Veteran Malaysian singer-actor Jalil Hamid dies at age 69
Known for his Hari Raya songs and roles in various Malaysian films, the actor-singer died in his sleep at his home.
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Education Department launches Title XI investigation into all-women's college
The Education Department on Monday opened a Title IX investigation into Smith College, a private all-women’s school, for admitting transgender women. In a release, the Education Department wrote that its Office for Civil Rights (OCR) is opening an investigation into the
Blast at fireworks factory in China’s Hunan kills 21, Xi calls for probe: State media
Nearly 500 firefighters, rescuers and medical personnel attended the scene.
India's Modi celebrates 'record' win in opposition-held West Bengal
This is the first-ever electoral victory in West Bengal for Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi's Bharatiya Janata Party.
‘Super El Nino’ raises fears for Asia reeling from Middle East conflict
Strong El Nino conditions could spike energy demand, sap hydropower and damage crops.
Kanye West ‘Hurricane’ Copyright Infringement Trial: ‘Snubbed’ Musicians Ask for Half a Million Dollars
The musician now known as Ye is expected to testify
States across the wildfire-prone Western US are using AI for early detection
On a March afternoon, artificial intelligence detected something resembling smoke on a camera feed from Arizona's Coconino National Forest. Human analysts verified it wasn't a cloud or dust, then alerted the state's forest service and largest electric utility.
'Super El Nino' raises fears for Asia reeling from Middle East conflict
The warnings come with Asia buckling under the strain of an energy supply crunch and fears over shortages of fertiliser and other industrial and agricultural components which pass through the Strait of Hormuz.
British pubs closing at a rate of almost two per day in 2026
The British Beer and Pub Association says 161 pubs have closed in the first three months of this year.
‘Homebody’ Trailer: ‘It Doesn’t Get Any Better Than This’ Team Debuts New Ghost Story — And Ambitious Hopes to Remake it (EXCLUSIVE)
“It Doesn’t Get Any Better Than This” duo Nick Toti and Rachel Kempf, who made waves by vowing to never release their word-of-mouth hit horror film onto streaming, VOD or physical media, are back with their newest indie feature. The duo is releasing the trailer for their
Trump disputes ABC reporter's account of call after WHCA dinner
President Trump on Monday denied that he called ABC News reporter Jonathan Karl to check in on him the morning after the shooting in the vicinity of the White House Correspondents’ Association (WHCA) dinner. In a video he posted to the social platform X on April 26, Karl said
Taiwan president returning home after surprise Eswatini trip
Taiwan blamed Chinese pressure for nixing earlier plans to Estawini.
Why endless scrolling gets harder to stop: Three drivers of problematic internet use revealed
Why do so many people lose control over their internet use? While age limits for social media are being debated, many adults also spend hours online every day. For some, this becomes a burden, affecting mental health, daily life and relationships. A new study led by Professor
Rollicking Protest Against Bezos's Met Gala Erupts in Manhattan
The small but joyful action drew dozens of concerned, costumed citizens in a show of defiance against the Amazon billionaire.
IAEA says drone damaged equipment at Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant in Ukraine
May 4 (Reuters) - The International Atomic Energy Agency said on Monday meteorological monitoring equipment at the Russian-held Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant in southeastern Ukraine had been damaged by a drone. The Zaporizhzhia plant, Europe's largest with six reactors, was
China's Wu Yize wins World Snooker Championship for first time
Wu Yize is the second Chinese player to win the world title after Zhao Xintong made history as the first Asian to lift the trophy last year.
Blake Lively Stuns on Met Gala Carpet Hours After Settling Justin Baldoni Lawsuit
Blake Lively made an appearance at the Met Gala on Monday night, after news of her settlement with Justin Baldoni went live earlier in the day. Lively walked the carpet at the starry New York event in an archival 2006 Atelier Versace multi-colored and layered pastel gown,
GameStop CEO baffles CNBC anchors in bizarre interview
Asked where the money will come from for his proposed eBay acquisition, GameStop CEO Ryan Cohen claimed not to understand the question.
‘Heated Rivalry’ Duo and ‘KPop Demon Hunters’ Singers Attend First Met Gala With Bold Fashion — See Hudson Williams, EJAE, Connor Storrie and Audrey Nuna
Fashion’s biggest night is here as the Met Gala kicks off in New York City. Walking the carpet alongside seasoned Met Gala attendees were a couple of first-timers who made their debut at the event held the first Monday in May.Connor Storie and Hudson Williams – leads of the
Bad Bunny Transforms Into an Old Man for Shocking Met Gala Look
Bad Bunny went through the time machine for the 2026 Met Gala. He arrived at the entertainment industry’s most prestigious party as an old man, complete with a walking cane, white hair and hyper-realistic face and hand make-up. The look is an apparent nod to the Met’s “Costume
Obama says his impact would be diminished if he criticized Trump more often
Former President Obama has been selective in criticizing President Trump during the latter’s two terms in office. But he said in a recent interview that doing so more frequently would reduce the effect. “For me to function like Jon Stewart, even once a week, just going off,
Dwayne Johnson Wears Skirt to Met Gala Because the ‘Most Masculine Men Wear Skirts’ in ‘Polynesian Culture’
Dwayne Johnson rocked a black mohair tailcoat and a bow tie paired with a matching pleated skirt as he walked down the 2026 Met Gala red carpet hand-in-hand with his wife, Lauren Hashian. When asked about the look, which was custom-made by designer Thom Browne, Johnson said it
Microsoft ended MS-DOS support 20 years ago, but the latest update for the best roguelike ever made still supports it anyway
Break out the old Compaq.
