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A documentary showing attacks on hospitals and the killing of Palestinian medical staff in Gaza won a BAFTA award for Best Current Affairs. The filmmakers said the BBC originally helped fund the film but then dropped it, accusing the BBC of censoring the content.
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The documentary focuses on Israel’s attacks on Gaza’s hospitals and the deaths of about 1,700 Palestinian medics.
It won the BAFTA award for Best Current Affairs.
Filmmakers thanked the team but criticized the BBC for initially funding then dropping the film.
The filmmakers accused the BBC of censorship, meaning they believe the BBC tried to suppress or limit the film’s message.
The documentary highlights damage to Gaza’s health system during conflict.
The BAFTA is a British award recognizing achievements in film and television.
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Thaksin Shinawatra, former prime minister of Thailand, was released on parole after serving eight months of a one-year prison sentence related to corruption charges. Thaksin’s political career has deeply divided Thailand, and his family remains active in politics.
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Thaksin Shinawatra was released from Klong Prem Central Prison in Bangkok on May 11, 2026.
He served eight months of a reduced one-year sentence for corruption-related charges.
Thaksin was sentenced for abuse of power, including benefiting his own businesses and approving a state lottery project.
He was originally sentenced to eight years, reduced to one year by the king, and served some time in a police hospital before being ordered to prison.
A Justice Ministry panel granted him parole due to his good behavior, age, and low risk of repeating offenses.
After release, Thaksin must stay at home in Bangkok, wear an electronic monitoring bracelet, and report regularly for four months probation.
Thaksin was the first elected Thai prime minister to complete a full four-year term and was popular among rural voters due to policies like national healthcare.
His daughter, Paetongtarn Shinawatra, served as Thailand’s youngest prime minister in 2024 but was removed in 2025 by the Constitutional Court.
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French President Emmanuel Macron visited Kenya to start the Africa Forward Summit, promoting a new partnership approach between France and African countries. The summit highlights France’s shift from its past influence in Africa and aims to build equal relationships as France recently ended its military presence in West Africa.
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The Africa Forward Summit is held in Kenya, an English-speaking country, for the first time.
Around 30 African heads of state are expected to attend the two-day summit.
France has ended its military presence in West Africa after years of influence known as Françafrique.
Macron wants to move from dominance to partnership with African nations.
Kenya’s President William Ruto said the summit marks a new phase in France-Africa relations.
Kenya and France signed 11 agreements on investments in energy, transport, and agriculture.
Macron emphasized investing in Africa’s young population and innovation.
Kenya’s opposition leader criticized holding the summit in Kenya, citing concerns about democracy and human rights.
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The Bafta TV Awards ceremony took place in London, celebrating UK television with winners announced, including multiple prizes for the Netflix show Adolescence. The event featured memorable red carpet moments and special awards, such as one for Dame Mary Berry and humorous interactions between celebrities like Alan Carr and Paloma Faith.
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The Bafta TV Awards ceremony was held at the Royal Festival Hall in London.
Netflix’s show Adolescence won several awards, including best supporting actor for 16-year-old Owen Cooper.
Alan Carr won the memorable moments award for a scene on the show Celebrity Traitors.
Alan Carr and Paloma Faith, who appeared on Celebrity Traitors, were friendly despite their on-show conflict.
Danny Dyer and his daughter Dani Dyer presented an award together at the event.
Martin Lewis, who received a special Bafta Television award, shared he has bought unusual items like a Van de Graaff generator and a theremin.
The ceremony included fun moments, touching speeches, and fashion highlights on the red carpet.
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The UK and France will host a meeting with defence ministers from over 40 countries to plan a mission protecting trade through the Strait of Hormuz. Meanwhile, Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu said Iran’s enriched uranium must be removed before the US-Israeli conflict ends and expressed a desire to reduce Israel’s dependence on US military aid in the next decade.
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The UK and France are leading a multinational meeting to discuss military plans for securing shipping through the Strait of Hormuz.
Over 40 nations will participate in this defence ministers’ meeting, held virtually on May 12, 2026.
