Senate Republicans clear go-it-alone path for ICE funding

An early-morning budget vote sets the stage for a planned $70 billion immigration enforcement bill.

Iran says won't reopen Hormuz if US upholds naval blockade

Iran vowed it would not reopen the Strait of Hormuz as long as the United States continues to blockade its ports, in a tense standoff on Thursday that has dominated the ceasefire in the Middle East war. While strikes around the region have mostly ceased since the truce began,

Warning of higher condom prices goes viral in China, stokes stockpiling talk

One user said “a few dozen yuan for a condom" is more cost-effective than raising a child.

Russian oil flow to Slovakia via Druzhba pipeline resumes

Bratislava confirmed that the country started receiving crude oil through the Druzhba pipeline early on Thursday, after a three-month halt.

Doomed diplomacy: Iran’s pros wrestle while US rookies play poker

Imagine a poker game in which one player has spent decades mastering every bluff, every tell, every hidden card. Their opponent, playing for the first time, relies on instinct, bravado and the vague hope that sheer force of will can substitute for skill. Now imagine that the

Italy under pressure over Kanye ‘Ye’ West gig after UK, France, Poland and Switzerland cancellations

The European leg of controversial rapper’s 2026 tour has so far been derailed by several cancellations over his past antisemitic remarks. Gigs in UK, France, Poland and Switzerland have already been axed, and his upcoming Italian concert is now under pressure from trade unions

Three GOP senators back Sanders amendment to slash drug prices

Three Republican senators voted in support of an amendment sponsored by Sen. Bernie Sanders (I-Vt.) early Thursday morning to slash prescription drug prices by requiring that Americans pay no more for their medications than Europeans or Canadians. Two of the chambers most

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I bought every ship in Windrose – here's what you should spend your pirate gold on first

Recommendations for the best Windrose ships to build and materials you'll need.

Samsung workers protest over huge pay gap with SK Hynix, threaten long strike

Should their demands not be met, they plan to strike for 18 days from May 21.

Malaysia’s King says will pick new head of anti-graft agency, warns against politicising issue

The appointment of Malaysia's top graft-buster is governed by Section 5 of the MACC Act 2009, which says that the King will appoint the chief commissioner based on the advice of the prime minister.

Stranger Things: Tales from '85 review: The best Stranger Things season since 2019

Stranger Things: Tales from '85 recaptures the early charm of the original show with clever writing and great voice acting.

‘Stranger Things’ Animated Spinoff ‘Tales From ’85’ Is a Depressing, Cynical Retread: TV Review

Most spinoffs expand their flagship shows in a direction. That direction could be forward, following a beloved character past the events of the original story, á la “Frasier”; it could be backward, fleshing out the origins of a person or place with pre-established significance,

Does lowering speed limits have an impact on road deaths and injuries in Europe?

From Paris to Stuttgart, cities are hitting the brakes on speed in an effort to save lives. Could this be the key to reaching zero road deaths in the EU by 2050?

Kim Kardashian’s Paris Robbery Getting Four-Part Docuseries ‘Kim, the Diamond, and the Grandpa Robbers’

Kim Kardashian’s robbery at gunpoint in an apartment during the 2016 Paris Fashion Week is getting the docuseries treatment. “Kim, the Diamond and the Grandpa Robbers,” is a four-part series from Pernel Media (“Missed Call,” “The Au Pair’”) for Canal+ Originals. As per the

Duran Duran and Nile Rodgers Throw a Disco Party on New Single ‘Free To Love’

Keyboardist Nick Rhodes called the band's latest collaboration a "call to all the people out there who want peace, hope and understanding to prevail"

Commission launches €2.25 million call to strengthen Cypriot civil society

The European Commission has launched a new €2.25 million call for proposals under the ‘Cypriot Civil Society in Action' programme. This initiative, now in its tenth edition, seeks to support civil society organisations (CSOs) across the island, with a particular focus on

A robot Sony built with AI is defeating human pros at table tennis

Japanese electronics giant Sony built the robotic arm it calls Project Ace and pitted it against professional athletes.

Simple “gut reset” may stop weight gain after Ozempic or Wegovy

A new minimally invasive procedure may help people keep weight off after stopping popular drugs like Ozempic and semaglutide—something most patients struggle with. In a clinical trial, those who underwent a technique called duodenal mucosal resurfacing regained far less weight

No unilateral moves on Strait of Malacca, says Malaysia after Indonesia floats toll idea

It said Malaysia, Singapore, Indonesia and Thailand shared a “watertight understanding”.

Newsletter: EU leaders weigh a NATO-style common defence clause

Also in this newsletter: EU unblocks €90bn Ukraine loan and new Russia sanctions.

‘No unilateral decisions’ on Malacca Strait, ASEAN works by consensus: Malaysia’s foreign minister

Malaysian Foreign Minister Mohamad Hasan’s comments came amid geopolitical tensions in the Middle East, with a chokepoint at the Strait of Hormuz, and after Indonesia Foreign Minister Purbaya Yudhi Sadewa floated the idea of imposing a levy on ships passing through the Malacca

Commission proposes full resumption of EU-Syria Cooperation Agreement

The European Commission has proposed the full resumption of the EU-Syria Cooperation Agreement, marking a new step in relations between both sides. This follows the announcement by President von der Leyen in January 2026 of the EU's new framework of cooperation with Syria. As

Richest countries in 2026: New measure of wealth pushes France and Germany out of top ten

Measures of “richest countries” can be misleading. A new prosperity index — looking at income, GDP and how wealth translates into quality of life, social cohesion and long-term development — does not place the US, Germany, or France in the top ten.

