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Australians stranded in New Caledonia 'running out of food' amid civil unrest

SYDNEY/PARIS (Reuters) -Australians stranded in New Caledonia are rationing food as they wait for a way out of the Pacific island territory, after unrest that has killed six people, a traveller from Sydney said on Saturday. "The kids are definitely hungry because we don't really have much option of what we can feed them," Joanne Elias told Reuters by phone from a resort in the capital Noumea,

Eight arrested after climate activists breach German airport

FRANKFURT (Reuters) -German police arrested eight climate activists who breached the grounds of Munich airport on Saturday, causing it to briefly close and leading to around 60 flight cancellations during a busy holiday weekend. Six of the activists glued themselves to a runway, a police spokesperson said, adding the situation was now under control, with both of the airport's runways open for

Lost cities found: unearthing the civilizations of old

History has witnessed many once-mighty cities vanish and disappear either as a result of natural disasters or through conflict and the wanton destruction of a conquering foe. Others, long abandoned, have simply been forgotten and buried by time. But around the world are numerous examples of settlements thought long lost being unearthed by archaeologists and subsequently rediscovered as places of great cultural and historical significance. Click through the following gallery and dig up the past with this fascinating list of lost cities found.

David Miliband 'wants to be British ambassador to the United States'

Many in Westminster think David Miliband could do a David Cameron and become Sir Keir's foreign secretary in the Lords. But his ambitions are said to lie stateside.

Argentine president begins unusual visit to Spain, snubbing officials and courting the far-right

BUENOS AIRES, Argentina (AP) — Even before kicking off a three-day visit to Madrid on Friday, Argentina's libertarian President Javier Milei stirred controversy, accusing the socialist government of bringing “poverty and death” to Spain and weighing in on corruption allegations against the prime minister's wife. In such circumstances, a typical visiting head of state may strive to mend fences with diplomacy. Not Milei. The brash economist has no...

History's silliest excuses for war

War, what is it good for? Absolutely nothing. There have been many ridiculous and petty reasons to wage it throughout human history. In this gallery, we'll explain some of the most unbelievable excuses ever used to justify going to war. Stray dogs, emus, and even soccer matches have ignited violent conflicts in the past, believe it or not. Click on to discover some of the silliest causes of war in history!

Three Spanish tourists killed in central Afghanistan gun attack

Seven others including four foreigners were injured, Afghan officials say.

'Nice for them': White House jokes about Putin, Xi meeting

The White House said Friday that it had not seen any surprising advance in relations between China and Russia despite Vladimir Putin exchanging a hug with Xi Jinping on a visit to Beijing. "Exchanging hugs?

Sri Lanka Tamils mark 15 years since end of civil war

Sri Lanka's minority Tamil community marked 15 years since the end of the island nation's civil war on Saturday in an emotional ceremony that proceeded despite fears authorities would attempt to prevent its staging. Saturday marked 15 years since the killing of the Tamil Tigers' charismatic but reclusive leader Velupillai Prabhakaran, who had led the separatist group in open rebellion against Sri Lankan forces since 1972.

Croatia gets third government led by pro-EU PM Plenkovic

SARAJEVO (Reuters) - The Croatian parliament on Friday approved a government dominated by the conservative pro-European HDZ party, led by Prime Minister Andrej Plenkovic, marking his third term in the job following a parliamentary election last month. The long-ruling HDZ (Croatian Democratic Union), which led the NATO member country of 3.8 million people to join the EU's Schengen free travel area

Actors who played the US President

The President of the United States of America has been, and probably still is, the most powerful person in the world. The US President also, in many cases, divides opinions around the world. Your opinion on a president not only has social, political, and cultural significance, but is also telling of your values. For this reason and more, these actors must have been pretty nervous playing US presidents. In most cases, these actors played real former presidents. However, many fictional films have a made-up president, which probably doesn't carry as much weight but plays with our idea of what a president looks like. To see which movies had famous actors take on the role of the US President, click through the gallery.

North Korea's Kim seeks to shore up nuclear force, oversees missile test, KCNA says

By Joyce Lee SEOUL (Reuters) -North Korean leader Kim Jong Un ordered accelerated production to strengthen the country's nuclear force more rapidly, on the same day he oversaw a test of tactical ballistic missiles with new guidance system, state media KCNA said on Saturday. While visiting an arms factory on Friday, Kim made the production order "to cope with ...the enemies' reckless military

SIA: S$30M foundation to support students in need and to “ignite passion in aviation industry”

SINGAPORE: On May 17, the Singapore Airlines (SIA) Group announced the launch of the Singapore... The post SIA: S$30M foundation to support students in need and to “ignite passion in aviation industry” appeared first on The Independent Singapore News - Latest Breaking News

The bizarre burial requests of Queen Victoria

Queen Victoria was one of the most influential monarchs in British history. So much so that the long period she ruled was named the Victorian era. During this time, it was common to attach much greater significance to burials when someone died. Life expectancy was much shorter, and death was a part of everyday life. Attaching more ritual and meaning to the manner of burial helped to deal with this difficult reality. Many people left instructions for their funeral and burial, and Queen Victoria was no exception. In fact, the woman left a detailed 12-page manual! She was known for her eccentricities, and this certainly comes across in her last wishes... Intrigued? Then click through the gallery to learn more about the strange burial requests of Queen Victoria.

