The U.S. military attacked Iranian missile positions and boats laying mines in the Strait of Hormuz overnight Monday, calling the strikes self-defense. The operation comes amid a fragile ceasefire and ongoing negotiations over Iran’s nuclear program.
U.S. forces launched self-defence strikes on missile sites and minelaying boats in southern Iran on Monday, as top Iranian negotiators arrived in Doha for peace talks. The attack threatens an already fragile ceasefire and complicates efforts to end a months-long war that has disrupted global energy supplies.
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Sonny Rollins, the pioneering jazz saxophonist whose two-year retreat on a New York bridge became legend, has died aged 95. His improvisational genius and 1956 masterpiece ‘Saxophone Colossus’ made him one of the music’s greatest soloists.
High FactualityThe U.S. military attacked Iranian missile positions and boats laying mines in the Strait of Hormuz overnight Monday, calling the strikes self-defense. The operation comes amid a fragile ceasefire and ongoing negotiations over Iran’s nuclear program.
High FactualityU.S. forces launched self-defence strikes on missile sites and minelaying boats in southern Iran on Monday, as top Iranian negotiators arrived in Doha for peace talks. The attack threatens an already fragile ceasefire and complicates efforts to end a months-long war that has disrupted global energy supplies.
US President Donald Trump has signaled he is in no hurry to finalize a framework agreement with Iran, despite earlier reports that a deal was largely done. Secretary of State Marco Rubio confirmed a solid offer is on the table but warned that alternatives remain possible.
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The number of international peace missions and deployed personnel hit a 25-year low in 2025, the Stockholm International Peace Research Institute (SIPRI) reported. A growing funding gap and eroding political support threaten the future of multilateral conflict management, with the UN warning of a financial collapse.
The US Senate has confirmed former Fed Governor Kevin Warsh as the new central bank chief with a 54 to 45 vote. The vote followed party lines, with all Republicans voting for and all Democrats voting against the nominee of former President Trump.
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US President Donald Trump met Chinese President Xi Jinping in Beijing to discuss trade, Taiwan, and the Iran conflict. The leaders emphasized cooperation but warned of escalating tensions over Taiwan and nuclear control.
The World Health Organization has declared a health emergency over an Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo and Uganda. The Bundibugyo strain has caused over 500 suspected cases and 130 deaths, with international teams mobilizing to respond.
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A French woman infected with hantavirus during a cruise ship outbreak is critically ill and on an artificial lung. The outbreak has now reached 11 cases, with Argentina sending experts to investigate its origin.
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A persistent heat dome has sent temperatures soaring across western Europe, with the UK and France recording their hottest May days on record. Authorities have issued health warnings and pollution alerts as the extreme heat is expected to persist for days.
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Calbee Inc. will transition 14 of its snack products to black-and-white packaging starting May 25 due to a naphtha shortage linked to geopolitical tensions. The Tokyo-based company assured customers the change is temporary and will not affect product quality.
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More than 900 suspected Ebola cases and over 200 deaths have been recorded in the Democratic Republic of Congo. Volunteer scouts are going door-to-door to explain how to avoid the virus, but deep mistrust of authorities complicates the response.
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A bomb explosion on a train carrying soldiers and their families in southwestern Pakistan killed at least 24 people and wounded more than 50 on Sunday. The attack underlines the persistent security challenges in the volatile Baluchistan province.
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A 16-year-old male and a 15-year-old female were taken into custody in Rennes, France, over the killing of an 11-year-old boy. The child's body was discovered on the banks of the Vilaine river, prompting a homicide investigation.
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A 78-year-old woman was found dead in her apartment in Vienna-Favoriten on Sunday. Police are treating the case as a suspicious death and the state criminal investigation office has taken over the inquiry.
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Pope Leo XIV issued his first encyclical, 'Magnifica Humanitas', calling for artificial intelligence to be 'disarmed' and removed from military and economic interests. The document warns against AI's amplification of inequality and urges stricter international regulations and education.
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SpaceX has postponed the planned test flight of its Starship rocket due to technical issues. The company aims to reschedule the launch for the following day if repairs are completed overnight.
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Spain's coach Luis de la Fuente has named a 26-man World Cup squad that, for the first time in over 70 years, includes no player from Real Madrid. The team will face Saudi Arabia and Uruguay, with a possible knockout match against Austria on the horizon.
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SC Paderborn clinched a 2-1 extra-time win against ten-man VfL Wolfsburg on Monday to earn a spot in the Bundesliga. The victory ended Wolfsburg's 29-year run in the top flight.
