Counting of votes is under way in Tamil Nadu, with C. Joseph Vijay’s Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) leading in 98 out 234 constituencies across the State, as of 10.45 a.m. on Monday (May 4, 2026). The AIADMK+ is leading in 67 seats, whereas the DMK-led alliance is leading in 42 seats, according to the Election Commi…
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The Washington Post editorial board on Friday lambasted Seattle’s socialist Mayor Katie Wilson for dismissive comments regarding the city’s exodus of wealthy residents and growing taxpayer frustration over soaring rates.
A lawyer for Palestinian human rights organisation Adalah accused Israeli forces of abusing two activists detained after the interception of the Gaza-bound Global Sumud Flotilla.
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Jimmy Kimmel joked about Rudy Giuliani rising from “the grave” in a monologue just days before the former New York City mayor was rushed to the hospital in critical condition.
Jeju Island is seeing a sharp rise in casino revenue on the back of surging international arrivals, but the boom is also drawing renewed attention to gambling-related crime.
A sign at an office of the National Election Commission in Seoul on Monday shows that there are 30 days to go to the June 3 local elections, which are expected to serve as the first major bellwether of public support for the policies of President Lee Jae Myung's administration since its launch in June 2025. (Yoon Ch…
José Luis Rey Vila’s powerful sketches of street battles and wearied soldiers brought the conflict to the world. A new show in Barcelona celebrates his overlooked legacy
The North Face said Monday it has opened a new megastore at Jamsil Lotte World Mall, designed as an immersive space showcasing the brand’s identity and full product lineup.
Ulsan will begin a pilot operation of a comprehensive support center for migrant workers Wednesday, as the industrial city seeks to expand legal, labor and daily-living support for its growing foreign workforce, the city government said Monday.
The International Criminal Court (ICC) has directed parties in the case of former president Rodrigo Duterte to submit observations on his continued detention.
HONGKONG, China — Tech firms led a rally across most Asian markets Monday following another healthy day on Wall Street fuelled by more strong earnings, while investors were also cheered by news that Iran had submitted fresh proposals to end its war with the United States.
HONGKONG, China — Tech firms led a rally across most Asian markets Monday following another healthy day on Wall Street fuelled by more strong earnings, while investors were also cheered by news that Iran had submitted fresh proposals to end its war with the United States.
Fars News Agency reported that Iran has executed three men accused of collaborating with Mossad and inciting unrest in the city of Mashhad during protests in January. The agency identified them as Mehdi Rasouli, Mohammadreza Miri and Ebrahim Dolatabadi.
NEW YORK, United States — A United Airlines jet with 231 passengers and crew escaped a major disaster Sunday after one of its wheels clipped a lamppost and truck on a highway while on final approach to land in New Jersey.
A special traffic management plan has been implemented in Colombo in connection with the official visit of Maldivian President Mohamed Muizzu, the Police Media Division announced.
The following is the first summary of major stories moved by Yonhap News Agency on Monday.-----------------■ (LEAD) Trump says U.S. to help free ships stranded in Strait of Hormuz
Fourteen people, including a dozen firefighters, were injured when a massive inferno fueled by high winds tore through multiple Queens homes on Sunday afternoon.
The family behind the South Korean corporate giant Samsung has completed its payment of a 12 trillion won (£6bn; $8bn) inheritance tax bill, the largest such settlement in the country's history.
Spain adds two million migrants in two years, PM's plane in emergency landing in Turkey, Spain demands release of Spanish-Palestinian activist held by Israel and more news on Monday May 4th.