US Airman Roger Fortson, fatally shot by police, mourned by hundreds at funeral

The Slovak assassination attempt photo that nearly got away

(Reuters) - It's every amateur photographer's nightmare: you spy a once-in-a-lifetime picture, and you forget to change your camera settings. But it can happen to a seasoned professional, too. Reuters stringer Radovan Stoklasa was one of the few people left in a makeshift press centre in the Slovakian town of Handlova about 40 minutes after Prime Minister Robert Fico had briefed reporters on a

UMass Dartmouth's billionaire commencement speaker gives grads $1,000

Graduates at UMass were surprised when billionaire commencement speaker Robert Hale, Jr. handed out $1,000 to each of them but the 1,200 graduates could only accept it if they made a promise.

Incoming Taiwan president Lai to pledge steady approach to relationship with China

By Yimou Lee TAIPEI (Reuters) - Taiwan's next president, Lai Ching-te, will pledge to secure stability by maintaining the status quo in the island's relationship with China in his inauguration speech on Monday, an incoming senior security official said. Lai, who succeeds President Tsai Ing-wen after having been her vice president for the past four years, will have to deal with a China that has

At least 50 killed in heavy rains, floods in Afghanistan’s Ghor province

Officials in the central region expect the number of casualties to increase as rising waters destroy thousands of homes.

Inside the world's most haunted forest

What if we told you that Dracula's Bran Castle is not the spookiest site in Transylvania? If you get a kick out of paranormal activity, then you're in for a treat. In this gallery, we delve deep into the world's most haunted forest, and bring you facts that will send chills down your spine. Take a look.

Woman, 82, bikes up mountain to raise Gaza aid funds

The grandmother-of-six raises £13,000 by cycling to the summit of Mont Ventoux in southern France.

Bizarre moment RADAR picks up a structure above 'UFO hotbed'

Scientists are investigating a radar anomaly in Utah's Skinwalker Ranch, notorious for UFO sightings and paranormal activity by using ground-penetrating radar and rockets.

‘Don’t wallow in self-pity, instead help others’: Telegraph readers on how to combat loneliness

The impact of loneliness on mortality is the equivalent of smoking 15 cigarettes a day, declared Dr Vivek Murthy, the US Surgeon General, in a report focused on the latest global health epidemic last November. Despite living in a hyper-connected world, 33 per cent of adults struggle with loneliness. The problem is so prevalent, that the World Healt...

Putin ally says EU is hypocritical for ban on Russian media

MOSCOW (Reuters) - The speaker of Russia's parliament scolded the European Union on Saturday for banning the distribution of four Russian media outlets and said it showed how the West refused to accept any alternative point of view and was destroying freedom of speech. The European Union said on Friday it was suspending the distribution of Voice of Europe, RIA Novosti news agency and newspapers

India’s biggest election prize: Can the Gandhi family survive Modi?

The pocket boroughs of Amethi and Rae Bareli have stood by the first family of Indian politics through ups and downs.

Singapore to resume flying F-16 jets after crash this month

By Xinghui Kok SINGAPORE (Reuters) - Singapore will resume flying its F-16 fleet after suspending training when one of the jets crashed earlier this month, the defence ministry on Saturday. The defence ministry said the May 8 crash was due to the plane's pitch rate gyroscopes giving erroneous inputs to the flight control computer. "This led to the pilot being unable to control the plane at

Russian tycoon at war with villagers AGAIN on £2.8m estate

Oil tycoon Alexander Mosionzhik has lost his bid to get permission to use an outbuilding on his estate in the greenbelt as a residential dwelling, in a move welcomed by conservationists.

German leaders to decide soon whether to curb use of Chinese 5G equipment, sources say

BERLIN (Reuters) - Leading German politicians, including Chancellor Olaf Scholz, will meet soon to decide on whether or not to force telecom operators to curb their use of equipment made by China's Huawei and ZTE, people familiar with the matter said. The talks between Scholz, Interior Minister Nancy Faeser and Transport Minister Volker Wissing are aimed a reaching stricter security requirements

Nursery worker smeared leftovers in toddler's face

Helen Walker, 49, was caught on CCTV immediately trying to cover up what she had done, police said.

Why is this small town mayor accused of being a Chinese spy?

The Philippines investigates a mayor as it faces increasing sea tensions with China.

