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AdvertisementUS, Israel war on IranWorldMiddle EastTrump says US blockade could last for months, warns Iran to ‘get smart soon’The president spoke to oil executives about extending his naval blockade, amid reports that he had rejected Iran’s Hormuz proposal
2-MIN READ2-MIN ListenAgence France-PressePublished: 12:59am, 30 Apr 2026US President Donald Trump warned Tehran on Wednesday that it should “get smart soon” and capitulate to Washington’s demands for tight controls on its nuclear programme, as a US naval blockade turned the screws on Iran’s economy.
The US could extend its naval blockade of Iran for months more, oil executives were told in a meeting with Trump, an official said, after press reports that he had rejected Iran’s latest proposed deal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz.
“Iran can’t get their act together … They better get smart soon,” Trump posted on his social media platform, above a mocked-up picture of himself toting a rifle in front of explosions wrecking a desert fortr..

AdvertisementEuropean UnionWorldEuropeSweden targets social media giants over ‘murder adverts’ recruiting childrenThe government wants to stop criminal gangs use of social media to recruit people – including youngsters – to kill and commit other crimes
2-MIN READ2-MIN ListenAgence France-PressePublished: 11:42pm, 29 Apr 2026Sweden’s government said on Wednesday it planned to introduce legislation requiring social media platforms like TikTok and Snapchat to take down criminal gangs’ ‘murder adverts’ within an hour or face hefty fines.
Criminal gangs active in Sweden increasingly use social media to recruit people to commit murders and other violent acts amid a surge in “crime as a service”.
The recruits are often children under the age of 15, Sweden’s age of criminal responsibility, meaning the youngsters cannot be prosecuted and fall under the responsibility of social services, making them valuable assets to the gangs.
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Fred Beyer (Image Via Getty) Fred Beyer created chaos at the NFL Draft after walking onto the stage and trying to announce a fake pick for the Pittsburgh Steelers. The 24-year-old YouTuber later shared the full prank in a behind-the-scenes vlog, showing how he used fake credentials to enter a restricted area inside Acrisure Stadium.The stunt quickly turned serious. Security stopped him on stage, police officers escorted him out, and the NFL handed him an indefinite ban from all league events. The letter made it clear that if he tries to attend any NFL game or event again, law enforcement will be called. Even with the serious warning, the strange night ended with two police officers asking him for a photo.Fred Beyer storms NFL Draft stage and announces fake Pittsburgh Steelers pick before security removes himIn his YouTube vlog, Beyer explained how he planned everything before reaching the draft. He printed fake media credentials and used them to get access to an exclusive backstage are..

Argentina’s Vice President Victoria Villarruel

Tensions over the Falkland Islands have intensified after Argentina’s Vice President Victoria Villarruel said residents of the disputed territory should “go back to England”.Her remarks came in the wake of a leaked Pentagon memo suggesting the United States could reconsider its stance on Britain’s claim to the islands.Pentagon memo sparks diplomatic row The internal memo, reported by multiple outlets, indicated that a potential shift in US policy on territories such as the Falklands could be considered as leverage against NATO allies unwilling to support recent US-Israeli strikes on Iran.The development has raised concerns in London about Washington’s long-standing diplomatic position.While the US has historically backed the UK’s administration of the islands, it has often avoided taking a formal position on sovereignty, instead encouraging dialogue between Britain and Argentina.Argentina reiterates claim, targets islandersResponding to ..

AdvertisementHong Kong societyHong KongSocietyHong Kong star vows to be ‘companion, not mentor’ to protesters arrested in 2019Cantopop singer Hins Cheung makes pledge at event organised as part of youth rehabilitation programme at Hong Kong Museum of History
3-MIN READ3-MIN ListenMatthew ChengPublished: 12:24am, 29 Apr 2026Hong Kong singer Hins Cheung has pledged to be a companion rather than a mentor to youngsters arrested during the 2019 anti-government protests during an event organised as part of a youth rehabilitation programme.
The sharing session, themed “New Opportunity, New Journey”, was held at the Hong Kong Museum of History on Tuesday night.
More than 300 participants attended the event, including youngsters arrested during the protests, as well as university students and members of three neighbourhood committees.
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AdvertisementUkraine warWorldRussia & Central AsiaUkraine shot down 33,000 Russian drones in 1 month: defence ministerThe figure, for March, is the highest monthly number of intercepted drones since Moscow began its attack on its neighbour in February 2022
2-MIN READ2-MIN ListenAssociated PressPublished: 11:25pm, 28 Apr 2026Ukraine used interceptor systems to shoot down more than 33,000 Russian drones of various types in March, a record monthly figure since Moscow launched its all-out invasion more than four years ago, Ukraine’s defence minister claimed.
Ukraine has developed cutting-edge and battle-tested drone technology that has proved essential in holding back Russia’s bigger army and has drawn military interest from around the world.
Interceptor drones as part of a comprehensive air defence system are now being sought by Middle East and Gulf countries amid the Iran war, according to Ukrainian officials.
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Startup founder Nikin Tharan

