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.

Fire destroys dozens of homes in Malaysia’s Sabah state

No injuries or fatalities were reported.

Japan’s Idemitsu Maru allowed through Hormuz, history in tow

The Panama-flagged, Japanese-owned Very Large Crude Carrier (VLCC), Idemitsu Maru, has passed through the Strait of Hormuz on its way to Nagoya with a cargo of 2 million barrels of oil from Saudi Arabia. The vessel also carries a reminder that it was the Japanese oil refiner

Japan zoo staffer allegedly dumps wife's body inside incinerator

The zoo has had to delay its reopening after a maintenance break, as police investigate the staff members claim.

Thailand’s multi-billion-dollar fishing industry reels as soaring fuel costs keep fleets ashore

Diesel prices in the country have climbed to more than 50 baht (US$1.53) per litre – nearly double what many trawlers paid at the start of the year.

Rare earth mining is poisoning Mekong River tributaries, threatening 'the world's kitchen'

Rising demand for rare earth materials is driving an unregulated mining boom centred in war-torn Myanmar and spreading to Laos. Toxic runoff from the mines threatens Thailand's global food exports.

Yash’s ‘Toxic’ Release Pushed Back to ‘Later, Globally Aligned Date’

Yash fans will have to wait a bit longer for their idol’s much anticipated next film. The release of “Toxic: A Fairytale for Grown-Ups” has been postponed from its June 4 date to accommodate a broader global theatrical rollout following strong reception at CinemaCon, producers

Durian gets influencer backing as Thailand faces glut

Top online seller Pimrypie priced premium Monthong at as low as 100 baht (S$3.90) per fruit.

Orban’s departure shuts China’s back door into the EU

The recent electoral defeat of Viktor Orban has drawn widespread attention, with most commentary focused on its implications for Europe and the Russia-Ukraine war. Yet this emphasis overlooks a broader strategic consequence: the potential disruption of China’s approach to

Europe revives renewables and nuclear to address the energy crisis

Brussels is looking for a long-term fix, putting both renewables and nuclear back on the table after the Strait of Hormuz closure sent energy bills soaring. Watch the video!

Africa: World Bank Approves $250 Million to Transform Kinshasa's Waste Management and Create Jobs

[World Bank] WASHINGTON, April 28, 2026--The World Bank's Board of Executive Directors approved $250 million in financing for the Kinshasa Urban Transformation and Jobs Program -- known as Kin la Belle -- to improve solid waste management services and create inclusive

Older than the dinosaurs: scientists finally unlock secret of the mayfly’s dance

The bizarre vertical flight pattern has long puzzled experts but new research reveals why it may play a crucial role in the insect’s survival On a spring evening along the banks of the River Thames, thousands of mayflies can be seen engaging in what may be one of the world’s

Man with hammer strikes boy, injures police before barricading himself in Tokyo home

The boy and three of the six police officers were taken to the hospital.

Indonesia military court begins trial of officers allegedly behind acid attack on activist

Military prosecutors are seeking the maximum of 12 years' jail for four officers over their alleged involvement in throwing a mixture of car battery acid and rust remover on activist Andrie Yunus in March.

Struggling families offered heating oil vouchers

People can apply for a £150 grant if they are running out of heating oil, a council says.

Europe Today: Péter Magyar visits Brussels and Commissioner Roxana Mînzatu speaks to Euronews

Tune in to Europe Today, Euronews' flagship morning programme at 8 am Brussels time. In just 20 minutes, we bring you up to speed on the biggest news of the day. On today's show:

Japan PM vows all-out efforts towards sustained pay hikes at May Day event

Surging crude oil prices and energy supply disruptions are casting a shadow over resource-scarce Japan.

Indian man takes sister’s exhumed body to bank for withdrawal

The man returned to the branch carrying the “human remains” of his sister after being turned away.

Magyar to meet von der Leyen as Hungary races to unlock EU cash

Incoming Hungarian Prime Minister lands in Brussels for what is described as "informal, but urgent talks" with Commission chief von der Leyen. Budapest is facing a tight deadline to unlock EU funding choked during the Orbán era.

Africa: Guterres Calls On All Stakeholders to 'Turn Tide' On Africa's Challenges

[ENA] Addis Ababa -- United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres has urged all stakeholders across the globe to unite in decisive action, invoking the rallying call "Together, Let Us Turn the Tide for Africa and Our World", to combat the pressing challenges of the

Jack Antonoff Isn’t Bothered He Didn’t Work on Taylor Swift’s Last Album

"I understand that need to have different collaborators,” said the producer when discussing his relationship with The Life of a Showgirl star

China again touts benefits of union with Taiwan, Taipei rebuffs

BEIJING/TAIPEI, April 29 - Taiwan's economy will see unprecedented opportunities should it agree to union with China, Beijing said on Wednesday as it continues to try to persuade Taipei to accept its rule, which President Lai Ching-te's government has repeatedly rejected.

Africa: Mudavadi Calls for End to 'Commercialization of Peace' in Africa, Urges New Mediation Approaches

[Capital FM] Nairobi -- Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi has urged African nations to rethink their approach to conflict resolution, warning against what he described as the growing commercialization and privatization of peace initiatives globally.

