SPAIN- Passengers and crew aboard the cruise vessel MV Hondius were evacuated after the ship anchored off Canary Islands, Spain following a hantavirus outbreak that left one person dead a month earlier. The ship arrived at the port of Granadilla de Abona in Tenerife, where Spanish health officials boarded it to carry out an epidemiological […]
STRAIT OF HORMUZ- Donald Trump says a ceasefire agreement with Iran remains in place despite a military confrontation between Iranian forces and US naval destroyers in the Strait of Hormuz. The US claims Iran launched missiles, drones, and small boats targeting three American warships in what it described as an unprovoked attack. Trump said Iran […]
MOSCOW- Russian President Vladimir Putin says he believes the conflict between Russia and Ukraine could be coming to an end. Speaking after a scaled-back Victory Day military parade in Moscow, Putin referred to the war as a “special military operation” and criticised Western countries for continuing to support the Ukrainian government. Security concerns also led […]
LAS VEGAS- Dolly Parton has cancelled her upcoming Las Vegas residency as she continues receiving treatment for ongoing health problems linked to kidney stones. The 80-year-old music icon shared the news through her social media platforms, saying she has been responding well to medication and treatment and is recovering steadily. Parton had previously postponed the […]
JAPAN- Thousands of demonstrators have taken to the streets across Japan to oppose Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi’s efforts to strengthen the country’s military capabilities. Protesters say the government is moving Japan away from its long-standing pacifist identity, with “no war” becoming a common message at some of the country’s biggest demonstrations in years. Since taking […]
FORT LAUDERDALE- More than 100 passengers and 13 crew members aboard the Caribbean Princess cruise ship have fallen ill following a norovirus outbreak, according to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). The infected individuals have reportedly been isolated from other travelers to help prevent further spread of the virus. Norovirus is a […]
IRAN- A reported CIA assessment has revealed that Iran could withstand a US naval blockade for up to four months before facing severe economic pressure, raising questions about Washington’s leverage in efforts to end the conflict. The report emerged as tensions between the US and Iran escalated again, with clashes reported in the Strait of […]
UKRAINE AND RUSSIA- US President Donald Trump has announced a three-day ceasefire between Russia and Ukraine, set to run from 9 May to 11 May. In a post on Truth Social, he said the agreement would include a full pause in “all kinetic activity” as well as a proposed exchange of 1 000 prisoners from […]
MIAMI- Lionel Messi scored on his 100th appearance for Inter Miami CF, but it was not enough as they collapsed from a 3-0 lead to lose 4-3 against Orlando City SC. Miami looked in control early after goals from Ian Fray, Telasco Segovia, and Messi, who curled in a superb strike in the 33rd minute. […]
MIAMI- Kimi Antonelli converted pole position into a dominant victory at the Miami Grand Prix, extending his championship lead for Mercedes. Lando Norris finished second after winning the sprint race, while his McLaren teammate Oscar Piastri completed the podium in third place. Mercedes maintained strong form this season, with Antonelli securing a third consecutive win […]