Trump hush money sentencing delayed indefinitely

Over 1,300 Israeli academics have signed a letter organized by "Black Flag," calling for an end to Israel's violence in Gaza, warning of a moral collapse within Israeli society. They accuse the government of committing war crimes and urge universities to mobilize against the atrocities, highlighting the complicity of academic institutions. The letter emphasizes the need to deradicalize society and resist the dehumanization of Palestinians, echoing a growing international outcry against the ongoing violence in...

British students are facing intense competition for science and engineering degree courses due to financial constraints limiting university expansion despite a 14% rise in applications since 2019. The government’s recent funding cuts threaten to exacerbate this issue, as universities struggle to deliver high-cost programs and increasingly rely on international fees, which have been affected by visa policy changes. With graduates from these high-cost subjects significantly more likely to enter critical sectors, concerns are mounting that...

A former personal assistant, known as "Mia," testified against Sean "Diddy" Combs in his sex-trafficking and racketeering trial, describing a work environment where refusal was not an option due to fear of retaliation. Mia recounted multiple instances of sexual assault, detailing how Combs would exert control over her, including not allowing her to lock her bedroom door and forcing himself on her in various situations. Combs, who faces serious charges including racketeering and sex trafficking,...

Asian stocks declined as the US dollar weakened alongside Treasury yields, following an appeals court's decision to keep President Trump's tariffs in place while considering an appeal against a previous ruling that deemed the tariffs unconstitutional. Japan's Nikkei index fell 1.7%, influenced by a stronger yen, which impacts overseas earnings, while Hong Kong's Hang Seng and South Korea's KOSPI also experienced losses. Despite the legal uncertainty surrounding the tariffs, Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent confirmed ongoing...

SINGAPORE: French President Emmanuel Macron and Singapore Prime Minister Lawrence Wong are holding a joint press conference at Parliament House on Friday (May 30). Mr Macron and Mr Wong are due to witness the exchange of several memorandums of understanding between Singapore and France that include cooperation in areas such as defence and security, legal matters, artificial intelligence and transport, among others.Source: CNA Full Article

SummaryAlmost three weeks after the death of Napier teen Kaea Karauria, his killer remains unidentified. In a show of respect for the 15-year-old, Hawke's Bay rugby star Jonah Lowe honored Kaea during Super Rugby by wearing his name on his strapping, which a relative praised as a gesture reflecting Lowe's "heart of gold." Kaea lost his life on an Onekawa street on May 11, despite the efforts of ambulance staff, as police continue to seek...