Kentucky floods update: Death toll rises to 11
Flooding in Kentucky has left 11 dead and prompted over 1,000 rescues as emergency teams continue relief efforts
Hong Kong’s High Court sentenced 45 pro-democracy activists to up to 10 years in prison under a Beijing-imposed security law, sparking criticism from the U.S., which called the trial “politically motivated.” Authorities insist the law was needed to restore order.
Hong Kong’s High Court on Tuesday sentenced 45 pro-democracy activists to prison terms of up to 10 years following a landmark national security trial, which has dealt a significant blow to the city’s once vibrant democracy movement and attracted criticism from the U.S. and other nations.
In 2021, a total of 47 pro-democracy activists were arrested and charged with conspiracy to commit subversion under a national security law imposed by Beijing. They faced potential life sentences. Benny Tai, a former legal scholar identified as one of the “organisers” of the group, received a 10-year jail term, the longest handed down under the 2020 law so far.
Some Western governments have criticised the proceedings, with the U.S. calling them “politically motivated” and urging the release of the activists, who it claims were legally and peacefully engaged in political activities.
However, the Chinese and Hong Kong authorities argue the national security legislation was necessary to restore order following the widespread pro-democracy protests in 2019, and insist the activists have been dealt with in accordance with local laws.
The iconic Dubai Fountain will close for five months starting in May for a major upgrade, enhancing its technology, choreography, and sound system. Visitors can expect a more spectacular show when it returns in October.
Russian President has invited his U.S. counterpart, along with leaders from many other countries to Moscow in May to attend the 80th anniversary of the end of World War II, which Russians refer to as the "Great Patriotic War."
Apple is reportedly working on a version of AirPods Pro with integrated cameras, set to launch as early as 2027, according to Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman. While the cameras won’t be featured in the upcoming AirPods Pro 3, the new tech aims to enhance AI-driven features and spatial audio integration.
Public sector strikes are causing major disruptions across Germany, including halted public transport in Frankfurt, as workers demand higher pay and better conditions.
USAID has long promoted itself as a supporter of press freedom, but reports suggest its media funding may have influenced domestic narratives in Europe and post-Soviet states. With the Trump administration freezing its grants, the agency’s role in shaping global information is under scrutiny.
Flooding in Kentucky has left 11 dead and prompted over 1,000 rescues as emergency teams continue relief efforts
At least 31 people were killed and a dozen others injured after a bus plunged off a precipice in Bolivia's Yocalla municipality.
King Abdullah II reaffirmed Jordan’s opposition to Palestinian displacement during his meeting with U.S. President Donald Trump in Washington
A Delta plane has crashed while landing at Toronto Pearson International Airport, injuring at least 17 people
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