Iran warned that it would respond immediately and decisively if France and Britain deploy warships to the region.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said Iran’s enriched uranium stockpile must be removed for the war to end.
Netanyahu noted that President Donald Trump supports military action to remove Iran’s nuclear material.
Netanyahu hopes Israel can stop relying on US military aid, currently about $3.8 billion per year, within about ten years.
Iran offered a proposal through Pakistan to end the war on all fronts and lift sanctions, but President Trump rejected the offer.
Iranian Nobel Peace Prize winner Narges Mohammadi was released on bail from prison for urgent medical care.
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Thaksin Shinawatra, Thailand’s former prime minister, was released from jail after serving part of a one-year sentence for corruption. His political party, Pheu Thai, suffered a major defeat in recent elections and is now a smaller part of the government, raising questions about Thaksin’s future role in Thai politics.
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Thaksin Shinawatra was prime minister from 2001 to 2006 before being ousted by a military coup.
He spent many years in exile and was jailed recently for corruption and abusing power.
Thaksin was released wearing an electronic ankle bracelet.
His party, Pheu Thai, once dominant, had its worst election result in February 2024, falling to third place.
The Pheu Thai-led government collapsed after Thaksin’s daughter was removed as prime minister over a leaked call about a border issue with Cambodia.
Thailand's courts and conservative forces have frequently challenged Thaksin and his allies.
Pheu Thai is now a junior partner in the new government, weakened by rising nationalist parties.
There is debate about whether Thaksin will return to political leadership or support younger party leaders instead.
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President Donald Trump is meeting with China's President Xi Jinping in Beijing, with Taiwan as the main topic. The U.S. has a long-standing unclear policy about Taiwan but also sells it weapons for defense, while China claims Taiwan as its own and wants the U.S. to change its official stance on Taiwanese independence.
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Taiwan is a small island democracy that China claims as part of its territory.
The U.S. policy toward Taiwan is called "strategic ambiguity," meaning it does not clearly say if it would defend Taiwan in a conflict.
The U.S. has sold over $50 billion in arms to Taiwan, with a recent $11 billion sale approved and a $14 billion sale awaiting President Trump's approval.
China wants the U.S. to officially oppose Taiwan’s independence instead of just not supporting it.
Taiwan produces 90% of the world’s high-end semiconductors, important for technology and defense.
Taiwan’s deputy foreign minister says Taiwan trusts the U.S. as a reliable partner and opposes unification with China.
China has increased military actions near Taiwan and says reunification is "unstoppable," but an invasion is not expected soon.
Many Taiwanese people value democracy and reject China’s "one country, two systems" plan, as seen in Hong Kong.
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Diplomatic talks between the United States and Iran have not made progress as fighting continues between Israel and Lebanon. Despite a ceasefire, clashes are ongoing, and President Trump responded to Iran's reaction to the U.S. proposal to end the conflict.
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U.S.-Iran diplomacy is currently stalled with no agreement reached.
Fighting continues between Israeli and Lebanese forces despite a declared ceasefire.
The conflict has lasted for about three months.
President Donald Trump commented on Iran's official reply to the U.S. peace proposal.
The situation remains tense in the Middle East region around Israel and Lebanon.
CBS News is reporting from Tel Aviv, Israel.
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President Trump will travel from Washington to Asia, visiting Japan and South Korea. He will then go to China for a two-day meeting with President Xi Jinping.
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President Trump departs Washington on Monday for an Asian trip.
His stops include Japan and South Korea.
The final destination is China.
In China, he will meet President Xi Jinping in a two-day summit.
The trip covers important meetings with East Asian leaders.
Anna Coren reports from Taipei with further details.
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Americans who were on a cruise ship that had an outbreak of hantavirus are returning to the United States. They were evacuated on Sunday from the Canary Islands, specifically from Tenerife.
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A hantavirus outbreak occurred on a cruise ship.
The ship was near the Canary Islands, a Spanish territory.
Americans on the ship were evacuated on Sunday.
The evacuation took place in Tenerife, one of the Canary Islands.
The evacuated passengers are now heading back to the United States.
