Over 1.2 million people in Lebanon are projected to face acute hunger this year, exacerbated by ongoing conflict and economic pressures, according to a UN-backed report from the FAO and WFP. This marks a drastic rise in food insecurity since the war escalated in March.

Loud music from parade floats damaged several antiques at the Chaiyaphum Ancient Textile Museum in Thailand. Owner Dr Komkrich Ritkhachorn reported that the noise from around 100 trucks caused severe damage during the Bai Sri Boon celebration. Inspectors visited on April 24 to assess the situation.

Anant Ambani, son of Mukesh Ambani, plans to adopt Pablo Escobar’s invasive hippos to prevent culling. With an estimated £70 billion fortune, he aims to relocate the animals to his animal centre. The initiative is contingent on Colombia’s approval for humane intervention.

The ongoing US-Israel conflict with Iran is intensifying economic and political tensions in the UK. Consumer confidence has hit a two-year low, with rising food and fuel costs predicted, while the government warns of an eight-month fallout. Public unrest concerns are also increasing amid fears of prolonged economic instability.

Richard Carl Skrinjar, a convicted paedophile, has been arrested in Thailand after breaching reporting conditions by sailing for five months to meet his girlfriend. Following a tip-off from Queensland police, authorities raided his home in Khon Kaen. He has been remanded to face charges.

An Iranian hacking group, Handala Hack Team, has leaked personal details of 2,379 US Marines in the Persian Gulf, threatening their lives and families. They have warned of impending attacks using drones and missiles. The group plans to release more information shortly.