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The U.S. conducted strikes on Iran following President Trump's assertion that Iranian attacks on ships in the Strait of Hormuz ended the ceasefire. The strikes targeted Iranian sites to degrade their ability to threaten navigation, with explosions reported in Bandar Abbas and Sirik. Trump later indicated the strikes would not escalate into long-term military action but warned of potential further retaliation.

Rescuers in Kerala, India, are searching for five missing people after a landslide caused by heavy monsoon rains killed three workers and injured seven near a tunnel construction site. Kerala’s home minister claims the disaster was man-made due to unscientific earth dumping, while the construction company denies responsibility, citing the landslide’s origin above the work site.

Hussein Hamza is rescuing and caring for abandoned pets and farm animals in Kfaroue, southern Lebanon, as the Israel-Hezbollah war forces residents to flee or be killed. The AP has curated a photo gallery documenting these animal rescues.

A strong aftershock struck Venezuela's Caribbean coast near Caraballeda, following last week’s devastating earthquakes, as rescue workers and civilians search for survivors in collapsed buildings. The 7:01 a.m. local time tremor occurred 27 kilometers north of Caraballeda.

Cristiano Ronaldo became the first player to score in six World Cup tournaments by scoring two goals in Portugal's 5-0 victory over Uzbekistan. The 41-year-old achieved this milestone in the 2026 World Cup, extending his international goal record to 10 and becoming Portugal's all-time scoring leader at the tournament.

John Alite, a former mob hitman and current councilman in Englishtown, New Jersey, was arrested on charges including extortion and loansharking. Authorities found weapons in his home and allege he used threats of violence to collect debts through his corporation, Straightened-Out Entertainment Inc.

Vance participates in US-Iran talks in Switzerland, stating the Middle East is at a turning point where it can either 'turn over a new leaf' or return to the 'old way.'

Los Angeles Dodgers catcher Will Smith remains on the injured list due to a neck injury, delaying his return beyond the initial expected timeline. Manager Dave Roberts stated Smith may not travel with the team on its upcoming road trip and is undergoing medical treatment to manage the injury. Smith continues to participate in baseball activities but has not fully recovered.

At least 9 people are dead and 25 injured after a train and bus collided in Zimbabwe. The incident occurred in Harare, according to authorities cited in the report.

A UFC event is being held on the White House’s South Lawn to celebrate President Donald Trump’s 80th birthday and the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence. Fights are scheduled for Sunday night, with additional activities planned throughout the weekend.

Kuwait's air defense systems are firing following Iran's threat to retaliate against US strikes. The article reports that Kuwait has taken this defensive measure in response to Iran's warning.

A Philippine official reported 17 deaths caused primarily by an earthquake-triggered landslide, increasing the total death toll to 32. The incident is linked to a landslide triggered by an earthquake.

Israel claims to have struck central and western Iran following missile fire, while Tehran reports explosions heard in several cities. The incident involves military actions and unconfirmed casualty reports.

Australia's Department of Climate Change, Energy, Environment and Water seized 100,000 illegal Madagascar hissing and dubia cockroaches from a Bathurst breeder in a record bug bust. The cockroaches, worth $142,000, were confiscated as they are illegal to import, keep, or sell in Australia due to biosecurity risks. Officials stated the insects would be euthanized.

Peru faces a surge in crime, including extortion and killings, ahead of its presidential runoff. Small businesses and residents report increased vulnerability, with organized crime linked to illegal mining and underfunded law enforcement exacerbating the crisis.

A bus driver, Jing S Dong, has been charged with two counts of involuntary manslaughter after a crash in Virginia that killed five people and injured over 40 others. Additional charges are likely, according to Virginia state police.

The winning numbers for Saturday’s Powerball drawing were 01-27-35-44-52, with a Powerball of 12 and a Power Play multiplier of 2. The estimated jackpot was $170 million, and results can be viewed at Jackpot.com.

An AP review found an unprecedented number of suicide deaths among ICE detainees, with critics blaming failures in Trump’s immigration crackdown. Brayan Rayo Garzon, detained in Missouri, was isolated and denied mental health treatment before his death.

A key inflation gauge rose to 3.8% in April 2026, the highest in three years, driven by spiking gas and food prices. Core inflation hit 3.3%, with incomes falling slightly after adjusting for inflation, potentially complicating the Federal Reserve's interest rate decisions.

Pope Leo XIV issues his first encyclical 'Magnifica Humanitas,' warning about the risks of artificial intelligence and advocating for regulation, while quoting from J.R.R. Tolkien's 'The Lord of the Rings.'

Russian forces used the hypersonic Oreshnik missile in a large-scale attack on Kyiv, marking its third deployment in Ukraine. The assault, involving 600 drones and 90 missiles, caused significant damage, with at least two fatalities and 56 injuries reported.

A bombing near a railway track in Quetta, Pakistan, injured dozens as a train passed by. Security forces responded to the scene, with the incident captured in a photo credited to AP.

An Indiana senator who defied Trump over redistricting has lost their reelection bid, according to AP projections. The senator was one of seven endorsed by Trump against challengers. This loss may impact Trump's influence in future elections.

South Korean appeals court sentenced former President Yoon Suk Yeol to seven years in prison for resisting arrest and bypassing a legitimate Cabinet meeting before declaring martial law in December 2024. The conviction adds to his existing life sentence for rebellion, as the court found him guilty of obstructing justice and violating cabinet members' rights by convening an incomplete meeting.

President Trump briefly cooperated with the media after a shooting at the White House Correspondents' Dinner but quickly resumed attacks on Democrats and the press, dismissing concerns about political violence and accusing opponents of dangerous rhetoric. He defended himself against accusations in the shooter's manifesto, calling the media a disgrace for reading it.

Inflation surged to 3.3% in March 2026, the largest annual increase in four years, driven by a 20% spike in gas prices linked to the Iran war. Core inflation rose to 2.6%, exceeding the Federal Reserve's 2% target and prompting concerns about delayed interest rate cuts.