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How an ocean cruise turned into a hantavirus nightmare About 150 passengers remain stranded on M/V Hondius off Cape Verde as suspected hantavirus outbreak claims three lives and leaves authorities blocking evacuation amid growing health concerns.

Yarsagumba collection to open in Dolpa from May 24 for one month Authorities fix permit fees, tighten monitoring and safety measures.

Three death row prisoners were transferred from Orumiyeh Central Prison to undisclosed locations on 30 April. Their families have received no clear response from authorities amid concerns over imminent execution.

Cyber attack exposes student and staff private details A global cyber attack has revealed the names of students and staff in schools and universities, with authorities scrambling to contact those affected.

Woman scammed Medicare $1m for gigs, fast food and sporting events The scam allowed her to spend thousands on gigs, sporting events and hotels, and deception continued even after authorities flagged that something was up.

The head of state held an appointment with official municipal authorities in La Moneda in order to discuss how to address the main territorial challenges and strengthen coordination between the Executive and the municipalities. At the meeting, the community leaders asked to be part of working groups to address issues such as security and education.

Homeless people's belongings can be seized under new Vic council laws The Port Phillip council will enable authorities to impound the belongings of a person experiencing homelessness if they display anti-social behaviour.

The uniformed police took the cell phone of the RN parliamentarian, computers and filing cabinets from her workplace. From their defense they commented that they have the "confidence" that no crimes were committed. "We will continue to collaborate with the authorities to contribute to the full clarification of the anonymously reported facts," said lawyer Luis Masferrer.

Luis Perozo must appear before the authorities every month after his hearing on Wednesday. Activists and family members ratified that the public complaint will be the tool to get the current investigation process annulled. The young Luis Eduardo Perozo [...] The post Excarcelan with precautionary measures to Luis Perozo after new arrest in Mariara appeared first on TalCual .

Hantavirus: Madrid and the Canary Islands clash over arrival of MV Hondius in Tenerife The Spanish government says it is carrying out a health operation in coordination with the European Union, while authorities of the archipelago criticize a decision they say has been imposed without consultation.

Iran ready to provide assistance to commercial vessels in Strait of Hormuz — authorities According to an official address, Iran’s ports are ready to provide "services and technical support, as well as medical assistance"

Man charged in DC shooting was walking near JD Vance’s motorcade, agent says Michael Marx was shot by authorities multiple times and then taken to a hospital after bystander was wounded A man accused of firing a gun at law enforcement officers near the Washington monument this week was walking along the path of JD Vance ’s motorcade before the shooting and made a vulgar remark about the White House after the confrontation, according to a court filing on Wednesday. Michael Marx, 45, of Midland, Texas, was shot multiple times during Monday’s confrontation and was in the back of an ambulance on his way to a hospital when he said: “‘F—k the White House’ and ‘Kill me, kill me, kill me’”, a Secret Service agent said in an affidavit. Continue reading...

Israeli forces bulldoze farmland near Jenin amid settlement fears Israeli forces bulldoze farmland near Jenin amid settlement fears Israeli forces have bulldozed agricultural land in the town of Arrabeh, south of Jenin in the occupied West Bank, according to Wafa news agency. Bulldozers began levelling land near the northern entrance of the town, while Israeli authorities also issued notices for the clearing of additional areas for expansion projects without specifying the amount of land involved. According to local residents, Israeli forces had previously forced Palestinians to leave areas surrounding the former Arraba military camp in February.

Feds sweep into MacArthur Park in operation against 'open-air drug market' Dozens of federal agents and LAPD officers were seen in MacArthur Park on Wednesday in what authorities said was an effort to dismantle local drug networks.

Old Tafo Assembly cracks down on encroachment at Atimatim Junction Authorities in the Old Tafo Municipality have warned residents and traders to comply with sanitation regulations and remove unauthorised structures, following a clean-up and decongestion exercise at Atimatim Junction.

Why did the Huasteca Potosina’s picturesque Tamul Waterfall dry up? State and federal authorities pulled out all the stops to get the Gallinas River flowing again to the waterfall site, including a total ban on upstream extraction for irrigation, but to no avail. The post Why did the Huasteca Potosina’s picturesque Tamul Waterfall dry up?

Akron raids net 27 illegal slot machines. Thousands have already been seized. Authorities raided an Akron site, seizing 27 illegal slot machines and arresting two people linked to ongoing gambling operations.

VIRAL FEARS: Another MV Hondius patient tests positive for hantavirus as ship heads for Canary Islands A new case of hantavirus has emerged on the MV Hondius, raising concerns among health authorities regarding human-to-human transmission.

Tshisekedi hints at possible rule beyond second term In tonight's edition, Félix Tshisekedi says that he would accept a third term “if the people” want it, following a constitutional referendum. Also, a French court orders the resumption of an investigation into accusations that the widow of Rwanda's ex-president Juvenal Habyarimana was involved in the 1994 genocide. And new allegations of secret detentions and abuse are emerging from Burkina Faso, where authorities are accused of holding a prominent investigative journalist in a covert facility.

Bahrain says suspects linked to IRGC arrested Bahrain says suspects linked to IRGC arrested Bahrain’s interior ministry said authorities have arrested an unspecified number of people alleged to have “close links” to Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps, with some facing espionage-related accusations. The announcement follows a decision by Bahrain in late April to revoke the citizenship of 69 people accused of supporting Iranian attacks against the country. Authorities alleged those affected had shown support for Iran and were “colluding with foreign entities”.

Authorities search for missing paddleboarder on Graham Lake in Ellsworth The 20-year-old is believed to have set off late Tuesday morning, officials say.

