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Singapore introduces caning for boys who bully others at school

Under new guidelines caning will only be used as a punishment for male students aged nine and above as a ‘last resort’

The Guardian - UK · May 6

Palestinian ambassador protests to Foreign Office over ’erasure’ by British Museum

Objection after museum removes word ‘Palestine’ from list of countries of ancient Levant and Egypt and from some explanatory panels

The Guardian - UK · May 6

‘Much-needed fresh air’: 5 outcomes from the world’s first summit on ending fossil fuels

Almost 60 countries, representing about a third of the global economy, met in the Colombian port city of Santa Marta last week for the first international summit on the transition away from fossil fuels.

The Conversation · May 6

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Hantavirus-hit cruise ship to head to Spain after permission granted to dock in Canary Islands

A luxury cruise ship, the MV Hondius, is en route to Spain's Canary Islands after a deadly hantavirus outbreak, which has claimed at least three lives. Spain granted permission to dock, citing humanitarian principles and requests from the WHO and EU. The ship's operator confirmed two crew members require urgent…

The Economic Times · May 6

Trump administration sues New York Times claiming discrimination against a white male employee

The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission claims publication violated federal law when unidentified employee was denied a promotion because of his race and/or sex

The Independent UK · May 6

A veneer of normality has returned to Tehran but fears for the future are rife

From economic woes to concerns that war could break out again at any moment, underlying worries run deep

The Guardian - UK · May 5

Venice Biennale previews in chaos after jury quits over Israel and Russia’s participation

The Venice Biennale has begun previewing its 61st edition only days after the art show's jury resigned in protest

The Independent UK · May 5

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Proposed UN resolution threatens Iran with sanctions if it doesn't allow freedom of navigation

A proposed U.N. resolution threatens Iran with sanctions or other measures if it doesn’t halt attacks on ships in the Strait of Hormuz, stop imposing “illegal tolls” and disclose the placement of all mines to allow freedom of navigation

The Independent UK · May 5

Mali junta chief takes over defence minister's role amid criticism from UN

The United Nations voiced grave concern on Tuesday over reports of extrajudicial killings allegedly carried out by the security forces in Mali, which has been plunged into crisis following an assault on ruling junta strongholds. This comes as junta leader Assimi Goïta announces he will take on the additional role…

Radio France Internationale · May 5

India-UAE, India-US among top 10 migration corridors in 2024: UN

A United Nations report reveals key global migration routes. India to the United Arab Emirates and India to the United States are among the top ten. Millions live abroad, with Mexico to the US being the largest corridor. The report details migrant numbers and their impact on bilateral relations. Labour…

The Economic Times · May 5

Carney appoints former war crimes prosecutor as Canada governor general

Louise Arbour will serve as Canada’s representative of King Charles and carry out ceremonial and constitutional duties

The Guardian - US · May 5

Rare species face extinction risk from some deep-sea mining, scientists say

The process could have a devastating effect on species in deep sea habitats, experts said.

Evening Standard · May 5

Portuguese sets its sights on global power status at the United Nations

The proposal is in the government's plans until 2030. What does it take to make the Portuguese language official at the UN?

Euronews · May 5

Ukraine-Russia war latest: Ukrainian ceasefire enters effect after day of deadly Russian strikes

Worst Russian strikes of the year throughout eastern Ukraine kill 27 people in hours leading up to Kyiv's ceasefire

The Independent UK · May 5

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The Conversation · May 5

Hostage‑taking by rogue states is on the rise. New research provides fresh ways to tackle it

Hostage-taking by nation-states is emerging as an overlooked consequence of the more unstable and dangerous world that’s been created by the fracturing rules-based order.

The Guardian - US · May 5

Trump news at a glance: Middle East tensions back to the brink with president’s new threats against Iran

US launched operation Monday to help hundreds of ships trapped with their crews in Gulf – key US politics stories from Monday 4 May at a glance

The Independent UK · May 4

The Latest: United Arab Emirates warns of Iranian attacks as US claims progress in Strait of Hormuz

U.S. forces are guiding commercial ships through the Strait of Hormuz, where hundreds have been stuck since the Iran war began

The Independent UK · May 4

Mali's junta leader takes over defense ministry after the minister was killed in militant attacks

Mali’s junta leader and the country's president has assumed the duties of defense minister after the incumbent was killed in sweeping, coordinated attacks by separatist and jihadi forces that stunned the country

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Euronews · May 4

German minehunter heads to Mediterranean for possible Hormuz mission

Germany’s minehunter Fulda departed from Kiel for the Mediterranean as Berlin considers a possible future deployment in the Strait of Hormuz.

The Independent UK · May 4

More than 20 Britons trapped on cruise ship amid suspected hantavirus outbreak as Cape Verde blocks it from docking

An investigation has been launched after three people died and at least three others remain ill

Radio France Internationale · May 4

Are Mali’s Tuareg-led FLA fighters terrorists or separatists?

A Tuareg-led separatist group in Mali has insists it is not a “terrorist” organisation despite carrying out coordinated attacks with al-Qaeda-linked fighters that hit military targets and killed the country’s defence minister last month. The group, known as the Azawad Liberation Front (FLA), was formed in December 2024 and is…

The Conversation · May 4

Wars destroy lives and the climate. Why aren’t we counting military emissions?

When delegates gathered for COP30 in Belém, Brazil in November 2025, they scrutinized various sectors of the global economy for their contributions to rising greenhouse gases. Agriculture, aviation, steel, cement — all were on the table. One topic not discussed was war.

The Conversation · May 4

Canada’s United Nations abstention on slavery recognition wasn’t neutral — it was a choice

When Canada abstained from a recent vote at the United Nations on a resolution recognizing the transatlantic slave trade as the gravest crime against humanity, the decision may have appeared cautious, even procedural.

The Independent UK · May 4

Families evacuated from Gaza enjoy a day to decompress at Rome's ancient baths

The Baths of Caracalla, near the Colosseum, provided a unique experience for Palestinian children and families evacuated from Gaza for medical care

The Guardian - UK · May 4

First Thing: Trump says US navy will ‘guide’ trapped ships through strait of Hormuz

US president’s post follows flurry of mixed signals including concern Tehran had not ‘paid big enough price’. Plus, could Santa Marta climate talks mark ground zero in push to ditch fossil fuels?

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