Hegseth quizzed for nearly six hours on Iran in first congressional appearance since war began
The war has cost $25 billion so far (€21 billion), according to Pentagon figures presented to the House Armed Services Committee.
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Leader of Cambodia's defunct opposition loses appeal against treason conviction, lawyer says
PHNOM PENH, April 30 - A Cambodian appeals court on Thursday upheld a 27-year sentence for former opposition leader Kem Sokha for his treason conviction, his lawyer said, another blow to an opposition decimated by the ruling party's long-running crackdown.
US seeks new coalition to get ships moving again in Hormuz, internal cable says
WASHINGTON, April 29 - President Donald Trump's administration is seeking the participation of other countries to form an international coalition to restore freedom of navigation in the Strait of Hormuz, according to a State Department cable seen by Reuters.
Growing US-South Korea tensions spill over into intelligence, business fronts
A series of speed bumps have unsettled the alliance since Mr Trump’s return to office in January 2025.
Cambodian court denies appeal by detained opposition leader Kem Sokha
The judges also added an additional five-year international travel ban to Kem Sokha's sentence.
Trump says he is weighing reducing US troop presence in Germany after Iran feud with Merz
Trump's threat comes after Merz earlier this week said that Washington was being “humiliated” by the Iranian leadership, criticising the US lack of strategy in the war.
Christchurch mass killer loses bid to overturn conviction
White supremacist Brenton Tarrant's appeal is "utterly devoid of merit", a New Zealand court has ruled.
Oil jumps to highest price since 2022 after report Trump to be briefed on new Iran options
Axios reported that US Central Command has prepared a plan for a wave of "short and powerful" strikes on Iran.
David Allan Coe, Controversial Country Star Who Sang ‘The Ride’ and ‘You Never Even Called Me By My Name,’ Dies at 86
David Allan Coe, the controversial outlaw country star best known for songs like “The Ride,” “Mona Lisa Lost Her Smile” and “You Never Even Called Me By My Name,” has died, according to Rolling Stone. He was 86. Coe, born in 1939 in Akron, Ohio, got his start in 1960s Nashville
What is Proficiency in Saros?
Proficiency determines the levels of your weapons in Saros. Here's how to increase it and what else it effects.
The best weapons in Saros
Our picks for the top five weapons in Saros, alongside the three best power weapons, with an overview of their standard and alt-fire modes.
How to grapple in Saros
Learn how to grapple in Saros, including how grappling works and when you can access it in the story.
How to get Honorarium Sigils in Saros
A full explainer on Honorarium Sigils in Saros including how to get them, how to use them, and what you get for using them to open the sealed chamber.
How to break yellow barriers in Saros
An explainer on how to break through yellow barriers in Saros, so you can access the items and rewards behind them.
How to beat the Shepherd boss in Saros
The Shepherd boss is found at the end of the Acolyte's Haven biome in Saros. Here's how to defeat the monster at sea and avoid its attacks.
How to beat the Rhabdom boss in Saros
Rhabdom is a boss found in the Colony section of Shattered Descent in Saros. Here's how to defeat them and avoid their attacks.
How to beat the Legion boss in Saros
Legion is the fourth boss in Saros. Here's how to easily defeat them and avoid their attacks.
How to beat the Architect boss in Saros
The Architect is a challenging flying monstrosity in Saros and the boss of the Desecrated Fortress. Here's how to beat it and avoid its attacks.
Best Carcosan modifiers in Saros
In Saros, you can equip modifiers to give Arjun buffs and debuffs. In this list, you find the five best modifiers to equip.
S. Korea to remove ‘out-of-wedlock child’ term from welfare forms
The move comes as births outside legal marriage are becoming more common in South Korea.
One dead, 2 injured in S. Korea apartment fire
The resident died after falling during evacuation.
US military commanders to brief Trump on new options against Iran, Axios reports
April 29 (Reuters) - U.S. President Donald Trump will receive a briefing on new plans for potential military action against Iran on Thursday from the leader of the U.S. Central Command, Brad Cooper, Axios reported on Wednesday. The briefing will take place on Thursday,
‘Parasite’ Producer Barunson Boards Indonesian Horror Feature ‘Zona Merah: Dead City’
The Seoul-based sales and production house will launch the zombie thriller at next month's Cannes Marché du Film.
Malaysia to slash 2026 federal operating spend over Iran war costs
The finance ministry suggested RM5.4 billion (US$1.36 billion) in budget cuts for health and higher education ministries, according to local media reports.