Residents call for judicious utilisation of hospital spaces in Tambaram, Chromepet They raise concern over the underutilisation of two govt. hospital premises on GST Road and urge authorities to repurpose surplus space for emergency health services or other government needs

Kusease D/A Basic School appeals for computers to improve ICT teaching Authorities of Kusease D/A Basic School, in the Bosome Freho District of the Ashanti Region, are seeking support to acquire computers to help teach ICT more effectively.

El Jalapeño: Los Cabos celebrates the opening of its 10,000th pharmacy Authorities are hopeful that the city will break the six figure mark by 2035. The post El Jalapeño: Los Cabos celebrates the opening of its 10,000th pharmacy appeared first on Mexico News Daily

Police demolish illegal structure of drug peddler at Noor Bagh Srinagar, May 6: Continuing its intensified crackdown against narcotics under the ongoing Nasha Mukt Jammu & Kashmir Abhiyaan, Srinagar Police demolished an illegally constructed residential structure belonging to a habitual drug peddler in the Palpora NoorBagh area of the city. Police identified the accused as Hilal Ahmad Sheikh, son of Feroz Ahmad Sheikh, a resident of Zahidpora Hawal presently residing at Pamposh Colony, Palpora Noorbagh. According to police officials, the accused had encroached upon state land and raised the structure illegally without obtaining any lawful permission from the concerned authorities.

Costa Rica Environmental Groups Host Concert to Protect Sharks A coalition of environmental organizations will hold a concert Friday night in San José to call attention to the decline of shark populations in Costa Rica and pressure authorities to strengthen protection for threatened marine species. The event, scheduled for Friday, May 8, at 7:30 p.m. at Amón Solar, is organized by the UCR Kiosks […] The post Costa Rica Environmental Groups Host Concert to Protect Sharks appeared first on The Tico Times | Costa Rica News | Travel | Real Estate .

Where is Kristin Smart? Search warrant served at property of killer's mother after remains detected Three decades after Kristin Smart vanished in San Luis Obispo County, authorities are revisiting a family home tied to her killer with the aim of finally recovering her remains.

Kashmir transporters threaten to go on indefinite strike from May 12 Srinagar, May 06:  Days after a Valley-wide “chakka jam” over the Smart City bus row, transporters in Kashmir on Wednesday announced an indefinite strike from May 12, warning of a complete halt in public transport if the government fails to address their demands. Speaking to reporters in Srinagar, Transport Association Kashmir President Shabir Matta, as per the news agency—Kashmir News Observer (KNO), said the decision follows continued “inaction” by the authorities despite repeated outreach by transport bodies after the April 20 shutdown. “We have given the government time till May 11.

Authorities ban Tops Soya Sauce batch over excessive sorbic acid preservative in Anantnag Anantnag, May 06: Authorities in Jammu and Kashmir’s Anantnag district banned the sale of a specific batch of Tops brand Soya Sauce after laboratory tests found it unsafe for consumption, officials said Wednesday. The order, issued by the Office of the Assistant Commissioner and Designated Officer for Food Safety in Anantnag, applies to “SOYA SAUCE” under the Tops brand, bearing Lot No. 6A1617AK.

France is offering a special agreement in which the country, together with others, will secure traffic in the Strait of Hormuz, sources at the Elysee Palace, the French president's office, said. The French authorities want to separate the issue of Hormuz from the rest of the negotiations between the United States and Iran. France is therefore calling for "the issue of freedom of navigation to be separated from the rest", as it is a "matter of common interest". The president's office stated that the international naval force under Franco-British leadership can then "immediately" take over the security of shipping traffic in the important strait. Initial reactions in Washington and Tehran have been positive, it is reported.

Cape Verde: three evacuated from MV Hondius over suspected hantavirus Netherlands authorities have coordinated the medical evacuation of three people from the MV Hondius, including one Dutch passenger and two crew members, a Dutch and a British national. The patients, suspected of having a hantavirus infection, are being transferred to specialised hospitals.

Police arrest officer over viral young man assault in Juba South Sudan police authorities say the police officer seen assaulting a civilian in a viral social media video in Juba has been arrested, with an investigation now underway. According to police spokesperson Major General Danel Justin, the suspect was identified and taken into custody through his department on the morning of 6 May following the […] The post Police arrest officer over viral young man assault in Juba first appeared on Eye Radio .

German authorities clamp down on alleged far-right extremists The German authorities have raided the homes of suspected members of two ‘right-wing extremist’ groups in 12 regions Read Full Article at RT.com

Tai Po fire: inspectors failed to anticipate firms’ deception, inquiry hears Government inspectors did not foresee engineering firms colluding to deceive authorities over the use of substandard renovation materials at a Hong Kong residential estate devastated in the city’s deadliest fire in decades, a public inquiry has heard. Andy Ku Siu-ping, a senior maintenance surveyor with the Housing Bureau’s Independent Checking Unit, on Wednesday blamed “systemic defects” for the body’s failure to rectify the use of flammable polyfoam boards and scaffolding mesh during a HK$336...

Spanish passenger on the ‘Hondius’: ‘There are 23 people who got off on Saint Helena and have been wandering around’ Health authorities only began contacting the passengers who left the ship on Tuesday

Tunisia temporarily bans prominent rights group Tunisian authorities have temporarily banned the local branch of prominent international NGO Avocats Sans Frontieres, the branch said on Tuesday, days after another leading group was targeted by a similar measure.

Police investigate two more assaults at far-right May Day march in Tampere Authorities are now investigating a total of three assaults linked to the event.

Kindiki Urges Regulatory Agencies to Boost Efficiency, Cut Business Costs Kindiki noted that Kenya’s 127 regulatory authorities and agencies must exercise their statutory powers firmly but fairly.

