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In Asia

Mongolia’s president reaffirmed support for China’s one-China policy and said Tibet and Xinjiang are domestic Chinese matters. In South Korea, lawmakers are weighing a bill that would expand self-defense protections for people confronting violent intruders at home, while the defense minister may also propose a target year for transferring wartime operational control and push ahead with plans for a nuclear-powered submarine.

Elsewhere in the region, North Korea said its nuclear status is permanent and warned of military countermeasures if pressure on denuclearization continues. China’s record 12.7 million college graduates are also heading into a weak job market, with fewer entry-level openings and more young people drifting into temporary work. A classic debut for the workforce, minus the part where anyone seems ready for it.

In energy and shipping

Energy experts say oil and gasoline supplies could take months to stabilize even after Sunday’s agreement to end the Iran war and reopen the Strait of Hormuz. The expected relief at the pump may arrive later than the headline.

Separately, an Indian national was detained by the U.K.’s National Crime Agency on suspicion of sanctions offences after the seizure of a Russian oil tanker in the Channel.

In business

Hyosung is setting up a local U.S. production base for extra-high-voltage circuit breakers as it expands its foothold in the American power equipment market.

In the United States

Authorities in Missouri say 12 people were killed when a plane carrying skydivers crashed shortly after takeoff from Butler Memorial Airport. Officials said the aircraft went down in a field around 11:30 a.m. Sunday, about 60 miles outside Kansas City.

Sports

The Carolina Hurricanes won the Stanley Cup, shutting out the Vegas Golden Knights 3-0 in Game 6 to take the series 4-2 and claim their first title in 20 years. Brandon Bussi stopped 22 shots for a shutout in his first career playoff start, and Carolina closed the final with three straight wins. Jackson Blake scored and added an assist, Taylor Hall scored early, and Nikolaj Ehlers sealed it with an empty-net goal.

In the Middle East

President Donald Trump says the U.S. and Iran have agreed to a ceasefire, and both sides are now describing it as a peace deal after nearly four months of fighting. Pakistani negotiators say the formal signing is due later this week in Switzerland. Markets and diplomats will be watching that closely.

In U.S. news

Three Philadelphia police officers were shot in Wynnefield, and the suspect was killed. Authorities say the man who died was a retired firefighter. It is a serious and still-developing case, with officers injured and investigators sorting through what happened.

In business

About six million American business owners are expected to retire between now and 2035, and many are choosing to sell to their employees. It is becoming a notable succession strategy for small and midsize firms, as owners look for an exit that keeps the business intact and the staff in place.

On household bills

Millions of people on benefits could qualify for lower water, broadband, and phone bills through social tariffs. The discounts are meant to cut essential costs for eligible customers.

In tech policy

A new poll for the Institute for Public Policy Research found strong support for restricting social media access for under-16s. Around eight in 10 respondents backed either a ban for children or tighter rules that would remove inappropriate features and content.

Separately, the U.S. suspension of foreign access to Anthropic’s AI models is deepening European fears about dependence on American technology. European leaders are pushing for their own frontier AI systems and broader digital independence, a conversation expected to come up at the G7 in France.

In Ukraine and Europe

Ukraine’s defense industry is gaining clout as NATO looks for its battlefield-tested expertise. A German arms company is in talks to build Ukraine’s Flamingo cruise missile, while Kyiv is also supplying drones, air missiles, and drone interceptors to partners. Berlin is looking for alternatives to U.S.-made Tomahawks, and Washington plans to reduce some aircraft and warships available for NATO operations in Europe.

In sports

The New York Knicks beat the San Antonio Spurs in five games to win the NBA title, ending a 53-year championship drought. That will keep New York loud for a while, which is not exactly a surprise.

In Washington

Sen. Mark Warner said Jay Clayton has the right temperament to serve as director of national intelligence, while concerns continue around Bill Pulte’s temporary appointment. In the same city, the White House South Lawn is being readied for UFC Freedom 250 on Sunday, with about 5,000 people expected. The capital keeps finding new ways to host government and spectacle in the same zip code.

In the Middle East

Trump said Israeli strikes on Beirut were unjustified and said they threatened the Iran deal he says is close to being signed. In a separate development, Israel hosted Somaliland’s president in Jerusalem after recognizing Somaliland as an independent state, a move that signals another step in Israel’s regional diplomacy.

