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A former prosecutor of the International Criminal Court (ICC) has urged the European Union to create a law blocking U.S. sanctions against ICC members. These U.S. sanctions were imposed after the ICC issued arrest warrants for Israeli officials, including Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. The former prosecutor said the sanctions harm judges and threaten the independence of the court.
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In February 2025, the U.S. sanctioned 11 ICC officials, including judges and the chief prosecutor, along with three Palestinian groups.
Sanctions include travel bans and freezing of assets, preventing judges and their families from using European financial systems.
The sanctions followed the ICC’s 2024 decision to issue arrest warrants for members of the Israeli cabinet.
Fatou Bensouda, ICC prosecutor from 2012 to 2021, called the sanctions “bullying” and an attempt to interfere with international justice.
She criticized slow reactions from ICC member states, especially the Dutch government, which hosts the ICC in The Hague.
Bensouda warned that ongoing sanctions could cause qualified professionals to avoid working at the ICC, weakening the court.
She proposed that states create legal protections and financial support systems for ICC officials facing sanctions.
Bensouda specifically called on the EU to use its blocking statute to protect ICC members from U.S. sanctions.
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The U.S. and Iran are close to signing a 60-day agreement that would extend a ceasefire, reopen the Strait of Hormuz for shipping, and allow Iran to sell oil freely. The deal includes talks on limiting Iran’s nuclear program and aims to prevent war escalation and ease global oil supply pressure.
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The agreement would last 60 days and could be extended if both sides agree.
During this time, the Strait of Hormuz would be open without tolls, and Iran would clear mines to allow safe shipping.
The U.S. would lift its blockade on Iranian ports and ease some sanctions to help Iran sell oil.
Iran has promised not to pursue nuclear weapons and to negotiate limits on uranium enrichment.
U.S. sanctions would only be fully lifted after Iran makes clear, verified concessions.
U.S. military forces in the region would stay during the 60 days and leave only if a final deal is reached.
The agreement includes ending the war between Israel and Hezbollah, with Israel allowed to act if Hezbollah violates the ceasefire.
Several regional leaders, including those from the UAE, Saudi Arabia, and Pakistan, have expressed support for the deal.
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Pakistan’s Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has offered to host the next round of peace talks between Iran and the United States soon. Meanwhile, President Donald Trump said a deal is almost finalized to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, allowing oil exports to resume during a 60-day ceasefire extension.
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Pakistan wants to host the next Iran-US peace talks.
The proposed deal includes a 60-day ceasefire between the US and Iran.
The Strait of Hormuz would reopen during this ceasefire with no fees for ships.
Iran agrees to remove mines from the strait to allow safe passage.
The US would lift sanctions and its blockade on Iranian ports during the ceasefire.
Iran commits not to pursue nuclear weapons and agrees to negotiate limits on uranium enrichment.
Iran executed a person accused of sharing military information with the US and Israel.
Israel struck and destroyed a civil defense center in southern Lebanon, causing material damage but no reported deaths.
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A nine-story building under construction in Angeles City, Philippines, collapsed early Sunday during a thunderstorm. Twenty-two workers escaped, but many others are still missing, and rescue teams are searching through the rubble.
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The building was nine stories tall and still being built.
The collapse happened before dawn during heavy rain and thunder.
The location is Angeles City, in Pampanga province, north of Manila.
Twenty-two workers got out safely from the collapsed building.
Police and government rescuers are working to find those trapped.
The exact number of missing workers is unknown.
Over 100 personnel are involved in the rescue effort.
Police Brigadier General Jess Mendez gave information about the incident.
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Iran and the United States are close to agreeing on a peace deal, according to US President Donald Trump. Iranian sources have shared details about Iran’s views on this possible agreement.
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The US and Iran are working toward a Memorandum of Understanding, which is a formal but not legally binding agreement.
President Donald Trump announced that the two countries are near this agreement.
Iranian sources have provided information on Iran’s stance regarding the potential deal.
The discussions aim to improve relations and reduce tensions between the US and Iran.
Details on the specific terms of the agreement have not been publicly released yet.
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A large Russian ballistic missile attack hit Kyiv early Sunday, injuring at least five people and damaging residential buildings. The attack followed Moscow's threat to retaliate for deadly Ukrainian drone strikes in Russian-occupied eastern Ukraine.
