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UAE launched secret strike on Iran as tensions escalate in Gulf conflict
The UAE secretly attacked Iran’s Lazan Island before an April ceasefire amid rising Gulf tensions involving Iran and Kuwait.
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Michigan man sentenced to 30 years for killing groomsman after wedding day argument
James Shirah was sentenced Monday to 30 to 45 years for killing his groomsman in Flint, Michigan, on his wedding day in 2024.
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Five Italian Divers and One Maldivian Rescuer Die in Maldives Cave Accident
Five Italian scientists died in an underwater cave accident in the Maldives; a Maldivian rescue diver also died during recovery efforts.
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Tommy Robinson leads far-right rally in London amid heavy security and barring of foreign agitators
Tommy Robinson led the 'Unite the Kingdom' rally in London on May 16, drawing 60,000 supporters amid strict government security measures.
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German Chancellor Merz urges EU budget overhaul and painful German reforms
Chancellor Friedrich Merz called for EU budget reform prioritizing defense and competitiveness and urged tough structural changes in Germany.
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EU invites Taliban representatives to Brussels for talks on Afghan deportations
The European Commission invited Taliban representatives to Brussels for talks on returning Afghans denied EU residence.
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France imposes strict quarantine after first hantavirus case linked to MV Hondius cruise ship
France confirmed its first hantavirus infection in a French national evacuated from the MV Hondius and placed eight contacts under quarantine in Paris.
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Pope Leo XIV to visit France and UNESCO from September 25 to 28, 2026
Pope Leo XIV will make an official visit to France, including UNESCO headquarters, from September 25 to 28, 2026.
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Israel kills Hamas military chief Izz al-Din al-Haddad in Gaza airstrike
Israel killed Hamas military chief Izz al-Din al-Haddad and six others in Gaza airstrikes on May 15, 2026.
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Iranian director Asghar Farhadi condemns civilian deaths and protest crackdown
Oscar-winning Iranian director Asghar Farhadi condemned civilian deaths in war and Iran’s protest crackdown at Cannes on May 14, 2026.
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Thirty-six countries approve special tribunal to prosecute Russia for Ukraine invasion
Thirty-six countries formally backed a special tribunal to prosecute Russia for its 2022 invasion of Ukraine.
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BRICS foreign ministers end New Delhi meeting without joint statement over Iran conflict divisions
BRICS foreign ministers concluded a two-day meeting in New Delhi without a joint statement due to disagreements over the Middle East conflict, especially tensions involving Iran and the UAE.
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UN Humanitarian Convoy Hit Twice by Drones in Ukraine’s Kherson, No Injuries Reported
A UN humanitarian convoy delivering aid in Kherson, Ukraine was struck twice by drones despite coordination with both sides, with no injuries reported.
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Drone threat near Helsinki ends after hours, airport reopens
Finland lifted a drone threat near Helsinki on May 15, reopening Helsinki-Vantaa Airport after a three-hour closure.
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Andy Burnham approved to contest Makerfield by-election in bid for UK parliament return
Andy Burnham, Mayor of Greater Manchester, received Labour NEC approval to seek MP status via Makerfield by-election on May 15, 2026.
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London police deploy 4,000 officers for far-right and pro-Palestinian protests on May 16
London police mounted a large operation to manage far-right and pro-Palestinian protests attended by around 80,000 people on May 16, 2026.
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Japanese PM Sanae Takaichi to visit South Korea’s Lee Jae Myung for summit in Andong
Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi will hold a two-day summit with South Korean President Lee Jae Myung in Andong from May 19 to 20.
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Miners stage violent protests in La Paz demanding President Paz's resignation
Miners and rural unions clashed with police in La Paz on May 14-15, calling for President Rodrigo Paz to step down amid economic crisis.
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FBI offers $200,000 reward for Monica Witt, former US Air Force officer wanted for espionage
The FBI announced a $200,000 reward for information leading to the arrest of Monica Witt, who defected to Iran and shared classified US intelligence.
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BRICS Foreign Ministers Meet in New Delhi Amid Iran-US-Israel Conflict
BRICS foreign ministers from 11 member countries met May 14-15 in New Delhi to discuss economic cooperation and geopolitical tensions including the Iran-US-Israel war.
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New Ebola outbreak from Bundibugyo strain kills over 170 in eastern DR Congo
A Bundibugyo Ebola outbreak in DR Congo's Ituri province has caused over 170 deaths and spread to Uganda, WHO declared an emergency.
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Australian court doubles payout for trans woman barred from female-only app
Australia’s Federal Court doubled damages to AU$20,000 for transgender woman Roxanne Tickle over gender identity discrimination by app Giggle for Girls.
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New giant dinosaur species Nagatitan chaiyaphumensis identified in Thailand
Researchers identified Nagatitan chaiyaphumensis, the largest dinosaur found in Southeast Asia, from fossils in northeastern Thailand.
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Israel kills over 220 Hezbollah fighters amid ongoing strikes in southern Lebanon
Israel's military said it killed more than 220 Hezbollah fighters and struck over 440 targets in southern Lebanon amid ceasefire violations.