5 people die as fire erupts in shop in China’s Hunan province
The cause of the fire at the store in Hengyang is under investigation.
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Taiwan, China coast guards in standoff at top of South China Sea
TAIPEI, May 24 - The Taiwanese and Chinese coast guards were engaged in a tense standoff for the second day near the strategically located Pratas islands at the top of the South China Sea, Taiwan's Coast Guard said on Sunday.
Three Red Cross volunteers die from suspected Ebola in DR Congo as outbreak continues to spread
The volunteers were among the first named victims of the epidemic, which is being driven by the rare Bundibugyo virus.
Man killed in shark attack off Australia's north-east coast
The 39-year-old was fatally injured while swimming out at a shoal off the Cassowary Coast in Queensland.
Dozens killed in blast targeting train in south-west Pakistan: Official
Army servicemen were among the victims in the attack.
Treasury rejected ministers’ plan to cut VAT on public EV charging to 5%
Department for Transport is understood to back reducing levy, which critics have called a ‘pavement tax’ Business live – latest updates Government officials considered cutting the VAT charged on electricity used at public EV chargers from 20% to 5% at the last budget, but the
The internet is not safe for children, say UK police bosses
Leading police agencies say that tech companies not doing enough to protect children from harm online.
Blast targeting train carrying military personnel kills dozens in southwest Pakistan
An explosive-laden car hit one of the train carriages that resulted in a big blast, an official said.
Man dies after shark attack on Australia’s Great Barrier Reef
This marks Australia's second fatal shark attack in May.
Man dies after shark attack on Australia's Great Barrier Reef
CANBERRA, May 24 - A 39-year-old man has died after being attacked by a shark at the Great Barrier Reef on Sunday, police said, the second fatal shark attack in Australia this month.
Europe's biggest beach: endless sand on Germany's North Sea coast
A sandbank the size of 1,400 football pitches: Kniepsand on the North Frisian island of Amrum looks like a slice of desert and shields the island, while its vast beach could give tourism further inland a boost.
Fighter jet tracks UFO in newly released Pentagon footage
The Pentagon released another batch of previously classified UFO files, including military videos of unidentified aerial phenomena, saying the material is intended to provide “unprecedented transparency” despite offering no evidence of alien life.
City's living costs drive workers to food banks
It is so expensive to live in Cambridge a charity says people with jobs need subsidised food.
At least four killed after massive Russian drone and missile attack on Kyiv
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy confirmed on Sunday that Russia had used the powerful nuclear-capable Oreshnik medium-range missile in its overnight attack, as well as hundreds of drones and dozens of other missiles.
Heatstroke kills 16 in India as temperatures climb
Temperatures in several cities have hovered well above 45 deg C..
Heavy police presence outside White House after deadly shooting at security checkpoint
Secret Service officers and police sealed off streets around the White House after a person opened fire at a security checkpoint before being shot dead by officers, according to US authorities.
Gunman killed after shootout with Secret Service near White House, Trump says
Trump said the shooter had a "violent history and possible obsession" with the White House.
Scientists discover hidden driver of aging — Simple supplement reversed brain decline
A newly identified brain protein may play a major role in how the body ages. Researchers discovered that declining levels of Menin in the hypothalamus triggered inflammation, memory problems, bone loss, and other aging-related changes in mice. Restoring Menin reversed several
Lionel Messi, Kylian Mbappé Among Athletes Fronting Monopoly and Panini Trading Cards World Cup Team Up
The merch rollout for the 2026 FIFA World Cup has started, with Hasbro unveiling two new Monopoly collaborations with the global soccer tournament. The first is a collaboration between Monopoly and popular trading card manufacturer Panini. The “Monopoly Panini Prizm: FIFA World
‘My Hero Academia Final Season’ Lands Top Prize at 10th Annual Crunchyroll Anime Awards
“My Hero Academia Final Season” took home the top prize for Anime of the Year at the 10th Crunchyroll Anime Awards, held on Saturday, May 23, in Tokyo. Voice actress Sally Amaki and entertainer Jon Kabira were back for the fourth year in a row to host the event; guest
Bangladesh puts AI in driving seat to tackle Dhaka’s traffic gridlock
According to a study, Dhaka records an average speed of just 4.8kmh.
