Japan confirms Hormuz transit as Iran talks continue, PM says
The ship passed through the blockaded waterway on April 29 and was on its way to Japan.
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Heavy rains threaten Bangladesh’s rice harvest
Significant losses could impact both rural livelihoods and national food supply.
Australian climber on record sea-to-summit Everest bid
Mr Oliver Foran is also raising funds to build a youth mental health support centre back home.
Ex-Thai PM Thaksin to be released on parole on May 11
He will remain under probation for another four months after his release.
Smokey Bones abruptly closes locations as NY closure sparks wave of surprise shutdowns
The BBQ chain abruptly shut down its Colonie, NY location on April 28, part of a fast-moving wave of closures sweeping across the country after its parent company FAT Brands Inc. filed for bankruptcy earlier this year.
New Zealand local council rejects plan for 'comfort women' statue after Japan protest
April 29 - A local council in New Zealand has rejected a proposal to erect a statue honouring women forced into sexual slavery by Japanese troops in World War Two after Japan's ambassador warned it could affect diplomatic ties.
Africa: The Race to Mine Critical Minerals for AI and Clean Energy Is Creating 'Sacrifice Zones' That Harm Water and Health of World's Poor
[The Conversation Africa] There is a troubling contradiction at the heart of the global transition to a cleaner, greener, tech-driven future: Modern technologies - everything from AI to wind turbines, as well as cellphones, electric vehicles and defense systems - depend on
King Dollar still reigns supreme in liquidity-starved Gulf
There is a certain irony in seeing some of the world’s richest countries quietly ask the United States for financial relief. For decades, the Gulf monarchies cultivated an image of inexhaustible wealth: sovereign funds the size of nations, skylines raised from desert sands and
Philippine house panel finds probable cause to impeach Vice-President Sara Duterte
Duterte, daughter of former president Rodrigo Duterte, denies allegations she misused public funds.
Photoshopping the package
I bought a snack food the other day, and was disappointed to discover that the thing inside the container had little in common with the picture on the front. It was pallid, lifeless and drab. The marketer who decided to improve the picture was making a choice, one with
'Historic homecoming' as endangered antelopes flown to Kenya from Czech Republic zoo
The mountain bongo is a rare antelope endemic to Kenyan highland forests, with less than 100 in the wild.
Philippine vice president faces impeachment vote in Congress after panel find probable cause
MANILA, April 29 - The Philippine House justice committee on Wednesday found probable cause to impeach Vice President Sara Duterte, moving a step closer to a process that could derail her bid to become the next president.
Death toll from Indonesia train crash rises to 16, all women
Ninety people were injured in the incident.
South Korean appeals court increases jail term for former President Yoon in obstruction case
SEOUL, April 29 - A South Korean appeals court on Wednesday increased the jail term for former President Yoon Suk Yeol on charges linked to his short-lived 2024 martial law declaration to seven years following appeals by Yoon and the prosecution.
Heavy rains threaten Bangladesh's rice harvest
Heavy rains have also damaged other crops, including vegetables, raising concerns about potential supply shortages.
Malaysia to slash federal operating budgets due to Iran war costs
A sharp spike in energy prices stemming from the conflict has had a direct impact on living costs.
Chinese food influencer Bai Bing fined US$2.8 million for tax evasion
The popular Chinese food blogger on short video-platform Douyin was found to have underpaid 9.1 million yuan (US$1.3 million) in taxes.
Report: Trump administration preparing for extended blockade of Iran
According to The Wall Street Journal, Trump has told his aides to prepare for the scenario, with the goal of choking Iran's economy and forcing the regime to return to the negotiating table on the United States' terms
Israeli troops face deadly Hezbollah drone attacks while demolishing southern Lebanon homes
Israeli soldiers describe risking their lives to guard civilian contractors demolishing buildings in Shi'ite villages near the Israeli border as they remain exposed to Hezbollah's explosive drones – considered a 'significant challenge' with no foreseeable solution
The Psychology Behind Why Some Homes Feel Good But Most Don’t: Interior Design Principles Explained
Though it may have enjoyed occasional waves of pop-cultural prestige over the years, interior design remains an overlooked art. That is to say, few bother to appreciate, or even to notice, its similarities with other, more “serious” forms of human endeavor. Watch the recent
Are there alternatives to mainstream social media platforms? |Euronews Tech Talks
Privacy, political, and ethical concerns are pushing people to look for alternative social media platforms. What are the options? Are they the solution? Euronews Tech Talks tries to understand.
Nepali Drama ‘Shakti’ Sets Prime Video Debut in U.S. and U.K. (EXCLUSIVE)
“Shakti,” the debut narrative feature from filmmaker Nani Sahra Walker, will make its digital bow on Prime Video across the U.S. and U.K. on May 22, with a trailer unveiled ahead of the launch. Buffalo 8 handles distribution. The film unfolds in Kathmandu, where a mother races
Keira Knightley, Luke Thompson and Stephen Dillane to Star in ‘The Lives of Others’ Stage Adaptation on the West End
Keira Knightley, “Bridgerton” star Luke Thompson and Stephen Dillane (“The Hours,” “Game of Thrones”) are set to lead a stage adaptation of Florian Henckel von Donnersmarck’s Oscar-winning 2007 film “The Lives of Others” on London’s West End. Adapted and directed by Olivier
Donald Trump's regulator orders licence reviews after Jimmy Kimmel’s Melania joke
Network ABC is under pressure since Kimmel made a joke about Melania Trump three days before the White House Correspondents’ Dinner shooting.
