Putin apologizes to Azerbaijani leader for 'tragic incident' involving crashed plane

Amnesty International's annual report warns that Donald Trump's presidency has "supercharged" a global decline in human rights, leading to a surge in authoritarianism and corporate power. The report highlights a "freefall" in human rights, marked by violent crackdowns, inaction on climate change, and intensified attacks on marginalized groups, including migrants and LGBTQ+ individuals. As Trump continues to undermine international norms, the report predicts worsening conditions, especially for vulnerable populations in conflict zones and under oppressive...

Read a summary of this article on FAST.Get bite-sized news via a newcards interface. Give it a try.Click here to return to FAST Tap here to return to FAST FASTSINGAPORE: When Bengawan Solo raised the price of my favourite pandan cheese roll from S$1.70 (US$1.30) to S$2.70 per slice a few years ago, I declared to my family that I was boycotting the confectionery: “I don’t need these empty calories!” When Netflix increased its premium...

The United States has lost seven MQ-9 Reaper drones, each costing approximately $30 million, in Yemen since March 15, amid ongoing airstrikes against the Huthi rebels. Additionally, the Navy reported the loss of an F/A-18E warplane, valued over $67 million, which fell off the USS Harry S. Truman during towing, injuring one sailor. The US military has conducted over 800 strikes against Huthi targets, as the group has disrupted shipping in the region, directly impacting...

Pennsylvania authorities defended their handling of evidence during the arrest of alleged CEO killer Luigi Mangione, asserting that police acted within their legal authority despite defense claims of an illegal arrest. Mangione, who has pleaded not guilty to charges including forgery and providing false identification, is also facing murder charges in New York for the shooting death of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson. Prosecutors argue that police had reasonable suspicion to detain Mangione based on descriptions...

A tragic incident in Scotland claimed the life of 18-year-old Kyle McLean, who died after a jet ski crashed into a pier at Gremista marina in Lerwick on April 22, with a 17-year-old also hospitalized. A family friend described him as a "beautiful young man" and initiated a fundraiser to support his family, aiming to raise £3,000, of which £2,750 has been collected. As police inquiries continue, the community reflects on the profound loss felt...

On April 28, 2025, Canadians participated in a federal election marked by traditional voting practices, where ballots are counted by hand and results are reported to Elections Canada. Polls close at staggered times, with most results expected by 7 p.m. Pacific Time, although official tallies may take days due to early and proxy voting. The counting process is transparent, involving observers and a paper trail, ensuring reliability as votes are read aloud and entered into...