Counsel for Imran, Bushra seeks adjournment of May 7 hearing, says he is not authorised to argue main appeals in £190m case ISLAMABAD: A day before the scheduled hearing in the £190 million corruption case, counsel for former prime minister Imran Khan and his spouse Bushra Bibi on Wednesday said they were not authorised to argue the main appeals against conviction and sought an adjournment of the May 7 hearing. In an application filed before the Islamabad High Court (IHC), Barrister Salman Safdar, PTI Secretary General Salman Akram Raja and Sarmad Muneeb said their engagement was limited to arguing applications for suspension of sentence, adding that no formal power of attorney or instructions had been obtained for the main appeals. The lawyers also informed the court that, despite repeated efforts, the authorities at Adiala jail had not facilitated meetings with the clients for the purpose of obtaining instructions or executing fresh powers of attorney.

Cold-Blooded Murder on Crete: Father Kills 20-Year-Old in Revenge for Son’s Death A 54-year-old man, identified as Konstantinos Parasiris, has surrendered to police in Heraklion, Crete for the murder of a 20-year-old man in the Ammoudara area on May 5. Authorities said the victim, Nikistratos Gemistos, was shot six times. Upon turning himself in and surrendering the firearm, the suspect reportedly told officers he “did what he […]

27 held, HK$3.3m fuel seized as Hong Kong cracks down on illegal sales by triads Hong Kong authorities have arrested 27 people and seized more than 21,000 litres of illicit fuel worth about HK$3.3 million (US$421,200) in a crackdown on triad-linked illegal fuel sales amid soaring global oil prices. Customs, police and fire services on Wednesday said they had jointly tackled 19 cases between April 13 and 30 in an operation code-named “Knockout”, during which 15 vehicles and a speedboat used to transport the fuel were also seized. The investigation found that the vehicles were...

STORM HIGH ALERT: Severe weather warnings prompt school closures across Western and Eastern Cape As an intense cut-off low-pressure system triggers Orange Level 8 warnings, education authorities have suspended classes in high-risk districts across these provinces. With severe flooding and disruptive snow forecast through Thursday, officials are prioritising the safety of pupils and staff amid life-threatening conditions.

Hongkongers to pay only HK$240 a year for leukaemia drug after system shake-up More than 400 cancer patients are set to benefit from Hong Kong health authorities’ decision to subsidise a leukaemia drug, reducing annual treatment costs from up to HK$500,000 (US$63,800) to just HK$240. The Hospital Authority said on Wednesday that it began subsidising the medication, Dasatinib, in April, with the government expected to allocate an additional HK$49 million in annual spending to help cover the cost. As part of the move, Dasatinib was reclassified from a “self-financed item” to...

Russian man sets himself on fire at war memorial on anniversary of Ukraine invasion, authorities suppress news of it A 37-year-old Kaliningrad resident set himself on fire at the 1,200 Guardsmen memorial on February 24, 2025 — the third anniversary of Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine. Alexander Okunev’s act of protest was suppressed by authorities, the independent Russian investigative outlet iStories found, working alongside Delfi Estonia and the Lithuanian public broadcaster LRT.

US investigation of Sinaloa Governor Rubén Rocha Moya stems directly from Los Chapitos case Two leaders of this faction of the Sinaloa Cartel, Ovidio and Joaquín Guzmán, have already been arrested and are cooperating as witnesses for US authorities

Hong Kong to ban new EVs with only electronic door handles Hong Kong is set to ban electric vehicles (EVs) equipped solely with electronic door handles, as authorities seek to align with mainland China’s decision to mandate physical manual releases on all new cars from 2027 to mitigate safety hazards. Secretary for Transport and Logistics Mable Chan said on Wednesday that the government was closely monitoring the latest technical breakthroughs and regulatory shifts on the mainland and abroad to ensure local road users were protected by up-to-date...

Burkina Faso junta secretly held and abused journalist Atiana Serge Oulon: RSF Burkina Faso's authorities secretly held and abused a prominent investigative journalist and dozens of others in a makeshift detention facility in the capital, an international advocacy group said Wednesday, in the latest crackdown on political dissent in the West African nation.

Two Australian states prepare to resettle children from Syrian detention camp with most bound for Melbourne Four women and nine children expected to return to Australia on Thursday with all apart from a mother and her child expected to go to Victoria Get our breaking news email , free app or daily news podcast Authorities in two Australian states are preparing to resettle children returning from squalid detention camps and life under Islamic State rule, as at least some of their mothers face possible criminal charges. Four women and nine children are expected to return to Australia on Thursday, with all of them apart from a mother and her child bound for Melbourne. Continue reading...

South Africa: Deadly Storms Trap Thousands and Force Schools to Shut Doors [Scrolla] Floods have cut off nearly two thousand families in the Northern Cape and destroyed homes in the Free State today. Authorities locked the doors of over one hundred schools in the Western Cape to keep children safe from rising waters.

Aviation authorities report ‘less than 5%’ flight cuts despite Mideast war Fewer than 5 per cent of Hong Kong flights for May and June combined have been cancelled, and about 1 per cent for the peak July travel period, aviation authorities have said, despite a global fuel crisis triggered by war in the Middle East. The figures were shared in Secretary for Transport and Logistics Mable Chan’s response to a lawmaker’s question, with the minister also revealing the Airport Authority planned to review charges to ease the financial burden on the aviation industry. The Civil...

Pakistan again turns to spot LNG market, seeks bids for 2 cargoes ISLAMABAD: State-run Pakistan LNG Limited (PLL) on Wednesday floated urgent tenders for the import of two liquefied natural gas (LNG) cargoes for delivery between May 12-14 and May 24-26 amid rising temperatures and power shortfall. The company set May 7 (Thursday) as the deadline for bids, which will be opened the same day, given the urgent need to meet the power demand expected to spike again as the cargo imported in the last week of April has been consumed. The tender comes after authorities’ expectations of the Middle East crisis easing and the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz did not materialise.

