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New photos show White House dinner suspect Cole Allen armed before the attack. Prosecutors detail planning and push for continued detention

NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani suggests King Charles return the Kohinoor diamond, reigniting debate over colonial history and cultural restitution

Iran’s Parliament Speaker rejects Donald Trump’s claims about imminent oil infrastructure explosions, escalating a dispute over sanctions, oil markets, and global energy policy.

UK PM Keir Starmer calls London stabbing a “terrorist incident” after attack on Jewish men in Golders Green, promising urgent action and security response

Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth said that the biggest challenge and biggest adversary military of the US military forces are the reckless, feckless, and defeatist words of congressional Democrats and some Republicans over the Iran war.

Jerome Powell says he will remain a Federal Reserve governor after his term ends, as the Fed faces political pressure, legal scrutiny, and rate divisions

The Russia-Ukraine conflict was also discussed, and Putin reportedly proposed a temporary ceasefire in Ukraine to coincide with Russia’s Victory Day celebrations on May 9, marking the anniversary of the end of World War II.

Andrada was issued a 12-match ban for the punch itself, while his initial red card carries an automatic one-match ban, ruling him out for the rest of the season, dealing a blow to Zaragoza's hopes in their battle to avoid relegation.

Donald Trump says Iran peace talks are now “telephonic” as negotiations stall, warning no deal unless Tehran agrees to no nuclear weapons

US President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin held a closely watched 90-minute phone call as global tensions surrounding the Iran war continue to rise. The two leaders discussed the ongoing conflict in the Middle East, broader geopolitical developments and the recent shooting incident at a White House Correspondents’ Association dinner, which Putin reportedly condemned during the conversation. The call comes at a time of heightened international uncertainty, with Washington and Moscow both deeply involved in key global security challenges.

The residence of Ali Khamenei been officially registered as an Iranian national heritage site. The Tehran home will be preserved as a living museum of revolutionary values, immortalising the late leader's austere lifestyle and strategic legacy during the 2026 conflict.

Donald Trump has issued a stark warning to Iran, posting a dramatic image alongside the message: “No more nice guy.” The rhetoric comes as nuclear negotiations stall, with Washington insisting on strict curbs while Tehran refuses to back down under pressure. With deadlines approaching and geopolitical tensions rising, the standoff is entering a critical phase. As the U.S. faces mounting pressure: from allies, voters, and legal constraints—the question remains: can diplomacy survive, or is escalation inevitable?

Russian President Vladimir Putin has warned officials about the risks of “sabotage and terrorism” ahead of elections planned in occupied Ukrainian regions, following recent strikes near the Tuapse oil refinery on the Black Sea coast. Moscow described the incidents as foreign-backed provocations aimed at destabilising the situation and disrupting regional security. The warning comes amid heightened tensions surrounding the war in Ukraine, with Russian authorities increasing security measures ahead of the controversial vote.

How are Americans feeling about President Donald Trump's performance today? Do Pennsylvanians concur with the national Trump job approval rating? Trump's overall presidential approval rating has been sliding since the first historic government shutdown in October. Now, since the start of the Iran war, it has dropped to its lowest this term. According to the latest polls heading into campaign season for the 2026 midterm elections, Trump's approval rating continues sinking.

Russia has unveiled the S-71K Kover, a new long-range cruise missile designed to significantly enhance the strike capability of the Su-57 stealth fighter jet. Reports suggest the missile offers up to 300 kilometres of stand-off attack range, allowing aircraft to hit targets from safer distances without entering heavily defended zones. The development comes as Moscow continues to intensify military operations in Ukraine, raising fresh concerns over the evolving battlefield and the growing role of advanced missile systems in modern warfare.

UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer is facing renewed political pressure after avoiding a parliamentary ethics probe linked to questions surrounding Lord Peter Mandelson and past associations involving Jeffrey Epstein. Conservative leader Kemi Badenoch accused the government of bypassing due process and blocking proper scrutiny, warning that such actions could weaken public trust in Parliament. The controversy has added fresh tension to Westminster politics, with opposition figures demanding greater transparency and accountability from the Labour government.

A bold new compensation plan at SpaceX is tying CEO Elon Musk’s pay to an extraordinary target—building a future on Mars. According to reports, the package links financial rewards to long-term milestones including Mars colonization and even the development of space-based data centers. One of the most ambitious conditions reportedly envisions a future where up to one million people could live on the Red Planet. The plan also intensifies the internal competition for Musk’s attention between SpaceX and Tesla, raising questions about priorities, feasibility, and corporate strategy.

Russia is increasingly emerging as a central player in the Iran crisis, raising questions over whether Tehran now sees Vladimir Putin as its most trusted diplomatic backchannel. During recent talks with Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi, Putin pledged that Moscow would do “everything” possible to help secure peace and protect regional stability. The growing Russia-Iran coordination comes as US-Iran negotiations remain deadlocked over Tehran’s nuclear programme, pushing Moscow into a potentially critical mediator role in one of the world’s most dangerous geopolitical standoffs.

US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth strongly defended the Trump administration’s handling of the Iran war during a tense congressional hearing focused on the Pentagon’s budget and military strategy. Lawmakers questioned the growing financial burden of the conflict after Pentagon officials revealed the war has already cost around $25 billion, most of it spent on munitions and operations. Democrats on the panel criticised the administration’s long-term strategy and rising economic impact, while Hegseth argued the campaign was necessary to stop Iran from obtaining nuclear weapons.