He’s on the board but frozen out: The Taib family feud tearing Sarawak construction giant apart
The escalating family feud could well impact Sarawak's upcoming state election.
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India’s softer tone on Bangladesh hits a hard note in Assam
Dhaka on Thursday (April 30) issued a sharp diplomatic protest by summoning India’s acting High Commissioner, Pawan Badhe, following controversial remarks by Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma that Bangladesh says undermine bilateral ties. Officials at the Ministry of
Large sign in Thailand collapses at Thai market, killing teen and injuring 11
Strong winds caused the large entrance arch structure at Pongsiri Market to give way.
Riot erupts over Australian Indigenous girl's suspected killer, authorities urge calm
SYDNEY, May 1 - Hundreds of protesters clashed with Australian emergency services workers in a remote town following the arrest of a man suspected of murdering a 5-year-old Indigenous girl, police said on Friday.
House arrest sparks little hope of Myanmar’s Suu Kyi reclaiming limelight
There were no signals that Aung San Suu Kyi's family mansion would again draw crowds of followers.
Africa: Hate On Parade - Xenophobic Marches Gather Pace As UN Warns South Africa
[Daily Maverick] Across major cities, political entrepreneurs like Jacinta Ngobese-Zuma and Zandile Dabula are staging increasingly bold anti-migrant marches, with little pushback from authorities. As António Guterres condemns the surge in threats and violence, South Africa
Lizzo Celebrates Her ‘Independence From the Bullshit’ on Feminist Single ‘Bitch’
The singer dedicated the song to women "who get called a bitch for having boundaries, for being sexual, for speaking up for themselves, for working hard and owning businesses"
China should borrow Britain’s tobacco-ban logic, not its law
Britain’s Tobacco and Vapes Bill, passed by Parliament in April and awaiting Royal Assent, would permanently bar the sale of tobacco to anyone born on or after January 1, 2009. The measure is designed to create what British officials call a “smoke-free generation.” It does not
Why drinking more water didn’t prevent kidney stones
Kidney stones are notoriously painful—and frustratingly common, with many people facing repeat episodes. A massive new study tested whether a high-tech hydration program—complete with smart water bottles, reminders, coaching, and even financial incentives—could help people
5 million cataract surgeries performed in 2023
Cataract surgery, which involves the extraction of the lens from the eye, was performed just over 5.0 million times in the EU in 2023. This corresponds to a rate of 1,118.0 surgeries per 100.000 people. Luxembourg recorded the highest rate, with 1,627.3 cataract surgeries per
Hear Two More New Lady Gaga Songs From ‘The Devil Wears Prada 2’ Soundtrack
Along with "Runway," the film's soundtrack includes original tracks "Shape of a Woman” and “Glamorous Life"
Two dead, 10 injured after small plane crashes at Australia airport
The plane crashed into a hangar at Parafield Airport some 17km north of Adelaide shortly after take-off.
Africa: Zambia Govt 'Postponement' of RightsCon 2026 Slammed
[HRW] The Zambian government's decision to postpone RightsCon 2026, effectively canceling the summit, raises concerns about the authorities' commitment to free expression and assembly and about possible Chinese government interference, Human Rights Watch said today. The 14th
Brazil's Congress reduces ex-President Bolsonaro's coup prison sentence
Lawmakers defied President Lula da Silva’s veto and moved to adopt a bill that would dramatically reduce former President Jair Bolsonaro’s 27-year prison sentence for plotting a coup following his loss in the October 2022 presidential elections.
Man arrested in Japan after allegedly incinerating wife at zoo
The suspect allegedly transported the body to the zoo, but police have not said how the victim died.
Week in wildlife: a clever orangutan, a cheeky frog and a dramatic whale rescue
This week’s best wildlife photographs from around the world Continue reading...
Ex-Spandau Ballet singer Ross Davidson sentenced to 14 years for rape and sexual assault
A former frontman for Spandau Ballet has been found guilty of multiple rapes and sexual assaults. He has been sentenced to 14 years in prison.
Commission approves close to €72 million Hungarian state aid measure to support new tyre manufacturing line
The European Commission has approved, under EU state aid rules, a €71.6 million (HUF 28 billion) Hungarian measure in favour of Hankook Tire & Technology Co. Ltd. The measure will support Hankook in setting up a truck and bus radial tyre factory in the Central Transdanubia
Hear Madonna and Sabrina Carpenter Team Up on Buoyant Single ‘Bring Your Love’
The dance number will appear on Madonna's forthcoming album, Confessions II
‘Swapped’ Review: Michael B. Jordon and Juno Temple Voice a Minor but Ravishing Animated Body-Swap Comedy for Tykes
On the story level, "Swapped" is quite basic, but there’s a surprise enchantment to it — it’s like a woodland fairy tale for seven-year-olds, yet on that score it’s visually ravishing and quite touching.
