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Senator Ruben Gallego expressed regret for believing Eric Swalwell’s denials as five sexual misconduct allegations emerged. Swalwell resigned from Congress, ending his gubernatorial bid, while the House Ethics Committee launched an inquiry.

Economy passengers can soon pay to lie down and stretch out for a few hours in bunk beds on Air New Zealand’s newest planes. The airline will offer sleeping pods, known as Economy Skynest, on new Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner flights. Bookings open May 18 for select flights starting in November.

The cost of the Iran war is no longer just a government problem it’s hitting American households directly. From billions in daily military spending to soaring fuel prices and rising inflation, the economic impact is growing fast. The IMF has already warned of a global slowdown, and experts say Americans could face long-term financial strain. Here’s how this war is affecting your wallet.

#Gravitas Amid repeated threats by U.S. President Donald Trump of pulling out of the alliance, European countries are reportedly fast-tracking a contingency plan to set up a Europe-led NATO.

Ambassador Denis Alipov said no one party should regard itself as the only one entitled for security and prosperity. Certainly the security concerns of Israel should be taken into account, but also the position of Iran, the right of its civil nuclear energy should be maintained.

#Gravitas Amid Russia’s deepening defence ties with Iran, new U.S. intelligence reportedly points to China also bolstering Tehran's defences. According to a report, Beijing is preparing to deliver new air defence systems to Iran within weeks.

With barely three weeks to go for the election to local bodies in UK, UK PM Keir Starmer's electoral prospects continue to flounder. As per latest opinion polls, Labour stands fourth in terms of popularity and is likely to lose power in the Welsh Parliament for the first time since 1999.

U.S. President Donald Trump claimed that 42,000 protesters were killed by Iranian authorities during the nationwide protests that gripped Iran from December onwards. However, he contradicted the death toll figures which he himself cited in March and also the ones released by HRANA.

A shocking study claims that children as young as 13 are being exposed to explicit sexual content on X. Researchers found that even basic searches led to graphic material and the platform’s algorithm continued to push similar content into feeds. With regulators now stepping in, serious questions are being raised about whether social media platforms are doing enough to protect minors online.

Fresh controversy has erupted over claims that China may have indirectly aided Iran during its conflict with the United States by providing satellite imagery of US bases. Beijing has strongly denied the reports, calling them “baseless smears.” The issue has added a new layer of tension, especially as President Donald Trump insists China agreed not to support Iran militarily.

Ukraine endures one of the most intense aerial assaults of the war as Russia launches over 300 drones and missiles. Cities burn, civilians are hit, and air defences are pushed to the brink. President Volodymyr Zelensky warns of a critical shortage of Patriot systems as global attention shifts. Is Ukraine running out of time and weapons?

Days before Pakistan had helped to secure a ceasefire in the Iran war this week, the United Arab Emirates was seeking repayment of a US$3.5 billion deposit from Islamabad’s central bank. The withdrawal, brushed off as a “routine financial transaction” by Pakistan’s foreign ministry, equated to roughly 21 per cent of the country’s foreign exchange reserves. It was accompanied by a wave of criticism on Emirati social media directed at Islamabad.

Israel views upcoming Lebanon talks as a 'historic opportunity' to dismantle Hezbollah’s long-standing influence and restore regional security.

Playing at the at the M.Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru, RCB had Virat Kohli (49) and Rasikh Salam Dar (24/4) to thank as the duo helped RCB win by five wickets. The win also saw RCB claim top spot in the standings with their fourth win in five IPL 2026 matches.

Italy and Israel’s diplomatic rift deepened following a provocative L’Espresso cover. Israel condemned the depiction of West Bank tensions as manipulative, while Italy suspended a key defence agreement with Tel Aviv.

Ukraine is reeling after a massive overnight assault, with Russia launching over 300 drones and missiles in a single night. President Volodymyr Zelensky is urgently appealing to allies for more weapons, warning that the country’s air defence systems are under severe strain. As cities face continued bombardment, Kyiv is racing to secure military support to prevent further damage and protect civilians.

Coachella 2026 once again proved why it remains one of the world’s biggest music festivals, blending iconic performers with fresh new talent. From electrifying performances to packed crowds and viral moments, the festival delivered unforgettable experiences. The energy, music, and atmosphere captured the spirit of live entertainment, keeping fans hooked and the Coachella magic alive.

The delimitation process involves redrawing parliamentary constituencies to align with changes in population, a move that is viewed with suspicion. Opposition parties have been expressing concerns that delimitation could disproportionately increase the parliamentary representation.

Benin's Finance Minister Romuald Wadagni has won the presidency with an overwhelming majority of the vote, provisional results show. He secured more than 94% of the vote, based on 90% of ballots counted, sufficient for an "irreversible" outcome, the electoral commission said based on preliminary figures. Wadagni, 49, was the favourite to win after the main opposition party, the Democrats, failed to get its own candidate on to the ballot paper. This left Paul Hounkpè as the sole challenger - he conceded the election earlier on Monday as votes were still being counted.