Mexico City bans violent bullfighting, sparking fury and celebration

Prime Minister Keir Starmer and President Donald Trump have announced a historic trade deal between the UK and US, marking the first since Trump's tariffs on trading partners. The agreement will reduce US tariffs on British automobile imports from 27.5% to 10% and eliminate tariffs on steel and aluminum, saving thousands of jobs in the UK. Additionally, British farmers will benefit from tariff-free access for 13,000 metric tonnes of beef, while the deal is expected...

Shyamal Shah, a 26-year-old engineer at Auckland Council's Watercare, siphoned $1.039 million using fake invoices and has pleaded guilty to obtaining by deception, facing a maximum sentence of seven years in prison. This incident marks one of New Zealand's largest public sector frauds as the country experiences a decline in its global corruption ranking, with warnings from a transparency agency about a lack of effective responses to increasing corruption. Watercare is pursuing full reparations and...

The Biennial 2025 Gauteng State of Ethics Report The recently released Biennial 2025 Gauteng State of Ethics Report highlights that numerous senior government managers in the province have not been vetted by their respective departments, with many failing to submit required vetting forms. Additionally, the report reveals that hundreds of officials are engaged in business transactions with the state, which is against established regulations. This situation raises concerns about adherence to ethical standards within the...

NEW DELHI: The Supreme Court directed the West Bengal government to decide on granting prosecution sanction for co-accused in the cash-for-jobs case involving former minister Partha Chatterjee within two weeks. Chatterjee's lawyer argued that the absence of sanction for co-accused was delaying the trial, while the CBI opposed bail, emphasizing the state's responsibility. The court expressed concern over lengthy high court bail orders and noted the ongoing investigation into allegations stemming from the teachers eligibility...

On May 8, 2025, Robert Francis Prevost, now known as Pope Leo XIV, addressed the crowd from the Vatican balcony, emphasizing peace and unity as he continues the legacy of Pope Francis. He called for a missionary Church that builds bridges and fosters dialogue, expressing gratitude to his predecessors and urging collaboration in the search for peace and justice. The Pope also recognized the importance of Mary’s intercession in their mission and invited the faithful...

SummaryUS President Donald Trump hailed the election of Robert Francis Prevost, the first American pope known as Pope Leo XIV, as a "great honour," expressing eagerness to meet him. Many political figures, including House Speaker Mike Johnson and Illinois Governor JB Pritzker, congratulated the new pope, emphasizing the significance of his appointment for the Catholic Church and American Catholics. The new pontiff, originally from Chicago, has previously challenged some political views, including those of Vice-President...