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Red tide warning up in 2 Pangasinan towns
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Red tide warning up in 2 Pangasinan towns

BOLINAO, Pangasinan – The coastal waters of the island town of Anda and this town in Pangasinan province remain positive for red tide toxin (paralytic shellfish poison), and shellfish here are not…

Samsung Profits Soar on AI Chip Demand, Supply Shortage Looms
Businessbloombergwsjcnbc+12berlingskeSCMPder-standardpolitikenobservadorhotnewsjapan-timesKorea Herald+4 more53m ago15 sources

Samsung Profits Soar on AI Chip Demand, Supply Shortage Looms

Samsung Electronics reported a massive jump in first-quarter profits, driven by surging global demand for AI chips. Other tech companies like SK Hynix and Murata also saw strong results, with industry leaders warning of a worsening supply shortage for memory chips by 2027.

Imran Khan's Lawyer Seeks Release on Humanitarian Grounds
PoliticsDawn1h ago

Imran Khan's Lawyer Seeks Release on Humanitarian Grounds

Counsel for former Pakistani Prime Minister Imran Khan urged the Islamabad High Court to consider his client’s release on humanitarian and compassionate grounds, citing prolonged solitary confinement and an eye infection during appeals in a graft reference.

Stellantis Returns to Profit in Q1 2026 on Strong Sales
Businessbloombergle-figaron1-serbia+1ANSA1h ago4 sources

Stellantis Returns to Profit in Q1 2026 on Strong Sales

Automotive giant Stellantis reported a return to net profit in the first quarter of 2026, driven by robust sales, particularly for its Jeep and Ram brands. The company's sales increased by 6% during this period, moving it back into the black.

Myanmar Commutes Aung San Suu Kyi's Sentence for Second Time
PoliticsAl Jazeerayle-uutisetindex-hr+2channel-news-asiaRappler1h ago5 sources

Myanmar Commutes Aung San Suu Kyi's Sentence for Second Time

Myanmar's former leader Aung San Suu Kyi has had her prison sentence reduced for the second time in two weeks. Her lawyer confirmed the latest reduction, which was part of a broader blanket prison term reduction.

UAE's Reported OPEC Exit Sparks Global Energy Market Debate
Politicsindian-expressDawnzerohedge1h ago3 sources

UAE's Reported OPEC Exit Sparks Global Energy Market Debate

Reports indicate the United Arab Emirates is exiting or considering an exit from OPEC, leading to widespread speculation about the future of the oil cartel and its potential effects on global energy prices and international relations.

Philippines Prepares for El Niño Onslaught
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Philippines Prepares for El Niño Onslaught

Local government units in the Soccsksargen region of the Philippines have been warned by the Office of Civil Defense to brace for a possible "super" El Niño phenomenon expected to hit the country starting June.

NTF-Elcac Respects Proposed House Inquiry into Toboso Clash
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NTF-Elcac Respects Proposed House Inquiry into Toboso Clash

A ranking official of the National Task Force to End Local Communist Armed Conflict (NTF-Elcac) stated the body respects the proposed House inquiry into the April 19 clash in Toboso, Occidental Mindoro, emphasizing the need to prevent civilians from being drawn into insurgency.

King Carl XVI Gustaf's 80th Birthday Celebrations Underway with Royal Guests
Culturenrkyle-uutisethelsingin-sanomat+7fazaftonbladetberlingskesvenska-dagbladetvgla-vanguardiatmz34m ago10 sources

King Carl XVI Gustaf's 80th Birthday Celebrations Underway with Royal Guests

King Carl XVI Gustaf of Sweden's 80th birthday celebrations are in full swing, with Princess Sofia among the royal guests attending the festivities. The event continues to draw attention to his reign and public perception.

Andhra Pradesh Police Officer Accused of Rape
Worldndtv35m ago

Andhra Pradesh Police Officer Accused of Rape

Senior officials are closely monitoring the investigation into allegations that a police officer in Andhra Pradesh, India, raped a woman who had leased farmland from him, assuring strict and fair action if the claims are proven true.

