Malaysia to seek clarity on Norway missile deal
The country's Defence Minister said the move aims to safeguard Malaysia's interests.
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Philippines says Iran war sends economic growth to five-year low
GDP expansion for the three months to March is significantly lower than the same period in 2025.
Vigils planned across Australia for dead 5-year-old Indigenous girl
SYDNEY, May 7 - Mourners on Thursday will gather across Australia to hold vigils for a five-year-old Indigenous girl whose alleged abduction and murder shocked the nation and sparked riots in the Outback town of Alice Springs.
Rupiah’s fall shows old emerging-market playbook no longer works
On May 5, the rupiah closed at 17,445 per dollar — its weakest level on record — and by evening Bank Indonesia had tightened foreign-exchange rules for the third time in two months. Cash dollar purchases without underlying documentation are now capped at US$25,000, down from
Kanye Denies Stonewalling Musicians at ‘Hurricane’ Copyright Trial
The artist, now known as Ye, clearly wasn't happy to be on the witness stand over an early version of his Grammy-winning song "Hurricane"
Atari just bought the rights to the big daddy of PC RPGs, and a reissue campaign is afoot
The first five Wizardry games have been rescued from obscurity.
Trump sees swift end to war as Iran reviews US peace proposal
By Ariba Shahid, Steve Holland and Alexander Cornwell ISLAMABAD/WASHINGTON/TEL AVIV, May 7 (Reuters) - U.S. President Donald Trump predicted a swift end to the war with Iran as Tehran considered a U.S. peace proposal that sources said would formally end the conflict while
Has ‘The Beast’ arrived in Beijing? Trump’s motorcade SUVs spotted before visit
Heavily-armoured United States Secret Service vehicles spotted in China’s capital herald the year’s most significant diplomatic event.
US senators urge stability, cooperation between US, China
BEIJING, May 7 - A delegation of United States senators visiting Beijing has called for stability and peaceful cooperation between the world's two largest economies a week before the countries' leaders meet.
Iranian embassy denies armed forces struck South Korean ship in Hormuz
The blast and fire occurred on May 4 on a cargo ship carrying 24 crew members.
Drink driving suspect caught on video jogging away from car crash in S. Korea
Witnesses said the man changed into sportswear and fled the scene by pretending to go for a jog.
Popular Italian food brand accused of ‘tomato fraud’ in new lawsuit
“San Marzano tomatoes are considered the Ferrari or Prada of canned tomato varieties," the lawsuit said. "Defendant’s marketing and labeling of Cento San Marzanos as 'Certified San Marzano' tomatoes is false, misleading, and unfair."
With a peak player count of 14.2 million, 99 Nights in the Forest has an audience other multiplayer games would kill for: 'To find these behemoth playerbases you need to be on a platform like Roblox'
"Kids are on Roblox, and that's where the players are," says developer Alec Kieft.
Rewilding giants: captive elephants rehomed in Europe’s first sanctuary
Julie, once a circus elephant, and Kariba, from a Belgian zoo, are to be moved to a former ranch in Portugal Europe’s first large-scale elephant sanctuary, which is opening to offer a more natural environment for some of the 600 animals still held in captivity across the
Gearbox Studio Quebec founders start new studio
'We'll prove the vision first, then grow around it.'
Australia to force gas giants to reserve fuel for domestic use
Australia’s largest gas exporters will be forced to set aside 20 per cent of their export production.
California governor's debate devolves into bickering as primary nears
As candidates for governor of California struggle to stand out in their bids to succeed Gov. Gavin Newsom (D), a Wednesday debate saw deep policy debate devolve into bickering among the crowded field. Former Health and Human Services Secretary Xavier Becerra (D) was a main
No Doubt Set List: Every Song Played at Sphere Residency Opener in Las Vegas (UPDATING LIVE)
No Doubt kicked off their Las Vegas residency tonight at Sphere, giving a first look at what to expect from the 12 shows they have booked at the venue. The quartet, consisting of Gwen Stefani, Tony Kanal, Tom Dumont and Adrian Young, initially announced the run of shows at
‘The Boys’ Creator Eric Kripke Fires Back at Fans Who Complain the Final Season Has Too Many ‘Filler Episodes’: ‘Are You Expecting a Huge Battle Scene Every Episode?’
“The Boys” creator Eric Kripke recently fired back at fans who complained that there are too many “filler episodes” in the fifth and final season of Prime Video’s superhero satire. “None of the things that happen in the last few episodes will matter if you don’t flesh out the
US fires at Iranian oil tanker as Trump pushes for peace deal
Tehran has yet to respond to Washington's plan, but Iran's chief negotiator warned the US is seeking to force the Islamic Republic's 'surrender'. It it unclear how the one-page memorandum differs from the 14-point plan proposed by Iran last week.
Hundreds arrested after post-poll violence kills at least three in Indian state
NEW DELHI, May 7 - Hundreds of people were arrested after post-election violence erupted this week in an eastern Indian state, killing at least three people, including the aide to a senior leader of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's Bharatiya Janata Party.
Bus and oil tanker collide in Indonesia, killing at least 16 people
The head-on collision between an intercity bus and a tanker truck on the Trans-Sumatra Highway triggered a fire that engulfed both vehicles, leaving many victims trapped inside.
