Author: News Desk

Nickolay Mladenov, overseeing the US-founded Board of Peace for Gaza, cautioned the UN Security Council that the ongoing crisis risks becoming permanent. He presented a ceasefire roadmap requiring commitments from both Israel and Hamas, urging action to disarm Hamas while calling for Israel to honour its obligations.

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Three teenagers received youth rehabilitation orders after being convicted of raping two girls in separate incidents near Fordingbridge, Hampshire. The court noted the boys’ diagnoses of ADHD and low IQs, opting against custodial sentences to support their reintegration into society. A restraining order was imposed against the defendants.

Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) reported the coordination of 26 vessels through the Strait of Hormuz in the last 24 hours, asserting control amid a US blockade. Discussions between Washington and Tehran regarding resumed traffic remain unresolved, exacerbating tensions and potential impacts on global markets.

James Murdoch has finalised a deal to acquire New York Magazine and the Vox Media Podcast Network for over £300 million, enhancing his media portfolio. The transaction includes Vox’s news site and popular podcasts, while CEO Jim Bankoff will continue to lead operations under Lupa Systems.

Taiwan’s President William Lai Ching-te has expressed readiness to speak with US President Donald Trump, marking a potential shift in diplomatic protocol not seen since 1979. Lai reaffirmed Taiwan’s commitment to regional stability while addressing ongoing concerns related to China’s claims over the island.

King Charles experienced an unexpected moment during his visit to Newcastle, Northern Ireland, when a seagull’s droppings landed on his suit jacket. The King joked about the incident while greeting onlookers, sharing with them that it was fortunate it didn’t land on his head.

A Christian charity in Slough, the Mountain of Fire and Miracles Daniel Centre Church, has faced criticism for linking homosexuality to paedophilia and bestiality in recent sermons. The organisation, registered as a charity, is being scrutinised for promoting controversial views that some argue contradict its obligation to ensure public benefit.

Sussex Police have officially identified three women whose bodies were recovered from the sea near Brighton beach on 13 May. The sisters, Jane Adetoro, 36, Christina Walter, 32, and Rebecca Walter, 31, are believed to have entered the water close to their recovery location.

Kenya’s nationwide transport strike is suspended for one week following mass protests over rising fuel prices, which have surged amid geopolitical tensions. Interior Minister Kipchumba Murkomen announced the pause for negotiations after four deaths and over 700 arrests were reported during the unrest.