Hantavirus is a serious virus that can cause illness.
The news was reported by CBS News.
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A new surveillance video reveals a person who trespassed onto a runway at Denver International Airport. This individual was struck and killed by a Frontier Airlines airplane. The video shows the moments before the fatal collision.
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The incident happened at Denver International Airport.
A person trespassed onto an active airplane runway.
A Frontier Airlines jet hit the person.
The collision caused the person’s death.
A surveillance video captured the event just before the crash.
Airport authorities are reviewing the footage.
The airport runway is a restricted area meant only for authorized personnel and planes.
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Narges Mohammadi, an Iranian human rights activist and 2023 Nobel Peace Prize winner, has been moved from prison to a hospital in Tehran due to serious health problems. Iranian authorities allowed her bail on medical grounds, but her family says she still needs long-term medical care and should not return to prison.
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Narges Mohammadi is a 54-year-old Iranian human rights campaigner and 2023 Nobel Peace Prize winner.
She has been imprisoned since 2021 on charges she denies, including "propaganda against the state."
Mohammadi’s health has worsened in prison; she may have had two heart attacks and lost about 20 kg (44 pounds).
Iranian authorities granted her temporary release on heavy bail and transferred her to Tehran Pars Hospital.
She was previously hospitalized for 10 days in Zanjan, where she was serving her sentence.
Mohammadi’s family and lawyer report that she is in poor condition and unable to speak well.
The Narges Mohammadi Foundation calls for her unconditional release and permanent medical care.
Her brother found her unconscious in prison after a suspected heart attack last month.
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Labour Party leader Sir Keir Starmer is facing pressure from some members who want him to step down. Starmer is set to give a speech to calm the party after local election losses, but some MPs are openly calling for a leadership challenge.
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Sir Keir Starmer leads the UK Labour Party.
Labour suffered big losses in recent local and devolved government elections.
Some Labour MPs have publicly said Starmer should resign.
Starmer is preparing a speech aimed at calming party members.
A few Labour MPs are considering challenging Starmer’s leadership.
Health Secretary Wes Streeting might run for leader if Starmer leaves.
Andy Burnham, Mayor of Greater Manchester, is seen as a possible future Labour leader but currently has no Westminster seat.
Labour MPs are anxious and divided about the party’s future and leadership.
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Martin Short talked about his daughter Katherine’s death by suicide, calling it a terrible event for his family. He compared her mental health struggles to his wife’s battle with cancer and wants to remove the stigma around mental health and suicide.
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Katherine Short, Martin Short’s daughter, died by suicide in February at age 42.
Katherine had long struggled with mental health issues, including borderline personality disorder.
Martin Short’s wife, Nancy Dolman, died of ovarian cancer in 2010.
Martin Short hopes people will openly talk about mental health and suicide as illnesses.
Katherine was adopted by Martin and Nancy, had degrees in psychology and social work, and worked as a licensed social worker.
Martin Short has experienced many losses, including his brother, parents, wife, daughter, and close friends.
A Netflix documentary about Martin Short’s life called Marty, Life Is Short, will premiere on May 12.
Suicide and crisis helpline information is provided for the US, UK, Ireland, Australia, and other countries.
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People in Somalia’s capital, Mogadishu, protested against government-ordered home demolitions that caused many families to lose their homes. Opposition leaders say security forces shot and killed one person while trying to stop the protests.
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Protests took place in Mogadishu, Somalia’s capital city.
The protests were organized by opposition political figures.
The demonstrations supported families who were displaced by government home demolitions.
The government led a campaign to demolish homes, causing evictions.
Opposition leaders reported that security forces shot and killed one protester while trying to break up the crowds.
The protests expressed disagreement with the government’s actions on housing.
The situation reflects ongoing tension between the government and opposition groups in Somalia.
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The Labour party in the UK faces a leadership crisis after poor results in local elections. Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer is under pressure from his own party members, with some calling for him to step down and others preparing to run against him.
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Labour lost badly in recent local elections, causing unrest in the party.
Around 40 Labour MPs want Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer to announce when he will resign.
