Iran and US conclude nuclear talks in Rome and agree on another round next week
Rome has become 'the capital of peace and dialogue' Italian Foreign Minister Tajani claimed. The talks were mediated by Oman.
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Latest news bulletin | April 20th – Morning
Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel.
Battle lines of U.S.-China trade war sharpen in Southeast Asia
As China and the United States prepare for a potentially long and painful trade war, Southeast Asia faces opportunities and challenges.
Boeing jet returns to US from China, a victim of Trump’s tariff war
The aircraft was meant for China’s Xiamen Airlines.
1 man, 10,000 trees: Why China’s fledgling durian farms still can’t compete with Southeast Asian imports
The arrival of home-grown durians on Chinese shelves in the past two years has sparked a gold rush for tropical agriculture in the world’s largest durian market, but it has a long way to go before it can compete with imports from Southeast Asia.
Devolver's financials show Cult of the Lamb is its best seller, earning more than $90 million with DLC a significant factor: 'Gamers are spending more time on known IPs'
The indie label will be "Leaning further into our own popular IPs in a variety of ways".
Social media helps fuel growing sex tourism in Japan
Tourists are being drawn by videos on platforms such as TikTok or the Chinese Bilibili.
Oldest serving US astronaut returns to Earth on 70th birthday
A capsule with Dan Pettit and his two Russian crewmates lands in Kazakhstan after a space station mission.
Japan seeks ‘fairness’ in currency talks with US, Prime Minister Ishiba says
Tokyo has ruled out using its vast US Treasury holdings as leverage.
Soyuz MS-26 spacecraft carrying Expedition 72 crew lands in Kazakhstan
A Russian Soyuz MS-26 spacecraft carrying Russian cosmonauts and a NASA astronaut has returned to Earth as the International Space Station’s Expedition 72 crew end their seven-month research assignment.
Lucasfilm Reveals ‘The Ninth Jedi’ Series at Star Wars Celebration in Tokyo
Lucasfilm leaders had more surprises on the final day of the three-day Star Wars Celebration fan event in Tokyo. A new batch of nine “Star Wars: Visions” shorts will debut Oct. 29 on Disney+, and also upcoming is the longform series “The Ninth Jedi,” a spinoff of an earlier
Security issues in tariff talks not appropriate, says Japan’s PM Ishiba
US President Donald Trump wants America’s allies to pay more for the protection the US provides.
Star Wars to Launch Biggest-Ever ‘Fortnite’ Game Tie-In
“Fortnite” will launch its biggest Star Wars-themed season yet with the May 2 release of “Galactic Battle.” This update will include the popular fan-fiction character Darth Jar Jar. While “Fortnite” has previously teamed up with Disney-owned Lucasfilm for battle royale seasons
Dave Grohl and Cynthia Erivo Join Dudamel and the LA Phil for Coachella Weekend 2 Performance
As promised, Gustavo Dudamel and the LA Phil had surprise guests in store for the second of their two Coachella 2025 performances. Instead of the LL Cool J medley that closed out the symphony’s set on weekend 1, Saturday night’s show climaxed with Dave Grohl fronting the
Maher brushes off criticism of Trump visit as ‘clickbait’: ‘I didn’t surrender to him!’
Comedian Bill Maher rejected criticism of his March White House visit organized by Kid Rock and said he shared harsh truths with President Trump in their face-to-face meeting. During Friday’s episode of HBO’s “Real Time with Bill Maher,” he compared his one-on-one with the
DOJ asks Supreme Court to reject ACLU request to pause deportations
The Trump administration asked the Supreme Court on Saturday afternoon to reject an emergency request to temporarily pause the use of the Alien Enemies Act to deport migrants to El Salvador swiftly detained in portions of Texas. In a court filing, Solicitor General D. John
Netanyahu says Israel has 'no choice' but to continue fighting in Gaza
At least 92 Palestinians were killed and more than 200 others were injured over the past two days as Israel intensifies its operations across the enclave.
Gunmen shoot 12 dead at Ecuador cockfight
Gunmen in fake army uniforms opened fire at a cockfighting ring, in a suspected gang-related attack.
Arrests after 12 shot dead at Ecuador cockfight
Gunmen in fake army uniforms opened fire at a cockfighting ring, in a suspected gang-related attack.