Pee for the planet: How Football fans are tackling Sweden’s fertiliser problem using urine
Could pee hold the answer to Europe’s fertiliser crisis? Swedish football fans are taking to the toilets to find out.
Squeals of horror over price caps – but how are we going to fix our broken food system?
Global events and the climate crisis have left Britain’s food system dangerously exposed and in desperate need of an overhaul The news that the Treasury was asking UK supermarkets to cap price rises on essential foods was greeted with predictable squeals of horror this week.
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Frequent flyers: How many of these airline collectibles do you have?
From Lufthansa’s first class ducks to KLM’s miniature houses, these items are a hot commodity among aviation enthusiasts.
Four dead and dozens injured in wave of Russian strikes on Kyiv
More than 50 people have been injured, including three children, with damage reported across Kyiv and nearby areas.
Johor declares Monday special holiday after JDT football club wins Malaysia Cup
Also known as the Southern Tigers, JDT beat Kuching City FC 2-0 in the final to win their fourth consecutive Malaysia Cup title.
How to Live Fully: Ursula K. Le Guin’s Remedy for Our Resistance to Change
The most assuring thing about life is that we can change, that things can change, that they are always changing. The most maddening is that despite living in a universe that is one constant transmutation of energy and matter, despite living in bodies and minds whose cells and
Keep your GTA 6, the news I can finally play the console-exclusive DLC for Saints Row 2 from 2009 on PC is what I've been waiting for
Bless the modders.
China lowers death toll in Shanxi coal mine disaster to 82
Initial state media reports said at least 90 people were killed.
Axios says proposed US-Iran deal involves opening strait during 60-day ceasefire extension
May 23 (Reuters) - The U.S. and Iran areclose to signing a dealinvolving a 60-day ceasefire extension, during which the Strait of Hormuz would be reopened,Iranwould be able to freely sell oil and negotiations would be held on curbing Iran's nuclear program, Axios reported on
Lack of clues slowing probe into brutal elephant killing, says Sabah state minister
The hacked elephant head and its tusks are likely buried far from the actual murder site.
Election rout creates uncertainty over who represents Japan’s opposition
The situation has emerged due to the CRA having the most seats among non-governing parties.
Pilgrims from the West flock to hajj despite Mideast war
Despite the Middle East war and a US government travel advisory, there was never any doubt in Fadel's mind that he would attend this year's hajj pilgrimage in Saudi Arabia. "Even if the war were still ongoing, I would not have backed out," the 49-year-old US national, who asked
Cyberattacks against Japan drastically down during Lunar New Year holidays: US cybersecurity firm
The phishing attacks were disguised as emails from big firms such as Amazon, Microsoft and PayPay.
Trump throws weight behind Japan’s Takaichi in meeting with Xi, Yomiuri says
Mr Trump reportedly said Ms Takaichi is not the kind of leader who deserves criticism.
Trump throws weight behind Japan's Takaichi in meeting with Xi, Yomiuri says
TOKYO, May 24 - U.S. President Donald Trump defended Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi when Chinese President Xi Jinping criticised her in the Sino-U.S. summit this month, Japan's Yomiuri Shimbun daily said on Sunday, citing unidentified government sources.
Here’s Where to Watch the 2026 French Open Live Online
The best and brightest tennis players in the world, like Jannik Sinner, Novak Djokovic, Aryna Sabalenka, Coco Gauff and others, travel to Paris to compete during the 125th French Open at Roland Garros Stadium. For the Grand Slam tennis tournament, live matches are spread over
Lightning advance: Swathes of Hanoi demolished for development
Hundreds of thousands could be displaced to make way for construction, authorities say.
Suspect killed after opening fire on Secret Service near White House
Officials say a suspect approached a checkpoint near the building and opened fire, and that a bystander was wounded.
Trump considers Iran compromise as Netanyahu's influence on him wanes
As Washington weighs a Pakistan-brokered cease-fire and renewed nuclear talks, Israeli officials fear Trump is sidelining Netanyahu after a war that lasted longer – and cost more politically and economically – than the White House expected
IDF avoids deploying combat system at Lebanon post over women troops sources say
Haaretz has learned the Israeli military avoided deploying a key defense system at a Lebanon outpost staffed by ultra-Orthodox soldiers because the unit operating it includes women
