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Ebola outbreak spreads in DRC as misinformation hampers response

Authorities in the Democratic Republic of Congo have launched an online campaign to tackle growing mistrust surrounding a deadly Ebola outbreak. The World Health Organization (WHO) says misinformation is hampering efforts to contain the haemorrhagic fever, which broke out in the eastern province of Ituri on 15 May.

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The Bronze Age ended with a network failure: The hidden story behind the 1177 BC collapse

The ancient Mediterranean is often imagined as a collection of separate kingdoms, each rising and falling largely on its own terms. Archaeology has been steadily dismantling that picture. What has emerged instead is a far more connected world, one tied together by trade routes, diplomatic agreements, royal marriages and the…

The Times of India

‘Never a problematic person’: Friend remembers Kerala man killed in Sharjah over TikTok row

A childhood friend of Kerala expatriate Ismail Ponnan Ibrahim Kutty, who was allegedly murdered in Sharjah following a dispute reportedly linked to a TikTok livestream, has shared emotional memories of the man he knew, as the victim's body was repatriated to India on Thursday.

The Times of India

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Fuel shortages hit Russian-occupied Crimea as Kyiv steps up drone attacks

Witnesses report petrol stations are running dry as Ukraine targets supply lines

The Independent UK

HIV response facing ‘biggest storm ever seen’, new UN report into global aid cuts warns

After unprecedented funding cuts, the AIDS-related death toll in 2025 was more than double the global target which had been set to end the pandemic

The Independent UK

The World Cup could revive US tourism – if America lets it

TRAVEL INSIDER: With five million visitors expected for the World Cup, the US is hoping for a tourism boost after a slump in international arrivals. But amid reports of visa issues, border delays and rising costs, questions remain over how welcoming the experience will be, as Annabel Grossman reports in…

The Independent UK

Japan underlines stance on copyright works after Trump anime video post

KYODO — A Japanese minister on Friday underlined the government's stance on unauthorised use of copyrighted works, after United States President Donald Trump posted a video on social media appearing to depict him as the hero of anime series "Naruto."

Bangkok Post

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The deal that could reopen Strait of Hormuz: What Trump and Iran are negotiating

The US and Iran have tentatively agreed on a memorandum of understanding that would reopen the Strait of Hormuz and pause fighting for 60 days, but the deal still needs final approval from Iran's supreme leader, according to officials cited by Axios.

The Times of India

Taliban arrest 30 women for violating hijab rules in Afghanistan

KABUL — Authorities ⁠in Afghanistan's western city of Herat arrested at least 30 women, accusing them of ‌violating dress rules imposed by the Taliban government, the United Nations (UN) agency for women's rights said, but added that some were later released.

Bangkok Post

‘Spy turtles’ and ‘spy fish’ being used to monitor Chinese waters, Beijing claims

Ministry says animals fitted with sensors by foreign agencies collect sensitive sea data, in ‘invisible secret war’

The Guardian - UK

Tornadoes strike communities near Chicago as millions faced severe weather threats across the Midwest and East Coast

At least three tornadoes tore through communities outside Chicago on Thursday, leveling homes, ripping down trees and power poles, as severe storms grounded flights and cut power to hundreds of thousands across the Midwest and Northeast.

The Independent UK

ICE Under Fire As Security Screener Accused in Sex Trafficking Case Amid Handling Sensitive Clearances

The arrest of Brashad Johnson, a federal background investigator, raises concerns about oversight in security clearance processes, amid allegations of criminal conduct linked to sex trafficking.

International Business Times UK

World Cup 2026 Opening Ceremony Sparks 'Shakira Double' and Hidden 'Illuminati' Symbol Conspiracy Theories

Online users questioned whether the singer on stage was really Shakira, while others claimed the ceremony contained hidden 'Illuminati' symbolism.

International Business Times UK

Former South Korean President Yoon Handed 30-Year Jail Term on Top of a Previous Life Sentence

Former South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol has been sentenced to 30 years in prison for a covert drone operation aimed at provoking North Korea, marking another chapter in his political downfall.

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US military says it downed Iranian attack drones – as it happened

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Has the US really carried out a secret mission to get oil through Hormuz?

Trump says hundreds of tankers have escaped Iran’s blockade. Data suggests shipments are increasing but many questions remain

The Guardian - UK

Nigerian man unable to claim Italian lottery win gains residency permit

Former street seller celebrates newfound rights after debacle in claiming €500,000 scratchcard prize while undocumented

Radio France Internationale

Israeli and Palestinian groups urge action on two-state solution in Paris

Israeli and Palestinian civil society groups will meet in Paris on Friday to urge the international community not to abandon a two-state solution, as France seeks to keep the issue on the agenda amid the ongoing war in the Middle East.

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What's in the landmark EU migration reform hardening border protections?

A major reform of European migration rules aimed at hardening border procedures and overhauling the asylum process comes into force on Friday.

Bangkok Post

S. Korea court sentences ex-president Yoon to 30-year jail term over drone incursion

SEOUL — A South Korean court sentenced former president Yoon Suk Yeol to 30 years in ⁠prison on Friday for charges linked to his ordering an incursion of military drones over North Korea to help create a pretext for his ‌failed December 2024 martial law declaration.

The Times of India

In 1812, a powerful earthquake made the Mississippi River flow backwards and created a lake that still exists today

Rivers are often treated as fixed features of the landscape. They bend, flood, and shift over long stretches of time, but they seem permanent enough that entire towns and economies are built around them. The Mississippi River, in particular, has long been regarded as one of North America's defining geographical…

The Times of India

'Netanyahu was not warned in advance': Israeli PM blindsided as Donald Trump scrapped Iran strike plans

US President Donald Trump surprised Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu by cancelling planned strikes against Iran and announcing a potential diplomatic deal within days. Trump claimed Iran's leadership approved a draft framework, aiming to extend a ceasefire and reopen the Strait of Hormuz. Netanyahu, reportedly caught off guard, had urged…

The Guardian - UK

Friday briefing: Inside Taylor Swift’s 20-year rise to pop superstardom

In today’s newsletter: As Guardian culture launches a mammoth breakdown of one of pop’s biggest artists, we ask what her success means for the industry, her fans and the future

Bangkok Post

Air China C909 hits bird as Chinese jets face growing 'real-world' tests

A suspected bird strike on a Chinese-made C909 regional jet in Beijing has reportedly left some marks on its nose and airframe, but experts said the likelihood of any severe damage was very low.

The Times of India

Has Donald Trump ruled out a strike on Iran's Kharg Island?

US President Donald Trump said on Thursday (local time) that a possible operation to seize Iran’s key Kharg Island would be “off the table” if both sides sign an agreement to end the war, which he said could be reached “as early as this weekend.”

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