France rushes help to Mayotte, where hundreds are feared dead from Cyclone Chido

SK Hynix reported a significant 158% increase in quarterly operating profit to Won7.44 trillion ($5.2 billion) due to strong sales of advanced memory chips, overtaking Samsung as the largest DRAM chipmaker. The company warned of potential demand volatility amid macroeconomic uncertainties and U.S. tariffs but expects high bandwidth memory (HBM) demand to remain robust, maintaining a 70% market share. However, its shares fell amid rising short selling and concerns over tariffs affecting the semiconductor industry,...

Could Luigi Mangione face the death penalty?Panelists Jonna Spilbor and Jay Town discuss Luigi Mangione's indictment for the murder of United Healthcare CEO Brian Thompson and the potential imposition of the death penalty during ‘America Reports.’ Separately, Moises Sandoval Mendoza, convicted of murdering Rachelle O’Neil Tolleson in 2004, was executed by lethal injection in Texas after appeals for clemency failed. Mendoza's history included prior assaults, and despite claims of personal transformation while incarcerated, he was...

As the US escalates its bombing campaign and economic sanctions in Yemen, the Iran-backed Huthi rebels are leveraging the situation for propaganda and recruitment, notably releasing a promotional video showcasing their forces. Following recent US strikes that killed 80 people, the Huthis have portrayed themselves as defenders of Gaza, while the US has intensified its airstrikes and designated the group as a terrorist organization, resulting in significant casualties and damage to Huthi military capabilities. Despite...

Belfast rap group Kneecap faced criticism from US conservatives and Sharon Osbourne for their pro-Palestine statements during their Coachella performance on April 18. The group, known for their political messages, chanted "free, free Palestine" and displayed bold statements on stage, including accusations of genocide by Israel and condemnation of US support for Israeli actions. In response, Kneecap argued that their remarks were not aggressive compared to the violence inflicted on Gaza. Full Article

Wall Street rallies for second day on hopes of a de-escalation in trade tensions between world’s two largest economies.President Trump has expressed plans to lower the 145% tariffs on Chinese goods, contingent on negotiations with Beijing. Wall Street responded positively, with the S&P 500 and Nasdaq experiencing gains as speculation arose about a potential reduction in tariffs by 50-60% and the possibility of a trade deal. Meanwhile, a lawsuit from 12 US states challenges Trump's...

SummaryOn Anzac Day, veterans in uniform will receive free Transperth public transport, while regular fares apply to others. Early bus and train services will facilitate attendance at the dawn service in Kings Park, with specific routes and times outlined for various lines. Additionally, a free shuttle bus will operate between the Vietnam War Memorial and the State War Memorial, and all other services will follow a standard Sunday public holiday timetable, subject to some road...