Meet Wu Yize, the new snooker world champion marking game’s ‘golden era in China’
The 22-year-old’s win at the sport’s ‘spiritual home’ has propelled him to superstardom, shines spotlight on his parents’ role in his success
· Mike Chan
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Newest first · UTC+11:00Meet Wu Yize, the new snooker world champion marking game’s ‘golden era in China’
The 22-year-old’s win at the sport’s ‘spiritual home’ has propelled him to superstardom, shines spotlight on his parents’ role in his success
· Mike Chan
Japan’s ‘iron lady’ PM is a trailblazer, but her Australian visit was a missed opportunity
Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi is a remarkable world leader, but her blink-and-you-miss-it visit to Australia proved remarkably uneventful.
· Matthew Knott
67% of voters say New York’s cost of living is out of control: poll
Two-thirds of state voters believe New York’s cost of living is out of control, a new survey released Tuesday found.
· Carl Campanile
The two possible causes for the cruise ship hantavirus outbreak — one is disgusting, and the other is terrifying
The suspected hantavirus outbreak on the MV Hondius cruise ship, which has killed three people and sickened at least three others, has two likely causes — and both are bad news for the 150 passengers on board, experts said.
· Georgia Worrell
Pussycat Dolls cancel US leg of reunion tour after poor ticket sales
The Pussycat Dolls have cancelled almost the entire US leg of their forthcoming reunion tour, following poor ticket sales.
· Steven McIntosh
Counter-terror police investigating arson at disused synagogue
A fire at a building formerly used as a synagogue in east London is being treated as an attempted arson attack and investigated the Metropolitan Police's counter-terrorism unit, the force said.
· BBC News
Hong Kong researchers develop ‘world-first’ nasal spray for rapid stroke aid
Treatment intended for initial use by paramedics, before being rolled out to high-risk groups in care facilities and eventually the general public through pharmacies
· Kristen Cheung
Hong Kong researchers develop ‘world-first’ nasal spray for rapid stroke aid
Treatment intended for initial use by paramedics, before being rolled out to high-risk groups in care facilities and eventually the general public through pharmacies
· Kristen Cheung
BOC seizes ₱136.92M smuggled goods
MANILA, Philippines — The Bureau of Customs has intercepted 25 container vans loaded with misdeclared and illegal goods worth an estimated ₱136.92 million at the Port of Manila, marking another aggressive strike against smuggling operations.
· William B. Depasupil
Inquest into cold case hears man who hid teenager's body also lied to police
Rebecca Richardson, 15, was last seen at Gin Gin in November 1998. (Supplied: Jessica Richardson)
· Jasmine Hines
Capital Group joins list of trillion-dollar asset managers at ADGM | The National
Capital Group, which manages $3.3 trillion in assets, is setting up a base in Abu Dhabi’s ADGM, as the financial hub continues to attract global investment power houses despite war-driven uncertainties.
· Sarmad Khan
PH, US fire Tomahawk missile for the first time
MANILA, Philippines—For the first time, Philippine and US forces fired the Typhon missile system or Mid-Range Capability armed with the Tomahawk land attack missile on Tuesday, a significant feat in the Exercise Balikatan 41-2026, the Armed Forces of the Philippines confirmed.
· Izel Abanilla
Russian air attacks kill five at Ukraine’s Naftogaz gas facilities
At least five people have been killed in Russian air strikes on Ukrainian state-run gas facilities in the Poltava and Kharkiv regions, officials said, a day after Kyiv and Moscow announced unilateral ceasefires to take effect later this week.
· Al Jazeera Staff
Man who killed teen in Gwangju says he committed crime while contemplating suicide
A man accused of fatally stabbing a female high school student and injuring another who tried to help her told police he acted without a clear motive, claiming he made the decision while contemplating suicide.
· Park Jun-hee
Canberra Hospital tightens security after 'confronting' knife incident
Topic:Healthcare Facilities
· Lois Maskiell
Israel honors children killed in Iranian unrest, Druze children killed by Hezbollah, with new mural
A mural in honor of children killed in regional violence and unrest in Iran will be unveiled in Israel, presenting the victims through a symbolic depiction of a children’s football match, according to project details released by its organizers and artist Hooman Khalili.
· THE MEDIA LINE STAFF
If the world spent even 10% on peace, everything could look so different - opinion
The modern world spends enormous sums preparing for war. Global military expenditure has surpassed $2.4 trillion annually. Nations purchase fighter jets, missiles, air-defense systems, cyber capabilities, and ammunition. They build alliances, strengthen deterrence, and prepare for the next conflict.
· COLONEL (RET.) ADI BERSHADSKY
IDF kills two fleeing terrorists with drone in southern Lebanon
The IDF killed two Hezbollah terrorists in southern Lebanon with a drone while they were attempting to flee, the military announced on Tuesday.
· TZVI JASPER
Colombian mercenaries ‘dying for nothing’ in Ukraine – president
Colombian citizens who travel to Ukraine to fight as mercenaries are “dying for nothing,” President Gustavo Petro has said.
· RT
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Colombian citizens who travel to Ukraine to fight as mercenaries are “dying for nothing,” President Gustavo Petro has said.
· RT
Associated Press global investigation into government surveillance efforts wins Pulitzer Prize
NEW YORK —The expansion of government surveillance efforts in China — and the role that U.S. tech firms played in it — was the foundation of investigative stories from The Associated Press that won a Pulitzer Prize Monday for international reporting.
· Associated Press
Remains of US airman missing since second world war laid to rest in Florida
Robert Cyr Jr, a US navy airman, had gone missing in 1944 when his seaplane crashed in the Segond channel
· Ramon Antonio Vargas
‘I paint the kind of people I’m attracted to’: Hernan Bas on hiding from the world in Venice
The Cuban-American artist likes to paint pretty young white men – inspired by his fascination with Holden Caulfield. So why do his portraits have a sinister edge?
