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Albania

Clash at protest against Kushner linked Albania resort project

Video shows security personnel arguing with demonstrators before pushing one protester to the ground and dragging him away. The incident took place during a rally organised by environmental groups opposing a luxury resort project linked to Jared Kushner, the son-in-law of US President Donald Trump.

Nepal

Sherpa guide believed dead on Everest found alive after a week

A Sherpa guide missing on Mount Everest for nearly a week was found alive crawling toward base camp and reunited with his family, who had already begun funeral rituals believing he had died.

Sport

New York mayor Mamdani and Bastian Schweinsteiger unveil World Cup trophy

New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani and former Germany captain Bastian Schweinsteiger welcomed the World Cup trophy to New York as part of FIFA's official Trophy Tour ahead of the 2026 tournament.

USA

Driver with no right hand ticketed for using phone in her right hand

Bodycam video from Florida shows a police officer issuing a texting-while-driving citation to a woman, despite her not having a right hand. The ticket has since been recommended for dismissal, according to US media reports.

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France

French Navy boards Russia-linked tanker in Atlantic Ocean

Video released by France shows naval forces boarding the Russia-linked tanker Tagor in the Atlantic Ocean. Paris says the vessel was intercepted as part of efforts to enforce sanctions and curb Russian oil exports funding the war in Ukraine.

USA

What are the Abraham Accords — and why is Trump pushing to expand them?

US President Donald Trump is calling for more Muslim-majority countries to join the Abraham Accords, the diplomatic agreements normalising ties between Israel and parts of the Arab world.

USA

UFC fight venue takes shape outside White House for Trump birthday event

Construction has begun on a UFC octagon outside the White House ahead of a fight night linked to Donald Trump’s 80th birthday celebrations and the 250th anniversary of the United States.

Sport

North and South Korean women meet in rare football clash as fans cheer both sides

Fans in rain ponchos cheered both North and South Korean women’s football teams during a rare inter-Korean match in Suwon, where North Korea’s Naegohyang Women’s FC defeated Suwon FC Women in the AFC Women’s Champions League semifinal.

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From Messi to Mbappé: Argentina’s World Cup sticker obsession returns

Thousands of football fans in Buenos Aires are gathering in parks and public squares to swap World Cup stickers ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

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French farmers dump manure at TotalEnergies refinery in fuel price protest

French farmers have staged a protest outside a major oil refinery near Lyon, dumping manure and rubbish at the entrance in anger over rising fuel costs and falling incomes.

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Watch: Humanoid robot becomes Buddhist monk in South Korea

A humanoid robot named Gabi became an honorary Buddhist monk during an ordination ceremony held at Seoul’s Jogye Temple on May 6, ahead of Buddha’s birthday celebrations in South Korea.

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Hundreds of ships mark Hamburg harbour’s 837th anniversary

Hamburg celebrated the 837th anniversary of its harbour with a maritime parade featuring around 250 ships, from historic sailing vessels to modern coast guard boats.

Indonesia

Indonesia volcano eruption kills three hikers on Mount Dukono

Mount Dukono erupted in North Halmahera, Indonesia, sending a massive ash cloud 10 kilometres into the sky. Three hikers, including two foreigners, were killed and 10 remain missing. Rescue teams are searching for 20 people affected near the volcano, officials said.

USA

Video shows United Airlines plane striking truck in New Jersey, injuring driver

A United Airlines plane struck a light pole and a bakery truck while attempting to land at Newark Airport. Dashcam video captured debris smashing through the truck windshield. The driver suffered minor injuries, while all 231 people aboard the aircraft were unharmed.

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Powerful tornado tears across Oklahoma

A powerful tornado struck Oklahoma damaging homes, downing power lines, and blocking roads. The storm hit near Enid and surrounding areas, prompting emergency responses. No fatalities were reported, with only minor injuries confirmed so far.

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Two runners help collapsed competitor finish Boston Marathon

Ajay Haridasse collapsed near the Boston Marathon finish line but was helped up by Robson De Oliveira of Brazil and Aaron Beggs of Britain, who supported him across the line as other runners continued the race. The dramatic moment unfolded during Monday’s race.

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Pope Leo XIV holds a giant open air Mass in Angola

Tens of thousands of people attended a giant open-air mass by Pope Leo XIV outside the Angolan capital.

USA

Skydiver crashes into scoreboard during Virginia Tech Spring Game

A skydiver crashed into the scoreboard at Lane Stadium in Blacksburg, Virginia, leaving him suspended mid-air. First responders rescued him within 30 minutes as the crowd watched. The incident delayed the spring football game, and the skydiver was reported to be in stable condition.

South Korea

Escaped wolf Neukgu captured after nine-day search in South Korea

A two-year-old wolf that escaped from O-World zoo in Daejeon, South Korea, has been safely recaptured after spending nine days on the loose. The male wolf, Neukgu, was born at the zoo in 2024 and is part of an initiative to restore wolves resembling those once native to the Korean peninsula.

France

Macron promotes books and theatre as alternatives to screens

French President Emmanuel Macron met with pupils in Villers-Cotterêts to promote a new “Offline Day” initiative aimed at reducing screen time among young people. The visit took place at the Cité internationale de la langue française, where students participated in reading and theatre workshops.

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