Rubio to meet Pope Leo as Trump keeps up attacks on pontiff
By Joshua McElwee VATICAN CITY, May 7 (Reuters) - U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio will meet Pope Leo at the Vatican on Thursday, in a potentially fraught encounter as President Donald Trump has continued a series of disparaging attacks on the Catholic leader over the Iran
‘Avengers: Doomsday’ Director Joe Russo Says Spoilers Are ‘Over-Policed’: ‘People Are Anxious About Engaging With Anything’
Joe Russo, one-half of the directing duo behind “Avengers: Doomsday,” recently told Metro that he thinks spoilers are “over-policed” online to the point that fans are scared to engage with any material surrounding a film before it hits the big screen. “On one hand, audiences
Tokyo leads Asia stock surge on growing Mideast peace hopes
Tokyo's Nikkei index soared Thursday to lead another strong rally across Asia stocks, fuelled by growing optimism the Iran war is close to ending and the revival of demand for all things AI. Oil prices also held the week's steep losses due to hopes Washington and Tehran will
Malaysia weighs targeted fuel subsidy cuts for higher-income groups as costs surge
The country is now looking at spending up to RM6 billion monthly to keep subsidies in place and avoid passing costs directly to households.
South Korea ex-PM's martial law sentence cut to 15 years on appeal
Han had "abandoned the grave responsibilities" of his position by engaging in the declaration of martial law in South Korea in 2024, said an appeals court judge.
Gas companies will be forced to set aside local supply under major Labor shakeup
Albanese government announces east coast gas reservation policy, which will require producers to set aside 20% of export volumes Follow our Australia news live blog for latest updates Get our breaking news email , free app or daily news podcast Gas companies will be forced to
AI disinformation tests South Korean laws ahead of local elections
The government has hired hundreds of staff to track and counter manipulated content ahead of local ballots.
Iranian official calls reported peace proposal 'Americans' wish list'
An Iranian official on Wednesday called a reported peace deal for the end to the U.S. war against Iran the “Americans’ wish list.” “Axios' text is Americans' wish list until it becomes reality,” Ebrahim Rezaei, a spokesperson for the Iranian parliament on national security,
South Korea appeals court cuts jail term for ex-PM Han to 15 years in martial law case
SEOUL, May 7 - A South Korean appeals court on Thursday cut the jail sentence for former Prime Minister Han Duck-soo to 15 years from 23 years over his role in ex-President Yoon Suk Yeol's brief imposition of martial law in 2024.
Trump again aims for a Tehran deal as Israeli interests sidelined
Amid stepped-up pressure on Tehran, Trump signals urgency to secure a deal and avoid deeper conflict – even as officials frame it as leverage – raising concerns in Jerusalem that Israel's priorities are being traded for a quick diplomatic win
S. Korea’s former PM Han Duck-soo’s martial law sentence cut to 15 years on appeal
He was earlier sentenced to 23 years' jail for engaging in Yoon Suk Yeol's martial law declaration.
Scientists reverse diabetes in mice with lab-grown insulin cells
Scientists in Sweden have taken a major step toward a potential cure for type 1 diabetes by developing a more reliable way to create insulin-producing cells from human stem cells. These lab-grown cells not only respond strongly to glucose but were also able to restore blood
PlayStation users could get refunds in Sony settlement
Sony was accused of monopolizing the market and driving up prices for specific digital games purchased through the PlayStation Store.
Government not sitting on space alien evidence, Obama reiterates
The former president emphasized there’s no way such a secret could stay confidential.
South Korea to seek peace despite North’s revised Constitution
North Korea deleted all references to uniting the divided peninsula from its Constitution.
Disney makes move to ditch gas engines on iconic attraction amid crackdown from California regulators
The Anaheim theme park is making the change as California regulators continue cracking down on emissions statewide.
All Star Fox games that the new Star Fox game is technically a remake of
Star Fox (2026) is technically Nintendo's fifth time releasing this Star Fox game. Here're all Star Fox games the new Star Fox game remakes.
Bass spars with primary challengers at LA mayor's debate
Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass (D) sparred in a feisty debate with her primary challengers over how to handle wildfires, homelessness and immigration in the country’s second-largest city a month out from the mayoral primary election. “Our mayor is the CEO of the city. She sets
Fuel shortages in Indonesia spread from Riau to several cities in Kalimantan
One city's mayor has introduced limits to the amount of fuel each vehicle can purchase.
North Korea not bound to any treaty on non-proliferation of nuclear weapons, KCNA reports
SEOUL, May 7 - North Korea is not bound to any treaty on non-proliferation of nuclear weapons, state media KCNA reported on Thursday, as Pyongyang continues to reject international pressure and sanctions to dismantle its nuclear programme.
Source: Israel–Lebanon talks to resume in Washington as tensions flare
Israeli sources say the White House is trying to set up diplomatic talks, which are expected to resume next week in Washington. The push comes even as Israel struck Beirut for the first time since the cease-fire, while Hezbollah said it hit several IDF positions, wounding three
Giuliani has left ICU: spokesperson
Former New York City Mayor Rudy Giuliani (R) has left the ICU after he was hospitalized over the weekend, according to a spokesperson. In a statement to The Hill, Giuliani spokesperson Ted Goodman said that the former New York City mayor was “out of the ICU and will spend some
Vigils to be held across Australia for murdered 5-year-old girl
Kumanjayi Little Baby was found dead after going missing from an Aboriginal town camp in Alice Springs.
US reinstates deportation proceedings against pro-Palestinian student Mahdawi
By Kanishka Singh WASHINGTON, May 6 (Reuters) - The U.S. Board of ImmigrationAppeals has reinstated deportation proceedings against pro-Palestinian student Mohsen Mahdawi, according to a court filing from his lawyers. A U.S. immigration judge in February had rejected efforts by
Anxious Australian retirees ramp up pension fund withdrawals
Funds have noticed customers switching from typically balanced portfolios to more defensive options.
German tourist wins payout after losing sun lounger race
The man sued his tour operator for allowing people to reserve sun loungers with towels despite a hotel ban on the practice.