In Missouri

A plane carrying skydivers crashed shortly after takeoff after failing to gain altitude, killing 12 people, according to authorities. Local responders said some of the passengers were skydiving.

In Brazil

Two helicopters collided over Rio de Janeiro on Sunday, killing six people, including two pilots and four passengers. Reports also said California-born singer and producer Oliver Tree Nickell died in the crash.

In California

Joseph Ashley Garcia was sentenced to life in prison without parole for the 2022 killing of his father in Lompoc. Prosecutors said he poured tiki torch oil on the elder Garcia and set him on fire while he was holding his dog.

In sports

Lewis Hamilton’s win in Barcelona offered a needed lift after a rough first season at Ferrari, one that had left him and others openly questioning where things were headed. Germany also opened its World Cup campaign with a 7-1 win over debutant Curaçao, while Livano Comenencia scored Curaçao’s first ever World Cup goal in the loss.

In Palestine

Palestinian football remains in limbo as the suspended national league drags on, leaving a generation of players with no clear timetable for a return. Years of development have already been lost, and the uncertainty is doing the rest.

In U.S. courts and crime

Two long-running murder cases moved forward, both with deeply grim details. In Texas, Taylor Parker remains on death row for the killing of a pregnant friend and the theft of her baby, a case prosecutors say followed months of deception. In Maine, Joshua Smith pleaded guilty to murdering his 10-year-old son, Braxtyn, after years of abuse at home. The child’s mother and grandmother have also pleaded guilty in the case.

In U.S. politics

Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin said ICE would only be deployed to polling places during the midterms if a real threat emerges. That was his attempt to narrow comments he made earlier, after being pressed on whether he would rule out agents at the polls. Election-season reassurance, Washington’s cheapest product.

In Europe

In Albania, protests against a tourism investment tied to Donald Trump’s son-in-law have stretched into a second week, with Prime Minister Edi Rama standing by the project and saying he will not back down. In Switzerland, voters rejected a proposal to cap the population at 10 million and restrict immigration, keeping the measure off the books for now.

In the Middle East

Tensions rose after Israel struck Beirut’s southern suburbs in response to Hezbollah fire into Israeli territory, with explosions heard in the city and Iran warning the strikes would not go unanswered. President Trump said Israel should not have attacked Beirut and urged against more retaliation before any peace deal is signed, while also saying a deal could still be close.

In the UK

Keir Starmer is expected to announce tougher online restrictions for under-16s, including limits on major social media apps such as TikTok, Instagram and X. The plan would also curb chat features on gaming apps and add late-night scrolling limits for older teenagers.

In business

Elon Musk’s wealth surged past the trillion-dollar mark after SpaceX began trading on Nasdaq, according to the figures cited, pushing his net worth above $1.1 trillion. Bernie Sanders promptly used the moment to argue that wealth and power are concentrating even further.

In motorsport

Lewis Hamilton won the Barcelona-Catalunya Grand Prix to claim his first victory for Ferrari, ending a 40-race drought with the team. George Russell finished second, Lando Norris was third, and championship leader Kimi Antonelli retired after briefly fighting for second. Charles Leclerc also dropped out late with a technical issue.

In U.S. news

Three Philadelphia police officers were shot in Wynnefield, and the suspect was killed in the exchange. Sources said the man who died was a retired firefighter. Police are still working through what led up to the shooting.

In New York, Zohran Mamdani is backing candidates in several local races, including Brad Lander against Representative Dan Goldman, in a move aimed at building influence in the state and congressional delegation.

In the Middle East

Israel struck the southern suburbs of Beirut, saying it hit Hezbollah infrastructure. Separately, Pakistan said a deal to end the war in Iran was closer than ever, and President Trump said it could be signed Sunday, while Tehran said it needed more time. The timeline remains aspirational.

In Britain

HMRC has been overcharging millions of pensioners on income tax for at least ten months, with as many as 8.7 million people potentially affected. The error stems from using the wrong state pension figure after the annual uprating, and refunds are not being issued automatically, so people have to contact the department themselves.