Health Secretary Wes Streeting and former Deputy Prime Minister Angela Rayner are seen as possible leadership contenders.
Angela Rayner criticized Starmer’s leadership sharply in a public statement.
Starmer plans a speech intended to save his position by possibly changing his policies toward the European Union.
Some party members, like MP Catherine West, want to trigger a leadership contest soon.
Different newspapers cover the political crisis, with some focusing more on other UK entertainment news.
The situation is described as a key moment for the future of the Labour party and its leadership.
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Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said the conflict with Iran will continue as long as Iran keeps stockpiles of highly enriched uranium, which can be used to make nuclear weapons. Netanyahu stated that President Donald Trump wants to enter Iran to secure and remove this nuclear material. Meanwhile, Iran has responded to a US peace proposal amid ongoing regional tensions and drone attacks.
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Netanyahu said the war with Iran continues because Iran still has enriched uranium that can make nuclear warheads.
Netanyahu suggested going into Iran to take out the nuclear material and said President Trump supports this approach.
Iran reportedly sent a response to a US peace proposal through Pakistani mediators, though details were not released.
The US peace proposal included reopening the Strait of Hormuz and setting a framework for talks on Iran’s nuclear program.
Tensions around the Iran conflict raise fears of terror risks at upcoming FIFA World Cup games in the US.
Four experts warn that lone extremists inspired online pose the biggest terror threat in the US.
The Trump administration claimed baby formula tested meets safety standards, but health advocates say many samples contain harmful chemicals.
A January 6 Capitol riot participant pardoned by President Trump was sentenced to seven years for burglary in Virginia.
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King Charles III will deliver the King's Speech to outline the UK government's new laws for the upcoming Parliamentary session. The speech will cover issues like the economy, welfare, financial services, immigration, and environmental policies.
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The speech sets out the government’s planned new laws for the next Parliamentary session.
Prime Minister Keir Starmer plans legislation to align some UK rules with EU single market standards, especially in food safety.
The government may propose bills to address the cost of living crisis and reduce welfare spending, including limiting some benefits for under-22s.
A National Wealth Fund Bill aims to legally establish a fund to encourage private investment in infrastructure.
Financial services reforms include merging regulators and changing how complaints are handled in the City of London.
A tourist tax consultation is underway to allow regional mayors in England to charge visitors who stay overnight.
New laws on asylum will affect how family life rights are applied to some cases under the European Convention on Human Rights.
Environmental laws will promote easier installation of electric vehicle chargers and include an Energy Independence Bill focused on energy bills and supply security.
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Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said the conflict involving Iran is not finished. He emphasized the need to stop Iran’s nuclear program and reduce the power of groups supported by Iran in the region.
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Netanyahu spoke in an interview aired on Sunday.
He said the war involving Iran is ongoing and not yet over.
He wants to dismantle Iran’s proxy groups—these are groups in other countries supported by Iran.
He mentioned concerns about Iran’s nuclear enrichment program, which involves making nuclear fuel.
Netanyahu believes there is still enriched uranium in Iran that needs to be addressed.
The comments suggest Israel may continue efforts to pressure or act against Iran.
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The Eurovision Song Contest has faced strong protests and controversy due to Israel’s participation amid ongoing conflict in Gaza. Several countries have decided to boycott the 2026 contest in response to Israel’s involvement and the recent military events in the region.
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Austria won the 2023 Eurovision Song Contest, preventing Israel from hosting the next event.
Before the 2023 final, protests against Israel took place in Switzerland, with demonstrators showing support for Palestinians.
During the final, two people tried to disrupt Israel’s performance by storming the stage and throwing paint.
Israel’s singer, Yuval Raphael, received a high public vote, raising concerns about government-led voting campaigns.
The European Broadcasting Union checked the voting process and found no evidence of unfair influence.
The 2026 Eurovision contest will have 35 participants, but Spain, Ireland, the Netherlands, Iceland, and Slovenia are boycotting.
These boycotts mainly relate to Israel’s military actions in Gaza and accusations against its government.
Some boycotting countries’ governments have publicly criticized Israel’s policies.
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