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Is a ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah finally within reach? As Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu signals progress in Bint Jbeil, reports suggest a truce could come within days, even as the war continues on the ground. Scroll down to read more.

Over 53 million Americans claimed new Trump-era tax benefits this season, as average IRS refunds rose to $3,462, highlighting the impact of recent tax reforms

Iranian adviser Mohsen Rezaei warns that US ships could be targeted in the Strait of Hormuz if Washington “polices” the key oil shipping route, escalating tensions

Emergency crews are battling an out-of-control fire at the Viva Oil Refinery in Geelong, Australia, after reports of explosions at the major fuel facility

Two people have been arrested after an attempted arson attack on a north London synagogue, treated as an antisemitic hate crime by Metropolitan Police

Champions League: Bayern Munich edge out Real Madrid; Arsenal beat Sporting Lisbon to book place in semis

Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell’s term expires on 15 May, but he is planning to remain in post until his successor, Kevin Warsh, is confirmed by the Senate. If Trump decides to fire Powell, it would be the first time a Federal Reserve chair has been fired.

US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent says gas prices could fall to $3 between June and September if the Strait of Hormuz reopens amid Iran tensions

Held in Cyprus, Vaishali becomes the first Indian woman to win The Candidates and will join hands with her brother Rameshbabu Praggnanandhaa in the World Championships.

Trump’s “Arc de Trump” is now officially named the United States Triumphal Arch, a 250-foot monument planned for America’s 250th anniversary

US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said Iran made the mistake of bombing other nations in the Middle East, and those countries are now being “more transparent” about the Iranian funds in their banking systems. He further said that countries are being cautioned against buying Iranian oil.

The USS Abraham Lincoln uses thermal spray non-skid coatings, upgraded blast deflectors, and reinforced steel to protect its deck from warping under the 3,600°F exhaust of heavy F-35C jets.

Extreme ocean heat and rapid seawater evaporation leave corrosive salt deposits on USS Abraham Lincoln. Combined with night dew, these elements aggressively break down paint and accelerate steel rust.

A disturbing case has emerged from Maharashtra where a teenager has been arrested for allegedly exploiting around 180 minors and circulating obscene videos of women online. The case has been registered under POCSO, IT Act, and the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita. Authorities in Amravati have also demolished the accused’s residence as part of strict action, while investigations continue into the scale of the alleged cyber and sexual offences.

Tourism in Jammu and Kashmir is witnessing a strong revival as nearly 4 lakh visitors flocked to Asia’s largest tulip garden in Srinagar this April. The vibrant bloom has attracted tourists from across India and beyond, signalling renewed confidence in the region’s travel sector. The surge comes even as authorities continue efforts to restore normalcy and promote tourism after past security concerns.

The USS Abraham Lincoln battles bilge corrosion. In 2022, a decayed pipe leaked toxic wastewater into the drinking supply, forcing the crew to isolate tanks and deep-clean the systems.

Sailors aboard the USS Abraham Lincoln use pneumatic needle guns daily to fight severe rust. Constant chipping and repainting shield the 100,000-tonne warship from harsh ocean elements.

Israeli PM Netanyahu says Israel and the US are aligned on Iran, calls to end nuclear enrichment, reopen Hormuz Strait, and dismantle Hezbollah in Lebanon talks

The USS Abraham Lincoln uses compressed nitrogen gas for jet tyres to prevent fires, eliminate moisture, and maintain 375 PSI. The ship stores it at -196°C before safely servicing aircraft recovering at strict 44,000-pound maximum landing weights.