‘Thank goodness he’s finally gone’: Trump hails end of Stephen Colbert show
The programme concluded a decade-long run after being axed by broadcaster CBS. Read More
Turkey political crisis simmers as opposition vows to resist court ruling
ANKARA, May 22 – Turkey’s political opposition dug in on Friday to resist an unprecedented court ruling that ousted its leader and annulled its congress, inflaming a political crisis that…
‘At least it didn’t land on my head’: King Charles laughs off bird poop incident during Ulster visit
The monarch reportedly declined a quick wardrobe change. Read More
Iran condemns ‘illegal’ US sanctions on Lebanon ambassador-designate
The United States on May 21 imposed sanctions on Hezbollah-linked individuals. Read More
Italy’s ‘Slow Food’ founder Carlo Petrini dies at 76
ROME, May 22 – Carlo Petrini, founder of the Italian “Slow Food” movement that promotes quality food, genuine ingredients and local produce, has died at the age of 76. Read…
Investigation into King Charles’ brother Andrew will be lengthy, UK police say
LONDON, May 22 – The British police investigation into Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor will be long and complex, senior officers said on Friday, after his arrest earlier this year on suspicion of…
Israeli strike kills 2 in south Lebanon: Military
Israel said the two people were armed and “moving in a suspicious manner”. Read More
‘Dread’: Coral scientists fear bleaching El Nino could bring
El Nino shifts normal weather patterns on land, bringing drought to some areas and heavy rains elsewhere. Read More
Russia downs drones headed for Moscow, nearby Yaroslavl region, local authorities say
TOKYO, May 22 – Russian defence systems were working to repel drone attacks over Moscow and the nearby Yaroslavl region in the early hours of the morning on Friday, local…
US lawmakers propose making daylight saving time permanent, again
The law would allow states to opt out. Read More