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Argentina has reported a surge in hantavirus cases, with 101 infections recorded since last June. The outbreak has intensified aboard the MV Hondius cruise ship, with health officials meeting the vessel in Granadilla to repatriate affected British passengers.

Passengers stranded on the MV Hondius due to a hantavirus outbreak have finally disembarked in Tenerife. Among them are 22 British nationals, who will be taken to Arrowe Park Hospital in Merseyside for isolation upon their return. The disembarkation process continues with health checks.

Teresa Jack, a Connecticut woman, is preparing a class action lawsuit against passengers on the MV Hondius for not self-isolating after a hantavirus outbreak. Three deaths have been reported. Supporters have pledged $1 million for the legal fund. Next steps include consultations with authorities.

Fernando Clavijo, President of the Canary Islands, emphasised the need for collaboration following a Spanish court ruling forcing the MV Hondius to dock near Tenerife. He urged responsible action to ensure smooth operations for passengers before they continue their journey.

Brazilian Supreme Court Justice Alexandre de Moraes has suspended a law that could have significantly reduced former President Jair Bolsonaro’s 27-year prison sentence related to a coup plot. This suspension remains in effect until the Court reviews appeals concerning the law’s constitutionality.

Naveed Akram, the prime suspect in the devastating Bondi Beach massacre that resulted in 16 fatalities, is currently detained in Goulburn prison. He awaits trial while reportedly corresponding with a female inmate. Updates on the case will follow as it progresses.

Niger has suspended nine French media outlets, including France 24 and AFP, citing threats to public order and national unity. The immediate ban affects all broadcasting platforms and comes ahead of a significant France-Africa summit, with anti-French sentiment escalating amid ongoing military rule in the region.

Over 100 passengers have contracted norovirus on the Caribbean Princess. The outbreak, affecting 102 passengers and 13 crew, has prompted increased sanitation measures as the ship heads to Puerto Plata. Authorities have been informed, and extensive cleaning will occur upon arrival in Port Canaveral on May 11.

Fernando Clavijo, President of the Canary Islands, urges collaboration following the Spanish court’s decision allowing MV Hondius to dock near Tenerife. He emphasised the need for responsible action to minimise passenger time on the islands. The focus now shifts to ensuring smooth operations.

DOWNSIZED PARADE
Russia holds a scaled-back Victory Day parade this morning, marking a major shift amid ongoing military tensions.
The event follows a temporary ceasefire agreement.