Donald Trump’s former lawyer Michael Cohen took to the stand on Monday to testify in the former president’s New York hush-money case.
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In Georgia, overnight protests have spilt into the morning in a last-minute bid to halt the approval of a contentious law. The protests are aimed at blocking a controversial foreign influence bill, labelled by critics as the “Russia law”.
The Kremlin has announced that Russian President Vladimir Putin has replaced his long-time ally Sergei Shoigu as defence minister. Shoigu, who has held the position since 2012, will now serve as secretary of Russia’s Security Council.
Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez’s Socialist party has emerged victorious in Catalonia’s regional election, as pro-independence factions saw a decline in support.
Internet users in Kenya, Tanzania, Rwanda, and Uganda have been expressing dissatisfaction with their connectivity, as service providers across East Africa acknowledge ongoing issues. They have said they are working to fix it.
A teenager has been sentenced to 14 years in jail for fatally stabbing a British mother during a home invasion in Australia. Emma Lovell, 41, tragically lost her life while confronting two intruders in Brisbane on Boxing Day in 2022.
At least 37 people have died after flash floods and cold lava flowing from a volcano hit the western Indonesian island of Sumatra.
While domestic travel thrives, international arrivals continue to lag behind. Foreigners entering China are currently at only 30% of the levels seen in 2019.
The UN and the Western powers are worried that a full-scale invasion could lead to mass civilian casualties and a humanitarian catastrophe.
US President Joe Biden has repeatedly warned Israel about the operation in Rafah. But Netanyahu has dismissed the American warning and said his country can fight on without their support.
Pasco bread is a household staple in Japan, commonly found in supermarkets and convenience stores nationwide. “We deeply apologise for the inconvenience caused to our customers, business partners, and all concerned parties,” it said.
The incident occurred on May 3 at Fortson’s home, which is located 5 miles (8km) from the Special Operations Wing at Hurlburt Field, Florida, where he was stationed.
Hector Daher, one of the leading figures in the workers’ unions, described the 24-hour strike as a message to President Javier Milei. Daher urged Milei to reconsider some of the reductions in subsidies and social programs.
The World Health Organization (WHO) has said there have been at least 44 cholera cases in Kenya’s Tana River county, as flooding raises the risk of the spread of water-borne diseases.
The suspect, known as “El Kekas,” faced kidnapping charges in court, with murder charges expected soon. He hasn’t entered a plea yet.
This kiss, during last year’s World Cup match against England, received widespread attention and led to Rubiales’ resignation.
If the decision is given the green light by EU finance ministers next Tuesday, the interest generated – up to €3 billion (£2.5 billion) annually – will be directed towards purchasing weapons for Ukraine.
“If they go into Rafah, I’m not supplying the weapons that have been used historically to deal with Rafah,” he said during an interview with CNN. He added that he would “continue to make sure Israel is secure”.
The government’s strategy, released recently, outlines intentions to collaborate with industry and state leaders to boost fossil fuel production and exploration.
North Korea’s former propaganda chief, Kim Ki Nam, has passed away at the age of 94, according to state media reports. KCNA mentioned that he died of old age and “multiple organ dysfunction.”
This incident marks the second time in the past two weeks that the BJP has shared a similar video online. Prime Minister Narendra Modi has also made comparable claims about the opposition’s supposed bias towards Muslims during election rallies.
The parents of two Australian brothers tragically killed in Mexico during a suspected carjacking have spoken for the first time. Debra and Martin Robinson mourned the deaths of their sons Callum, 33, and Jake, 30, who were avid surfers.
The official told CBS News that the paused shipment consisted of 1,800 2,000lb (907kg) bombs and 1,700 500lb bombs.
The firm’s reorganisation plan assures that nearly all customers will recover at least the full amount lost during FTX’s collapse in November 2022.
The company argues that the law violates free speech rights for itself and its 170 million American users. It contends that the concerns put forward by the US government to justify the law are speculative.