India news: Twin explosions put Punjab on edge Two explosions near military complexes have put the northern state of Punjab on edge. Authorities are still investigating the source of the blasts. Meanwhile TVK's Vijay seeks an alliance in Tamil Nadu.

Spain agrees to receive hantavirus-hit cruise ship in Canary Islands following WHO request The Spanish government on Tuesday night authorised the docking in the Canary Islands of the polar cruise ship MV Hondius, on which a hantavirus outbreak has already left three people dead, after Cape Verdean authorities denied it entry to their ports and following a formal request from the World Health Organization (WHO) that invoked Spain's “moral and legal obligation” to assist the 147 passengers and crew on board, including 14 Spanish citizens.

RI federal judge orders investigation after ICE failed to disclose man’s murder warrant U.S. District Court Judge Melissa DuBose, who released a man without being told by federal authorities he was wanted for a homicide in his native Dominican Republic, referred the matter Tuesday to the full court for review by a magistrate judge or special master. During an afternoon virtual hearing, DuBose ordered 27-year-old Bryan Rafael Gomez to be detained again pending a bond hearing before an immigration judge within the next week.

Bratislava Foreigners’ Police to shut public office for one week Authorities say all services will resume at a new address on Račianska Street from 18 May.

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 Alberta separatists have delivered more than 300,000 signatures to elections officials in western Canada , in support of their attempt to force an independence referendum in Canada’s oil-rich province. But the effort stumbled immediately as a separatist-linked group posted the personal data of nearly 3 million residents online in one of the largest data breaches in Canadian history, fomenting fears of a possible political interference crisis. Continue reading...

Russia: Urgently investigate torture allegations of imprisoned anarchist Azat Miftakhov Reacting to reports that Azat Miftakhov, a mathematician and anarchist activist, was subjected to torture, including sexualized abuse, in a Russian penal colony, Denis Krivosheev, Amnesty International’s Deputy Regional Director for Eastern Europe and Central Asia, said: “The authorities must urgently launch an independent and effective investigation into these allegations, hold all those suspected to […] The post Russia: Urgently investigate torture allegations of imprisoned anarchist Azat Miftakhov appeared first on Amnesty International .

Zambia: Last-minute postponement of RightsCon appears a brazen act of Chinese transnational repression which must be resisted Amnesty International strongly condemns the Zambian government for open-endedly “postponing” RightsCon – the largest global tech and human rights conference, which was due to start today in Lusaka and online – after allegedly being pressured by Chinese diplomats. Conference organizers Access Now have confirmed they believe “foreign interference” was behind the last-minute postponement. According to their statement, officials from Zambia’s Ministry of Technology and Science had communicated that they were under pressure from Chinese diplomats over, among others, the participation of Taiwanese civil society, prior to the Zambian authorities’ decision to postpone the event.

Interior minister bans MPs from publishing surveillance data Interior Minister Igor Taro (Eesti 200) on Monday banned the Riigikogu's Security Authorities Surveillance Select Committee from publishing data he presented regarding covert surveillance permits in Estonia.

Tram service to Tallinn Airport to resume in the first half of July Tram service to Tallinn's airport is set to resume in early July after a nearly two-year suspension caused by construction and infrastructure issues, city officials said. Authorities are also planning an additional tram line to improve connections between the airport and the city.

Health officials urge vigilance amid suspected hantavirus outbreak Authorities in South Africa and Cape Verde say the response remains focused on containing the outbreak, ensuring patient care, and minimising risks to the wider public.

Russia preparing for May 9 'propaganda concert' on Estonia's border Authorities in the Russian border town of Ivangorod are preparing to hold another concert on May 9 for the residents of Narva across the river.

Canada’s most oil-rich province could vote on breaking away A pro-independence movement in Alberta has submitted almost 302,000 signatures to the election authorities in a bid to trigger a referendum Read Full Article at RT.com

Niger doctors issue 72-hour ultimatum, threaten shutdown over abducted colleague Medical doctors in Niger State have warned of an imminent strike if authorities fail to secure the release of a kidnapped colleague, escalating concerns over the safety of healthcare workers in the region. The threat was issued by the National Association of Government General Medical and Dental Practitioners (NAGGMDP), Niger State chapter, which gave the […] The post Niger doctors issue 72-hour ultimatum, threaten shutdown over abducted colleague appeared first on Latest Nigeria News | Top Stories from Ripples Nigeria .

Iranian strike causes ‘major fire’ at petroleum facility – UAE At least three Indian nationals have been injured in an Iranian attack on a petroleum industrial site in the UAE, the authorities report Read Full Article at RT.com

Pushback in Nigeria over ex-Boko Haram fighter reintegration Nigeria is set to reintegrate more than 700 former Boko Haram fighters into society under a government deradicalization program. Authorities say this is key to ending the insurgency — but communities are skeptical.

Mali: Authorities must immediately clarify the fate and whereabouts of lawyer and pro-democracy politician Mountaga Tall Reacting to the disappearance of Malian lawyer and leading opposition figure Mountaga Tall in the early hours of 3 May, Ousmane Diallo, Senior Researcher on Sahel at Amnesty International’s Regional Office for West and Central Africa, said: “We are alarmed by the disappearance of Mountaga Tall who was taken from his home by armed men […] The post Mali: Authorities must immediately clarify the fate and whereabouts of lawyer and pro-democracy politician Mountaga Tall appeared first on Amnesty International .