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A 69-year-old French tourist was stopped at Porto Torres port with 40 kilograms of sand, pebbles, and shells from a Sardinian beach. She now faces a fine of up to 3,000 euros under a 2017 law that protects the island's fragile coast.
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Austrian qualifier Jurij Rodionov lost in straight sets to French 22nd seed Arthur Rinderknech on Monday. Julia Grabher, however, advanced with a dominant win.
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A persistent heat dome has sent temperatures soaring across western Europe, with the UK and France recording their hottest May days on record. Authorities have issued health warnings and pollution alerts as the extreme heat is expected to persist for days.
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Moscow on Monday urged foreigners to leave Kyiv and announced systematic strikes on decision-making centers, a day after the largest air assault of the war killed two and injured 91. Western allies condemned the escalation, and the EU delegation said it would remain in the Ukrainian capital despite the threats.
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The Israeli army issued new evacuation orders for ten villages in southern Lebanon on Monday, citing Hezbollah's violation of a ceasefire. Two Lebanese and one Israeli soldier were killed in the latest clashes, while direct US-mediated talks continue.
High FactualityA 16-year-old male and a 15-year-old female were taken into custody in Rennes, France, over the killing of an 11-year-old boy. The child's body was discovered on the banks of the Vilaine river, prompting a homicide investigation.
High FactualityPope Leo XIV issued his first encyclical, 'Magnifica Humanitas', calling for artificial intelligence to be 'disarmed' and removed from military and economic interests. The document warns against AI's amplification of inequality and urges stricter international regulations and education.
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High FactualityA 78-year-old woman was found dead in her apartment in Vienna-Favoriten on Sunday. Police are treating the case as a suspicious death and the state criminal investigation office has taken over the inquiry.
High FactualityMoscow on Monday urged foreigners to leave Kyiv and announced systematic strikes on decision-making centers, a day after the largest air assault of the war killed two and injured 91. Western allies condemned the escalation, and the EU delegation said it would remain in the Ukrainian capital despite the threats.
High FactualityThe Israeli army issued new evacuation orders for ten villages in southern Lebanon on Monday, citing Hezbollah's violation of a ceasefire. Two Lebanese and one Israeli soldier were killed in the latest clashes, while direct US-mediated talks continue.
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A massive rocket attack from Ukraine struck the Belgorod region, damaging energy facilities and cutting electricity and water supplies. Separately, drones hit the Yaroslavl region northeast of Moscow, according to authorities.
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Israeli attacks in Lebanon have killed 22 people, including eight children, according to Lebanese health officials. Meanwhile, historical revelations about Iran's nuclear program highlight ongoing regional tensions.
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A leaked government document outlines savings of €5.1 billion through cuts to higher education, railways, and farming subsidies. University heads warn of irreparable damage and are preparing protests.
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Russian President Vladimir Putin met Chinese leader Xi Jinping in Beijing to reaffirm bilateral ties and discuss energy cooperation. The visit comes days after a trip by former U.S. President Donald Trump, highlighting China's diplomatic balancing act.
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Israeli officials have publicly distanced themselves from Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir after videos showed him mocking detained flotilla activists. Multiple European countries have summoned Israeli diplomats in protest over the incident.
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Hungary's new Prime Minister Peter Magyar traveled to Poland to discuss closer Central European cooperation. The visit marks a shift from his predecessor Viktor Orbán's policies, aiming to restore Hungary's democratic credentials.
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Micron Technology’s stock soared 11% to an all-time intraday high on Tuesday as booming demand for memory chips, driven by artificial intelligence (AI)…
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Coinbase announced plans to eliminate 700 jobs, a 14% reduction in its workforce, citing challenging market conditions and the need to adapt to the "AI era."
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GameStop has made an unsolicited $55.5 billion bid to acquire eBay, offering $125 per share in a deal that would combine cash and stock while positioning the…
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A large-scale cyberattack has compromised the personal data of over 100,000 patients across Germany, with names, addresses, and medical details stolen. Experts warn the delayed notifications leave victims vulnerable to fraud and extortion.
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Ebola Outbreak in DRC Raises Questions Over Delayed Detection and U.S. Response
Denmark's former Queen Margrethe II, 86, was hospitalized for a heart procedure after experiencing angina pectoris. The royal house confirmed she is "tired but in good spirits" and will remain under observation.
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Sexually transmitted infections (STIs) in Europe have reached record levels in 2024, with syphilis and gonorrhea cases more than doubling since 2015. The ECDC reports over 106,000 gonorrhea cases and 45,000 syphilis cases, highlighting a growing public health concern.