Gas prices rise 30 cents in past week
Domestic gas prices have increased by more than 30 cents in the past week, as the U.S. military began efforts Monday to escort commercial vessels through the Strait of Hormuz. The national average price of a gallon of regular gas is more than $4.45 as of Monday, according to
OpenAI’s president does ‘all the things,’ except answer a question
The strongest witness for Elon Musk's case against OpenAI so far has been Greg Brockman's journal. Brockman himself is running as a close second. Brockman was called to the stand in a rather unusual way - he was cross-examined first, followed by a direct examination - and he
Alito, Jackson spar as Supreme Court speeds up Louisiana redistricting judgment
The Supreme Court on Monday immediately put into effect its ruling invalidating Louisiana’s congressional map, leaving conservative Justice Samuel Alito and liberal Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson on opposite sides and accusing each other of lacking restraint. The order speeds
Rescuers among three dead after yacht sinks off Australian coast
Volunteer rescuers aged 78 and 62 died after their boat rolled during "treacherous" conditions.
Robots move in as waste firms struggle to find staff
Humanoid robots are being added to the automation of waste sorting.
What's stopping kids from learning useful skills? Short answer: Exams
Across Africa and beyond, education systems are shifting to curricula designed to build critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
Britain condemns Iranian strikes on the United Arab Emirates
May 4 (Reuters) - British Prime Minister Keir Starmer on Monday condemned the Iranian drone and missile strikes targeting the United Arab Emirates. Starmer called on Iran to engage in diplomacy to prevent further escalation in the Middle East, the prime minister's office said.
Heidi Klum Shocks at 2026 Met Gala With Custom Made ‘Living Sculpture’ Ensemble
Supermodel and television host Heidi Klum is one of many to pay homage to the art world at the 2026 MET Gala. Klum took to the steps on Monday night in a custom look by designer Mike Marino, inspired by classical works such as the “Veiled Christ” by Giuseppe Sammartino and the
Protester Tackled to the Ground After Breaking Through Met Gala Entrance
Just as Heidi Klum was ascending the museum stairs, a protester breached the entrance to the Met Gala on Monday night in New York before being tackled by security, briefly rattling the star-studded event but not making it to the carpet. There had been reports ahead of the event
DOJ takes step to wind down Powell probe
Welcome to The Hill's Business & Economy newsletter {beacon} Business & Economy Business & Economy The Big Story DOJ asks judge to vacate Fed subpoena decisions U.S. Attorney Jeanine Pirro asked a court Monday to vacate its decision to quash two subpoenas in her criminal
New ‘Longlegs’ Movie Set for 2028 Release
Paramount is behind the project, which follows the 2024 Neon movie from Osgood Perkins.
Iranian official warns US, UAE against 'military solution' as talks make 'progress'
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi warned the U.S. and United Arab Emirates (UAE) against military action as talks “progress” on ending hostilities in the Middle East. “Events in Hormuz make clear that there's no military solution to a political crisis,” Araghchi said,
Randy Pitchford says Gearbox has a firm no-AI policy after posting an AI-generated image of an AI working at Gearbox
Randy just wanted to have a little fun, but it didn't work out so well.
German defense ministry: No 'definitive cancellation' of US Tomahawk deployment
Germany’s Federal Ministry of Defence said Monday that the U.S. had not yet canceled a Biden administration plan to deploy a battalion with long-range Tomahawk missiles to the country, a plan now under threat after President Trump’s recent clashes with German Chancellor
Iran's social media war
Presented by International Justice Mission {beacon} Technology Technology PRESENTED BY The Big Story Iran makes social media a key front in war with US Sassy comebacks, sarcastic insults and glossy AI-generated videos have all been key tools in Iran’s retaliation against the
For Every Patient Their Own Drug
Patients with exceedingly rare genetic diseases fall through the cracks of the medical system. This doctor is designing drugs for them, one at a time. The post For Every Patient Their Own Drug appeared first on Nautilus .
Ron DeSantis brands NYC mayor Zohran Mamdani ‘realtor of the year’ for driving taxpayers to Florida
In a wide-ranging interview, the former 2024 GOP presidential candidate blasted soaring taxes and runaway spending in big cities like New York, Chicago and California.
Cheerios, Oreo and Mountain Dew roll out patriotic products for America’s 250th
Iconic, all-American brands are teasing special items to commemorate the country's semiquincentennial anniversary this summer.
Foreign soccer fans ditch FIFA World Cup, threatening ‘$30B’ economic boom for the US
Visa delays, concerns about how they would be treated by immigration officials, soaring airfares, a strong US dollar, and geopolitical tensions have kept international travelers home, hotel industry body the AHLA said.
Apple asks Supreme Court for stay in Epic Games case
Correction: This story has been updated to accurately reflect the case's current status. Apple asked the Supreme Court on Monday to pause an appeals court decision sending the case back to a lower court to set a commission rate on linked out transactions last week. The company
US strikes Iranian fast boats as Iran attacks UAE oil facility
Shipping company Maersk says one of its US-flagged commercial vessels has successfully exited the Strait of Hormuz under US military protection.
OpenAI President Greg Brockman grilled over embarrassing diary entries while taking charitable donations from Elon Musk: ‘What will take me to $1B?’
OpenAI's Greg Brockman was grilled by Elon Musk's lawyer over embarrassing diary entries in which he fantasized about becoming a billionaire -- even as the then-nonprofit got millions in donations from Musk.