Security Reinforced on Aldama-Ojinaga Highway with 40 Additional State Police Officers “Sol Prendido” for Borderland Beat  According to Ricardo Realivazquez Domínguez, Undersecretary of Police Deployment for the State Public Security Secretariat (SSPE), within a 10-day span—following the assignment of 40 additional officers to patrol the highway stretch running from Aldama to Ojinaga—authorities have seized six stolen vehicles (two of which were burned out) and dismantled several encampments and a ranch that criminal groups were using as temporary operational bases. This action was taken in response to reports filed on April 22, in which seven vehicles were stolen—in separate incidents involving the use of violence—at various points along the route. Consequently, starting from that date, the permanent patrol presence of these 40 SSPE officers—specifically drawn from the SWAT unit—was added to the ongoing operations conducted by the Inter-institutional Operations Bases (BOI).

Romania races to secure EUR 1 bln Rheinmetall deal to pull Mangalia shipyard out of bankruptcy Romania is pushing to finalise a near EUR 1 billion contract with German defence group Rheinmetall by May 31, in what officials openly frame as a last-minute opportunity to revive the bankrupt Mangalia shipyard, Ziarul Financiar reported on April 30. Economy minister Ambrozie-Irineu Darău said the probability of the deal collapsing is “only 1%”, underscoring both the urgency and the high stakes surrounding the project. The contract, financed under the EU-backed SAFE defence programme, envisages the construction of four military vessels, with Romanian authorities insisting that production should take place domestically, preferably at the Mangalia facility on the Black Sea.

Lighting the way to protect Kenya's lions and the livestock they prey on As a boy, Richard Turere saw up close the threat lions posed to his family's livestock – and the threat to the lions in turn. His ingenious solution to the problem is now being used by conservation organisations and wildlife authorities across East Africa.

On the 65th day of the conflict between the United States and Iran, US President Donald Trump stated that he would consider a new proposal submitted by Tehran to end the war. The content presented by the Iranian authorities comes as both sides have hardened their rhetoric in recent days. According to reports [...]

Authorities say there could be a lot of unexploded ordnance there.

From the early days of independent Ukraine until the war launched by Russia in 2022, Ukraine suffered greatly from its reputation as an “oligarchic state.” But the Russian invasion had an unexpected effect that neither the efforts of the Ukrainian authorities nor pressure from outside the country could produce: it brought some of the country’s most powerful oligarchs to their knees, significantly weakening or even destroying the empires of these tycoons.

A possible drone warning threat was issued in Võru County, southeastern Estonia, on Sunday morning as Russian authorities reported attacks on the Leningrad region. The alert ended at 5:30 a.m.

Greta Thunberg says activists are being tortured in Israel Human rights activist Greta Thunberg has condemned Israel’s illegal interception of more than 20 civilian vessels from the Global Flotilla in international waters, saying around 200 participants were taken over 1,000 kilometres from Gaza during the operation. In a video statement, she said many of those detained were later released in Crete after being injured, with some requiring hospital treatment, and described coordination between Israeli and Greek authorities. She said at least two activists remain in Israeli custody after being forcibly taken to Israel, where she stated they are being tortured, and that they are being held on fabricated accusations linked to their Palestine solidarity activism.

Russia launched a record number of long-range drones into Ukraine in April, while also stepping up daytime attacks, according to an AFP analysis cited by News.ro, based on Ukrainian air force data. The new tactic, Kiev authorities say, could lead to an increase in civilian casualties.

Eight homes were evacuated in the center of Hoogeveen early Sunday after a fire that started in a car parked under a carport quickly spread to two dwellings in an apartment complex, authorities sai

Local authorities in Helmand and Nangarhar provinces say that eight people, including four women and four children, have drowned in Peh Sindu in these two provinces. Four women and two children lost their lives due to childbirth in two different places in Nawe district of Helmand province under the Taliban regime.

The suspect is being held in the county jail pending a detention hearing, authorities said.

Three people arrested in connection with an investigation into the deaths of a four-year-old boy and his grand-aunt in Co Offaly last year have been released without charge. This development indicates the investigation is ongoing but authorities lacked sufficient evidence to proceed with formal charges at this stage.

The driver managed to escape the scene along with the vehicle, authorities said.

According to authorities, the previous criminal records of the arrested suspects are also being checked.

A judicial official has been found dead in Delhi, prompting authorities to launch an investigation into the circumstances of the death. The incident raises questions about judicial security and potential threats to the legal system.

A Romanian man kidnapped his ex-girlfriend, against whom he had a protection order issued in the country, while the woman was on a highway in Austria, News.ro reports. The two were found by Hungarian authorities and are currently in their custody.

Driver caught while making several illegal overtakings in Cluj County. He was caught by police officers with the help of a helicopter, between two towns, while violating traffic rules on a continuous line. In a telephone interview with Digi24, Titi Aur, a former rally driver and expert in defensive driving, said that "in European countries, such maneuvers lead to the confiscation of the car, the cancellation of the driver's license, and drastic sanctions." Titi Aur also explains why the authorities must come up with a series of educational measures, simultaneously with some coercive ones.

A team of pyrotechnicians from Iași safely transported and stored 71 armor-piercing projectiles and 21 explosive projectiles, the ammunition being discovered during excavations for a fence, in the locality of Holboca, in Iași county, the authorities informed on Saturday.

Shakira is performing a free mega-concert on Copacabana Beach in Rio de Janeiro, expecting 2 million attendees. Brazilian authorities have deployed nearly 8,000 officers, drones, facial recognition, and metal detectors in the largest security operation for the beach's mega-concerts. The event is expected to inject over $160 million into the local economy.

CIA Director Leon Panetta stated that the US withheld information about a counterterrorism operation from Pakistan due to lack of trust, citing past instances where Pakistani authorities allegedly informed terrorist targets of impending operations.

