Former NYC Mayor Giuliani hospitalised in ‘critical condition’
Former New York Mayor Rudolph Giuliani has been admitted to hospital and is in critical but stable condition, his spokesperson says.
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Newest first · UTC+11:00Drone gun-running ring from Jordan to West Bank busted, five suspects indicted
A joint operation by the Shin Bet, the Israel Police Southern District Major Crimes Unit, and the Israel Defense Forces has uncovered a weapons smuggling network operating from the eastern border into the West Bank, authorities announced, with five suspects, four of them Israeli citizens, now indicted.
· JERUSALEM POST STAFF
NATO's Rutte: Europeans are ensuring agreements with US on military bases are implemented
European nations have "gotten the message" from US President Donald Trump and are now ensuring that agreements on the use of military bases are being implemented, NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte said on Monday.
· REUTERS
Afternoon Update: Jewish Australians give evidence at royal commission; Chalmers downplays hope for tax relief; and a living library
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· Alan Vaarwerk
Three Tasmanian police employees charged over separate incidents
Topic:Law, Crime and Justice
Seoul shares spike over 5% to approach 7,000 on chip rally; won sharply up
South Korean stocks shot up by more than 5 percent to close at a fresh high Monday, approaching the 7,000-point mark, as investors scooped up semiconductor shares while awaiting developments in US-Iran peace talks. The Korean won rose sharply against the US dollar.
· Yonhap
For foreign workers in the Mideast, risk from the Iran war collides with economic strain at home
HANOI, Vietnam — He had met his 6-year-old son only once. A few days together in a life otherwise spent apart.
· Associated Press
Why the 3 red dots? Inside the 'Perfect Crown' royal wedding
In episode seven of “Perfect Crown,” aired on May 1, Seong Hui-ju (played by IU, also known as Lee Ji-eun) finally marries Grand Prince Ian (Byeon Woo-seok).
· Hwang Dong-hee
Imee: Relations with president ‘non-existent’
Read this in The Manila Times digital edition.
· Kaiser Jan Fuentes
Singapore, NZ sign world’s first bilateral treaty to protect essential trade
Both governments committed not to impose unnecessary export restrictions on crucial goods such as food, fuel and healthcare products
· CNA
Singapore, NZ sign world’s first bilateral treaty to protect essential trade
Both governments committed not to impose unnecessary export restrictions on crucial goods such as food, fuel and healthcare products
· CNA
(News Focus) N. Korea's football visit raises hopes, doubts for resuming inter-Korean talks
SEOUL, May 4 (Yonhap) -- North Korea's decision to send its women's club to South Korea for the regional football semifinal this month has been drawing attention to whether it could serve as a chance to ease strained inter-Korean ties, analysts said Monday.
· Woo Jae-yeon
CNBC Daily Open: As Gulf fatigue sets in, earnings take center stage
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· Anniek Bao
Forget the lawn, these mower racers are cutting loose on the race track
Lawn mower racing began in Australia in the 1980s after a disagreement between friends at a pub. (ABC Capricornia: Russel Talbot)
· Jacob Gamble
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Regional community in mourning after newborn found dead at campsite
Property News: Australia's most popular suburbs in every capital city.
· Tilli Andrew
Chinese envoy voices hope for stronger taekwondo exchanges with N. Korea
SEOUL, May 4 (Yonhap) -- China's top envoy to North Korea has visited a key taekwondo facility in Pyongyang to highlight the importance of sports exchanges involving the traditional Korean martial art between the two countries, according to the Chinese Embassy in Pyongyang on Monday.
· Chang Dong-woo
Sri Lanka and Maldives sign seven MoUs to boost bilateral cooperation
A grand ceremonial reception was held today (04) in honour of Mohamed Muizzu during his official visit to Sri Lanka, followed by the signing of several key agreements.
· Supuni Kulasinghe
Japan PM says oil crisis having ‘enormous impact’ in Asia Pacific
The global oil supply squeeze from shipping disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz during the United States-Israeli war on Iran is having an “enormous impact” across the Asia Pacific, Japan’s prime minister warns.
· Adam Hancock
Chinese Hackers Spied On Cuban Embassy As Trump Ramped Up Blockade Threats
In a story which hearkens back to bygone Cold War years, fresh reports say that Chinese hackers breached and spied on the American Embassy in Cuba at a moment President Trump threatened a US naval blockade, similar to what was in place just before the overthrow by US military intervention of Venezuela's Nicolás Maduro
· Tyler Durden
A batalha da Grécia contra o peixe‑leão‑vermelho
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Dubai airport boss predicts rapid recovery as Q1 figures show extent of slump | The National
The head of Dubai airport predicts a rapid return to full capacity soon, after federal authorities allowed the wider opening of airspace and lifted restrictions on plane numbers.
· The National
Australia and Japan sign agreements on energy, defence and critical minerals
Topic:Foreign Affairs
· Stephen Dziedzic
US pressure mounts on Seoul over Hormuz coalition
Since 2017, I have covered South Korea’s political and economic landscape as a reporter, with a focus on foreign affairs, inter-Korean relations and security.As a foreign affairs reporter, I closely follow developments from the Ministry of Unification, the Foreign Ministry and the Defense Ministry, tracking shifts i…
· Jung Min-kyung
Chinese EVs surge, Japan retreats in Korea’s shifting auto rivalry
Honda’s exit opens door as BYD rises, Zeekr, Xpeng go premium in Korea
· Ahn Sung-mi
6.1 magnitude earthquake jolts Eastern Samar
MANILA, Philippines—A magnitude 6.1 earthquake rocked Eastern Samar on Monday afternoon, the Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology said.