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Russian missiles struck Kyiv, causing explosions and shaking buildings near the government district.
At least five people were wounded, with one hospitalized.
Four districts in Kyiv were affected, including Shevchenkivsky, Dniprovsky, Podilsky, and Shevchenkivsky districts.
The attack followed Ukrainian drone strikes on Russian-occupied areas that killed at least 18 people and wounded 42.
Ukraine said its drone strikes targeted Russian military units, not civilians.
Moscow promised severe punishment in response to the Ukrainian drone attacks.
Both Ukrainian President Zelensky and the US embassy warned of possible major Russian airstrikes.
Ukraine faces ongoing threats from various Russian weapons, including nuclear-capable missiles.
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Nigel Farage, leader of Reform UK, has promised to remove income tax on overtime pay for people earning under £75,000 who work extra hours. The party has also faced scrutiny over large donations linked to offshore sources and claims that Farage's phone was hacked by Russian spies. Meanwhile, police are investigating allegations against Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor, and other news covers various topics including football and the World Cup.
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Nigel Farage plans to scrap income tax on overtime for workers earning less than £75,000.
The tax cut proposal would cost about £5 billion a year and challenge Labour and local leaders.
Reform UK has received millions in donations from individuals or companies with offshore connections.
Farage claims Russian spies hacked his phone after a large crypto-related donation was made.
Police are investigating Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor over alleged misconduct in 2002; he denies the claims.
The CIA has been accused in a conspiracy theory of sabotaging England’s goalkeeper in the 1970 World Cup by poisoning him.
Sir Keir Starmer has asked TNT Sports to let fans watch the Champions League final for free by dropping fees.
World Cup stadiums will have quiet rooms for fans who find noise overwhelming during matches.
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Russia launched a large missile attack on Kyiv, wounding at least five people, following a Ukrainian drone strike in Russian-occupied eastern Ukraine. Both sides reported casualties and damage, while officials warned of ongoing and possible further attacks.
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Early Sunday, Kyiv was hit by multiple ballistic missiles, causing damage and injuries.
Five people were wounded, with one hospitalized, and fires broke out in several districts of Kyiv.
The attack came after Ukraine launched a deadly drone strike on a college dormitory in Russian-occupied Starobilsk, killing at least 18 people.
Ukraine said its strike targeted a Russian military drone unit, denying targeting civilians.
Russia warned it would punish those responsible for the Ukrainian drone attack.
Ukrainian President Zelenskyy and the U.S. Embassy warned of a possible major Russian airstrike on Kyiv.
The United Nations condemned attacks on civilians but said it could not independently verify details due to limited access.
Starobilsk is a town about 40 miles from the frontline, controlled by Russia since early 2022.
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Parts of the UK are expected to officially experience a heatwave as temperatures rise above normal for May. A record-breaking early May temperature above 30°C has already been recorded, and forecasts predict even higher heat over the coming days.
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A temperature of 30.5°C was recorded in Frittenden, Kent, the highest in the UK so far this year.
The UK may break its previous May temperature record of 32.8°C set in 1944, with forecasts suggesting possible temperatures above 33°C in southeast England.
Heatwave status depends on reaching specific temperature thresholds for at least three consecutive days, varying by region.
Amber heat-health alerts are active in parts of the Midlands and eastern England until at least Wednesday to warn of possible health impacts from the heat.
The UK’s first 30°C day of May was the earliest since 1952.
Days with temperatures above 28°C and 30°C have increased significantly in recent decades due to climate change.
Some northern and coastal areas will remain cooler and less sunny, with occasional rain expected in parts of Scotland.
High UV levels are expected across the UK during the sunny, hot spell.
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Ebola has returned in central Africa, causing worries worldwide. The World Health Organization (WHO) said this outbreak is a big health emergency as cases rise in Congo and Uganda. Some countries are limiting travel to stop the virus from spreading.
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Ebola is spreading again in central Africa, especially in Congo and Uganda.
This outbreak involves the rare Bundibugyo strain of the Ebola virus.
The World Health Organization declared the situation a global health emergency.
Many new cases have been reported recently.
Some countries have started travel restrictions to prevent the virus from spreading farther.
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In Japan, divorced parents have until now only been allowed sole custody of their children, meaning one parent loses legal rights and access to the children after separation. A new law starting in April 2026 will allow parents to share custody, aiming to help children keep connections with both parents.
