Extreme heat could pose threat to players and fans at 2026 FIFA World Cup
As global temperatures rise, extreme heat could threaten athletes, fans, workers and officials during this year's World Cup games.
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American woman, 69, falls from 29th floor of Hotel Indigo in Wan Chai, leaving 74-year-old seriously injured and six others hurt
· Danny Mok
Woman plunges to death from Hong Kong hotel pool deck, injuring 7 others
American woman, 69, falls from 29th floor of Hotel Indigo in Wan Chai, leaving 74-year-old seriously injured and six others hurt
· Danny Mok
Europe, Canada pull together in Yerevan in Trump's shadow
YEREVAN, Armenia — European leaders talked up independence on defence and closer ties with Canada Monday, as they gathered in Armenia for a summit clouded by US threats to cut military support.
· Agence France-Presse
Crazy video captures moment plane landing at Newark strikes bakery truck
Wild dashcam video shows the nightmarish moment a United Airlines plane struck a bakery truck on the New Jersey Turnpike while coming in to land at Newark Airport.
· Emily Crane
Eagles ace Moon Dong-ju to undergo shoulder surgery
The Hanwha Eagles announced Monday their starting pitcher Moon Dong-ju will undergo surgery on his ailing right shoulder.
· Yonhap
Ask Me Anything with the CICC and CWC on child safety concerns on ‘Roblox’
MANILA, Philippines – With millions of young users worldwide, Roblox has become one of the most popular online platforms for children — a sprawling virtual space where users can create games, socialize, and explore user-generated worlds. But alongside its rapid growth are mounting concerns over safety, exposure, and…
· Angelo Gonzales
Court to broadcast live appeals trial of ex-PM Han this week
A court said Monday it will broadcast live the appellate trial of former Prime Minister Han Duck-soo set for later this week over allegedly playing a key role in former President Yoon Suk Yeol's brief imposition of martial law.
· Yonhap
Iran hits US Navy ship with missile strike – media
A US Navy patrol boat has been hit by two Iranian missiles not far from the Strait of Hormuz after it ignored warnings to stay out of the critical waterway, Fars News Agency has reported. It claimed that the boat was “forced to retreat,” without providing information on the damage.
· RT
Iran hits US Navy ship with missile strike – media
A US Navy patrol boat has been hit by two Iranian missiles not far from the Strait of Hormuz after it ignored warnings to stay out of the critical waterway, Fars News Agency has reported. It claimed that the boat was “forced to retreat,” without providing information on the damage.
· RT
'Wonderful' if Trump watches Socceroos play US in World Cup match
US President Donald Trump holds the FIFA World Cup Trophy, as he makes an announcement on the 2026 FIFA World Cup, in the Oval Office at the White House in Washington, DC., US, August 22, 2025. (Reuters: Jonathan Ernst)
Shooting at US party sends at least 12 to hospital
Victims were in ‘various conditions’, according to a police spokesperson
· Associated Press
Shooting at US party sends at least 12 to hospital
Victims were in ‘various conditions’, according to a police spokesperson
· Associated Press
Netanyahu testimony canceled overnight after defense cites security schedule
The testimony hearing in the criminal trial of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, scheduled for Monday, was canceled early in the morning after the court received an overnight update from his defense attorney, Amit Hadad.
· SARAH BEN-NUN
High Court freezes Second Authority council after state misses response deadline
Supreme Court Justice Alex Stein on Sunday issued a temporary order freezing the activity of the new Second Authority for Television and Radio Council, barring it from convening or making decisions until further notice - after the state again asked for more time to respond to a series of petitions challenging the go…
· SARAH BEN-NUN
Iran expert: Tehran not yet under enough pressure to concede
Raz Zimmt said in an interview with 103FM that despite reports suggesting Iran may be willing to compromise and extend limits on uranium enrichment, Tehran continues to condition any discussion of its nuclear program on ending the war, lifting the blockade, and the withdrawal of US forces, meaning the core obstacle …
· WALLA!
Two missiles hit US Navy ship near Strait of Hormuz, forcing it to turn back - report
Two missiles launched by the Iranian Navy hit a United States Navy frigate, Iran's Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC)-aligned Fars News Agency reported on Monday afternoon, citing local sources.
· MIRIAM SELA-EITAM, TOBIAS SIEGAL
Iran claims to hit US warship in Strait of Hormuz after Trump plans to ‘guide’ ships out
Iran claimed Monday to have struck an American naval vessel on the first day of a bid by Washington to force open the Strait of Hormuz to global shipping.
· Samuel Chamberlain
Get to know the 11 ASEAN member states
This is AI generated summarization, which may have errors. For context, always refer to the full article.
· Jodesz Gavilan
Hong Kong to tighten grip on claw machines under new licensing proposal
Move follows surge in claw and pinball machines across city, sparking concern over addiction to games with gambling elements
· Edith Lin
Hong Kong to tighten grip on claw machines under new licensing proposal
Move follows surge in claw and pinball machines across city, sparking concern over addiction to games with gambling elements
· Edith Lin
Princess Eugenie pregnant with third child
Britain’s Princess Eugenie and her husband Jack Brooksbank are expecting their third child in the northern summer, Buckingham Palace has announced.