Father of American hostage in Gaza hopeful he is still alive
The father of a U.S.-Israeli hostage held in Gaza said on Saturday he remains hopeful his 21-year-old son was still alive after Hamas said it could not account for his status.
Thousands join anti-Trump protests across US
Demonstrations, taking place on the 250th anniversary of the start of the American Revolutionary War, addressed a range of grievances.
Research monkeys entangled in Trump-Harvard dispute get reprieve
Harvard’s Dr. Sarah Fortune had warned that rhesus macaque test subjects could be euthanized because of a federal grant freeze.
Putin announces 30 hour Ukraine ceasefire over Easter. Warring sides swap record number of POW
Russian President Vladimir Putin has announced a temporary Easter ceasefire in Ukraine, as Russia and Ukraine swapped hundreds of captured soldiers in the largest exchange since Moscow's full-scale invasion started over three years ago.
Three fired Pentagon officials say they've been 'slandered' by 'baseless attacks' from 'unnamed' officials
Three Pentagon officials fired on Friday after being placed on administrative leave amid an ongoing investigation into information leaks at the Defense Department say they are "incredibly disappointed by the manner in which our service at the Department of Defense ended." In a
Vince Vaughn Visits Donald Trump and The White House Shares ‘Wedding Crashers’ Parody Poster
The White House’s official social media commemorated Donald Trump’s visit with Vince Vaughn by sharing a parody poster for Vaughn’s 2005 comedy “Wedding Crashers.” Friday, the “Swingers” star stopped by the Oval Office to meet with the POTUS. Following their chat, the official
India's sword-wielding grandmother still going strong at 82
At 82, Meenakshi Amma is possibly the oldest woman to practise an ancient Indian martial art.
Anti-Trump demonstrators rally across the US
Thousands of people nationwide gathered on Saturday to voice their opposition to President Trump's administration and several of its policy initiatives. Lafayette Square outside the White House was packed with demonstrators in the morning while some rallied near the Washington
Diablo is doing a crossover with grimdark anime Berserk and, OK, that makes sense
Yes, I know it was a manga first.
Inside the rural Texas town where Elon Musk is basing his business empire
The tycoon and Donald Trump advisor has moved his businesses from California to a mostly rural central Texas county. What do the neighbours think?
Police algorithm said Lina was at 'medium' risk. Then she was killed
Spanish police use an algorithm to assess the risk of repeat domestic violence. Does it work?
The mother and children trapped between two conflicts
Fighting between rival forces resumes in South Sudan, while a full-scale civil war rages in neighbouring Sudan.
Who Is Jey Uso, WWE Superstar Beloved by Lil Wayne, Travis Scott and More?
It’s April 7, 2024, and WWE Superstar Jey Uso can barely believe his luck. He’s a major player at the biggest event in wrestling history, WrestleMania 40, and he’s pitted against his own twin Jimmy in a dream match they’ve wanted since being kids. Jey’s fighting his brother in
Meta, Amazon, YouTube among White House Easter Egg Roll sponsors
This year's White House Easter Egg roll on the South Lawn will feature events sponsored by some major corporations, including Amazon, Meta, Youtube. Amazon is sponsoring the reading nook offered to guests, while Meta plans to offer an AI-Powered experience and photo
Commentary: Xi Jinping’s visit to Vietnam is not all about Donald Trump
Hanoi’s welcome of the Chinese president amid the global tariff war is about serving Vietnam’s national interests and development, says this ISEAS-Yusof Ishak Institute researcher.
At least 11 killed in India building collapse
A residential building collapses on the outskirts of the Indian capital.
Zelensky says Russian attacks ongoing despite Putin announcing 'Easter truce'
The Ukrainian president accused Moscow of "trying to create a general impression of a ceasefire".
Daughter of Real-Life ‘Iron Claw’ Wrestler Slams A24 Film as ‘Heart-Wrenching’ and ‘Inaccurate’
The Von Erich family is speaking up to say A24 got it wrong. In a forthcoming episode of Investigation Discovery’s docuseries “Hollywood Demons,” which airs Monday, Lacey Von Erich, the daughter of Kerry Von Erich (played by Jeremy Allen White), said A24 left out some crucial
