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Havana makes a Holy Week ‘humanitarian’ gesture as Russian tanker is allowed to reach oil-starved island Sign up for the Breaking News US email to get newsletter alerts in your inbox Cuban authorities have begun to free prisoners after announcing they would pardon 2,010 inmates, the second release in less than a month as the country faces heightened US pressure. More than 20 inmates emerged from…
Ten years after the Brexit vote, Trump’s disdain and insults are fuelling the belief that the UK should renew ties with Europe Going anywhere nice this summer? No, me neither, judging by the warning from the Ryanair boss, Michael O’Leary, that a global shortage of jet fuel caused by the Iran war may soon lead to cancelled flights. Suddenly a week in Cornwall looks a safer bet, though even that…
Hungarian opposition leader Péter Magyar says an upcoming election against pro-Russian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán is a “referendum” on Hungary’s future
The Cuban government said the releases were a humanitarian gesture during Holy Week. It was not clear if they were related to ongoing negotiations between Cuba and the United States.
India’s 2027 census will shape how wealth and power is distributed and inform policies around castes and women in the world’s most populous nation.
Hong Kong customs officers seized 6.5kg of suspected drugs worth about HK$3.4 million (US$433,800) and arrested two men in separate cases earlier this week. The Customs and Excise Department said on Friday the first arrest occurred two days earlier at Hong Kong International Airport when officers found 3.1kg (6.8lbs) of suspected ketamine in the baggage of a man, 43, who arrived from Bangkok. The…
Russia’s Digital Development Ministry is considering lifting the moratorium on scheduled inspections of telecommunications operators, the Russian business outlet RBC reported, citing two sources.
Seven cars of passenger train No. 302, traveling from Chelyabinsk to Moscow, derailed near the Bryandino station in Russia’s Ulyanovsk region, Russian Railways said.
In his annual budget, President Trump is asking Congress to boost defense spending to $1.5 trillion, the largest such request in decades.
The crew will not land on the Moon on this current mission, though Nasa is preparing for a potential lunar landing by 2028.
The Carmelite friar has 28 million followers on his social media accounts. He embodies a movement to bring Catholics back to the fold of the Church
Peace talks between Afghanistan’s Taliban government and Pakistan are advancing, China’s government said, two days after those countries resumed conversations after weeks of fighting that have killed hundreds
President Trump used an expletive-laden social media post to taunt Iranian leaders, saying that the United States would attack if they did not fully reopen the Strait of Hormuz.
The New York Times WorldThe search for an 81-year-old mainland Chinese man who went missing while hiking on Hong Kong’s MacLehose Trail entered its third day on Monday, with a veteran mountaineer calling for better promot…
South China Morning PostEven if motorists can provide evidence they’ve paid for parking, they are threatened with bailiffs and court Drivers have accused a leading car park management company of issuing “false” parking fi…
The Guardian WorldMore than half of NHS trusts have cap on availability of products, forcing patients to pay for products themselves Millions of people across the UK living with incontinence are facing shortages of …
The Guardian WorldTrump issues new ultimatum to Tehran to end its chokehold over major Persian Gulf waterway
The Independent WorldAs China runs away from the rest of the world in developing renewable energy, its coal mining industry is facing the prospect of major change
ABC News InternationalHungary's upcoming election has significant implications for the European Union
ABC News InternationalChildren and volunteers gathered at a nature park on the edge of Kyiv to release bats into the night sky
ABC News InternationalDeath tolls from the war as reported by countries as of April 5
The Independent WorldIran’s parliamentary speaker decries US president’s ‘reckless moves’ after expletive-ridden threat; Israeli PM says Trump ‘expressed his appreciation for Israel’s help’ Trump warns Iran to reopen s…
The Guardian WorldThousands across the Middle East have died in the Iran war, which began when the U.S. and Israel struck Iran on Feb. 28.
The Japan TimesThe prime minister's comments come as Donald Trump wars Tehran that the U.S. will bomb Iranian power plants unless it opens up the Strait of Hormuz.
The Japan TimesUkraine is focusing its strikes on port and oil infrastructure critical to Russian exports
The Independent WorldUS president threatens to hit Iran’s power plants if it doesn’t reopen the Strait of Hormuz by Monday
The Independent WorldAsked about the risk to the Iranian people, the president insists ‘the civilians want me to do it’
The Independent WorldRelatives say it has taken months, and in some cases years, to get back money owed by a care home operator.
BBC News (Front page)From Francesco Totti to Matthew Le Tissier, one-club men share a rare and special bond with the fans - we've ranked the top 10 here.
BBC News (Front page)AS Monaco beat Marseille (2-1) in Ligue 1 matchday 28. Thanks to this victory, Monaco (5th) have drawn level with Marseille (4th).
France 24 EnglishTraffic at the Hong Kong–Zhuhai–Macau Bridge reached peak levels during the first two days of the Easter and Ching Ming holidays, with checkpoint queues sometimes exceeding an hour, raising concern…
South China Morning PostDoncic sustained the injury in Thursday's 139-96 loss to Oklahoma City. The team announced Friday after an MRI that he will miss at least the remainder of the regular season.