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Until now, only one parent had legal custody of children after divorce in Japan.
This sole custody system often cut off one parent from seeing their children.
Japan was the only G7 country without joint custody before the law change.
The new law, effective April 1, 2026, allows divorced parents to share custody.
In 2024, about 38.5% of marriages in Japan ended in divorce.
Women kept custody in over 86% of cases under the old system.
More than 164,000 children under 18 were affected by custody issues in 2024.
The law aims to benefit children by supporting relationships with both parents and sharing responsibilities.
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Queensland police shot and killed a man who was armed and threatening people during a domestic violence incident at a home north of Brisbane. Separately, gunshots were heard near the White House in Washington, D.C., causing agencies to respond and people nearby to take cover.
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Police responded after midnight to a domestic violence report in Narangba, north of Brisbane.
The man was armed and threatened officers, leading a police officer to shoot him.
Paramedics tried to save the man, but he died at the scene.
One other person was in life-threatening condition; three others were taken to hospital in stable condition.
Queensland’s Police Ethical Standards Command and the Crime and Corruption Commission are investigating the shooting.
Near the White House, an extended series of gunshots was heard on Saturday evening.
A White House reporter captured video of the gunfire and took cover during the incident.
Authorities in Washington, D.C. are responding to the gunshots near the White House.
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A building at the Starobilsk Professional College in Luhansk, eastern Ukraine, was hit early Friday in an attack that killed 21 people and injured 42. Russia blames Ukraine for the strike, calling it a terrorist attack and promising retaliation, while Ukraine says it targeted a Russian military unit nearby.
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The attack damaged a five-story dormitory building at Starobilsk Professional College.
Russian officials say Ukraine used drones to carry out the attack.
At least 21 people were killed and 42 injured, according to Russian sources.
Russia held an emergency United Nations Security Council meeting about the incident.
President Putin said there were no military targets in the area and called the strike a terrorist act.
Ukraine's military said it attacked a Russian military unit near Starobilsk on the night of May 21-22.
Russia’s UN ambassador called the strike a war crime under international law.
Pro-Russian commentators suggested Russia should also target Europe in response.
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Ukraine's President Zelenskyy said his country is checking reports from the U.S. and Europe that Russia may be preparing to use a new fast missile called the Oreshnik hypersonic missile. The U.S. Embassy in Kyiv warned of a possible major air attack on Ukraine in the next day, while Russia said it was planning a response to recent Ukrainian drone strikes.
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Ukraine is verifying intelligence that Russia might use the Oreshnik hypersonic missile soon.
The U.S. Embassy in Kyiv issued a security alert about a possible large Russian air attack within 24 hours.
President Zelenskyy said Ukraine is preparing its air defenses against any missile strikes.
Russia claimed Ukrainian drone strikes killed several people and injured dozens in eastern Ukraine.
Russia’s President Putin ordered the military to come up with plans to respond to Ukrainian attacks.
Ukraine denied attacking civilians and said its strikes target Russian military drone units only.
The Ukrainian military described the Russian drone unit "Rubicon" as one that targets Ukrainian civilians.
Recent fighting involved Ukrainian drone attacks and Russian air strikes in the Kharkiv and Luhansk regions.
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A missile hit the oil tanker Skylight near the Strait of Hormuz, causing a fire and chaos on board. The attack killed the ship’s captain and one crew member, Dalip Rathore, whose body has not been found, while others, including Sunil Puniya, survived. The strike is part of a larger conflict disrupting one of the world’s busiest shipping routes and affecting thousands of seafarers.
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The missile struck the oil tanker Skylight near the Strait of Hormuz on March 1.
The ship was US-sanctioned and traveling from Dubai.
The missile hit the engine room, causing a fire and blackout on the ship.
Sunil Puniya survived, but his friend and crew member Dalip Rathore went missing and is presumed dead.
The Oman Navy rescued survivors from the water after the attack.
The Strait of Hormuz is a key route for about 20% of the world’s oil and gas shipments.
Since the conflict began, 38 commercial ships have been hit near the strait, causing many vessels to become stranded.
Over 20,000 seafarers are currently stuck in the Gulf, with many facing unpaid wages and difficult conditions.
