UAE says air defences engaging with Iranian attacks – as it happened This blog is now closed The Guardian - UK · May 7
Pope Leo’s bank in the US hung up on him as they thought it was a prank call The U.S.-born pope was trying to change his address and phone number after securing his new job - but the employee wasn’t buying it The Independent UK · May 7
Are UFO Claims Real? Obama and Neil deGrasse Tyson Push Scepticism as Disclosure Movement Gains Momentum Former President Obama and astrophysicist Neil deGrasse Tyson express scepticism about upcoming UFO file releases, urging caution and realistic expectations amid public curiosity. International Business Times UK · May 7
UFO Files Delivered for Public Release, FBI Director Kash Patel Confirms — Here's What to Expect FBI Director Kash Patel says the bureau has already delivered UFO documents to the Pentagon for public release, but missed deadlines and whistleblower warnings raise doubts about full transparency. International Business Times UK · May 7
Saudi Arabia forced Trump to pause Project Freedom after suspending US access to bases and airspace: report The scheme is said to have angered Saudi leadership who were not consulted in advance The Independent UK · May 7
Iran could strangle Strait in future crisis, ex-Trump envoy warns After more than two months of war between the US and Iran, a deal appears in sight to end hostilities and reopen the Strait of Hormuz, one of the world's vital shipping routes. However, former Trump official Kurt Volker says the conflict has effectively handed control of the Strait to… Euronews · May 7
Former British Detective Claims 1,100 Police Officers Reported UFOs, Some 'Cried in Fear,' But Were Ignored and Silenced Ex-British transport detective Gary Heseltine says police officers across the UK witnessed unexplained objects, but stigma and ridicule kept many silent for decades. International Business Times UK · May 7
Is Cuba next? US warns Havana is ‘a national security threat’ as Trump ramps up pressure Marco Rubio said the likelihood of a diplomatic resolution is ‘not high’ given the current leadership The Independent UK · May 7
White House calls Europe 'incubator' for terrorism in new counter-terrorism strategy The fresh criticism of Europe comes just months after Trump's new national security strategy said the continent faced "civilisational erasure" due to immigration. Euronews · May 7
AirAsia bets big on efficiency with order for 150 Airbus A220 jets listed for $19 billion Budget airline AirAsia has announced an order for 150 Airbus A220-300 jets, valued at about $19 billion at list prices The Independent UK · May 7
Perry Stone Sparks UFO Storm With Claim US Government Will Soon Reveal 'Alien Craft' Secrets Religious broadcaster Perry Stone claims the US government may soon disclose information on unidentified aerial phenomena, urging pastors to prepare congregations for potential revelations. International Business Times UK · May 7
Vatican stresses need for peace as Rubio meets pope amid strained relations US secretary of state speaks with Leo and officials after tensions following attacks by Trump over Iran war The Guardian - UK · May 7
Did Saudi 'anger' force Trump to reopen the Strait of Hormuz? Donald Trump’s sudden decision to pause a US-led effort to secure shipping through the Strait of Hormuz may have been driven by growing anger from key Gulf allies, particularly Saudi Arabia, according to a report by NBC news. The Times of India · May 7
Trump Administration Immigration Detention Ruling Rejected Again as Courts Warn of 'Mass Detention' Fallout A federal appeals court has blocked a Trump administration policy that would have expanded detention without bond hearings for migrants, marking a significant legal setback for the administration. International Business Times UK · May 7
Euronews · May 7 MEPs and EU countries fail to reach an agreement on EU-US deal Despite intense pressure from the US, negotiators agreed to meet again in 10 days after more than 6 hours of talks last night. Both sides, seeking a compromise, said however that progress had been made during the negotiations.
International Business Times UK · May 7 Trump Allies Scramble After Leaked Secret Alien Briefing With Pastors Triggers UFO Panic Across MAGA World Pastors linked to Trump allies claim they were privately warned about upcoming UFO disclosures involving 'non-human' craft as FBI Director Kash Patel says classified files will be released 'very soon.'
The Independent UK · May 7 Iran war briefing: Tehran mulls US peace plan after Israel attacks Lebanon IN FULL
Fortune · May 7 After the FDA spent years rejecting over flavored vape products, Trump reportedly pressed his FDA chief to allow mango and blueberry flavors “Flavors induce people, many of them children and young adults, to use a product that may result in a lifetime of addiction and other harms,” one anti-smoking advocate said.
The Independent UK · May 7 JD Sports warns Iran war could push up price rises The retail chain closed 24 stores, on a net basis, in the UK over the past year
Fortune · May 7 Debris from the White House East Wing demolition was dumped at a nearby public golf course and contains toxic metals, National Park report finds A Washington, D.C., nonprofit filed an injunction in February, claiming the debris dumped on the golf course was hazardous.
Euronews · May 7 Brussels makes progress but no breakthrough on EU-US trade deal Negotiators from the European Parliament and European Council faced-off Wednesday night to aiming to conclude the EU-US trade deal. Despite the lengthy discussion and fears of a potential US retaliation, no end was brokered, with talks continuing on 19 May.
Radio France Internationale · May 7 France positions aircraft carrier for possible mission in Strait of Hormuz France is moving its aircraft carrier strike group towards the Red Sea as preparations gather pace for a possible French-British maritime security mission in the Strait of Hormuz.
The Guardian - UK · May 7 Financial stability risks are rising as AI fuels cyber-attacks, IMF warns; oil below $100 on Iran peace hopes – as it happened Rolling coverage of the latest economic and financial news
The Economic Times · May 7 US weighs major student visa change as ‘duration of status’ rule reaches final review The Trump administration is reviewing a rule that could limit international students on F-1 visas to a four-year stay in the US, ending the current "duration of status" system. This proposed change, which also affects J-1 exchange visitors and I visa holders, comes as foreign student enrollment in US universities…
International Business Times UK · May 7 Is There a Hantavirus Outbreak? Symptoms to Watch Out for After Cruise Ship Deaths Trigger Emergency Quarantine A suspected hantavirus situation on the MV Hondius cruise ship has led to emergency quarantine measures and an international health response.