Former Army chief Lord Richard Dannatt warned that seizing a shadow fleet tanker in the Channel could prompt Russia to escort similar ships with warships. Shadow Defence Secretary James Cartlidge also attacked the government over defence leadership and funding, saying the episode underlined how stretched Britain’s military planning has become.

In business and media

The Justice Department says it will not challenge Paramount Skydance’s $111 billion merger with Warner Bros. Discovery, clearing one of the last big hurdles to the deal. If it closes, David Ellison would end up with a very large media estate, including two film studios, two streaming services, CBS News, and CNN.

In a separate tech and defence update, U.S. Navy personnel can now use portable DNA sequencers in the field to identify pathogens in under 30 minutes, including in desert exercises, Arctic camps, and at sea. The equipment is also meant to help spot unknown or potentially engineered biological threats.

In the English Channel

British forces have boarded a sanctioned Russian oil tanker in what the government says was the first UK-led operation of its kind. Royal Marine Commandos and National Crime Agency officers spent six hours on the vessel, the SMYRTOS, with support from helicopters, an RAF P-8 aircraft, and Royal Navy ships. The tanker is now being held off the south coast while investigators continue their work. London says the move is aimed at Russia’s shadow fleet and the oil revenue feeding the war in Ukraine.

In sports

The New York Knicks have won their first NBA championship since 1973, beating the San Antonio Spurs 94-90. New York has waited a while for this one, and the parade planning can probably begin before the confetti settles.

In Britain

Resident doctors in England have called off a planned four-day strike after ministers put forward a new pay offer. The deal includes an average 6.6 percent rise by next April, faster progression through pay scales, help with exam fees, and 4,500 extra training posts. It still has to be voted on by BMA members, and some disruption may remain while senior doctors keep their own options open.

Separately, Home Office records show 159 kebab shops have been licensed to sponsor overseas workers under the skilled worker visa scheme. Critics say the system is being stretched well beyond its original purpose, while ministers insist the rules have been tightened. The modern British economy, as ever, contains multitudes.

In the U.S.

Washington, D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser has restored a limited curfew for minors for another two weeks. The measure sets an 11 p.m. citywide curfew for those under 18, with an 8 p.m. curfew in designated zones, in an effort to cut disorder and underage crime.

In education circles, a cluster of controversies is drawing backlash, from a Rhode Island teacher honored in a yearbook after calling Charlie Kirk “garbage,” to a Washington school removing testosterone vials from a Pride display, to a Las Vegas father saying his son was punished over pro-ICE stickers. A New York university is also under Justice Department investigation over its “Black Male Initiative.”

In Texas, the judge who oversaw Karmelo Anthony’s murder trial defended his decision to bar cameras and livestreaming from the courtroom, saying it was necessary to protect a fair trial and reduce outside pressure on the jury.

In science and space

Chinese researchers say NASA’s planned lunar landing system has a serious design weakness because it relies on a single main engine for both descent and ascent, leaving no backup if that engine fails. They contrast that with a Chinese lander concept that uses four variable-thrust engines and a lighter tank design to preserve redundancy without overrunning mass limits.

In U.S. politics and tech

President Trump said he will appoint one of his personal lawyers as U.S. attorney for the Southern District of New York, a move that puts a close ally at the top of the federal prosecutor’s office in Manhattan. A federal judge also ordered the administration to restore slavery-related material at Philadelphia’s President’s House site after changes made under an executive order. And in a separate tech decision, the White House blocked foreign access to Anthropic’s most capable AI models after Amazon raised security concerns about possible cyber abuse.

In Britain

Nigel Farage set out a plan to require foreign nationals in council housing to move into private rented homes within three months or face deportation, with Reform UK arguing that British nationals should be prioritized for social housing. The proposal includes exemptions for some vulnerable groups and different rules for dual nationals. The government said illegal migrants, asylum seekers and people on student or work visas are already barred from social housing, and that most councils already use local connection rules.

Separately, the UK and Japan are set to sign an £18 billion investment package when Prime Minister Keir Starmer hosts Sanae Takaichi in London. Ministers say the deal will support tens of thousands of jobs.

