Syria's worst violence in months reopens wounds of the civil war

A third-year law student at Warsaw University in Poland fatally attacked an administrative staff member with an axe, reportedly dismembering her and consuming parts of her body. The assault also left a security guard critically injured, prompting a police response that resulted in the suspect's arrest. Following the brutal attack, the university declared a day of mourning, expressing deep condolences to the victim's family and labeling the incident as a significant tragedy. Full Article

Read a summary of this article on FAST.Get bite-sized news via a newcards interface. Give it a try. Click here to return to FAST Tap here to return to FAST FASTSINGAPORE: The High Court on Thursday (May 8) dismissed a claim by a beauty salon operator against a property agent and her agency ERA Realty Network for misrepresenting the size of a commercial unit the salon purchased. The salon, Crystal Beauty, sued estate agent Jasmine...

SummaryMotown legend Smokey Robinson has denied sexual assault allegations made by four former female employees in a lawsuit filed on Tuesday, which claims sexual battery, including rape, and false imprisonment. Robinson's lawyer described the accusations as "vile" and part of an attempt to extort $50 million from the 85-year-old icon. The plaintiffs, who have not previously come forward due to fear of repercussions, seek damages and a jury trial, while Robinson's team plans to request...

Frank McKenna stated that Mark Carney has effectively addressed President Trump’s comments about Canada potentially becoming the 51st state, allowing both nations to pursue stability. During their meeting, Carney firmly communicated that Canada is not for sale, while Trump acknowledged the issue would not be revisited unless prompted. McKenna expressed optimism for future negotiations, noting Carney's diplomatic handling of Trump's inaccuracies and emphasizing the need for a collaborative approach beyond Trump's impulsive decision-making. Full Article

The UN agency for Palestinian refugees reported the closure of three schools in annexed east Jerusalem by Israel, following a ban on its activities. UNRWA's West Bank director, Roland Friedrich, described the traumatic impact on the 550 students present during the enforcement, while a closure notice prohibited future educational operations. The Palestinian Authority condemned the closures as a violation of children's rights to education, amidst ongoing disputes over the status of Jerusalem, which Israel considers...

Three years ago, US west coast ports faced congestion due to post-Covid disruptions, but now they are emptying as Donald Trump’s tariffs disrupt cargo schedules from China. While some believe these tariffs could harm trade and the economy, historical evidence suggests that the US economy can absorb shocks and recover swiftly, as seen post-Covid. The critical concern lies in whether Trump will continue to escalate tariffs, potentially leading to long-term damage akin to Brexit, or...