North Korea calls US cyber crime accusations 'absurd slander'
Washington has accused Pyongyang of ramping up a cyber-warfare program responsible for the theft of billions of dollars in virtual assets in recent years.
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Japan astronomers launch group to look for aliens, radio observations eyed
They say it is the country’s first organisation dedicated to the search for alien life.
Man charged over death of Australian Indigenous girl that sparked outback riots
SYDNEY, May 3 - Police in Australia's Northern Territory said on Sunday they had charged a man with murdering an Indigenous girl, days after the 5-year-old's death sparked violent clashes in an outback town.
Trump insists China trip will go on as planned; analysts say leaders' summit crucial to manage risks
United States President Donald Trump says his upcoming visit will be an “amazing event”, while Chinese observers say both sides need to prioritise risk management in the face of rising uncertainty worldwide.
Philippines says thousands evacuated as Mayon Volcano erupts
Heavy ashfall blanketed several towns in Albay province on May 2, disrupting traffic.
Penang records first heat stroke death of 2026
A 42-year-old Malaysian man died from heat stroke following a 30km run.
These 20-year-olds in Japan are finally planning their junior high school trips cancelled by Covid-19
The young adults were given about $160 per person to plan school trips with their former classmates.
Trump warns of more cuts following withdrawal of 5,000 US troops from Germany
President Trump said on Saturday that he might pull even more U.S. military troops out of Germany, a threat that came one day after he ordered the Pentagon to withdraw approximately 5,000 service members from the country. “We are going to cut way down, and we’re cutting a lot
North Korea's Kim casts youth as vanguard of state goals amid Russia war
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un met delegates to the ruling party's youth league congress in Pyongyang, a once-in-five-years political gathering aimed at mobilising citizens aged roughly 14 to 30.
Man charged with murdering 5-year-old Indigenous girl in Australian outback
He was also charged with two counts of rape.
Taiwan president defiant as Eswatini trip begins; China calls him a 'rat'
Eswatini is one of only 12 countries with formal ties with Taipei.
Czech Republic president on Trump’s anger with Europe over Iran war response: ‘We are not part of it’
The leader of the Czech Republic pushed back this week against President Trump’s accusations that Europe has failed to do its part to support the U.S.’s ongoing military operations against Iran. “I believe that Europe could do much more, but we are not part of it,” Czech
Beau Starr, ‘Halloween’ Franchise and ‘Goodfellas’ Actor, Dies at 81
"Beau enjoyed a rich a meaningful life," his 'Goodfella's co-star Christopher Serrone wrote on Instagram.
Tehran's refusal to admit defeat may push Trump to renew strikes on Iran
With no breakthrough in talks four weeks into the U.S.-Iran cease-fire, frustration is mounting in Washington over Tehran's refusal to halt uranium enrichment. As fighting persists in Lebanon and U.S. pressure grows, renewed American strikes on Iran are again being considered
Voters will judge Trump on the economy - how is it doing?
How much Donald Trump can do with the time he has left as president will depend massively on the cost of living.
The Iran war has strengthened Ukraine in surprising ways. Could a ceasefire with Russia be closer?
President Zelensky has been visiting the Gulf to demonstrate his country's military nous.
Magic: The Gathering One Ring art controversy ends with artist admission
A longtime Magic: The Gathering illustrator claims Wizards of the Coast reused art for The One Ring in its upcoming Hobbit set.
The clandestine network smuggling Starlink tech into Iran to beat internet blackout
Sahand tells the BBC World Service he sends satellite internet terminals into Iran to help show "the real picture".
Laufey on making jazz cool again (and the fish that brought out her inner rage)
The Icelandic star reflects on a phenomenal year, and the music video that let her go "primal".
Trump says there is possibility US could restart strikes on Iran
WEST PALM BEACH, Florida, May 2 (Reuters) - U.S. President Donald Trump told reporters on Saturday that there is the possibility the United States could restart strikes on Iran. Trump was responding to a reporter's question at West Palm Beach in Florida. (Reporting by David
North Korea calls US cyber threat claims a fabrication, warns of countermeasures
SEOUL, May 3 - North Korea's foreign ministry on Sunday rejected U.S. accusations that Pyongyang poses a cyber threat, calling them a fabrication aimed at justifying Washington's longstanding hostile policy, state media KCNA said.
