UK Prosecutors Ordered to Fast-Track Hate Crime Cases
Prosecutors in England and Wales have been told to prioritize hate crime cases after a spate of antisemitic attacks. The move aims to tackle the 'climate of fear' felt by the Jewish community....
Ex-US Spy Calls for Gaza Ethnic Cleansing as He Seeks Knesset Seat
Jonathan Pollard, a former US navy intelligence analyst jailed for 30 years for spying for Israel, has said he will stand for election to the Knesset this year on a platform of advocating 'forcible removal' of Palestinia...
US to Curb Antidepressant Prescribing Amid Crisis
The US health department will begin steps to reduce antidepressant use, with proponents arguing it will help address the crisis. Psychiatrists, however, warn that access to care is the root cause....
Russia Strikes Ukraine, At Least 18 Killed
At least 18 people were killed in Russian strikes across Ukraine as President Zelenskyy denounced Moscow's 'cynicism'. Kyiv has said it will halt fire over 6 May....
Stop Plotting Against Keir Starmer, Ex-Labour Deputy Urges MPs
Tom Watson has urged Labour MPs to abandon plans to remove leader Keir Starmer. The move would likely go down badly with voters, according to Watson....
Venice Biennale Opens Amidst Controversy
The 61st Venice Biennale vernissage began under grey clouds and rain showers, as political tension dominated proceedings. The Russian pavilion was closed due to outcry over Israel's inclusion....
Panama Minister Blasts China's Ship Crackdown
Panama's foreign minister called on opposition lawmakers visiting China to defend the country's sovereignty amid a wave of detentions of Panamanian-flagged vessels. He urged them to deliver a firm message to their Chines...
Alberta voter data leaked as separatists file signatures for independence vote
Authorities investigate leak of 2.9 million voters’ details, adding to turmoil over push for independence referendum. Separatists delivered more than 300,000 signatures in support of the attempt....
Israel Army Chief Warns of Increased Killings in West Bank
The Israeli army chief has made remarks about fatally shooting Palestinian stone-throwers and treating Jewish settlers differently. The comments have sparked concerns over the treatment of Palestinians....
Tehran Sees Return to Normalcy Despite Ongoing Fears
Life in Tehran has returned to a semblance of normalcy since the fragile ceasefire with the US and Israel. However, underlying worries about economic woes and potential war remain....
Hundreds of Animals Rescued from California Sanctuary
Authorities have rescued over 400 animals from a now-shuttered sanctuary in San Diego county, citing 'appalling' conditions and malnutrition among the animals....
Democrats Urge Rubio to Acknowledge Israel's Nuclear Program
House Democrats have asked Secretary of State Marco Rubio to publicly acknowledge that Israel possesses nuclear weapons. The letter argues that decades of ambiguity over the issue must end amid the conflict with Iran....
Farage's Partner Refuses to Confirm How She Paid for House
Nigel Farage's partner, Laure Ferrari, has refused to confirm how she paid for a house in the Reform leader and MP's constituency of Clacton. She said 'there's more than one way to pay for a house'....
Rescue of Timmy the Whale 'an All-Round Catastrophe'
Marine biologists and whale experts have criticised a privately funded operation to release a humpback whale that was stranded for weeks off Germany's Baltic coast. The tracker failure has left the fate of the whale unkn...
Zelenskyy Condemns Russian 'Cynicism' Over Parade Truce
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has accused the Kremlin of 'utter cynicism' for seeking a truce so it can stage a military parade in Moscow. The truce is under threat after 23 people were killed in attacks on Ukr...
French Public Broadcasting Faces Sweeping Cuts
A parliament inquiry report recommends merging major channels and slashing TV entertainment budgets by 75%. The cuts have been criticised by left-wing politicians, who say it will damage French culture....
EU High Representative Visits Azerbaijan for Strategic Partnership Talks
The EU's High Representative, Kaja Kallas, met with Azerbaijan's leadership in Baku to advance a 'strategic partnership' and contribute to the regional peace process....
Carney appoints former war crimes prosecutor as Canada governor general
Canada’s prime minister, Mark Carney, has appointed a former supreme court justice and war crimes prosecutor as the country’s new governor general. Louise Arbour will serve as the representative of King Charles....
Boko Haram Attack Kills at Least 23 Troops in Chad, President Vows Crackdown
Militant group Boko Haram launched an assault in eastern Chad that left at least 23 Chadian soldiers dead, according to Deutsche Welle. President Mahamat Idriss Deby Itno condemned the "cowardly" attack and pledged a ren...
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