Organized pickpocket rings active again at Þingvellir and Gullfoss South Iceland Police have recorded an increase in pickpocketing near tourist attractions over the past week, according to a chief inspector. Authorities suspect that organized groups of criminals have come to Iceland specifically to carry out pickpocketing, but such groups have targeted the Golden Circle in recent years.

Malian authorities say some military officers collaborated with jihadist and separatist fighters who carried out coordinated attacks across the country earlier in the week. A statement from the prosecutor’s office confirmed that the first arrests have been made and that efforts are continuing to track down other suspects involved. Meanwhile, separatist fighters from the Azawad Liberation Front claim they have captured a strategic military camp in the town of Tessalit after the Malian army and its Russian allies withdrew.

Authorities said it was dangerous due to unexploded ordnance.

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, while chairing a meeting on energy sector reforms on Saturday, directed the authorities concerned to formulate a comprehensive strategy to stabilise electricity tariffs. During the meeting, the prime minister stressed the need to provide relief to both industrial and domestic electricity consumers and instructed officials concerned to take concrete measures in this regard. He also called for significant improvements in the power transmission system to reduce line losses.

Two activists who participated in a Gaza-bound aid flotilla were brought to Israel for questioning, the foreign ministry said on Saturday, after the vessels were intercepted by Israeli forces this week. Saif Abu Keshek, from Spain, and Thiago Avila, a Brazilian, were in Israel and would “be transferred for questioning by law enforcement authorities”, the ministry said on X, adding that the two activists were affiliated with an organisation sanctioned by the US Treasury. The ministry said the activists were affiliated with the Popular Conference for Palestinians Abroad (PCPA), a group Washington has accused of “clandestinely acting on behalf of Hamas”.

UKMTO reports 'suspicious approach' off Yemen, urges caution The UK Maritime Trade Operations (UKMTO) said it received a report of a “suspicious approach” 84 nautical miles southwest of Yemen’s al-Mukalla. In a social media post, it advised vessels to to transit with caution and report any suspicious activity to UKMTO while authorities continue to investigate".

Some military officers in Mali worked with jihadis and separatists who recently launched their biggest round of attacks in over a decade in the conflict-battered country, authorities said late Friday.

Hong Kong authorities issued 300 verbal warnings to people visiting Sharp Island on the first day of mainland China’s Labour Day “golden week” holiday, when thousands flocked to see attractions in the city’s Unesco Global Geopark. The Agriculture, Fisheries and Conservation Department said on Saturday that the number of visitors to Sharp Island a day earlier had “exceeded expectations”, with about 3,000 visitors making the trip, prompting additional frontline staff to be deployed. Hong Kong’s...

Security officials in Thailand raided an illegal school on Koh Phangan operated by Thai and Iranian individuals, discovering 89 Israeli children. The operation's legitimacy and conditions are under investigation by authorities.

Hong Kong authorities are searching for a 28-year-old man who went hiking and lost contact with family after a dispute with his girlfriend, prompting rescuers to deploy a helicopter to locate him. Police said on Saturday that they received a report at 11.30am from an informant who said his younger brother lost contact with his family after arguing with his girlfriend the evening before. The informant added the missing man last posted on social media that he was hiking along the fourth section of...

On Thursday, April 30, two bodies of people aged 30-35 were found in a forest in the village of Rūkštenai in western Lithuania. According to authorities, they were migrants trying to reach Poland, where transport was waiting for them. The article "Two migrant bodies found in Lithuania near the Polish border" comes from oko.press.

Hong Kong authorities expect the eastern section of the HK$7 billion (US$893 million) Fanling Bypass, which opens to traffic on Sunday, will prevent congestion ahead of residents moving into a nearby new development area later this year. At the opening ceremony on Saturday, Secretary for Development Bernadette Linn Hon-ho said the 4km (2.49 miles) dual two-lane carriageway was completed just in time to support the Fanling North New Development Area, which is set to welcome its first public...

'Completely off limits': Britain considers restrictions on pro-Palestine rallies UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer said banning some pro-Palestinian marches could be justified, citing concerns about public safety and anti-Semitic incidents. Speaking to BBC, Starmer said he supports peaceful protest but added that certain chants are “completely off limits” and may require tougher action. The comments follow recent incidents in Golders Green, a north London area with a large Jewish community. Starmer said some protests may need to be stopped altogether, while authorities increase scrutiny of language used during demonstrations.

Authorities across East and Southern Africa continued their campaigns of harassment and arbitrary arrests and detention of independent journalists over the past year, Amnesty International said today ahead of World Press Freedom Day. The organization documented sustained intimidation, harassment, and attacks on independent media in several countries in the region. Amnesty International also documented increased […] The post East and Southern Africa: Media freedom under attack amid prevailing impunity appeared first on Amnesty International .

• Calls for nationwide audit, seizure of non-compliant, falsely labelled stocks • Blames Drap, provincial authorities for ‘catastrophic failure’ KARACHI: Warning of a looming “man-made epidemic”, the Pakistan Medical Association (PMA) on Thursday expressed serious concern over the widespread manufacture and use of reusable syringes despite a countrywide ban and demanded an audit of all syringe-manufacturing units and the seizure of all non-compliant stocks. The association also called for a high-level inquiry into how “falsely labelled” syringes passed regulatory checks and entered the supply chain, while urging stringent legal action against clinics and practitioners found using or possessing banned conventional syringes. “In addition, the government must initiate an emergency awareness campaign to educate the public on identifying genuine auto-disable syringes,” the PMA said in a statement. It directly held the Drug Regulatory Authority of Pakistan (Drap) and provincial health authorities responsible for a “catastrophic failure”. “It is not merely a bureaucratic lapse; it is a direct assault on the lives of millions of Pakistanis. The PMA stands with the victims of this negligence and warns the government that unless immediate corrective measures are taken, the current rise in HIV cases will evolve into an uncontrollable national emergency,” it added. The association regretted that the ban on conventional disposable syringes imposed in 2021, which was once hailed as a landmark step for infection control, had now been exposed as a “paper-only” policy. “The discovery of syringes falsely labelled as ‘auto-disable’ (AD) that function as reusable instruments is a criminal deception.