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The Austrian Court of Audit has outlined 15 reform proposals to reshape the country's healthcare system by 2040. With public health expenditures reaching €44 billion in 2024, the report calls for structural changes to improve efficiency and patient care.
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Germany has introduced a new electric vehicle subsidy program offering up to €6,000 for eligible buyers. The €3 billion initiative aims to support 800,000 vehicles by 2029, with applications now open.
Foodwatch detected 30 residues of prohibited pesticides in 10 food products sold in Austria, Germany, France, and the Netherlands. The organization warns of a "pesticide boomerang" effect and demands urgent political action.
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Waymo has recalled 3,800 of its autonomous vehicles following safety concerns. The move comes as Texas AG sues Netflix over alleged surveillance and addictive features.
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Bats are increasingly using highway bridges as their homes, creating a unique challenge for infrastructure and conservation. Experts like Marcus Fritze are monitoring these populations to balance development and wildlife protection.
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A residential building in Görlitz collapsed on Monday evening, leaving one woman dead and two others missing. Rescue operations continue as authorities suspect a gas explosion may have caused the disaster.
At least 82 miners have been confirmed dead and 120 more are hospitalized after a gas explosion ripped through a coal mine in northern China’s Shanxi Province. Rescue workers are still searching for survivors more than 20 hours after the blast, as President Xi Jinping called for a thorough investigation.
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A three-year-old boy is fighting for his life after his scooter collided with a car exiting a garage in Vienna-Brigittenau on Saturday. The incident came amid a series of dramatic rescue operations in the Austrian capital and nearby Salzburg region.
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A 19-year-old German climber died after falling 250 meters during a nighttime ascent of the Zugspitze mountain in Tyrol on Friday.
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A 26-year-old from Graz was caught driving 41 km/h over the speed limit in the Tunnelkette Klaus in Upper Austria on Pentecost Sunday. Police also discovered that he had never held a valid driver’s license.
Riot police fired tear gas and forced their way into the Republican People's Party (CHP) headquarters on Sunday to evict its ousted leadership. The court ruling that annulled the election of CHP leader Özgür Özel has triggered a major political crisis and international concern over the state of Turkish democracy.
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A slab avalanche released on the Carinthian side of the Grossglockner on Saturday afternoon, burying two 27-year-old men from Vienna. The incident occurred about 300 meters below the Glocknerbivak hut in a well-known steep ski route.
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A 39-year-old man has died after being attacked by a shark at the Kennedy Shoal reef off northeast Australia. Police said he was pulled from the water at the remote Hull River Heads boat ramp but succumbed to his injuries.
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SK Rapid must overturn a 2-1 first-leg defeat against SV Ried to avoid their first European absence in seven years. Ried aim for a first continental qualification in 14 years as coach Maximilian Senft prepares for an emotional farewell.
Kimi Antonelli claimed his fourth straight Formula 1 win as teammate George Russell retired with an engine failure in Montreal. Lewis Hamilton finished second for Ferrari, with Max Verstappen third for Red Bull.
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AC Milan lost 1-2 at home to Cagliari and will play in the Europa League after finishing sixth. Juventus also missed the Champions League following fan riots that delayed the Turin derby.
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Tottenham Hotspur beat Everton 1-0 to avoid relegation on the Premier League's final matchday, condemning West Ham United to the Championship despite their 3-0 win over Leeds. The day also saw emotional farewells for Pep Guardiola and Mohamed Salah, and Austrian clubs Sturm Graz and Salzburg learned their European qualifying routes.
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Tens of thousands of short-stay visitors, including around 20,000 Austrians, flocked to Lignano over Pentecost for the 'Tutto Gas' party weekend. Despite several fines for public disorder and a knife-related charge, local officials declared the event a success and announced new traffic management measures.
A suspension bridge in the jungle of Flores island gave way suddenly, plunging two Austrian tourists about 20 meters to their deaths. Authorities recovered the bodies from a river on Sunday, a local search-and-rescue official said.
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Lionel Messi was substituted off exhausted during Inter Miami's 6-4 win over Philadelphia Union in rain-soaked Florida. Coach Guillermo Hoyos said the Argentine star was simply tired and the team took no risks.
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Austria lost 2-5 to Finland in Zurich, leaving their quarterfinal hopes hanging on a decisive final group match against the USA on Tuesday. Forward Henrik Neubauer remains optimistic: “We know we can beat the Americans.”
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