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What is May Day Strong, the ‘no work, no school, no shopping’ protests against Trump?

Day of action to support workers set for 1 May – who is organizing May Day Strong, and how can people join?

The Guardian - US

‘I get cut through by hyperbole’: NZ minister Shane Jones refuses to tone down ‘butter chicken tsunami’ remark

New Zealand minister Shane Jones defended his "butter chicken tsunami" immigration remarks, citing "hyperbole" for public debate impact. Despite criticism from Indian community leaders and opposition MPs labelling his comments "racist," Jones insists immigration is a key election issue.

The Times of India

First Thing: Trump announces extension of Iran ceasefire until ‘discussion concluded’

U-turn comes after Trump said the US military was ‘raring to go’. Plus, Virginia voters pass new congressional maps in blow to president

The Guardian - UK

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Houston City Council approves gutting policy limiting ICE cooperation, civil rights groups say

In contrast to the civil rights groups’ assessment, Houston’s city attorney told council members that the amendment — crafted by the mayor’s staff and the governor’s office — brings no major changes.

The Texas Tribune

NWSL announces Columbus as league’s 18th team, with reported $205m fee

The team is scheduled to begin play in 2028, having paid a league-record expansion fee

The Guardian - US

Wanted to have fun: UK man rapes Sikh woman after mistaking her for Muslim

A 32-year-old man in the UK has admitted to carrying out a religiously aggravated rape and assault on a Sikh woman inside her home in Walsall, after initially denying the charges during trial proceedings.

The Times of India

French NBA star Wembanyama faces fitness problems after concussion in play-off game

French professional basketball player Victor Wembanyama was on Wednesday undergoing medical tests after suffering a concussion during the second game of the San Antonio Spurs' first round NBA play-off tie against the Portland Trail Blazers.

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EU Draws Red Line: Hungary LGBTQ Law Ruling Tests New Government, Cites Rights Violation

Péter Magyar's new government faces pressure after the EU court ruled Hungary's LGBTQ law violates EU rules. The law, passed under Viktor Orbán, breaches fundamental rights, including non-discrimination.

International Business Times UK

Who is Mara Flavia? Quick Facts on the Fitness Influencer Who Drowned At Ironman Texas

Brazilian influencer Mara Flavia Araujo drowned during the Ironman Texas triathlon's swim segment. Her death has sparked discussions on safety in endurance events.

International Business Times UK

Sky-High Standoff: 6 Nations Scramble Jets as Russian 'Nuclear' Bombers Go Dark Over the Baltic

On 20 April, six NATO air forces scrambled to intercept two Russian Tu-22M3 bombers and their 10 fighter escorts, which were flying without transponders over the Baltic region.

International Business Times UK

The AP Interview: Cyprus president says EU needs a clear playbook on helping members under attack

The president of Cyprus says fellow European Union leaders meeting on the island nation need to start preparing a playbook on what should happen if an EU country under attack puts out the call to bloc partners for help

The Independent UK

Mexico makes World Cup security vow after fatal Teotihuacan pyramids shooting

A man opened fire at the Teotihuacan pyramids on Monday, resulting in the death of a Canadian tourist

The Independent UK

Navy veteran charged in series of Atlanta-area shootings dies in jail

Authorities say a man charged in a string of shootings near Atlanta that left three people dead has died in jail

The Independent UK

ICE detains the wife of an Army sergeant in Texas as military family leniency wanes

The wife of a U.S. Army sergeant is being held at an immigration detention facility in El Paso, Texas

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Trump news at a glance: Trump backs off threat to resume bombing Iran and extends ceasefire

President changed his tune at request of Pakistan’s leaders, though he said military blockade of Iranian ports will continue

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Why was the Southern Poverty Law Center indicted on federal fraud charges?

Charges alleged the center paid informants to infiltrate extremist groups without disclosing payments to donors

The Guardian - US

Virginia voters approve new congressional maps in blow to Trump

Result could help Democrats win four extra US House seats in tit-for-tat redistricting battle begun by Texas

The Guardian - US

Trump reads from Bible in Oval Office in taped message for Christian group

Reciting of Old Testament passage comes days after clash with pope and posting AI image of himself as Jesus

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The Independent UK

Maradona’s daughter assails doctor in negligence trial over soccer great's death

One of Diego Maradona’s daughters lashed out at neurosurgeon Leopoldo Luque, who was considered her father’s primary physician at the time of his death, during a negligence trial Tuesday

The Independent UK

Gun used to kill 8 children was stolen from truck, Louisiana man tells investigators

The owner of the gun that was used by a gunman to kill eight children in Louisiana on Sunday says the firearm was stolen from his truck, according to court documents

The Independent UK

Atlanta Braves minor league catcher arrested after leaving scene of deadly hit-and-run crash, police say

Jonathan Matos Morales, an 18-year-old from Cocoa, Florida, was arrested after the Atlanta Braves turned him in, according to authorities

The Independent UK

Southern Poverty Law Center indicted on federal fraud charges related to past use of paid informants

The Southern Poverty Law Center has been indicted on federal fraud charges related to its past use of paid informants to infiltrate extremist groups

The Guardian - US

Florida to open criminal investigation into OpenAI over ChatGPT’s influence on alleged mass shooter

State attorney general said inquiry will look into whether AI tool offered ‘significant advice’ to campus shooting suspect

The Independent UK

Nearly 500 alleged MS-13 members in El Salvador face a sweeping mass trial

Nearly 500 alleged gang leaders face a collective trial in El Salvador, a practice criticized by human rights groups

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Beloved Oakland, California, woman vanishes into thin air after sending one final text to her husband

She left her personal belongings behind.

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