· Moises Cruz
6.0 magnitude earthquake jolts Eastern Samar
MANILA, Philippines—A magnitude 6.0 earthquake rocked Eastern Samar on Monday afternoon, the Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology said.
· Moises Cruz
Matthew was slugged $2640 in 'confusing' water bill bungle
Auto news: Public electric car charging cables cut and stolen at shopping centre
· April Glover
Hong Kong extends tax waiver for residents displaced by deadly Tai Po fire
Affected Wang Fuk Court residents will be exempt from final tax for 2025-26, but returns will still be issued to assess next year’s provisional liability
· Leopold Chen
Hong Kong extends tax waiver for residents displaced by deadly Tai Po fire
Affected Wang Fuk Court residents will be exempt from final tax for 2025-26, but returns will still be issued to assess next year’s provisional liability
· Leopold Chen
Paralysed dancer Mo Li testifies in court for first time over Mirror concert accident
Legal counsel says Mo Li was previously admitted to several overseas institutions, including in Beijing and Thailand
· Brian Wong
Paralysed dancer Mo Li testifies in court for first time over Mirror concert accident
Legal counsel says Mo Li was previously admitted to several overseas institutions, including in Beijing and Thailand
· Brian Wong
Man fighting for life after being stabbed in the street in Melbourne
Auto news: Public electric car charging cables cut and stolen at shopping centre
· April Glover
Kospi hits fresh peak as chip-led rally extends
SK hynix tops W1 quadrillion in market cap, powering gains
· Choi Ji-won
Iran warns of ceasefire violation as US plans to escort Hormuz ships
WASHINGTON, United States — Iran warned on Monday that it would consider any US attempt to interfere in the Strait of Hormuz a breach of the Mideast ceasefire, as President Donald Trump said the United States would begin escorting ships through the blocked waterway.
· Agence France-Presse
Iran warns of ceasefire violation as US plans to escort Hormuz ships
WASHINGTON, United States — Iran warned on Monday that it would consider any US attempt to interfere in the Strait of Hormuz a breach of the Mideast ceasefire, as President Donald Trump said the United States would begin escorting ships through the blocked waterway.
· Agence France-Presse
Major Aussie online retailer snapped up after collapse, set for relaunch within weeks
Property News: Australia's most popular suburbs in every capital city.
· Tilli Andrew
Why Korean mothers are traveling 300 kilometers to give birth
Shortages in obstetricians and neonatal intensive care beds leave high-risk mothers searching for hospitals
· Choi Jeong-yoon
Top diplomats from Iran and Pakistan stress on regional stability
Pakistan’s foreign minister Mohammad Ishaq Dar and his Iranian counterpart Abbas Araghchi discussed the “regional situation” and Islamabad’s mediation efforts in a phone call, according to a statement from Pakistan's Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
· Middleeasteye
Drug dog sits next to suitcase at Sydney Airport, sparking major find
Property News: Australia's most popular suburbs in every capital city.
· Sarah Swain
India is burning more coal as extreme heat and the Iran war squeeze energy supplies
India, the world's third-largest carbon dioxide emitter, is burning more coal as energy supply disruptions due to the Iran war and a nationwide heatwave have boosted demand for the dirty fuel.
· Priyanka Salve
European markets set to open lower as Trump threatens new auto tariffs
LONDON — European markets looked set to begin the new week in negative territory as investors continue to monitor developments in the Middle East and a potential renewal of transatlantic trade tensions.
· Hugh Leask
Seoul brings Korea’s most sought-after baked goods under one roof
Bread lovers who would normally travel across the country for a taste of Korea’s most-loved baked goods may not have to go so far this month. For three days, some of the country’s most popular bakeries will gather in one place in Seoul.
· Choi Jeong-yoon
Iran war latest: US to begin 'Operation Freedom' to guide ships out of Hormuz | The National
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· The National
Iran war latest: World leaders condemn 'unacceptable' Iranian attacks on UAE | The National
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· The National
Special counsel bill becomes political flash point
I’m a staff reporter for The Korea Herald, covering national security and foreign policy across the Defense, Foreign and Unification Ministries, as well as the National Assembly. Before entering journalism, I served as an Air Force lieutenant, working as an interpreter and junior planner at the ROK–US Combined Force…
· Hwang Joo-young
Breaking: CIT CEO misled board over TAFE misconduct investigation, inquiry finds
An inquiry into the recruitment of CIT chief executive Margot McNeill finds she actively misled the institute's board by denying that there was a finding of misconduct made against her at TAFE New South Wales.
· Lily Nothling
How to escape Russia’s army: Soldiers serving in Ukraine seek a way out
Warning: This story contains references to suicide and self harm, which some may find distressing.
· Mansur Mirovalev
Samsung union splits as non-chip workers exit over strike demands
More than 2,500 members quit as chip-focused bonus demands deepen rift
· Jie Ye-eun
NY DoorDash driver who allegedly filmed naked customer and posted viral TikTok now indicted
An Upstate New York DoorDash driver accused of filming and posting a TikTok video of a passed-out naked customer — whom she claimed sexually harassed her — has been indicted.
· Adam Silverstein