has been resolved but passengers could continue to face long delays, warns National Rail.

This May, big-ticket items, and numerous major private collections, will be on offer and provide a major test of the market in a chaotic time.

Latest briefings float hope of basic deal that would keep peace and free shipping while further negotiations continueMiddle East crisis – live updatesThe US and Iran are close to a temporary agreement to halt the war in the Middle East, officials in Pakistan claimed on Thursday, as diplomatic activity gathered fresh momentum after a near breakdown of the current ceasefire earlier this week.Officials on Islamabad said a very basic “interim” deal could be reached as early as this weekend and that Tehran was reviewing a US proposal. Continue reading...

Riyadh told White House it would deny access for operation to provide tankers military escort through strait of HormuzMiddle East crisis – live updatesA refusal by Saudi Arabia to allow the US to use its bases and airspace to provide a military escort for oil tankers passing through the strait of Hormuz lay behind Donald Trump’s decision to shelve the plan days after it had been launched.Riyadh told the White House it would not allow its Prince Sultan airbase to be used to mount the operation billed as Project Freedom, which the US presented as the successor to the bombing campaign called Operation Epic Fury. Continue reading...

Nine months after the EU and US struck a controversial trade deal, negotiations remain deadlocked as MEPs resist pressure to fast-track approval without safeguards against future American threats.

President indicated that deal had materialised but truth was that Saudi Arabia had stopped US use of its basesMiddle East crisis – live updatesWhen Donald Trump abruptly pulled the plug on “Project Freedom”, the scheme to open the strait of Hormuz, barely a day after it had been announced, he gave the impression that an opportunity for a peace deal had materialised that could not be missed.To the surprise of nobody who has been following the US’s recent adventures in geopolitics, Trump’s spin concealed a lot of the underlying reality. It turns out that Trump suspended Project Freedom after Saudi Arabia stopped the US military from using its bases or airspace to carry out the operation, which involved giving air cover to commercial shipping sailing through the strait. Continue reading...

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Microplastics in the air are contributing to climate change.

How much attention did you pay to what happened in the world over the past seven days?

Security is tight as Moscow prepares for the May 9 Victory Day parade on Red Square, marking the defeat of Nazi Germany in 1945. For the first time in nearly 20 years, the event will be held without military hardware. Mobile Internet restrictions are already in effect across the Russian capital.

The actor has branded the singer an identity thief - but plenty of fans think they're the same person.

Frenchness is a common theme among the films selected to open the festival. The opener also premieres in hundreds of theaters across France the day the festival begins.

Happy World Password Day! Maybe it's finally time to kill this holiday in favor of World No-More-Passwords Day?

Lawyers for Ms. Lively and Mr. Baldoni have said the two sides settled much of the contentious dispute. But one major disagreement remains.

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Chi Leung Wai and Chung Biu Yuen convicted over surveillance of dissidents in ‘shadow policing’ operationA UK Border Force officer and Hong Kong trade official based in London have been found guilty of spying for China and surveilling dissidents through a “shadow policing” operation.Chi Leung “Peter” Wai, 38, and Chung Biu Yuen, 65, also known as Bill, were found guilty at the Old Bailey of assisting a foreign intelligence service, making them the first people in British history to be convicted of spying for China. Continue reading...

The Ministry of Awe, a new immersive experience in a former bank in Philadelphia, aims to help locate the wondrous in the everyday.

A documentary about the popular chain presents its repurposed buildings as protective shells where new businesses can grow.

Both Trump and Biden are planning wildly different legacy projects from the huge Obama Presidential Center opening in Chicago.

Rubio arrived in the Vatican on a key diplomatic mission just days after Trump accused Leo of “endangering Catholics."

Our podcast on markets, the economy and business. This week, why the AI industry can’t keep up with demand

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The only way out of energy crises fueled by the wars in Iran and Ukraine is homegrown energy, EU Climate Commissioner Wopke Hoekstra told Euronews. "We owe it to our citizens and our companies."

Customers say services were down for at least 4 hours, while status page showed no issues

Animals maintain complex cultures, communication systems, infrastructure, and intergenerational knowledge, writes Ryan Huling.

Rashid Gedel is accused of murdering Lostprophets singer Ian Watkins at HMP Wakefield in October.

Reports had suggested the countries were set to follow the example of Greece, which effectively suspended biometric checks for UK nationals.

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The best-selling author Fonda Lee recommends fantasy and science fiction novels with older, wiser, absolutely epic heroes.

The cost of an average island property is down from almost £600,000 at the start of 2025.

US-mediated talks on ending Europe's worst conflict since World War II have shown little progress since February, when Washington shifted focus to its war with Iran.

President Emmanuel Macron has long called the restitution of African art from French museums a priority. Experts say the new law is a seismic moment in that effort.

Chris Sutton takes on world champion boxer Fabio Wardley plus the BBC readers and AI with his predictions for this weekend's fixtures.

From grassroots organisers to Martin Luther King, leaders framed their struggle in global terms, writes Keisha N. Blain

Ed Gardner is an ideal ambassador for British music. And he is building an important profile abroad, with a trip to the United States this month.

Criminal gangs in Sweden increasingly recruit children to commit crimes, knowing they will not face prison time if caught as the age of criminal responsibility is 15.

The then-teen was told to break in and steal what the keyboard warriors couldn’t

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Turmoil and violence rocks state after prime minister Narendra Modi’s party claimed victory in legislative electionTensions have been high in the Indian state of West Bengal after a top political aide from Narendra Modi’s party was shot dead in the street and hundreds were arrested as violence broke out following elections this week.The prime minister’s Bharatiya Janata party (BJP) claimed victory in the West Bengal elections on Monday, defeating Trinamool Congress (TMC), which had ruled over the state legislature for 15 years. Continue reading...

Users report disappearing favorites, blank route planners, and cloud sync failures amid outage

After nearly four decades at the heart of Radiohead, Ed O'Brien is entering a new creative era. In a candid interview with arts24's Eve Jackson, the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame guitarist discusses depression, healing in the Welsh countryside, the making of his deeply personal new solo album "Blue Morpho" and why Radiohead's carefully planned 2027 global tour marks a new beginning for the band.

The note is allegedly related to a suicide attempt by Epstein weeks before he his death in a New York correctional facility in 2019.

The reality TV star, model and former footballer died in Spain.

Language's popularity continues to grow despite commonly cited frustrations

Hobbies involve creativity, self-expression, and cognitive stimulation—and they enrich your world.

"According to the current situation, there is no cause for concern at the moment," the European Commission said about the hantavirus outbreak.

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A new study shows that seniors are mellower about past mistakes than younger people are.

At least 1,209 migrants have died or gone missing in the Mediterranean since the beginning of the year, according to the International Organisation for Migration.

Internet-facing PAN-OS firewalls are once again doing impressions of initial access brokers