Marco Rubio pivots to America First diplomacy

Israel conducted an air strike on Beirut's southern suburbs, targeting a building allegedly used by Hezbollah to store "precision-guided missiles," despite a ceasefire established five months ago. The Lebanese presidency condemned the attack, urging the US and France, who brokered the ceasefire, to compel Israel to stop its strikes, warning that continued aggression could destabilize the region. While Israel claims it will respond to perceived threats from Hezbollah, recent assessments suggest Hezbollah has complied with...

Summary Campgrounds and facilities at federal lakes and reservoirs across six states will face closures or reduced hours starting mid-May due to budget cuts and staffing shortages under the Trump administration. The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers aims to concentrate resources at fewer recreational sites to maintain service levels while protecting hydropower operations, leading to community concerns, especially in areas like Pickstown, SD, and western Kansas. Recent decisions include closing visitor centers and limiting camping...

The Greens, led by Adam Bandt, will demand that Labor block any new coal or gas projects if they hold the balance of power in a hung parliament, citing the approval of over 30 projects since 2022 by Environment Minister Tanya Plibersek. They argue that existing laws allow Climate Minister Chris Bowen to block projects under the Safeguard Mechanism, which the Greens amended to limit climate pollution. Bandt emphasized that if Labor fails to act...

SummaryThe article highlights three key facts about exercise: interval training should be personalized, individuals without medical issues can begin light-to-moderate exercise with a doctor's approval, and regular physical activity can reduce heart disease risk by a third, regardless of age. The author recounts waking up early in Shanghai and, unable to sleep, decided to go to the hotel gym, reflecting on his past fitness. Despite feeling fit, he realized he was unprepared for the workout,...

Amid rising tensions with the US over race relations and a new land expropriation law, ANC National Chair Gwede Mantashe emphasized South Africa's sovereignty, stating, "We're not a province of the United States." The law allows for land seizure without compensation under specific conditions, which has drawn criticism from US President Trump, who labeled it discriminatory against Afrikaners. In response to ongoing diplomatic strains, South Africa appointed Mcebisi Jonas as a special envoy to advance...

NASUWT Reopens General Secretary NominationsThe NASUWT teaching union has decided to reopen nominations for the general secretary position after legal flaws were identified in the unopposed appointment of Matt Wrack, a former head of the Fire Brigades Union (FBU). This decision follows advice received by the union’s national executive, which indicated that the process had excluded other candidates. The move comes ahead of an impending high court challenge regarding the appointment. Full Article