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Operation Sindoor: China admits it provided support to Pakistan last year

China has for the first time publicly acknowledged providing on-ground technical assistance to Pakistan during India's Operation Sindoor last year. Chinese engineers from AVIC's Chengdu Aircraft Design and Research Institute were involved in ensuring Pakistani aircraft operated at full combat capability. This marks the first official indication of direct Chinese personnel involvement in supporting Pakistani military operations during the conflict.

Hindutva mascot, ex-TMC insider: 5 reasons why BJP chose Suvendu Adhikari as Bengal CM

Suvendu Adhikari emerged as the BJP's choice for West Bengal Chief Minister after years of being the party's strongest anti-Mamata Banerjee face. His victories, including defeating Banerjee in her stronghold, solidified his position. Adhikari's insider knowledge of the TMC and ability to consolidate Hindu votes made him the natural leader for the BJP's first government in the state.

US military says over 70 ships blocked from entering or leaving Iranian ports

US Central Command (CENTCOM) said more than 70 vessels are currently being prevented from entering or leaving Iranian ports as part of an ongoing US-led maritime blockade.In a post on X, CENTCOM said: “There are currently more than 70 tankers that US forces are preventing from entering or leaving Iranian ports,” adding that the ships have the capacity to carry over 166 million barrels of Iranian oil, valued at more than $13 billion.Get updated faster and for FREE: Download the Gulf News app now ...

Ukraine openly acknowledged support for militants in Sahel — Mali’s foreign minister

Mali’s Foreign Minister Abdoulaye Diop also said militants are waging a "hybrid war" against the Sahel States Confederation

Iran ceasefire on brink as intelligence suggests Tehran can continue fighting for months

Iran answer expected today on latest Middle East peace talks amid major alarm over the current ceasefire being on the brink and chilling warnings that Tehran can fight on for months

Ukraine apologizes to the Baltic States, Finland for drone crashes

Specialized agencies are working closely to minimize the risks of such incidents happening again, Andrey Sibiga said

Lib Dem Liam McArthur first MSP returned – winning with record vote share

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North Korean leader inspects production of new artillery systems

According to the report, the head of state was briefed on the progress of production plans for the first half of the year, focusing on the production of three divisional artillery systems intended for troops on the southern border

AI, Democracy And The Politics Of The Kitchen Table

InnovationAIAI, Democracy And The Politics Of The Kitchen TableByPaulo Carvão,Contributor.Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Paulo Carvão is a Senior Fellow at HarvardFollow AuthorMay 08, 2026, 09:08am EDT--:-- / --:--This voice experience is generated by AI. Learn more.This voice experience is generated by AI. Learn more.Senator Bernie Sanders during a panel discussion on AI in Washington, DC, US, on Wednesday, April 29, 2026. The panel is titled "AI: The...

DAN HODGES: Only one issue now unites each area of our divided kingdom: A deep, abiding, visceral hatred for Keir Starmer. If Labour MPs don't act, there will be only one outcome…

DAN HODGES: Only one issue now unites each area of our divided kingdom: A deep, abiding, visceral hatred for Keir Starmer. If Labour MPs don’t act, there will be only one outcome…By DAN HODGES, DAILY MAIL COLUMNIST Published: 09:58, 8 May 2026 | Updated: 14:07, 8 May 2026 e-mail 743 View comments

Major escalation in Strait of Hormuz as U.S. and Iran trade attacks

The U.S. and Iran traded attacks in the strait of Hormuz, but the Trump administration insists the ceasefire remains. CBS News' Aaron Navarro reports, and retired U.S. Marine Corps. Col. Ray Gerber joins with more insight.

Several countries are attempting to obstruct the Immortal Regiment marches — Russian MFA

In several nations, being a descendant of those who defeated Nazism and expressing affiliation with the Russian World can often be fraught with difficulties, and in some cases, even criminal penalties, Gennady Ovechko said

Steve Hilton: British strategist becomes unlikely frontrunner for California governor

Former David Cameron adviser says a vote for him will make California ‘Califordable’ – not everyone is convinced He “knows how to wind people up like Trump”, according to friends, and made his name in the UK with zany policy ideas including making the country sunnier using state-owned cloud busters.Now the controversial strategist Steve Hilton, named the “pint-sized Rasputin” of Conservative politics, has become an unlikely frontrunner in the primary race for California governor. Continue readin...

Starmer vows to fight on as Farage’s Reform make major election gains

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American doctor reveals hell aboard rat virus ship as top lawmaker calls for him and 17 other US citizens on board to be flown home immediately

American doctor reveals hell aboard rat virus ship as top lawmaker calls for him and 17 other US citizens on board to be flown home immediatelyBy WILL POTTER, US SENIOR NEWS REPORTER Published: 13:54, 8 May 2026 | Updated: 13:58, 8 May 2026 e-mail View comments

Nigel Farage dodges questions on £5m gift from crypto billionaire

Reform leader irritated when asked about money from Christopher Harborne on day of party’s election gainsElection 2026 live: latest news updatesNigel Farage has repeatedly refused to answer questions about a personal gift of £5m he received from the billionaire Christopher Harborne, as the Reform UK leader sought on Friday to focus attention on the party’s election gains.Farage was clearly irritated when asked on a number of occasions on Friday about the money, which the Guardian revealed he had...

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JUI-F holds second round of protests over killing of Maulana Idrees

PESHAWAR: The Jamiat Ulema-i-Islam-Fazl (JUI-F) on Friday held a second round of protest rallies across Khyber Pakhtunkhwa against the killing of prominent cleric Maulana Muhammad Idrees, according to a statement released by the party’s media cell. On Tuesday, JUI-F Chief Maulana Fazlur Rehman announced that the party would hold two rounds of protest rallies — on Wednesday and Friday — against the “martyrdom” of the cleric. The party had also staged demonstrations on Wednesday. “On the appeal of...

Kemi Badenoch insists ‘the country needs us’ as she declares Tories ‘coming back’ despite Reform gains

Kemi Badenoch has insisted the “country needs us” and the Conservatives are “coming back” as local election results continue to roll in. Speaking to supporters, the Tory leader set out her ambitions despite Nigel Farage’s Reform UK surging nationwide.“The Conservatives have to come back because my goodness, this country needs us,” Mrs Badenoch began. “We need people to know that hope is coming.” TRENDING Stories Videos Your Say Taking aim at her opponents, the Tory leader said: “We have to...

Amit Shah takes a dig at Mamata Banerjee, says Suvendu da ghar mein aake haraya

Amit Shah takes a dig at Mamata Banerjee says Suvendu da ghar mein aake haraya