Blood brothers – bonds and betrayal on a rugby pitch

Aid distribution centres in Gaza will be closed for one day due to Israeli military warnings that roads to these sites are combat zones, following deadly incidents involving Israeli fire. The Gaza Humanitarian Foundation (GHF), a controversial aid network, cited the closure for updates and efficiency improvements but plans to resume aid distribution on Thursday despite ongoing humanitarian concerns. Critics argue the GHF's distribution model, which requires Gazans to travel long distances to collect aid...

Billionaire Elon Musk has criticized President Donald Trump's budget bill, the One Big Beautiful Bill, labeling it a “disgusting abomination” and warning it could increase the national debt by $2.5 trillion while limiting access to social safety-net programs. Following his departure from the Trump administration, Musk expressed disappointment over the bill's massive spending, which contradicts the goals of the Department of Government Efficiency, where he served. His remarks have sparked concerns about a potential rift...

Summary General Anil Chauhan disclosed that Pakistan's 'Operation Sindoor,' aimed at debilitating India within 48 hours on May 10th, failed within just eight hours. India's advanced capabilities in networked air defense, AI-driven analysis, and non-contact warfare, including cyber and electromagnetic domains, compelled Pakistan to pursue de-escalation talks after their multi-faceted attacks proved ineffective. Additionally, India effectively linked terrorism to water issues and revised military operational boundaries in response to the situation. Full Article

The "Flip the Script" program, initiated by the New York City Mayor's Office of Criminal Justice, aims to empower at-risk teens, particularly those with gun charges, through filmmaking training. Targeting individuals aged 18 to 24 from areas like Brownsville and the South Bronx, the 40-week program offers paid mentorship to help participants, such as KJ Campbell, redirect their lives and pursue careers in film. With over 60 graduates since 2021 and a vision of reducing...

Two Terracotta Army clay warriors were damaged when a 30-year-old man, identified only by his surname Sun, jumped into a pit at the museum in Xi’an, China, on May 30. Eyewitnesses reported that he pushed the figures over before lying on the ground covering his face as he was confronted by onlookers. Museum security intervened, restraining him while confirming he was suffering from mental health issues; the exhibit remains open as officials work to assess...

U.S. President Donald Trump is set to sign an order on May 6, 2025, to double tariffs on steel and aluminum imports from Canada, raising them from 25% to 50%. This move, aimed at bolstering U.S. industries and protecting jobs, has prompted Canadian officials, including Trade Minister Dominic LeBlanc and Finance Minister François-Philippe Champagne, to explore new markets and increase domestic steel usage. The Canadian steel and aluminum sector, heavily reliant on U.S. exports, faces...