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Italian police arrested 35 members of the Sicilian Cosa Nostra mafia in Niscemi on April 22. This significant operation targeted individuals involved in drug trafficking and an illegal waste scheme. Authorities continue to investigate further developments in the case.
Great white sharks are at risk of overheating as oceans warm, according to a study from Trinity College Dublin. These predators face increased energy demands, making it difficult to hunt in temperatures above 17°C. Understanding these effects is crucial for future marine ecosystem predictions.
Nasa’s Curiosity rover detected organic molecules on Mars, raising questions about potential life. Found in Gale crater, these 21 compounds, including those linked to life’s building blocks, persist despite harsh conditions. Further analysis will follow with the Rosalind Franklin mission in 2028.
Israel has permitted five UN lorries carrying food, including baby supplies, into Gaza — the first aid delivery in 11 weeks. Prime Minister Netanyahu said the decision followed pressure from US senators concerned about a looming famine.
Nicusor Dan, an unexpected winner, claimed the Romanian presidency with approximately 54% of the vote, marking a rejection of far-right candidate George Simion, who received 46%.
In a dramatic turnaround at the Emilia-Romagna Grand Prix, Max Verstappen showcased Red Bull’s superiority over McLaren, finishing first while Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri struggled to match his pace.
Port-au-Prince is predominantly under gang control, with an estimated 90% of the area occupied, leaving residents vulnerable to violence and displacement.
Portugal’s centre-right Democratic Alliance coalition retains power with nearly a third of the vote, amidst a significant rise of the far-right Chega party, now joint second with the Socialists.
The Nampo agricultural fair in Bothaville, South Africa, hosted thousands of farmers, including Afrikaners, ahead of a meeting between South African President Cyril Ramaphosa and U.S. President Donald Trump, where refugee status for Afrikaners was a key issue.
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