Netanyahu demonizes demonstrators in an act of desperation

The Broad Perspective: Netanyahu’s comparison holds no water, so why make it in the first place? The answer is simple: to demonize his opposition and attempt to shrink political rivals.

Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 814

As the war enters its 814th day, these are the main developments.

French authorities report sixth fatality in New Caledonia violence

French security forces reported another death Saturday in armed clashes in the French Pacific territory of New Caledonia, the sixth fatality in a nearly a week of violent unrest wracking the archipelago whose indigenous population has long sought independence. The person was killed in an exchange of fire at one of the many impromptu barricades blocking roads on the island, said a security official speaking on condition of anonymity because they...

Conspiracy theories: Notable Americans allegedly killed by the Illuminati

Some people really believe that the secret society known as the Illuminati are behind some of the world’s most important events. Others are really into conspiracy theories and enjoy discussing controversial deaths. Take a look at some famous Americans who some believe were killed by the infamous secret society, as listed by Ranker.

Fierce fighting in northern Gaza as aid starts to roll off US-built pier

By Nidal al-Mughrabi CAIRO (Reuters) -Israeli forces battled Hamas fighters in the narrow alleyways of Jabalia in northern Gaza on Friday in some of the fiercest engagements since they returned to the area a week ago, while in the south militants attacked tanks massing around Rafah. Residents said Israeli armour had thrust as far as the market at the heart of Jabalia, the largest of Gaza's eight

Mission to help dog's pals find new homes

Elder, an adopted Labrador, leads a parade which it is hoped will help find his friends new homes.

Why the BBC could track down a people-smuggling kingpin before the police

Barzan Majeed is believed to have controlled the trade across the English Channel yet remained free.

Philippines to vigorously defend territory, president says

MANILA (Reuters) -Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr said on Saturday the country will "vigorously defend what is ours", in a thinly veiled reference to mounting tensions with China over maritime disputes. The conduct against intruders disrespecting Philippine territorial integrity will be guided by law and the responsibility as a rules-abiding member of the international community, Marcos

More Devon disease cases expected as MP claims heads 'have to roll'

Around 16,000 households and businesses in the Brixham area of Devon have been told not to use their tap water for drinking without boiling and cooling it first.

Rachel Reeves says Labour could introduce rent controls

Rachel Reeves said there 'may be a case' for rent caps. But she said she was not in favour of a 'blanket approach' to rent controls.

Double-amputee who climbed Everest eyes new peaks

Double amputee Hari Budha Magar aims to climb the highest peaks on all seven continents.

After Chernobyl: meet the Ukrainian ghost city of Pripyat

The city of Pripyat was stopped in time after the Chernobyl nuclear disaster, and today is considered a fascinating yet terrifying portrait of the old Soviet Union. The abandoned city has been overrun by nature, which has been thriving for more than 35 years despite the high radiation levels. Intrigued? Check out these pictures of this eerie Ukrainian city.

62-year-old man buried alive saved after four days as police hear his muffled cries

A 62-year-old man buried alive for four days was saved after cops heard his muffled cries for help coming from underground. The horror came to light only after they were investigating the death of a 74-year-old woman found in her own home by a relative on Monday (13 May).

Harry and Meghan were welcomed to Nigeria by fugitive fraudster

Air Peace CEO Dr. Allen Onyema was a key member of the welcoming committee for Harry and Meghan when they touched down in Nigeria last week.

Ukraine's young soldiers voice support for mobilisation law

For "Mammoth", a military drone pilot on the Ukrainian front, a new mobilisation law aiming to increase troop numbers that comes into force on Saturday cannot come soon enough. The new law coming into force on Saturday lowers the minimum age of mobilisation from 27 to 25 in an effort to boost recruit numbers.

Biden admin fast-tracks asylum system for border crossers headed to major U.S. cities

The Biden administration is set to launch a new, expedited asylum system aimed at individuals... The post Biden admin fast-tracks asylum system for border crossers headed to major U.S. cities appeared first on The Independent Singapore News - Latest Breaking News

Inside the obesity capital of Britain

“If you want to write about Wigan, write about that guy over there – he’s the local crackhead and he just killed a pigeon,” says a teenager in the town centre near the Grand Arcade Shopping Centre. A middle-aged man clutching a white bag looks up and grins, flapping his arms like a bird. “He just smacked it and put it in that bag. He says he is goi...

Robber jailed for attack on woman walking home

Police used mobile phone tracking data to locate Petrica Mustafa after the brutal attack.

Has India’s Muslim population really exploded?

A new government report claims that India’s Muslim population share has grown 43 percent since 1950. What’s the truth?

Famed cook evicted from New York apartment for not paying rent

Madison Cowan was evicted from his $2,750 a month one-bedroom Boerum Hill apartment this week after his landlord, Gus Sheha claimed he didn't pay his rent since January 2020