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Myanmar quake damaged buildings and infrastructure, causes concern over dams, Red Cross says

Air pollution causes 5.7 million deaths annually, World Bank reports

The World Bank reported that air pollution leads to approximately 5.7 million deaths each year, with 95% of fatalities occurring in low- and middle-income nations. It also causes economic losses amounting to 5% of global GDP due to health impacts, productivity decline, and reduced life expectancy.

More workers face stress and burnout, global study finds

A global survey by AXA and IPSOS reveals that workplace stress, anxiety, and burnout are worsening, with financial instability, job insecurity, and constant exposure to negative news among the key factors affecting mental well-being

French court ruling may threaten Le Pen’s 2027 candidacy

France’s constitutional court ruled that politicians can be barred from office immediately if convicted of a crime, raising the possibility that far-right leader Marine Le Pen could be disqualified from the 2027 presidential race if found guilty in her upcoming embezzlement trial.

Figure skating-ISU apologises for displaying the wrong flag

The International Skating Union (ISU) apologised on Thursday for displaying the flag of Taiwan rather than the Chinese Taipei emblem at the World Figure Skating Championships in Boston.

Spain's PM urges Washington to reconsider tariff 'nonsense'

Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez called on the U.S. to rethink its new tariffs on European goods and engage in dialogue with the European Commission, criticizing the move as "nonsense."

Six Russians dead, 39 tourists rescued after submarine sinks in Red Sea off Egypt

Six Russians died and 39 tourists were rescued after the "Sindbad" viewing submarine sank off Egypt’s Red Sea resort of Hurghada. Authorities are investigating the cause of the incident, which highlights ongoing safety concerns in Egypt’s vital tourism sector.

UK urges citizens to leave South Sudan amid rising tensions

Britain has advised its nationals to evacuate South Sudan as fears of renewed civil war grow following the collapse of a fragile peace deal.

Trump orders Smithsonian Institution to remove “anti-american” content

U.S. President Trump has signed an executive order directing the Smithsonian Institution to eliminate what he calls divisive narratives from its museums and exhibits.

Trump pulls Stefanik UN nomination

U.S. President Trump has withdrawn Rep. Elise Stefanik’s UN ambassador nomination to preserve the GOP’s slim House majority.

King Charles cancels events after cancer treatment side effects

Britain's King Charles was briefly hospitalized due to temporary side effects from cancer treatment and has cancelled Friday’s engagements on medical advice.

Australia to Hold Federal Election on May 3

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has set a national election for May 3, as Labor faces a tight race against the opposition.

Argentina secures $20B IMF loan

Argentina has finalized a $20 billion IMF deal to stabilize reserves and repay existing debt amid severe economic challenges.

Trump May Cut China Tariffs to Aid TikTok Deal

U.S. President Trump says he could reduce tariffs and extend a deadline to support the sale of TikTok to a non-Chinese buyer.

Bulgaria Proposes Black Sea Shipping Safety Hub

Italy, France and Slovakia demand changes to EU carbon border levy

France, Italy, and Slovakia have urged the EU to simplify its carbon border levy rules this year, calling for reduced red tape and standardized emissions calculations to ease the burden on businesses.

Italy failing to speed up sluggish spending of EU recovery funds

Italy has failed to accelerate its use of EU COVID-19 recovery funds, with government data showing it has spent only about half of the money received so far.

Record 28 million people face acute hunger in conflict-ravaged Congo

A record 28 million people in the Democratic Republic of Congo face acute hunger, driven by escalating conflict and economic instability, the UN warns. With food insecurity worsening, humanitarian agencies struggle to respond amid funding cuts.

OpenAI urges US to allow AI training on copyrighted content

OpenAI has asked the US government to permit AI companies to use copyrighted material for training to maintain America's leadership in AI development, as part of a proposal aligned with President Trump's upcoming "AI Action Plan."

North Korea's drones learn new tricks with AI

Kim Jong Un watched tests of new AI drones and wants to increase the production

Gagauzia’s governor accuses Moldova of power grab

Evghenia Gutul alleges that Moldova plans to impose a state of emergency in Gagauzia and take control of the autonomous region.

Premier League to open transfer window early due to Club World Cup

Premier League clubs will open the transfer window early for a 10-day period in June, before it officially reopens on June 16, to accommodate FIFA’s exceptional registration period for the Club World Cup.

Australian senator protests salmon farming policy with fish stunt in parliament

“On the eve of the election, have you sold out your environmental credentials for a rotten, stinking extinction salmon?” Australian Senator Sarah Hanson-Young asks, hanging a dead fish in parliament to oppose the government’s salmon farming policy.

Rescuers dig for missing U.S. soldiers' vehicle in Lithuania

Lithuanian and U.S. rescuers are working to recover a military vehicle submerged in a peat bog, where four U.S. soldiers have been missing for two days during a training exercise near the Belarus border.