21 Killed in Fireworks Plant Explosion in China
At least 21 people have been killed and 61 injured in an explosion at a fireworks plant in a central Chinese province, according to Al Jazeera.
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Deadly China Plane Crash Caused by Fuel Cut-Off, Report Says
A deadly China plane crash in 2022 that killed all 132 people on board was caused by a mid-flight fuel cut-off, according to data released by the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB).
Christians in Israel, Jerusalem Face Rising Intolerance
An unprovoked attack on a French nun in occupied East Jerusalem highlights growing concerns over intolerance against Christians, according to Al Jazeera.
Robots Move In as Waste Firms Face Staff Shortages
Waste management companies are increasingly turning to robots as they struggle to find and retain workers, according to the BBC.
Iran Threatens Ships as Trump Announces New U.S. Naval Mission
Iran launched missiles and drones at the United Arab Emirates and U.S. vessels in the Strait of Hormuz on Monday, while U.S. President Donald Trump announced a new initiative to help stranded ships, according to multiple reports.
Captain Warns No Ship Will Be a Hero by Risking Hormuz Transit
An Indian oil tanker captain has warned that no vessel will attempt to transit the Strait of Hormuz without assurance of safety, despite the U.S. offering an evacuation plan for ships stranded due to the ongoing war.
Flaws in Kenya’s AI-Driven Health Reforms Driving Up Costs for the Poor
An AI system used to predict how much Kenyans can afford to pay for healthcare has systematically driven up costs for the poor, according to an investigation by Africa Uncensored, Lighthouse Reports, and The Guardian.
US releases Touska container ship crew to Pakistan
The United States has transferred 22 crew members from the Iranian container ship, the Touska, to Pakistan, in what Islamabad describes as a “confidence-building measure” during tension in the Strait of Hormuz.
Three Russian Diplomats Expelled from Austria Over Spying Claims
Austria has expelled three Russian diplomats, accusing them of spying, according to a BBC report.
Antisemitism ‘Allowed to Come into the Open’ After Bondi Attack
The daughter of a Bondi Beach attack victim has described how she has received messages saying she too should have been killed, according to the BBC.
Modi’s BJP Conquers Bengal, India’s Toughest Political Frontier
India's Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) secured a major victory in West Bengal, one of the most challenging states in its political expansion, according to BBC News.
Giuliani Recovers from Pneumonia, ‘Breathing on His Own’
Former New York City mayor Rudy Giuliani is recovering from pneumonia and 'now breathing on his own', according to his spokesman.
Previsão do Tempo Fortaleza: Clima favorável para eventos em 2026
Fortaleza, no nordeste do Brasil, celebra 300 anos em 2026 e se prepara para eventos como o Carnaval e o Fortal. Segundo relatos recentes, a cidade goza de um clima cálido e constante durante o ano, o que favorece festividades ao ar livre.
Paul Pogba’s 6.7 Rating After First Start in 1,084 Days
Paul Pogba made his first start in 1,084 days for AS Monaco in a 2-1 win over Metz on May 3, 2026. He played 57 minutes and received a 6.7/10 performance rating from SofaScore.
14 Mai 2026: Multiple Events and Traditions Across Germany and Beyond
On May 14, 2026, Germany will observe Christi Himmelfahrt, a public holiday marking the biblical ascension of Jesus Christ into heaven. The same day also hosts the start of the ADAC RAVENOL 24h Nürburgring, a major motorsport event in the Eifel region. Meanwhile, KB National Bank is expanding financial access for teenagers in South Korea by lowering the age for its MyData service to 14.