The Japan TimesIn the field for this week's 90th Masters there will be no player seeking a first Augusta crown with a better pedigree than Justin Rose, writes Iain Carter.
BBC News (Front page)At its closest point, the crew of Artemis II will loop about 4,000 miles from the lunar surface late Monday. The astronauts will also venture farther into space than any previous human mission.
NPR NewsAfter surviving the Great East Japan Earthquake while pregnant, Asami Kurihara obtained a certification for being a fermented food sommelier.
The Japan TimesFigures suggest if £500,000 limit set for Great Britain 30 years ago was adjusted for inflation the maximum would be more than £1m A 30-year freeze on compensation for victims of crime should be li…
The Guardian WorldHong Kong’s Mandatory Provident Fund (MPF) is poised to report a loss of over HK$100 billion (US$12.8 billion) for March this week, its worst monthly loss in dollar terms since its inception 25 yea…
South China Morning PostThis blog is now closed Watch American sprinter Sha’Carri Richardson win her Stawell Gift heat The Paris Olympic 100m silver medallist started from scratch but powered past the field with ease. Con…
The Guardian WorldJapan’s ban on married couples having different surnames has prompted an event to highlight people’s reluctance to change their name At the very least, the three men and three women calming their n…
The Guardian WorldReduced public holiday services and school holidays heighten pressure on network, leading to overcrowding Follow our Australia news live blog for latest updates Get our breaking news email , free a…
The Guardian WorldThe crew’s Orion capsule entered what’s known as the lunar sphere of influence at around 12:41 a.m. ET Monday, crossing into the region of space where the moon’s gravitational pull is stronger than…
NBC NewsNorthern Ireland becomes first part of UK to bring in legal entitlement for parents affected by miscarriage at any stage of a pregnancy to have paid leave.
BBC News (Front page)The GSDF soldiers on Monday became the first "combat-capable" Japanese troops to train in the Southeast Asian country since the end of World War II.
The Japan TimesWilder came face to face with Joshua as he walked past the Briton after the fight. The two fist-bumped, and the American said, "Let's do it."
The Japan TimesThe world No. 1, who gets his bid for a second straight Monte Carlo Masters title under way next week, has never played a complete European clay-court season.
The Japan TimesOnly the reigning champion is allowed to take his green jacket off the club's property, and then only until he returns to defend it the following year.
The Japan TimesLong concerned about geopolitical crises, China redoubled efforts to secure energy security when President Trump started raising the stakes in his first term.
The New York Times WorldEnglish-speaking con artists have targeted university students seeking summer internships, using a bogus 40-minute orientation session to make their dubious job offers appear genuine, Hong Kong pol…
South China Morning PostIn part two of our interview, Kiran Stacey speaks to the political scientist Prof Rob Ford about the voters Labour and the Conservatives are losing to the Greens and Reform, and how May’s elections…
The Guardian PoliticsUnion says new entitlements, part of Employment Rights Act 2025, will help lower-income households Up to 9.6 million UK workers are to benefit from the changes to sick pay rules, according to union…
The Guardian WorldOfficials in Egypt say the decision to order shops to close early for a month was unavoidable, given the country's heavy reliance on imported fuel.
The Japan TimesThis blog has now closed. Our live coverage of the US-Israel war on Iran continues here Iranian media has claims that a US aircraft was destroyed while searching for the crew member of a missing US…
The Guardian WorldNasa team get deeper into space than any humans have ever ventured Astronauts on the historic Artemis II mission are expected to reach the far side of the moon on Monday, venturing deeper into spac…
The Guardian WorldA fourth suspect was arrested after showing up at a hearing for the defendants, the police said. The March attack was widely condemned but has not been declared a terrorist incident.
The New York Times WorldBrent crude rose above $110 before those gains eased after a report of US-Iran talks over a potential ceasefire.
BBC News (Front page)The majority of the papers lead with Donald Trump's latest threat to Iran to open the Strait of Hormuz.
BBC News (Front page)The trip marks the first time since the disaster that the emperor and his family have visited the municipalities where the nuclear accident occurred.
The Japan TimesFirst-time activists are fueling an effort to unseat Viktor Orban by building a grassroots movement across rural Hungary.
The Japan TimesMore than 25% of elementary and junior high students who took part in a survey said bullying was the initial cause for wanting to stop attending school.
The Japan TimesSen. Chris Murphy (D-Conn.) on Sunday derided President Trump’s latest threats to Iran as “war crimes” if committed. “Trump is calling reporters today to tell them he is going to commit mass war cr…
The HillSeoul initially denied any official role in the January drone incursion but Lee Jae Myung said a probe had revealed government officials had been involved.
The Japan TimesHong Kong’s housing authorities will expand the use of smart technologies, such as door sensors, in-home fall detectors and stair climbers, to enhance safety and convenience for elderly residents a…
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