New Zealand mosque shooter's bid to appeal convictions denied by court
WELLINGTON, April 30 - New Zealand's Court of Appeal on Thursday denied convicted Christchurch mosque shooter Brenton Tarrant's bid to appeal his convictions, ruling his attempt to overturn guilty pleas for the country's deadliest mass shooting was \"utterly devoid of merit\".
David Allan Coe, Singer of the ‘Perfect Country and Western Song,’ Dead at 86
Unapologetic outlaw country artist was known for singing "You Never Even Called Me by My Name" and "The Ride," and writing "Take This Job and Shove It"
Residents of Australia’s ‘most beautiful’ street fed up with viral fame
Tasman Drive in Gerringong has attracted attention on social media apps such as Instagram, TikTok and Xiaohongshu.
New Zealand mosque shooter loses bid to overturn convictions
He had appealed to the Court of Appeal in February citing “torturous and inhumane” detention conditions.
Indonesia’s Riau, South Sumatra brace themselves for forest fires as El Nino looms
The two provinces are particularly prone to recurring fires.
Fire razes five houses in Kuala Lumpur, killing one
The fire completely destroyed one of the houses, while the four others were damaged to varying degrees.
Indonesia fatal train crash: Accidents mount as crossings left unchecked
The Indonesian President has pledged to build an overpass near the station.
James leading GOP gubernatorial primary in Michigan: Survey
U.S. Rep. John James (R-Mich.) is the leading Republican candidate in Michigan’s gubernatorial primary race, according to new polling. Glengariff Group, Inc. published new polling data for the race on Tuesday from likely GOP primary voters in the state. James garnered 37
Vehicle workshops in Malaysia steering into scams
Many such workshops are out to make a quick buck by “repairing” problems that do not exist.
Bali drowning in trash after landfill closed
Bali's largest landfill was declared off-limits for organic waste from the beginning of April, as the government moves to enforce a longstanding ban on open tips.
Bali drowning in rubbish after landfill closed
Bali's largest landfill was declared off-limits for organic waste from the beginning of April, as the government moves to enforce a longstanding ban on open tips.
‘Melrose Place’ Star Patrick Muldoon’s Cause of Death Revealed
The actor died on Sunday, April 19
Republicans unlock filibuster-skirting power to pump billions of dollars to ICE
An unrelated revolt over the farm bill almost tanked a White House-backed, two-step plan to end the 10-week-old DHS shutdown.
Malaysia civil servants’ sick days drop by 30% after work-from-home policy rolls out
The WFH arrangement currently involves 390 employees or 50 per cent of the workforce.
Johnson quashes farm bill rebellion to pass budget blueprint for reconciliation 2.0
Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.) on Wednesday quashed a rebellion over the farm bill to allow the House to adopt a budget blueprint for a second reconciliation bill that would fund immigration enforcement. The 215-211-1 party-line vote, with Rep. Kevin Kiley (I-Calif.) voting
Initial Australian inquiry into Bondi Beach shooting calls for counter-terrorism reforms
By Renju Jose SYDNEY, April 30 (Reuters) - An interim report into last year's Bondi Beach mass shooting on Thursday advised increased security around Jewish public events and further gun reforms among 14 initial recommendations, but found Australia's legal and regulatory
North Korea faces severe drought: State media
The extreme weather comes as food shortages are already a key concern in the country.
Bali drowning in trash after island’s largest landfill shuts
Rubbish is piling up in the streets and attracting rats, or being set alight by frustrated residents.
‘The Apprentice’ Reboot With Donald Trump Jr. as Host Reportedly Under Early Discussion at Amazon
Amazon is considering a potential reboot of the Donald Trump-hosted reality competition show “The Apprentice” for its Prime Video streamer, according to a report late Wednesday by the Wall Street Journal. But the newspaper added that instead of the President at the helm, it
Joy as record-breaking runner Sawe returns home
BBC reports from Kenya, home to Sabastian Sawe, the first man to run a marathon in under two hours.
No more three-hour traffic crawls: Johor residents pin hopes on upcoming RTS Link
Some noted that affordability of the RTS Link will be a key consideration for commuters.
Case against West Virginia woman accused of plotting Trump assassination is dismissed
Charges against Morgan Morrow, the West Virginia woman who was arrested in January for alleged terroristic threats linked to a social media post about President Donald Trump and a sniper, have been dismissed.