Iran War Escalation Drives Up Oil Prices, Raises Global Costs
WorldbloombergFrance 24vijesti-me+3naked-capitalismmercopressmyjoyonline43m ago6 sources

Iran War Escalation Drives Up Oil Prices, Raises Global Costs

Escalating tensions and the ongoing war involving Iran have pushed crude oil prices to a four-year high, leading to significant economic costs for the EU and other nations. The conflict's impact is causing global economic concerns and benefiting some oil-producing countries.

Oil Prices Fluctuate Amid US-Iran Standoff and Blockade Warnings
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Oil Prices Fluctuate Amid US-Iran Standoff and Blockade Warnings

Global oil prices surged to multi-year highs, at times exceeding $120 a barrel, driven by escalating tensions between the US and Iran, including threats of blockades and a high-stakes standoff. The market later experienced a significant drop from these record levels.

Rajnath Singh: India Ready for Long War, Halted Op Sindoor on Own Terms
PoliticsTimes of Indiahindustan-timesindian-express+1ndtv1h ago4 sources

Rajnath Singh: India Ready for Long War, Halted Op Sindoor on Own Terms

Indian Defence Minister Rajnath Singh stated that India was prepared for a long war against Pakistan during Operation Sindoor and halted the operation on its own terms, dismissing Pakistan's nuclear bluff. He emphasized India's readiness for conflict and its independent decision-making.

Australian Police Warned of Antisemitic Attack Before Bondi Shooting
PoliticsAPBBCNYT+12FTle-mondeThe Guardiancbcruvle-figaroindex-hrjutarnji-list+4 more1h ago15 sources

Australian Police Warned of Antisemitic Attack Before Bondi Shooting

An inquiry into the Bondi mass shooting has revealed that Australian police were warned by a Jewish organization about a high risk of an antisemitic terror attack less than a week before the incident. The report calls for reviews of counterterrorism measures.

Georgia's GDP Grows 10.7% in March, 9.1% in Q1
Worldcivil-ge1h ago

Georgia's GDP Grows 10.7% in March, 9.1% in Q1

Georgia's real gross domestic product (GDP) increased by 10.7% year-on-year in March 2026, with the average real GDP growth for the first quarter of 2026 standing at 9.1%, according to rapid estimates from the National Statistics Office.

SpiceJet Cancellations Cause Chaos at Mumbai Airport
BusinessTimes of Indiahindustan-timesindian-express2h ago3 sources

SpiceJet Cancellations Cause Chaos at Mumbai Airport

Several SpiceJet flights were cancelled and delayed at Mumbai's T1 terminal, leading to chaos and leaving numerous passengers stranded for hours. The disruptions sparked widespread frustration among travelers.

Christchurch Mosque Shooter Loses Appeal Bid
WorldAPBBCThe Guardian+12Al Jazeeranosle-figaroorfThe Independentindex-hrn1-serbiaDawn+4 more1h ago15 sources

Christchurch Mosque Shooter Loses Appeal Bid

The man responsible for the 2019 Christchurch mosque attacks, which killed 51 people, lost his bid to abandon his guilty pleas and appeal his conviction. A New Zealand court rejected his application, solidifying his life sentence without parole.

Exit Poll Results Released for Key Indian State Elections
PoliticsDWTimes of Indiahindustan-times1h ago3 sources

Exit Poll Results Released for Key Indian State Elections

Exit poll results have been released for several crucial Indian state elections, including West Bengal, Tamil Nadu, Assam, Kerala, and Puducherry. One major pollster, Axis My India, announced it would not release its West Bengal results.

Singapore, Malaysia Expand Cross-Border Taxi Scheme
Businessmalay-mail1h ago

Singapore, Malaysia Expand Cross-Border Taxi Scheme

Singapore and Malaysia are set to expand their cross-border taxi scheme with new rules taking effect on May 4. The changes aim to widen routes, increase options, and boost competition for travelers between the two countries.

Thailand Reaffirms No Changes to Three-Airport Rail Deal
PoliticsBangkok Post1h ago

Thailand Reaffirms No Changes to Three-Airport Rail Deal

Thai Transport Minister Phiphat Ratchakitprakarn has confirmed that the government will not amend the concession agreement for the high-speed rail line connecting three airports, noting a legal pathway exists for the developer to withdraw if unable to proceed.