Batam to destroy illicit US e-waste, abandons re-export plan
The decision had been taken to ease congestion at the Batu Ampar Port.
EU finds Meta in breach of digital rules over children on Instagram and Facebook
One in ten children under the age of 13 is using Facebook or Instagram, EU regulators say.
Watch Triumph the Insult Comic Dog Roast Pete Hegseth, Karoline Leavitt at White House Correspondents’ Dinner
"Bobby, please Bobby! Can I see my brother one last time? He's in your freezer," Triumph shouted at RFK Jr.
After wolf escape, South Korea moves to tighten zoo oversight
The government is working to apply stricter standards for zoo management by December 2027.
India’s Hormuz restraint is running out of time
India’s response to the unfolding crisis in the Strait of Hormuz has, so far, been restrained. That restraint was not accidental but reflected a conscious adherence to strategic autonomy at a time when the situation was still evolving, outcomes were uncertain, and premature
King Charles III lauds ‘indispensable’ US-UK alliance at White House state dinner
During the White House state dinner on Tuesday evening, King Charles III highlighted “one of the most consequential alliances in human history” in a largely jovial and lighthearted speech.
Assessing climate change risks along Spain’s coast
A new project aims to assess the risks that climate change pose to the development of marine aquaculture along the entire Spanish coastline. AcuAdapt – Climate Risk Assessment and Adaptation Strategies for Spanish Marine Aquaculture is funded through the PLEAMAR call from the
As population surges, Kyrgyzstan’s schools buckle
The poor Central Asian nation is also struggling with underfunding and dilapidated facilities.
Greenpeace stages beach protest against fossil fuels during Colombia conference
Greenpeace activists displayed large messages on a beach in Colombia, calling for a transition away from fossil fuels during an international conference.
South Korean court hikes ex-president Yoon’s sentence to 7 years in prison for obstructing justice
It was the first verdict by the court division set up to handle cases linked to the December 2024 martial law bid.
Stephen Colbert Explains Why ‘The Late Show’ Became More Political: ‘That’s the Part the Audience Wants to See’
The host also discussed CBS's decision to cancel the show in a new interview with The New York Times
Should you play as a Warlock or Paladin in Diablo 4: Lord of Hatred?
Learn whether you should pick Paladin or Warlock to play the new Diablo 4 DLC, Lord of Hatred.
Best Warlock leveling build in Diablo 4
Here's a Warlock leveling build to help you finish Diablo 4 campaign, with all the key skills listed and a complete explanation on how to play it.
Starvation and drowning on the deadly Horn of Africa migrant route
On a vast, sun-scorched plain in Djibouti, dozens of men made the days-long trek home after their plan failed to cross one of the world's deadliest migration routes from Africa to the Gulf. Their faces drawn, their bodies emaciated, some had not eaten in days. A few withered
Producers on the Move Program Reveals Cannes Candidates With Credits Including ‘Sirât,’ ‘September 5,’ ‘Smoke Sauna Sisterhood,’ ‘DJ Ahmet’
European Film Promotion and its member organizations have revealed the 20 up-and-coming producers selected for the 27th edition of its networking program Producers on the Move, taking place during the Cannes Film Festival. The credits of the selected participants include
New DeepSeek model marks AI milestone. Is China closing the gap with the US?
While DeepSeek v4 has not overtaken the best US closed models, it has kept pace, says one analyst.
Global Gateway: Commissioner Síkela announces new investments on his mission to Addis Ababa
Speaking during the visit, Commissioner Síkela said: “Ethiopia has the scale, the ambition and the potential to be one of Africa’s defining economies. Through Global Gateway, we are investing in what matters most, jobs, skills, connectivity and sustainable growth. This visit
Eurovision crisis: Protesters in Serbia urge boycott of contest over Israel's participation
"United by Music"? “A Eurovision without Israel would mean defending the ideals that this event proclaims,” a statement by the protest organizers said.
Newsletter: Incoming Hungarian Prime Minister Péter Magyar in Brussels to unlock EU funds
The incoming Hungarian leader is pressed for time as he seeks to unlock billions of euros in EU cash before an August deadline.
At least five killed in Israeli strikes on Gaza including a nine-year-old boy
Eighty-one sick and injured children accompanied by their families were evacuated from Gaza to receive medical treatment in Jordan. They travelled via the King Hussein Bridge to various government and private hospitals in the capital Amman.
Johor ex-politician in intensive care after accidentally shooting himself in chest at gun range
He was in the process of emptying his pistol’s chamber when he accidentally fired a shot, police said.
Indonesia to probe taxi operator Green SM after deadly Bekasi train crash
A Green SM electric taxi was involved in the fatal train collision near Jakarta on Monday night (Apr 27) that killed 16 people.