Temperatures reaching 40°C in Guatemala are increasing heat stroke risk, a potentially life-threatening medical emergency affecting both people and pets. Authorities are urging prevention measures and prompt response to early symptom onset.

HEALTH authorities in Vanuatu have reported a growing number of ciguatera (fish poisoning). From January to mid-February... The post Vanuatu reports fish poisoning increase appeared first on Islands Business .

Colombia's Ministry of Health confirmed a second mpox clade Ib case in Bogotá on May 1, identified through strengthened epidemiological surveillance. The patient is under home isolation with contact tracing initiated; authorities report no community transmission detected and that the general population risk level remains unchanged. With 4,830 cumulative cases registered between 2022-2026, health authorities maintain vigilance while emphasizing the situation remains under epidemiological control.

Manufacturer criticized Authorities in California [10 sources]

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Birmingham fought with Authorities in Canada [10 sources]

Saudi Arabia coerced Authorities in Bahrain [5 sources]

Educational Institution coerced Authorities in Lahore [10 sources]

Australia fought with Authorities in Lake Argyle [4 sources]

Israeli authorities taking 2 activists who led Gaza-bound flotilla to Israel for questioning

PM forms committee to review One Constitution Avenue case, halts authorities from taking action

Five people have died when a small Cessna 421C aircraft crashed in Texas, local authorities announced.

Hong Kong authorities are investigating a suspicious fire that broke out in a residential flat, after a man died when he fell from the building and an elderly woman was overcome due to heavy smoke. Police received a report of the fire on Friday at around 7pm at a flat in Royal Garden, Ho Man Tin. Firefighters arrived at the scene, used a ladder to access the flat, and put out the blaze about 30 minutes later.

Russian authorities have decided to extradite to Romania a criminal accused of serious crimes, detained through Interpol, RIA Novosti reports, citing lawyer Lilia Mamasheva. The criminal is Vasile Rodideal, a Romanian citizen, sentenced to 12 years and 6 months in prison for serious crimes.

Inflation in April could reach 3%, driven by rising prices for refined products in Guatemala, according to monetary authorities. The year-end inflation rate is projected to reach 3.75%.

A working meeting occurred between Ministry of Education authorities and Congressional members to discuss and question the work and scope of Conalfa (Guatemala's National Literacy Committee). This represents standard legislative oversight of government educational institutions.

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MAE) informs Romanian citizens who are in, transiting or intending to travel to the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland that, according to data published by government authorities, the threat level regarding the possibility of a terrorist attack has been raised to level 4 (severe - very high possibility).

[HRW] The Zambian government's decision to postpone RightsCon 2026, effectively canceling the summit, raises concerns about the authorities' commitment to free expression and assembly and about possible Chinese government interference, Human Rights Watch said today. The 14th edition of RightsCon was scheduled to be held in Lusaka, Zambia's capital, from May 5 to 8, 2026.

A democracy leader is reportedly serving her sentence in a designated residence under regime custody, though authorities have not provided credible proof of her current condition or wellbeing. The lack of transparent evidence raises concerns about her treatment and the regime's accountability.

Pai Ela Escobar Pérez was appointed Director General of Transportation, replacing Mynor Estuardo González, as part of a change of authorities in the institution.

Iranian authorities are recklessly putting the life of human rights defender Narges Mohammadi at risk by subjecting her to torture or other ill-treatment through the deliberate denial of timely and adequate specialized healthcare. She had a heart attack on 24 March 2026 in Zanjan prison, Zanjan province, and has suffered from chest pain, blood pressure […] The post Iran: Life of Tortured Nobel Laureate at Risk in Prison: Narges Mohammadi appeared first on Amnesty International .

Culprit made demands of Authorities [10 sources]

The Opposition made demands of Authorities in Moscow [7 sources]

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United Kingdom threatened Authorities in London [3 sources]

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Canada rejected Authorities in Calgary [4 sources]

Alberta rejected Authorities in United Kingdom [10 sources]

The Opposition made demands of Authorities in Moscow [7 sources]

Israel coerced Authorities in 32.0837 [3 sources]

Residents reduced relations with Authorities [10 sources]

Philadelphia assaulted Authorities in Philadelphia [10 sources]

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Baja California fought with Authorities in Baja California [10 sources]

United States criticized Authorities in Sheboygan County [6 sources]

Richmond assaulted Authorities [15 sources]

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Baja California fought with Authorities in 18.2083 [10 sources]

Belgorod fought with Authorities in Black Sea [6 sources]

Australia fought with Authorities in Alice Springs [4 sources]

Cherokee fought with Authorities [10 sources]

Federal authorities are investigating unauthorized removal of miles of legacy telecommunications cables near Wyoming sage grouse habitats and historic trails. The copper line extraction is the subject of a BLM probe into potential environmental and legal violations on public lands.

A father disputes official handling of his teenage son, claiming authorities have misrepresented or disparaged the minor. This represents a localized complaint rather than a broader intelligence concern.