Qatar rolls out business relief measures amid Iran War and regional crisis

Qatar has introduced new measures to maintain market stability and reinforce investor confidence as regional tensions weigh on economic sentiment.

Watch: Key moments from King Charles III’s address to US Congress

King Charles III addressed US Congress, stressing the importance of the UK-US partnership in facing global challenges. Lawmakers applauded as he mixed humor, history and forward-looking remarks in a rare speech by a British monarch.

Can Griezmann end his Atletico love story in style?

Antoine Griezmann's long love affair with Atletico Madrid is drawing to a close, but can the Frenchman bid farewell by securing the Champions League?

Humanoid robots to handle baggage in trial at Tokyo's Haneda Airport

In the future, the robots are expected to be used across a wide range of tasks, including baggage loading, cabin cleaning, and ground support equipment operations.

New Zealand officials reject statue remembering Japan's sex slaves

AI tool that reads your face could help doctors predict cancer survival, study finds

Scientists have developed an artificial intelligence tool that analyses changes in a person’s facial appearance over time to predict cancer outcomes.

Babies exposed to air pollution during pregnancy take longer to learn to speak, research finds

A KCL study has found that exposure during the first trimester of pregnancy delayed speech development Babies exposed to higher levels of air pollution in the early stages of pregnancy take longer to learn to speak than those exposed to lower levels in the womb, new research

Urban areas host 80% of England’s homes at high risk of flooding, study finds

Exclusive: 839,000 homes in urban areas face threat of surface-water flooding, with social housing tenants most vulnerable to costs Eight in 10 of the homes that are at high risk of flooding in England are now in towns and cities, according to analysis by the National Housing

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Africa: WHO Calls for Stepped Up Action to Eliminate Viral Hepatitis

[UN News] Countries are making measurable progress in combatting viral hepatitis, but the disease remains a major global health challenge, the World Health Organization (WHO) said in a new report published on Tuesday.

How AI is forcing central banks to rethink inflation and rates

Central banks are racing to understand how AI is reshaping inflation — and they do not all agree on the answer.

Greeks prefer... Greece for their May Day holiday getaways

Based on Booking.com data, Greek travellers are choosing domestic destinations this weekend.

Africa: Why Do So Many African Women Bleach Their Skin? Study Looks Beyond What They Tell Researchers

[The Conversation Africa] In some African countries, more than 50% of women regularly use skin-lightening products. In South Africa, the rate is 32%, while in Nigeria it's 77%. This dwarfs rates in other regions of the world.

Decouple from China? Beijing now has a law against it

China’s new law on Industrial and Supply Chain Security, which took effect immediately in early April, introduces a significant new layer of regulatory oversight targeting cross-border industrial activity and global supply chains. It will inevitably have far-reaching

Which European countries are attracting the world's top AI talent?

Europe is becoming a third market for AI talent as visa restrictions make it harder for tech workers to live and work in the United States, and as China produces fewer AI workers, a new study finds.

Canneseries YA Show ‘Sneakermania,’ From ‘Icebreaker’ Producers, Boarded by Norsekey Distribution (EXCLUSIVE)

Canneseries competition entry “Sneakermania,” helmed by Ima Iduozee, choreographer of Netflix’s “Dance Brothers,” has been swooped on by Norsekey Distribution which has acquired global distribution rights outside Finland. The deal was announced by high-profile Finnish writer

Ukraine aims for Peace!

Today, as a state that has fully restored its sovereignty, Azerbaijan expresses its commitment to a policy based on equality and mutual trust with all friendly states and partners that demonstrate respect for our country’s independence and territorial integrity. The Republic of

Special railway tickets featuring Punch the monkey go on sale in Japan

Part of the proceeds will be donated to the zoo.

China changes agriculture chief for second time in two years

Mr Zhang Zhu replaces Mr Han Jun, who served less than two years in the role.

Indian Comedy King David Dhawan Gets Retrospective at PVR Inox Ahead of Final Film’s Release (EXCLUSIVE)

Leading Indian multiplex chain PVR Inox will mount a week-long retrospective dedicated to director David Dhawan beginning May 8, screening five of his most celebrated Hindi-language comedies across 40 venues in 25 cities. The festival arrives as Dhawan prepares to release “Hai

’A new power’: Trump not invited to climate conference attended by 60 countries

"When the largest emitters have been present at the COP negotiations, they have pushed for a veto to prevent any discussion of the need to transition beyond fossil fuels," said the conference host.

‘Malcolm in the Middle’ Star Justin Berfield Tells Paparazzi to Leave Dewey Actor Eric Per Sullivan Alone After He Turned Down the Reboot: ‘I Actually Feel Bad’

“Malcolm in the Middle” star Justin Berfield, who plays Malcolm’s older brother Reese, told the “Howie Mandel Does Stuff” podcast that he feels bad that his former co-star, Erik Per Sullivan, was thrust back into the public eye even though he declined to return as Dewey in the

Good Luck Not Crying to Noah Kahan and Hayley Williams’ Performance of ‘Downfall’

Kahan stopped by Williams' multi-night stand at Nashville's Ryman Auditorium

Strait of Malacca could be next Hormuz-like flashpoint

While recent global attention has focused on the Strait of Hormuz, which Iran has effectively held closed since late February in a move that has disrupted world energy supplies, a quieter but also important development has been taking shape in south-east Asia. On April 14, the