· Charlottehiggins
Hong Kong posts strongest quarterly economic growth in almost 5 years at 5.9%
Robust exports and resilient domestic consumer spending drive growth despite Middle East tensions and rising energy costs
· Lam Ka-sing
Hong Kong posts strongest quarterly economic growth in almost 5 years at 5.9%
Robust exports and resilient domestic consumer spending drive growth despite Middle East tensions and rising energy costs
· Lam Ka-sing
S. Korea to play El Salvador in pre-World Cup friendly
SEOUL, May 5 (Yonhap) -- South Korea will take on El Salvador in a pre-World Cup friendly match.
· Yoo Jee-ho
Russia launches attacks on Ukraine energy infrastructure amid truce talks – Europe live
‘Russia could cease fire at any moment, and this would stop the war,’ Volodymyr Zelenskyy said in sharp criticism of Putin
· Jakub Krupa
Canada separatists submit bid to force Alberta independence vote
EDMONTON — Alberta separatists submitted stacks of boxes to election officials on Monday, which they said contained the signatures of more than 300,000 supporters, enough names to force an independence referendum in Canada's oil-rich province.
· Agence France-Presse
US military strike on alleged drug boat kills 2 in the Caribbean
The US military said it launched another strike on a boat accused of ferrying drugs in the Caribbean Sea, killing two people Monday.
· Associated Press
More than 240 Wang Fuk Court homeowners petition administrator to hold meeting
More than 12 per cent of households sign petition and say they will take legal action if Hop On Management fails to hold meeting within 45 days
· Emily Hung
More than 240 Wang Fuk Court homeowners petition administrator to hold meeting
More than 12 per cent of households sign petition and say they will take legal action if Hop On Management fails to hold meeting within 45 days
· Emily Hung
Childcare worker granted bail over alleged 'brutal assault' of children
By Sean Tarek Goodwin
· Sean Tarek Goodwin
'Good luck walking home': Alice Springs murder trial centres on intent
By Chris Murrkarany Fitzpatrick
· Chris Murrkarany Fitzpatrick
Messages from 'The Cartel': Life inside Melbourne's pub-targeted violence
Michael Trimble, owner of Melbourne's Bar 20, says "everyone is hoping that they're not going to be next". (ABC News: Andrew Altree-Williams)
· Alysia Thomas Sam
Blast at fireworks factory in China kills at least 26 people, state media says
Topic:Disasters, Accidents and Emergency Incidents
David Attenborough, 'the voice for nature,' turns 100
LONDON, United Kingdom — Britain's David Attenborough, who has for decades been the world's most authoritative voice on the natural world and whose documentaries have been watched by hundreds of millions, will on Friday celebrate his 100th birthday.
· Reuters
Ready for summer? Here's how to keep your closet 'cool'
Lighter fabrics and brighter colors arrive with warmer weather, and this summer is led by sheer materials and cool tones — mint in particular.
· Hong Yoo
Abu Dhabi’s Ta'ziz signs $28.5bn of offtake and feedstock deals | The National
Abu Dhabi's Ta'ziz has signed global offtake and feedstock agreements worth $28.5 billion to support chemicals production in the UAE and boost industrial growth.
· Fareed Rahman
Watch : VP Sara believes ICC trial against her father to push through
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· The Manila Times
Southeast Asia ministers push to elevate SEA Games, launch new regional competitions
MANILA, Philippines —Southeast Asia is taking bold steps to professionalize its sporting landscape, with regional leaders affirming the Bali Declaration on Youth and Sports and unveiling plans to elevate the Southeast Asian Games (SEA Games) to global standards.
· The Manila Times
Thailand scraps 25-year-old agreement with Cambodia on joint energy exploration
Cambodia will now initiate a compulsory conciliation mechanism under the UN Convention on the Law of the Sea
· Reuters
Thailand scraps 25-year-old agreement with Cambodia on joint energy exploration
Cambodia will now initiate a compulsory conciliation mechanism under the UN Convention on the Law of the Sea
· Reuters
Vietnam veteran receives Medal for Gallantry after leading bayonet charge
John O'Halloran receives the Medal for Gallantry from Chris Dawson. (ABC News: Jasmine Hughes)
· Greig Johnston
China fans: why pay to watch a World Cup we’re not in, and can get for free online?
Chinese fans back state broadcaster in battle with Fifa over TV rights, with poor kick-off times and bad national team hurting interest
· Stephy Zhang
China fans: why pay to watch a World Cup we’re not in, and can get for free online?
Chinese fans back state broadcaster in battle with Fifa over TV rights, with poor kick-off times and bad national team hurting interest
· Stephy Zhang
Special non-working days declared in Lapu-Lapu City, Cordova for Asean Summit
Work pauses across parts of Mactan Island as Malacañang suspends operations in host areas to support security and traffic management for a major regional summit.
· Kaiser Jan Fuentes
Starmer calls antisemitism ‘crisis for all of us’ ahead of Downing Street summit – UK politics live
The prime minister said the attack in Golders Green is ‘part of a pattern of rising antisemitism’ in the country
· Andrewsparrow
Pen pal programs have evolved, but old-fashioned letter writing could be coming back
CONCORD, New Hampshire — In 1985, a 13-year-old girl in New Zealand spotted a pair of purple, lip-shaped sunglasses in “Young Miss” magazine. In March, I traveled 9,000 miles from New Hampshire to deliver them to her, finally fulfilling my pen pal’s decades-old request.
· Associated Press
Concerns raised before Aboriginal teen's death, inquest hears
An inquest is being held to determine whether the death of the 17-year-old boy was preventable. (ABC News: Lincoln Rothall)
· Eva Blandis