Four Romanians on board ship seized by Iran, Foreign Ministry says Four Romanians are on board the MSC Francesca, a ship seized more than a week ago by the Iranian authorities, according to a statement given by the Romanian Ministry of Foreign Affairs on Thursday, April 30. Around April 22–23, the Iranian Revolutionary Guard Navy detained two ships for what it described as violations of maritime law and escorted them to Iranian shores. The IRGC accused the Panama-flagged MSC Francesca and the Liberia-flagged Epaminondas of operating without required permits ​and tampering with their navigation systems. MSC Francesca was hit by gunfire about eight nautical miles west of Iran as it was being seized, but it was not damaged, and its crew was safe, according to Reuters .

A report noting infrastructure neglect, specifically overgrown train tracks and a closed children's center, while authorities encourage public celebration of May 1st. This juxtaposition suggests potential criticism of government service provision or social conditions.

When silence becomes a crime: Ousmane B.* “More than a dozen journalists I know have been harassed and threatened, even to the point of being abducted or arrested. Every time I’ve spoken out in support of a colleague who was abducted, I’ve been told, ‘You’ll be next’. I’ve received threats of physical assault, arrest, and […] The post Meet three journalists from the Central Sahel who have been silenced by military authorities: “We’re in a dark hole” appeared first on Amnesty International .

Inflation in Estonia stood at 3.3 percent year-on-year in April, according to a Statistics Estonia flash estimate. This represents routine economic data release from official statistical authorities.

Ugandan security forces targeted members and supporters of the opposition party National Unity Platform (NUP) with lethal force, arbitrary arrests, torture and other ill-treatment before, during and after the 15 January general elections, Amnesty International said today. The organization received multiple reports indicating that between 15 and 18 January, the Ugandan People’s Defence Forces (UPDF) […] The post Uganda: Authorities must investigate election-related killings, arbitrary arrests and torture of opposition members, supporters appeared first on Amnesty International .

The Nigerian authorities must conduct a prompt, thorough, independent, impartial, transparent and effective investigation into the reported deaths of least 150 members of the Fulani community, most of them children, who have been arbitrarily detained by the Nigerian military in the north-central state of Kwara, Amnesty International said today. An investigation by the human rights […] The post Nigeria: Authorities must investigate deaths of at least 150 Fulani people in military camp appeared first on Amnesty International .

Ahmed al-Doush’s mental well-being has deteriorated significantly in prison in Saudi Arabia, where he is arbitrarily detained and serving five years in prison after an unfair trial for charges based on social media use which violate his right to free expression. Saudi authorities arrested British national Ahmed al-Doush, a senior business analyst with Bank of […] The post Saudi Arabia: Further Information: Release Arbitrarily Detained British National: Ahmed al-Doush appeared first on Amnesty International .

Guiyang coerced Authorities in Guiyang [8 sources]

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Professor assaulted Authorities in 34.8731 [7 sources]

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Lawmaker assaulted Authorities in White House [6 sources]

China protested against Authorities in China [6 sources]

United States fought with Authorities in Salt Lake County [6 sources]

United States assaulted Authorities in Fairview [6 sources]

Tourist threatened Authorities in Canada [10 sources]

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United States criticized Authorities in Bexar County [8 sources]

Defence Minist made demands of Authorities in Kuala Lumpur [10 sources]

United States assaulted Authorities in 39.7998 [6 sources]

Immigrant reduced relations with Authorities in Chicago [3 sources]

United Arab Emirates coerced Authorities in United Arab Emirates [3 sources]

United States criticized Authorities in Cuba [4 sources]

British coerced Authorities in New York [6 sources]

Mumbai rejected Authorities in Bombay [3 sources]

Israeli coerced Authorities in Gaza [10 sources]

Brașov City Hall expanded a pilot smart traffic light program that automatically triggers red lights when vehicles exceed speed limits, forcing drivers to stop for ~10 seconds. The system targets dangerous driving behavior in pedestrian-heavy areas and follows successful implementation on Lungă Street, with authorities emphasizing the goal is traffic safety rather than enforcement.

A wind turbine collapse in Latvia reveals critical gaps in oversight of aging wind power facilities. Authorities have not conducted a comprehensive count of turbines past their service life, creating unknown safety risks. This infrastructure vulnerability represents a potential public safety and disaster management concern.

Taking Back Control: Are Serbia’s Authorities Trying to Subdue State Universities? Academics say state universities across the country are coming under increasing pressure from the authorities, who see them as a hotbeds of organised political dissent that could challenge the Serbian Progressive Party’s long rule at the next elections.

WASHINGTON — The California man said by federal prosecutors to have opened fire just outside the White House Correspondents’ Association dinner, where President Donald Trump was in attendance alongside Cabinet members and lawmakers, was charged Monday with attempting to assassinate the president, administration officials said. The 31-year-old identified by authorities as Cole Tomas Allen was […]

Toledo assaulted Authorities in Ohio [6 sources]

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Lahore criticized Authorities in Lahore [3 sources]

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Canton criticized Authorities in Boston [10 sources]

Islamabad fought with Authorities in Islamabad [3 sources]

Los Angeles coerced Authorities in South Africa [10 sources]

Armenia criticized Authorities in Yerevan [11 sources]

Lawmaker assaulted Authorities in White House [6 sources]

Law Enforcement Authorities coerced Greek in Athens [7 sources]

Mamata Banerjee criticized Authorities in Bhabanipur [10 sources]

Law Enforcement Authorities criticized United States in White House [4 sources]

Uganda coerced Authorities in Kampala [5 sources]

Pakistan has shelled Afghanistan’s border region of Kunar, killing at least seven and wounding over 70, according to local authorities Read Full Article at RT.com

Residents of Kigamba Hill in Ruyigi commune note that slow official communication during sensitive situations creates tensions that are difficult to remedy. Prompt communication from relevant authorities is emphasized as essential for calming community concerns.