Arrests made as Georgian police clash with protesters over suspension of EU talks

A Mandurah resident in her 70s, who has played the same Lotto numbers for over 50 years, recently won $1.6 million after making an impromptu trip to Pinjarra for kitty litter. She received a call from Lotterywest the next day with the life-changing news, initially fearing it was a scam and confirming the win by calling back. Lotterywest explained that registered players are contacted promptly when they win a Division One prize, and West Australians...

UAE state media reported that security services intercepted an attempt by Sudanese military leaders, including former intelligence chief Salah Gosh, to illegally transfer approximately five million rounds of ammunition to Sudan's army via a private plane at an unspecified airport, resulting in several arrests. Sudan's armed forces have accused the UAE of supporting the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF) amid an ongoing civil war, claims that the UAE denies. Additionally, Sudan has submitted a genocide...

President Donald Trump is facing economic challenges as the US economy contracted for the first time in three years, citing a 0.3% decline in GDP. He attributed the downturn to stockpiled imports ahead of tariffs, while also claiming that $8 trillion in promised investments would restore manufacturing. Trump blamed his predecessor, President Joe Biden, for the economic troubles, prompting criticism from Democrats, and he urged Congress to pass his tax bill amidst ongoing trade tensions,...

Wellington Residents Urged to Seek ShelterWellington residents are advised to seek shelter following a rare red wind warning issued by MetService, predicting destructive 140km/h gales that pose threats to life and potential widespread damage. With flights and ferries canceled, and power outages impacting hundreds of homes, Wellington Region Emergency Management (WREMO) emphasizes the seriousness of the situation, urging locals to stay away from windows and doors and to shelter in the middle of their houses....

SummarySomalia has barred Taiwanese passport holders from entering the country, attributing the decision to pressure from China amidst growing ties between Taiwan and Somaliland, a breakaway region that declared independence in 1991 but is unrecognized internationally. The Somali government cited compliance with UN Resolution 2758, which acknowledges the People's Republic of China, and condemned Taiwan's representative office in Hargeisa as a violation of sovereignty. The ban came before a planned visit by Taiwan's foreign minister...

Read a summary of this article on FAST.SINGAPORE: It’s the final day of campaigning before Singaporeans head to the polls on Saturday (May 3) - and candidates are making every hour count.On Thursday, parties will criss-cross the island with rallies, walkabouts and last-minute appeals to voters.Campaigning must stop when the cooling-off period begins at midnight.We’re tracking every key moment. Follow our live updates:Source: CNA/rjSign up for our newslettersGet our pick of top stories and thought-provoking...