· Staff reporter
Transgender student sues Hong Kong school over ‘discriminatory’ hair policy
Lawsuit alleges school ignored gender identity and subjected student to ‘public humiliation and rebukes’, causing distress and embarrassment
· Brian Wong
Transgender student sues Hong Kong school over ‘discriminatory’ hair policy
Lawsuit alleges school ignored gender identity and subjected student to ‘public humiliation and rebukes’, causing distress and embarrassment
· Brian Wong
Two worlds collide: the regulatory battlefield hanging over the EU’s ties with China
Security fears drive tit-for-tat frameworks that are increasingly contradictory, leaving global companies to face a dual-compliance burden
· Finbarr Bermingham
Two worlds collide: the regulatory battlefield hanging over the EU’s ties with China
Security fears drive tit-for-tat frameworks that are increasingly contradictory, leaving global companies to face a dual-compliance burden
· Finbarr Bermingham
China ‘Madman of Science’ believes budget space travel is viable after low-cost rocket launch
Risk-taking inventor who suffered horrific injuries in explosion and built his own ‘secret’ laboratory is shooting for the stars
· Zoey Zhang
China ‘Madman of Science’ believes budget space travel is viable after low-cost rocket launch
Risk-taking inventor who suffered horrific injuries in explosion and built his own ‘secret’ laboratory is shooting for the stars
· Zoey Zhang
Trump officials threaten UN budget cuts as US pushes ‘trade over aid’ agenda
US seeks free-market private investment deals over development assistance as experts warn of ripple effects
· Edwardhelmore
‘We’re a perfect example of being lied to’: Democrats vie to flip Ohio in a battle for trust
Trump’s war in Iran, gas prices and corruption dominate messaging as special election nears to fill Senate seat
· Chris Stein
WATCH: We're expecting the VP to be impeached next week — lawmaker
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· The Manila Times
NATO chief says Europeans have ‘gotten the message’ from Trump on defence
NATO Secretary-General Mark Rutte says European leaders have “gotten the message” after United States President Donald Trump announced plans to withdraw 5,000 soldiers from Germany.
· Adam Hancock
Jeff Bezos is selling his $500 million megayacht Koru
Don’t you hate it when your yacht is just too big?
· Mara Siegler
Ukrainian drone hits upmarket Moscow high-rise ahead of Victory Day celebrations
A Ukrainian drone hit an upmarket residential high-rise in Moscow in the early hours of Monday, resulting in no casualties but causing visible damage to the façade of the building.
· Laura Gozzi
‘I can’t feel my leg’: Israeli gunfire disables teenagers in West Bank
Nablus, occupied West Bank – Islam Madani says families and young people from the Askar refugee camp would once congregate beneath the olive trees on the slopes of Tel Askar, a hilly area in the north of the occupied West Bank which is home to the camp.
· Al Jazeera Staff
Iowa woman dies after routine hernia surgery as family claims doctors ignored red flags
An Iowa woman died after a routine hernia repair, as she suffered from an infection and deadly constipation symptoms that hospital staff brushed off as “normal,” according to her family’s lawsuit against a surgeon and two registered nurses.
· Fox News
60,000-home plan for greater Seoul to proceed as intended: Cheong Wa Dae
For over a decade, I’ve navigated the complexities of North Korean affairs, security, and foreign policy from both Seoul and Washington, D.C. As the National Desk Political Team Lead, I track the pulse of geopolitics, closely following developments from the Unification Ministry and the Foreign Ministry. My mornings …
· Ji Da-gyum
Trump rejects Iranian peace offer
US President Donald Trump has rejected an Iranian counterproposal to a peace plan previously conveyed via Pakistani intermediaries.
· RT
Trump rejects Iranian peace offer
US President Donald Trump has rejected an Iranian counterproposal to a peace plan previously conveyed via Pakistani intermediaries.
· RT
Two killed in Israeli attack on southern Lebanon
At least two people have been reported to be killed in Israeli air strikes on the town of Shhour in southern Lebanon, according to Lebanon’s National News Agency.
· Middleeasteye
Crew of Iranian ship seized by US Navy sent to Pakistan, minister says | The National
The 22 crew members aboard a seized Iranian container vessel have been safely sent to Pakistan as part of a "confidence-building measure", Islamabad said.
· The National
New online seat reservation system launched for long-distance bus services
A new pilot project introducing online seat reservations for long-distance bus travel has been launched for passengers using long-distance bus services.
· Supuni Kulasinghe
Asean, EU Leaders to tackle energy crisis, sustainable growth at Cebu summit
GOVERNMENT leaders from Southeast Asia and European business executives will gather in Cebu on May 5, Tuesday, for the inaugural Asean-EU Sustainability Summit, where discussions will center on economic resilience, sustainable growth, and the region’s worsening energy crisis.
· The Manila Times
Korea to ease visa rules for skilled workers, foreign students and Jeju stays
Eased regulations include longer workcation stays on Jeju Island, new category in skilled worker visa
· Lee Seung-ku
Cycling prodigy Paul Seixas to compete in Tour de France
Second place France’s Paul Seixas of the Decathlon team celebrates on the podium during the Belgian cycling classic and UCI World Tour race Liege Bastogne Liege, in Liege, Belgium, Sunday, April 26, 2026. (AP Photo/Geert Vanden Wijngaert)
· Samuel Petrequin
Squishy toy trend caused 'traumatising' burns
A dangerous social media trend of microwaving squishy toys has left one girl with "traumatising" burns, a parent has warned.
· Jasmine Ketibuah-Foley
Princess Eugenie pregnant with third child
Princess Eugenie is pregnant with her third child, Buckingham Palace has announced.
· BBC News
Iran warns US against entering Strait of Hormuz amid plan to guide ships out | The National
Live updates: Follow the latest news on Iran war
· The National
Netball's 'wishy washy' approach to Pride dulls the message
Fran Williams' and Cara Koenen each finished the round eight Pride Match with a swollen black eye. (Getty: Mackenzie Sweetnam)
· Brittany Carter
Iran war: What’s happening on day 66 as Trump announces Hormuz mission?
Iran warns Trump’s mission to ‘guide’ ships out of Hormuz violates ceasefire
· Al Jazeera