Javier Bardem accuses Trump, Putin and Netanyahu of ‘male toxic behaviour’ Actor slams world leaders saying their behaviour is ‘creating thousands of dead people’ The Independent UK · May 18
Oil prices climb as Donald Trump signals tougher action on Iran Oil prices climbed on Monday and European markets opened lower as US President Donald Trump sent a new warning to Iran via social media. Euronews · May 18
Hong Kong court hears final arguments in former Tiananmen vigil organizers' national security trial A Hong Kong court is hearing the final arguments in a national security trial for two people who organized large vigils remembering the 1989 Tiananmen Square crackdown The Independent UK · May 18
Trump’s ‘clock is ticking’ Iran warning sends oil prices soaring and global markets tumbling Asian stocks are mostly lower and oil prices have jumped after U.S. President Donald Trump warned Iran that the “clock is ticking” as talks over a permanent end to the war stall The Independent UK · May 18
Spirit Airlines collapse sparks fears for future of cheap flights and budget carriers Spirit’s demise is not the only challenge travelers face a week before the launch of summer travel The Independent UK · May 18
Why is market falling today? Sensex falls 600 points, Nifty below 23,500; 5 key factors behind bloodbath Stock Market Crash: Indian stock markets experienced a significant downturn on Monday. Both Sensex and Nifty saw substantial drops exceeding one percent. This decline was driven by soaring global bond yields and a record low for the Indian rupee. The market capitalization of BSE-listed companies also saw a considerable reduction.… The Economic Times · May 18
What to Stream: John Krasinski, 'Ladies First,' Rod Stewart, Brooke Shields and a 'Lego Batman' game John Krasinski returning as Jack Ryan in “Jack Ryan: Ghost War” for Prime Video and “Stranger Things” masterminds the Duffer Brothers producing a Netflix show in which a retirement community teams up to battle monsters are some of the new television, films, music and games headed to a device near… The Independent UK · May 18
Xi prepares to welcome Putin to China four days after hosting Trump Chinese state media say Beijing emerging as ‘focal point of global diplomacy’ with Russian leader arriving on Tuesday The Guardian - UK · May 18
Taiwan’s president defends US arms purchases that Trump called 'bargaining chip' Trump’s calling of arms sales to Taiwan a “bargaining chip” has raised concerns on the self-governing island of a potential change in US foreign policy towards the territory after the US president’s latest visit to China. Euronews · May 18
UAE fumes after Iranian attack near nuclear plant, warns of retaliation: 'Won't tolerate threat to security' The UAE strongly condemned a drone strike on its Barakah Nuclear Power Plant, calling it a dangerous escalation and a threat to regional stability. Saudi Arabia also intercepted drones from Iraq. Amidst rising tensions, US President Trump warned Iran to act swiftly, while Tehran threatened retaliation against perceived US-Israeli aggression. The Times of India · May 18
Iran fires a fresh threat: After oil, your Insta reels, Amazon deliveries, WhatsApp chats and Netflix streams could be the next target From Whatsapp chats, Insta reels to Amazon deliveries, everything could be hit as Iran is considering imposing fees on undersea internet cables passing through the Strait of Hormuz. This move could impact global technology companies and disrupt international internet traffic. The proposal also suggests restricting cable repair work to Iranian… The Economic Times · May 18
Iran has responded to latest US peace proposal, foreign ministry official says On Sunday, Iran's Fars news agency said Washington had presented a five-point list, which included a demand for Iran to keep only one nuclear site in operation and transfer its stockpile of highly enriched uranium to the US. Euronews · May 18
China agrees to boost trade for US ag products such as beef and poultry following Trump-Xi summit The White House says China has agreed to increase its imports of U.S. agricultural products like beef and poultry, after President Donald Trump's visit to Beijing last week The Independent UK · May 18
Iran-US war latest: Trump calls off fresh strikes as Gulf allies say peace deal is close Trump warned if a deal is not reached the US military is ‘ prepared to go forward with a full, large scale assault of Iran’ The Independent UK · May 18
The Economic Times · May 18 China's economy slows in April as output, retail sales disappoint in blow to outlook China’s industrial output growth slowed to 4.1% in April from 5.7% in March, missing market expectations of a 5.9% rise, official data showed on Monday.
The Economic Times · May 18 Petrol, Diesel prices hiked again as brent crude rises above $110 barrel? Check fuel rates in Delhi, Mumbai, Chennai and other cities today Petrol, Diesel prices today: Petrol and diesel prices remained steady on Monday after a recent Rs 3 per litre hike, with further increases anticipated due to rising global oil prices. This surge, driven by Middle East conflict and US-Iran tensions, is pressuring India's foreign exchange reserves as the nation imports…
The Independent UK · May 18 Missing 91-year-old man found alive after 5.2-magnitude earthquake hits southwest China Two dead, nearly 13 buildings collapsed, and more than 7,000 residents forced to evacuate after quake hits China
International Business Times · May 18 'One Nation Under God': Thousands Gather on National Mall for 'Rededicate 250' Prayer Jubilee Thousands of Americans gathered on the National Mall for 'Rededicate 250,' a Trump-backed National Jubilee of Prayer marking the start of the U.S. semiquincentennial cycle amid debates over faith and state.
The Economic Times · May 18 'Clock is Ticking,' Trump again warns Iran as nuclear deal talks hit deadlock US President Donald Trump has issued a stern warning to Iran regarding stalled nuclear negotiations. He stated that time is running out for Tehran to reach an agreement on uranium stockpiles and sanctions relief. Both nations remain far apart on key demands. Tensions are high in the Middle East, with…
The Economic Times · May 18 Oil Price Today (May 18): Crude oil above $110 again as Iran war tensions deepen. Where is liquid gold headed? Oil prices climbed on Monday. Hopes for peace with Iran dimmed after an attack on a UAE nuclear plant. President Trump is reviewing military actions. Drone attacks on the UAE and Saudi Arabia increased fears of wider conflict. The Strait of Hormuz remains a key concern for global oil and…
The Independent UK · May 18 The key challenges facing new BBC boss Matt Brittin: From Trump to public trust The 57-year-old joins the corporation at a tumultuous time as it faces a 10 billion dollar lawsuit from US President Donald Trump.
Evening Standard · May 18 What issues will new BBC director-general Matt Brittin have to deal with? The 57-year-old joins the corporation at a tumultuous time as it faces a 10 billion dollar lawsuit from US President Donald Trump.
Evening Standard · May 18 Former Google executive Matt Brittin to begin tenure as BBC director-general Mr Brittin has said he joins the corporation at “a moment of real risk, yet also real opportunity”.
The Times of India · May 18 Donald Trump-Xi Jinping summit: Taiwan absent from White House China visit summary amid Iran, trade focus US President Trump's China visit yielded trade and investment pacts, including Boeing aircraft and agricultural deals. Both nations agreed on Iran's nuclear non-proliferation and Strait of Hormuz access. Notably, Taiwan, a key discussion point, was omitted from the White House fact sheet, despite Trump hinting at reconsidering arms sales.
The Economic Times · May 18 China to purchase $17 billion worth of US agricultural products annually: White House According to an official White House press release, both leaders agreed that the United States and China should build a "constructive relationship of strategic stability" based on fairness and reciprocity. The release also stated that President Trump will host President Xi in Washington later this year, while both countries will…