Google, Apple hit with EU antitrust actions under cloud of Trump tariff threats

A Palestinian father, Hamdi Al-Najjar, died from wounds sustained in an Israeli air strike on May 24 that also claimed the lives of nine of his children in Khan Younis. His wife, pediatrician Alaa Al-Najjar, received their charred bodies at Nasser Medical Complex while on duty, leaving only their child Adam and Hamdi as survivors, both injured. The Israeli military stated it would investigate the drone strike, amidst ongoing violence in Gaza that has resulted...

Bridge Collapses in RussiaIn separate incidents overnight, two bridges collapsed in Russian regions near Ukraine, resulting in at least seven fatalities and injuring many others. A road bridge in Bryansk fell onto a moving passenger train, involving several heavy trucks, as reported by the regional governor. These tragic events have raised concerns about infrastructure safety in the area, highlighting the ongoing challenges faced by these border regions. Full Article

Former Prime Minister Dame Jacinda Ardern's memoir, A Different Kind of Power, is set to be released soon, providing a personal and public account of her five years in office. The book reflects on significant events such as the 2019 mosque terrorist attacks, the Whakaari White Island eruption, and the Covid-19 pandemic, while also detailing her rise to power, her experience as a first-time mother during her tenure, and her decision to resign. Ardern shares...

On his final day in office, Hawks boss Lieutenant-General Godfrey Lebeya reflected on his tenure, which included thousands of arrests and numerous high-level investigations. He emphasized that while significant achievements were made, there is still work to be done in strengthening the capabilities of the Hawks. Lebeya's remarks highlight both the successes and the ongoing challenges faced by the organization in its efforts to combat crime effectively. Full Article

New Orleans held a multifaith memorial service to honor the return and burial of 19 African American remains, previously sent to Germany for racist research in the 19th century. The remains, believed to be from individuals who died at Charity Hospital between 1871 and 1872, were repatriated after the University of Leipzig reached out in 2023, aiming to restore dignity to those subjected to phrenological studies. Dillard University, which led the repatriation efforts, seeks to...

An undermanned West Coast challenged Geelong for three quarters but ultimately lost 43-73 at Optus Stadium, with the Cats scoring seven goals to two in the final term. Despite never leading, the Eagles, missing key players like Jeremy McGovern, fought hard, highlighted by Oscar Allen's four goals and Reuben Ginbey's solid defense against Jeremy Cameron, who finished with five goals. The match was marked by Geelong's superior workrate and a strong midfield performance from Bailey...