UAE’s OPEC exit hands Asia a petroyuan moment
On May 1, 2026, the United Arab Emirates formally departed from the Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC), ending nearly six decades of membership. Most analysis has fixated on what this means for crude prices, supply discipline and Saudi Arabia’s burden of
Dubai chefs shrink menus as Iran war makes tomatillos, scallops harder to source
DUBAI, May 1 (Reuters) - Dubai chef Shaw Lash at Mexican restaurant Lila Molino flies in her avocados and tomatillos, small, tart green fruits native to Central America that are a staple of Mexican cuisine and key for her colourful and spicy dishes. Now the two-month-old war in
CJ ENM, TBS and U-Next Form Korea-Japan Drama Venture StudioMonowa
A new Korea-Japan content joint venture, StudioMonowa, has been launched by CJ ENM, TBS and U-Next Holdings following a signing ceremony held April 30 at the CJ ENM Center in Seoul, attended by the top leadership of all three companies. The venture pairs CJ ENM’s K-drama
After Orbán's defeat, the EU faces tough questions about Ukraine's accession
The imminent departure of Viktor Orbán is forcing EU leaders to confront uncomfortable questions about Ukraine's accession process that the Hungarian veto had, until now, kept unanswered.
First direct flight from the US in seven years lands in Venezuela
A Miami-Caracas flight reopens the direct route between the US and Venezuela after years of suspension due to political tensions and air restrictions.
Football helping to combat 'domestic violence'
Sport is doing its bit to help combat that seemingly never-ending plague of “domestic abuse”. Approximately 31% of women in the EU (around 50 million) have experienced physical or sexual violence in adulthood, with 18% experiencing partner violence. Data indicates 30% have
The Empire's most OTT lord finally gets his due, portrayed by a YouTuber hamming it up in Total War: Warhammer 3
Summon the Elector Count.
Crowds gather in central London after Banksy confirms new statue
Crowds gathered in central London after Banksy confirmed he was behind a newly installed statue in Waterloo Place.
Euronews Culture's Film of the Week: 'Mother Mary' – The Devil Wears Red
Anne Hathaway headlines both fashion crowdpleaser 'The Devil Wears Prada' and fashion psychodrama 'Mother Mary'. Both have their merits, but we're leaning for the weird one this week...
Trump mulls US troop cuts in Italy and Spain over Iran war row
Trump suggested his administration was also looking into reducing its presence in Spain and Italy over clashes with their leaders on the war in Iran. The comments come just one day after the US president made a similar proposal in Germany.
How LNG interests are seeking to disrupt global talks on decarbonising shipping
Observers say pressure on IMO negotiations appears to be linked to countries that have invested heavily in gas About a fifth of the world’s oil and liquefied natural gas (LNG) passed through the strait of Hormuz , a strip of sea less than 30 miles wide at its narrowest point,
An unorthodox version of quantum theory could reveal what reality is
The implications of quantum mechanics suggest reality isn't as solid as we think it is, but physicist David Bohm had a spin on the theory that restores reality. Columnist Karmela Padavic-Callaghan explores how we could test Bohmian mechanics – and if it will ever become more
Youth Dialogue in Barcelona: Young voices help shape the EU’s next steps on housing
On Monday 20 April, Energy and Housing Commissioner Dan Jørgensen met with a group of young people for a Youth Dialogue on housing in Barcelona: a great opportunity for him to hear at first-hand how today’s housing pressures are reshaping study choices, careers, health and
South East Water chair resigns after critical report
It comes after a group of MPs declared that they had no confidence in the company's leadership.
Half of teenage girls in Japan use AI for advice: Government survey
Among teenage girls, 63.1 per cent said they trust AI's advice on personal relationships.
Iran war shows US economic coercion isn’t what it was
Two months after the United States, along with Israel, launched a war against Iran, that conflict appears far from a lasting resolution. Much commentary on the protracted nature of the conflict has centered on the limits of both the military and diplomatic approaches to the
China slams US regulator’s move to ban labs from electronic testing
Around 75 per cent of certified devices in the US are tested in recognised labs in China.
Seven in ten business owners say unpaid work is expected in their industry, survey finds
Many self-employed professionals report regularly working unpaid hours each week as pitching, revisions and admin tasks increase, according to a new survey. Unpaid work is becoming an accepted part of self-employed life across many industries, according to new research from The
Myanmar’s political makeover unmasked by revolutionary reality
After five years of conflict and a tightly controlled election, Myanmar’s junta leader, Min Aung Hlaing, shed his uniform, named himself president and spoke of peace and reconciliation. The release of elected President Win Myint, the reduction of Aung San Suu Kyi’s sentence and
Africa: African Nations to Benefit From China's Two-Year Zero-Tariff Regime
[Capital FM] Nairobi -- China's zero-tariff treatment to all African countries that have diplomatic relations with it will come into effect starting May 1, 2026 to April 30, 2028.
Tourists feel petrol pinch and cut down on day trips
Tourist attractions in the West report falling numbers as people spend more on essentials.
Your gut takes a “double hit” from stress and late-night eating
Chronic stress is already tough on your gut—but new research suggests late-night eating could make things even worse. Scientists analyzing thousands of people found that those under high stress who also ate a large portion of their calories after 9 p.m. were far more likely to
New debate over Pluto: Is the dwarf set to become a planet again?
Almost 20 years after the debate appeared to be settled, Pluto is back in the spotlight.
How coffee might help your body fight the effects of ageing
Scientists have identified a mechanism through which coffee compounds can help the body against age-related decline.
‘I feel sorry for people who have to deal with volatile gas prices. Our heat pump protects us’
The war on Iran has unexpectedly boosted the UK’s uptake of heat pumps. But are they really worth the investment?
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From an alpine paradise to hidden creeks: Four of Europe’s national parks you can reach by train
Many protected natural landscapes have now introduced measures to manage car access.