In Europe

In Norway, Marius Borg Høiby is due to appear by video link as the country waits for a verdict in his rape trial, which includes 40 charges and four counts of rape. And in Russia, some families are using AI tools to recreate relatives killed in the war in Ukraine, a grim intersection of grief, conflict and very modern technology.

In the Middle East

Trump said an Iran nuclear deal is “scheduled to be signed” on Sunday and used the announcement to attack the Obama-era agreement, framing the new deal as a way to stop Iran from getting a nuclear weapon.

Obituaries

Gene Shalit, the longtime NBC film critic who spent four decades reviewing movies on Today before retiring in 2010, has died at 100.

In international politics

South Korea held trilateral talks in Tokyo with U.S. and Japanese officials on North Korea, while Ukraine said it will keep targeting Russian energy infrastructure after an attack on the Tamanneftegaz terminal sparked fires.

In the Middle East

Donald Trump said a U.S.-Iran peace deal could be signed on Sunday and reopen the Strait of Hormuz, but Iran disputed that timeline.

Separately, Jewish diaspora communities are pushing back against the idea that Israel can speak for them, after far-right minister Bezalel Smotrich appeared at an Israel Day parade.

In U.S. courts and politics

Trump’s lawyers are asking a federal judge in Florida to stop probing the mechanics of the $1.776 billion “anti-weaponization fund” settlement, arguing the former judges challenging it lack standing and that the court cannot reopen the case. The judge had already signaled there may have been serious misconduct in how the matter was handled.

New York is also weighing a first-of-its-kind bill that would require home and business 3D printers to include technology designed to block gun production.

In Hungary

Viktor Orban was re-elected as leader of Fidesz after the party’s April defeat. He ran unopposed and said he took full responsibility for the loss.

In sports and health

Emma Raducanu won twice in one day to reach the Queen’s final, easing fitness concerns after slipping earlier in the day and then returning five hours later to beat Iva Jovic 6-2, 6-2. She now faces Donna Vekic.

In rugby, Ireland fly-half Jack Crowley has been diagnosed with a rare blood vessel problem in his leg, leaving his availability for the early part of the summer Nations Championship uncertain.

And in medical research, a large real-world analysis presented in Chicago found that adults with type 2 diabetes using GLP-1 receptor agonists had lower risks of major diabetic foot complications than those using SGLT2 inhibitors.

In the UK

An 18-year-old man and a 17-year-old boy have been arrested after a teenage girl was critically injured in a loading vehicle incident in Southend-on-Sea, Essex. Police were called to the Chalkwell Park area shortly after 12:30 a.m. on Saturday.

In Washington

A federal judge has ruled that the Trump-backed effort to put President Trump’s name on the Kennedy Center was unlawful and needed congressional approval, and workers are now removing the signage. Separately, a Bloomberg report says some claims from people alleging unfair treatment by the Biden administration or other Trump targets are still moving through an older congressional compensation process, outside the new fund fight now getting all the attention.

In consumer safety

Ford, Chrysler, and Kia have recalled more than 830,000 vehicles over safety defects and fire risks. Ford is recalling about 550,000 Expeditions for a center console issue that can leave sharp edges, and 255,000 Focus models over a possible stall risk. Chrysler is recalling 17,277 Pacifica plug-in hybrids over a rare battery fire risk, and Kia is recalling more than 6,000 Telluride models over a seat belt problem.

In tech

Anthropic has cut off foreign users from its newest AI models after the Trump administration put the technology under export controls. The company says it had to block access broadly to comply, while its other Claude models remain available. Microsoft, meanwhile, is reportedly weighing an Xbox restructuring while pushing faster development on Halo, Fallout, and Elder Scrolls.

In South Asia diplomacy

Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif says a U.S.-Iran peace deal could be finalized within 24 hours, with Pakistan acting as a mediator. He said the two sides are closer to agreement than they have been at any point in the talks.

In Thailand

Mourners lined the streets of Bangkok as Princess Bajrakitiyabha’s funeral procession reached the Grand Palace. The princess had been in hospital since collapsing during dog training in 2022 and died this week after nearly four years in a coma.

In Venezuela

President Trump and Venezuelan officials say an alleged Tren de Aragua leader, Guerrero Flores, was killed in a joint strike in Venezuela. The details are still thin, which is never an encouraging sign when everyone is already declaring victory.