Indian shrimp exporter Coastal Corp says US buyers ready to take tariff hit; casts wider net to China, Russia

Heavy rain has caused surface flooding in Auckland, leading to hazardous driving conditions and delays for dozens of flights at Auckland Airport. A severe thunderstorm warning was issued by the MetService for parts of the city, which has since been lifted, but thunderstorms and heavy downpours are expected across the North Island later today. Heavy rain warnings are currently in effect for Northland, Bay of Plenty, Gisborne, Tongariro National Park, and Taranaki, while watches are...

The head of Liberia's doctors' association, Dr. Peter Matthew George, has been banned from practicing medicine due to the Liberia Medical and Dental Council's (LMDC) finding that he could not provide proof of his medical degree from the UK's University of Hertfordshire, which the university denies ever awarding him any degree. Dr. George claims his initial medical degree is from the University of Central Nicaragua and alleges bias against him following his advocacy for doctors'...

Summary Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy announced that air traffic control issues at Newark Liberty International Airport will take months to resolve, with full normal operations expected by summer. The overhaul plan for the aging air traffic control system will involve new software and equipment, requiring tens of billions in funding, as existing equipment is outdated and problematic. Duffy emphasized the urgent need for Congressional support to expedite the modernization, highlighting bipartisan agreement on the necessity...

US President Donald Trump has reportedly ended communication with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, suspecting manipulation from Netanyahu, according to Israeli media. This decision follows a breakdown in their personal relations and Trump's disappointment in Netanyahu's actions, particularly after a meeting where Israel's Strategic Affairs Minister suggested what Trump "ought to do," angering the president. Trump plans to advance Middle East initiatives, including potential normalization with Saudi Arabia, without waiting for Netanyahu, whom he believes...

India firmly responded to Pakistan's drone and artillery attacks on May 7 and 8, as confirmed by the Ministry of External Affairs. In a significant escalation, Pakistan violated airspace with hundreds of drones along the Line of Control (LoC) and International Border, prompting Indian forces to conduct targeted drone strikes, including the destruction of a Pakistani AD radar. This exchange underscores the heightened tensions and ongoing military confrontations between the two nations. Full Article

Russia and Ukraine have accused each other of violating a three-day ceasefire as Russia celebrated Victory Day with a military parade. President Putin, joined by Chinese President Xi, emphasized Russia's role as a defender against "Nazism" while Ukraine dismissed this narrative and criticized the parade as a "cynical" display. Amid the ongoing conflict, Ukraine's allies called for a special tribunal to prosecute Russian officials for aggression, coinciding with discussions on a longer ceasefire proposal. Full...