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President Donald Trump announced that a peace deal with Iran is close to being finalized, which could end the ongoing conflict in the Middle East and reopen the Strait of Hormuz. However, Iranian state media disputed Trump’s claim, saying the strait would remain under Iranian control and that no final agreement has been reached yet.
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President Trump said a “Memorandum of Understanding” with Iran is nearly complete.
The deal aims to end the war involving the US, Israel, and Iran.
It would reopen the Strait of Hormuz, a key shipping route.
Negotiations on Iran’s nuclear program are expected to continue for 30 to 60 days.
Iran’s state-linked Fars news agency denied that an agreement was close or that the strait would open under US terms.
Talks have been facilitated by Pakistan and included regional leaders and Israel.
The deal could lead to the release of $25 billion in frozen Iranian assets.
There are still “last-minute disputes” that might prevent a final agreement.
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Venezuelan opposition leader María Corina Machado said she plans to run for president again and return to Venezuela before the end of 2026. She and other opposition leaders want free and fair elections but said these will need months of preparation and changes to ensure they are democratic.
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María Corina Machado is a Venezuelan opposition leader and Nobel Peace Prize winner.
She has been living in exile since December after hiding in Venezuela for 11 months.
Machado aims to return to Venezuela and run for president again by late 2026.
Opposition leaders want elections where all Venezuelans, inside and outside the country, can vote freely.
Machado says fair elections need neutral election officials and no government interference.
Venezuela's current government barred Machado from running in the 2024 election.
Official results declared Nicolás Maduro the winner in 2024, but Machado’s team claims her chosen candidate won by a large margin.
The Trump administration has supported Maduro’s successor and has not pushed for new elections in Venezuela at this time.
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The Romanian director Cristian Mungiu won the Palme d’Or, the top prize at the 2026 Cannes Film Festival, for his film "Fjord," a family drama starring Sebastian Stan. The festival highlighted films about war, memory, political division, and queer identity, with several other awards given to notable movies, including the first Rwandan film to be selected at Cannes.
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Cristian Mungiu, a Romanian director, won the Palme d’Or at Cannes 2026 for the film "Fjord."
"Fjord" is a tense family drama featuring actors Sebastian Stan and Renate Reinsve.
The festival recognized themes like war, memory, political division, and queer identity in many films.
The film "Minotaur" won the Grand Prix, another major award at Cannes.
Acting prizes were shared by performances in the films "All of a Sudden" and "Coward."
The first Rwandan film to be selected at Cannes, "Ben’Imana," won the Camera d’Or award.
Cannes 2026 was noted as one of the most politically focused editions in recent years.
The festival included discussions and coverage on cultural diversity and current global issues through cinema.
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Halifax police are urgently searching for a missing newborn after a woman arrived at a hospital injured and without the baby. Four people are being questioned, and the public is asked to report any suspicious information to help find the infant or evidence.
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The search began after a woman in life-threatening condition arrived at a hospital with signs of recent childbirth but no baby.
Halifax Regional Police have four individuals in custody for questioning but no charges yet.
Search efforts focus on a residential building at 214 Willett Street in Halifax.
Nova Scotia Ground Search and Rescue is helping with the investigation.
Police ask residents to check their properties and avoid the search area to not disrupt emergency workers.
Newborns are very vulnerable and need immediate care to survive, making time critical.
Over 30,000 children were reported missing in Canada in 2023 and 2024, with many cases resolved quickly but some still open.
Indigenous children are more often among those missing for long periods.
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Canadian police are investigating the death of actor Stewart McLean, whose remains were found in Lions Bay, British Columbia. Authorities suspect he was murdered and have started a homicide investigation.
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Stewart McLean was a 45-year-old actor known for his role in the TV series Virgin River.
He was reported missing on May 18, 2026, three days after last being seen at his home.
His remains were discovered in Lions Bay, about 20 miles north of Vancouver.
The Royal Canadian Mounted Police began investigating and later handed the case to the Integrated Homicide Investigation Team (IHIT).
Police are reviewing evidence, security footage, and interviewing people to create a timeline of McLean’s activities before his death.
The exact date of his death has not been publicly shared.
Friends and colleagues described McLean as professional, dedicated, and aware of his surroundings.
Authorities ask anyone with information to contact IHIT through their hotline or email.
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