Annual UK borrowing falls by £20bn but Iran war clouds outlook

The improvement in government finances is unlikely to last, analysts say, with the impact of the Iran way yet to hit.

Trump administration flies 10-year-old back from Cuba amid custody fight

President Trump's Department of Justice sent a plane this week to Cuba to return a 10-year-old from Utah who is at the center of a custody fight involving the child's gender identity.

US says China used 'intimidation' to block Taiwan leader's Africa trip

Beijing said it had "high appreciation" for the African countries that blocked the permits for Taiwan's President Lai Ching-te's trip planned for this week.

This new brain-like chip could slash AI energy use by 70%

A breakthrough in brain-inspired computing could make today’s energy-hungry AI systems far more efficient. Researchers have engineered a new nanoelectronic device using a modified form of hafnium oxide that mimics how neurons process and store information at the same time.

The EU's age-verification app: a long-awaited ‘technical fix’

Brussels says its age-verification app is ready, but critics argue the Commission is both too slow and focused on the wrong problem. The presentation has already sparked debate over its security and effectiveness.

A catastrophic climate event is upon us. Here is why you’ve heard so little about it | George Monbiot

Scientists say a crucial Atlantic system is more likely to collapse than previously thought. But the billionaire death cult that steers humanity’s destiny doesn’t do existential crises The poor and middle pay taxes, the rich pay accountants, the very rich pay lawyers – and the

Brussels talks reinforce growing Bangladesh–EU and Bangladesh-Belgium relations

The Foreign Minister of Bangladesh, Dr. Khalilur Rahman, visited Brussels on 20 April 2026. He was joined by Humaiun Kobir, Adviser to the Prime Minister of Bangladesh on Foreign Affairs. The visit marked a significant milestone in Bangladesh-EU relations as the two sides

South Korea tells US lawmakers it will ensure no discrimination against US tech firms

Seoul was implementing measures to ensure US digital companies did not face discriminatory measures.

Tokyo government urges employers to allow T-shirts and shorts at work to beat the heat

Metropolitan government employees were already seen wearing T-shirts and shorts.

Four GOP senators vote against adding Save America Act to budget package

Four Republican senators voted against an amendment sponsored by Sen. John Kennedy (R-La.) to instruct the Senate Rules Committee to find a way to add the core elements of the SAVE America Act to a budget reconciliation package that could pass next month with a simple-majority

Europe Today: Ukraine loan set to be unlocked as EU moves to curb energy crisis

Tune in to Europe Today, Euronews' flagship morning programme at 8 am Brussels time. In just 20 minutes, we bring you up to speed on the biggest news of the day.

South Korea fines matchmaking agency over leak of sensitive user data

SEOUL, April 23 - South Korea's data protection agency said on Thursday it has fined a matchmaking service over the leak of its members' sensitive personal information, including their weight, blood type and whether they were previously married.

How US and Iran could step back from the brink

Donald Trump’s deadline for Iran to reopen the Strait of Hormuz or face a renewal of American bombardment was due to expire this week, but was extended at the last moment, this time with no defined time limit. But the risk of renewed escalation remains real, as both sides

Asia’s appetite for Canada’s ‘liquid gold’ grows but supplies at risk from climate change

It is increasingly being used in Japanese marinades, South Korean pastries and Southeast Asian desserts such as pandan cakes.

Commodities: Oil Moves Higher As Peace Talks Look Shaky

China’s Foreign Minister Wang Yi calls for complete eradication of Cambodia scam centres

Mr Wang Yi also said he supported initiatives aimed at normalising relations between Cambodia and Thailand.

Vespa turns 80: The spark that put the world on two Italian wheels

From a 1946 patent to global icon: A revolutionary design which became a big screen darling and more.

Tesla profits up but growth concerns linger as Musk lays out spending plans

Tesla’s profit rose in the first quarter as its car sales rebounded from a sharp slump in 2025.

China urges further build-up on islands amid territorial disputes

China has built infrastructure over the years in disputed waters in the South China Sea.

Northrop Grumman: The Nuclear Triad Winner Is Now A Strong Buy

Is Germany the sick man of Europe again? The Ring in Berlin

In this episode of Ring, recorded in the German capital, it’s Bundestag vs. European Parliament: Christian Democrat Sepp Müller and Leftist Martin Schirdewan go head to head to discuss the reform backlog in the EU’s largest economy.

War in the Middle East: latest developments

The latest developments in the Middle East war: - US Central Command turns back 31 vessels - US Central Command (CENTCOM) said late Wednesday that it had also "directed 31 vessels to turn around or return to port" as part of its own "blockade against Iran". It said on X "the

Denial, proxies, and persistent violence: Pakistan’s terror paradox

One year has passed since the terrorist attack in Pahalgam that killed 26 innocent people, leaving behind not only human loss but also a deep imprint of fear and instability across the region of Jammu and Kashmir. The cold-blooded execution of the victims—after they were

Scientists discover hidden forces are warping Earth deep beneath the surface

Scientists have mapped how Earth’s deepest mantle is being deformed—and the results point to long-lost tectonic plates buried thousands of kilometers underground. Using a massive global dataset of seismic waves, they found that most deformation happens in regions where these

Taiwan minister makes rare visit to disputed South China Sea island

Kuan Bi-ling observed coast guard drills on Taiping Island, also claimed by China, the Philippines and Vietnam.