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Pakistan Strikes Kill 3 in Afghanistan; Taliban Condemns Civilian Targeting
Three killed, 14 injured in Pakistan army strikes on Afghanistan's Kunar province. Taliban says schools, mosques destroyed in attack.
Ukraine Warns Moscow May 9 Parade Faces Drone Threat: Zelensky
Ukrainian President Zelensky warns Russia's May 9 parade could be drone-hit, urges Europe to maintain sanctions and boost defense cooperation.
TSMC Seeks Govt Nod for Advanced Fab in Hsinchu Science Park Expansion
TSMC seeks government approval for an advanced wafer fab in Hsinchu Science Park's Longtan Campus, with potential investment up to NT$600 billion for angstrom-class processes.
Brazil Rules Out TerraBras, Mandates Local Processing of Critical Minerals
Brazil rules out state-owned TerraBras, requiring local processing of critical minerals to boost domestic industry and reduce raw material exports.
Sri Lanka and Maldives Sign Seven MoUs During President Muizzu’s Visit
Sri Lanka and Maldives sign seven MoUs on tourism, education, defence, and more during President Muizzu’s first state visit to Colombo.
North Korea Slams Japan’s Security Revision as Reinvasion Plot
North Korea denounces Japan’s move to revise key security documents, calling it a sly scheme for reinvasion amid global tensions.
Pakistan's Aid Dependency: A Cycle of Relief Without Reform, Report Says
Report says Pakistan's repeated aid cycles stabilize crises but fail to drive structural change, leading to a "rent-seeking equilibrium" behavior.
PoJK Activist Exposes Media Censorship in Pakistan-Occupied Regions on Press Freedom Day
On World Press Freedom Day, Amjad Ayub Mirza highlights media control by Pakistan's PID and ISPR in PoGB and PoJK, citing self-censorship and lack of diverse viewpoints.
Hantavirus Outbreak on Atlantic Cruise Ship Claims 3 Lives, WHO Monitoring
Three dead and one critical in a hantavirus outbreak aboard the MV Hondius cruise ship in the Atlantic Ocean. WHO is monitoring and coordinating medical evacuations.
Iran Reviews US Peace Proposal to End Regional Conflict via Pakistan
Iran reviews US counter-proposal to end war, received via Pakistan. Spokesperson Esmail Baghaei dismisses nuclear speculation, focuses on ceasefire.
Zelenskyy, EU Chief Discuss Drone Deal and Security Loan Support
Ukraine President Zelenskyy and EU Commission President von der Leyen discuss European support loan, drone co-production, and security cooperation.
NATO Chief: Europe Heeds Trump's Call on Military Base Access
NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte says European nations have heeded US calls to implement military base agreements, amid Trump's troop withdrawal plans and tensions with Germany.
Russia Accuses US of Forcing Citizenship on Diplomats' Children
Russia accuses the US State Department of unlawfully granting citizenship to children of Russian diplomats, violating international norms and diplomatic practice.
Trump Shifts from "Escort" to "Guide" in Strait of Hormuz Amid Skepticism
US media highlights Trump's shift from "escort" to "guide" in Project Freedom amid efficacy doubts, as European diplomats and maritime operators question the strategy.
Shakira Makes History with Free Concert for 2 Million Fans on Copacabana
Shakira performed a historic free concert on Copacabana Beach in Rio de Janeiro, drawing 2 million fans. The show was part of her Las Mujeres Ya No Lloran world tour.
Olivia Wilde Claps Back at Gollum Comparison in Viral Interview
Olivia Wilde addresses being compared to Gollum from Lord of the Rings, joking with her brother about a fish-eye lens in a viral interview.
Russia Intercepts Two Ukrainian Drones Near Moscow; No Casualties Reported
Russian air defenses foil two Moscow-bound drone attacks, says Mayor Sobyanin. No casualties reported. Zelenskyy meets UK PM Starmer to discuss war strategy.
Japan and Australia Forge Resilient Supply Chains to Counter China
Japan and Australia pledge to secure energy and rare earth supplies, reducing dependence on China amid Middle East volatility and geopolitical tensions.
Charlize Theron Reveals Her Kids Must Work and Earn Their Own Way
Charlize Theron says her adopted daughters Jackson and August will need to work and earn their own money, starting with a cheap first car.
US Lawmakers Push Bipartisan Resolution on China-Taiwan Threats Ahead of Trump-Xi Summit
Bipartisan US lawmakers introduce resolution expressing concern over China's threats to Taiwan, focusing on peace and stability ahead of Trump-Xi summit.
Rubio to Visit Vatican, Italy to Ease Tensions After Trump Clashes with Pope and Meloni
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio plans a diplomatic mission to the Vatican and Italy amid friction caused by President Trump's clashes with Pope Leo and PM Meloni.
Iranian Super Tanker Evades US Navy, Reaches Indonesia
A second Iranian supertanker, DERYA, evades US Navy blockade to reach Indonesian waters. The vessel is carrying 1.9 million barrels of crude oil.
Seoul Stocks Hit Record High as Middle East Tensions Ease
South Korean shares open at fresh record high above 6,700 as Trump announces plans to free ships in Strait of Hormuz amid US-Iran peace talks.
US-Pak Mining Dreams Shattered by BLA Insurgency in Balochistan
NYT report reveals how BLA attacks, including a 500-militant assault, disrupt a $1.3B US investment in Balochistan's mineral wealth, highlighting security failures.
Taiwan Reports Increased Chinese Military Activity Near Its Territory
Taiwan detected 2 Chinese military aircraft, 8 naval vessels, and 3 official ships near its territory. Beijing asserts Taiwan as part of China.