Maher tells Newsom his Fox News lawsuit ‘sounds like’ Trump
Late night host Bill Maher told California Gov. Gavin Newsom (D) that his lawsuit against Fox News “sounds a lot like” President Trump. “That sounds exactly like what [Trump] does, suing media,” Maher said during an interview with the governor on Friday evening. California’s
Fallout designer Tim Cain thinks influencers have changed how people make and play games: 'more people seem to be abdicating their own judgement to that of people they see online'
"I have no idea what the 2030s are going to be like."
North Korea’s Kim casts youth as vanguard of state goals amid Russia war
The emphasis on youth control comes amid intensified repression of foreign cultural influence.
Dragonflies in distress: Scientists sound alarm in India's ecological hotspot
A new study reveals a decline in dragonfly and damselfly species in India's Western Ghats.
Sunday shows preview: VRA ruling fuels redistricting battle; Iran war crosses 60 days
The Supreme Court’s recent ruling on the Voting Rights Act has triggered a fast-moving redistricting fight across the South, with lawmakers in several states pushing for new congressional and legislative maps even amid uncertainty over whether changes can be made in time for
Nein! Indian school students forced to drop foreign languages amid govt’s native language push
Some criticise the move for limiting students' access to an education with a global outlook.
From Jakarta to Klang Valley, why is it so hard for Southeast Asia to fight this invasive catfish?
The suckermouth catfish originating from South America is swarming waterways in parts of Southeast Asia.
Duffy: Iran war ‘was not the impetus’ for Spirit shutting down amid rising fuel prices
Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy rebuffed the suggestion that Spirit Airlines was forced to shut down as a result of rising fuel prices brought on by the Iran war. “Spirit was in dire straits long before the war with Iran,” Duffy said during a press conference in New Jersey
One-time Google competitor Ask.com, formerly Ask Jeeves, throws in the towel after almost 30 years: 'Jeeves' spirit endures'
Sic transit gloria mundi.
Airlines can cancel flights in advance over fuel shortages, under new plans
Ministers hope move would help avoid last-minute flight cancellations for passengers this summer over Middle East fuel supplies.
After 9 years and 2 new Mortal Kombats, it looks like NetherRealm is finally making Injustice 3
Sounds super, man.
‘Shock and share’: Iran makes social media a key front in war against America
Sassy comebacks, sarcastic insults and glossy AI-generated videos have all been key tools in Iran’s retaliation against the United States, as social media has become a key front in the more than two-month war. The battle playing out online demonstrates the Islamic Republic’s
Where to Watch David Benavidez vs. Zurdo Ramirez Boxing Pay-Per-View Live Online
The best boxers in the world travel to “Sin City,” where American fighter David Benavidez (31-0-0) takes on Mexican Gilberto “Zurdo” Ramirez (48-1-0) for the unified WBA and WBO cruiserweight titles in the main event on Saturday, May 2. Benavidez vs. Ramirez PPV takes place at
Global drive: Chinese tech firm behind Singapore autonomous public bus trial eyes further fields
They have been turning their driverless mileage into commercial trials and deployments abroad.
Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker undergoes medical procedure, pauses public events
Illinois Gov. J.B. Pritzker is recovering from a medical procedure he had on Friday and will put a pause on public events next week.
New Crimson Desert update lets you 'rematch' defeated enemies and adds new legendary creatures
Pearl Abyss's kitchen sink RPG continues to change rapidly.
Medicare portal database exposed Social Security numbers: reports
The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) unintentionally published Social Security data for at least 100 health providers, according to multiple outlets. The department took down its National Provider Directory after The Washington Post flagged the information to
Medicare portal database exposed Social Security numbers: Reports
The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) unintentionally published Social Security data for at least 100 health providers, according to multiple outlets. The department took down its National Provider Directory after The Washington Post flagged the information to
Visteon's Chief People Officer Sold Over 4,000 Company Shares. Here's What That Means for Investors.
Spirit Airlines to shutter after no Trump deal: What to know
Spirit Airlines on Saturday announced that it shut down all operations after failing to not reach a deal for a government bailout. The Trump administration drafted a $500 million bailout plan to save Spirit from ceasing operations, a plan that several Trump allies in Congress
Businessman dies after alleged beating in custody over brother’s Starlink detention
Reports from Iran suggest that a citizen named Hesam Alaeeddin, son of the founder of Alaeddin Mall in Tehran, was killed while being taken into custody by security forces.