An Indian-origin entrepreneur based in US has spoken about the struggles behind his immigration journey, including two green card rejections despite holding an O-1 visa and building multiple successful startups.Nikin Tharan, now a Bay Area-based founder, traced his path from building tabla-playing robots as a teenager in Bengaluru to studying and launching companies in the US, while also facing repeated visa hurdles that he says nearly ruined his career.Tharan moved to the US at 16 after securing a scholarship to Northeastern University. He later worked in advanced radiation detection systems before entering the startup world. Along with five friends, he co-founded Medsix, a medtech startup that went on to win two MIT awards. He has since co-founded multiple ventures, including GreenCard Inc. and Openventure, a platform designed to help high-skilled immigrants manage admissions, housing, jobs and visa processes.Recalling his early years, Tharan said, “I g..

San Marino players celebrate during their victory over Liechtenstein on September 5, 2025. Two months ago, the team's record stood at one win, nine draws, and 195 losses. Photo: Luka Kolanovic/IMAGO/Steinsiek.ch via Reuters Connect San Marino’s men’s team sits last in the FIFA rankings, 211th in the world, but that label only tells part of the story. La Serenissima, “The Most Serene,” a nickname used for both the national side and the republic, is drawn from a country of just over 30,000 people, where most players are not full-time professionals. Some work in offices, others in factories or the bar trade, some in jobs tied to olive oil or farm lighting, and a few are still students. They fit training around all of that, then line up against the likes of England, Spain and Germany, often carrying the tag no team wants: 'The worst in international football.' Since their first match in 1990, San Marino has faced an uphill battle, with over 196 matches lost out of the 200+ p..

AdvertisementNatoWorldUnited States & CanadaBruised by Trump, Nato alliance considers end to annual summitsTrump’s administration has engaged repeatedly in scathing criticism of many of the US-led defence alliance’s 31 other members
3-MIN READ3-MIN ListenReutersPublished: 12:41am, 28 Apr 2026Nato is considering ending its recent practice of holding annual summits, six sources told Reuters, a move that could avoid a potentially tense encounter with US President Donald Trump in his final year in office.
Trump’s administration has engaged repeatedly in scathing criticism of many of the US-led defence alliance’s 31 other members, most recently berating some for not providing more help to US military operations against Iran.The frequency of Nato ‌summits has varied over the alliance’s 77-year history but its leaders have met every summer since 2021 and will gather this year in the Turkish capital Ankara on July 7 and 8. But some members are pushing to slow the tempo, a senior European offic..

AdvertisementAfricaWorldAfricaPlane crash in South Sudan kills 14All 13 passengers and the pilot were killed
1-MIN READ1-MIN ListenAgence France-PressePublished: 11:23pm, 27 Apr 2026Updated: 11:30pm, 27 Apr 2026A small plane crashed on Monday in South Sudan near the capital Juba, killing all 13 passengers and the pilot, local officials said.
On top of instability, conflict and poverty, South Sudan also lacks reliable transport infrastructure with frequent plane crashes attributed to overloading and bad weather.
The plane was a Cessna that departed Juba International Airport at 9.15am local time and crashed about 20km (12 miles) from the capital with no survivors, the South Sudanese Civil Aviation Authority said.
AdvertisementIt said initial reports indicated the cause as “adverse weather conditions, particularly low visibility”.
Preliminary reports indicate that the plane may have crashed due to adverse weather that caused poor visibility. Photo: APThe victims included 12 South Sudanes..