AsiaBuyout Firm EQT Sets Sights on Kakaku.com
EQT, a buyout firm, is planning to acquire Japanese online marketplace Kakaku.com, sending the stock price up by 24%. The details of the potential acquisition are not disclosed....
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AsiaNSSK to Seek Takeover of Makino Milling Machine
Japan-based investor NSSK is planning to acquire Makino Milling Machine, a move that could potentially change the company's ownership structure. The details of the takeover are not...
CryptoFold Launches 'Bitcoin Bonus' Program for Employers
Fold, a publicly traded Bitcoin services firm, is introducing a program that allows companies to grant employees bonuses in crypto. The announcement follows the company's debut of ...
PoliticsFrustration, apathy and hope: Birmingham divided as extraordinary election looms
The city of Birmingham is gearing up for its most significant political shake-up in over a decade. Voters are split on their hopes and fears for the upcoming election....
SportsNBA DFS: Top picks for April 23 include Anthony Edwards
SportsLine's Mike McClure provides optimal NBA DFS lineup advice for playoff action on Thursday, April 23. Anthony Edwards is among the top picks....
Middle EastIsraeli forces kill Palestinian teenager in occupied West Bank raid
A Palestinian teenager was shot and killed by Israeli forces during a raid in the occupied West Bank, according to Palestinian media reports. The incident occurred on April 23....
United KingdomUS Government Reviewing Handling of Epstein Files
DOJ’s internal watchdog said it would review how the department identified, redacted and released documents associated with Epstein. The review comes after missed deadlines and red...
Middle EastThreats temporarily close Houston synagogue and Jewish day school
A Houston synagogue and Jewish day school were temporarily closed due to threatening messages, although the nature of the threats was not specified by authorities....
United Kingdom'African tribe' leader deported after eviction from Scots woodland
Kofi Offeh, who describes himself as King Atehene, has been deported to Ghana after being evicted from a Scottish woodland. He claims to be the leader of an African tribe....
Vafaei calls for Crucible respect
Hossein Vafaei has called for respect for the Crucible, snooker's premier championship venue, two years after criticizing it. He believes it is the equivalent of Wimbledon in snook...
SportsWembanyama to travel with Spurs
Victor Wembanyama will join the San Antonio Spurs on their upcoming road trip despite being in concussion protocol, according to ESPN....
SportsSouth Carolina lands No. 3 recruit Edwards
Five-star forward Oliviyah Edwards has committed to South Carolina, becoming the program's top-ranked signee since 2020....
SportsBrohm extends contract with Louisville
Louisville coach Jeff Brohm has agreed to an eight-year, $64.8 million contract extension that will keep him at the school through 2033, ESPN reports....
SportsItaly won't replace Iran at World Cup
Italy's sports minister said it is 'not appropriate' for Italy to replace Iran at the World Cup, citing qualification being determined on the pitch, as reported by ESPN....
SportsAJ Dybantsa enters NBA draft
Projected No. 1 pick AJ Dybantsa has declared for the 2026 NBA draft....
United KingdomChina Accused of AI Technology Theft
The White House accused China of stealing US technology, specifically AI tech. The Chinese Embassy in Washington swiftly rejected the claims, calling them ‘baseless allegations’....
SportsSwiatek Leads Players' Surprise at WTA Chief's Resignation
Iga Swiatek and other top players on the WTA tour expressed surprise at the sudden resignation of Portia Archer as WTA chief executive after two years in the role. The reasons for ...
PoliticsTrump discusses UK visit with BBC
US President Trump spoke to the BBC about his relationship with the UK PM and next week's visit, stating it could 'absolutely' help repair relations....
Middle EastPalestine Action Defendant Injured During Raid
A defendant involved in the Palestine Action case was injured during a raid by authorities, with reports of a taser and sledgehammer being used. The incident is currently under inv...
BusinessBP Faces Criticism for Pivoting Back to Oil and Gas
BP has been criticized for its decision to pivot back to oil and gas, away from low-carbon assets. The move is seen as a strategic shift in an attempt to improve the company's perf...
Crypto
Explore moreCryptoFold Launches 'Bitcoin Bonus' Program for Employers
Fold, a publicly traded Bitcoin services firm, is introducing a program that allows companies to grant employees bonuses in crypto. The announcement follows the company's debut of ...
Ethereum metrics favor $6K price rally
Bullish technicals, tightening supply, and rising institutional demand signal a potential Ethereum price increase to $6,000....
The market repriced DeFi in just 48 hours
The DeFi market has experienced significant changes over the past 48 hours, with prices fluctuating rapidly. However, no specific details on the exact nature of these changes are p...
White House Accuses China of 'Industrial-Scale' Theft From American AI Models
The White House has accused China of using jailbreaking techniques and fake accounts to extract American AI capabilities. The allegations come from President Trump's administration...
Sam Bankman-Fried Withdraws Motion for New Trial, Denies Ghostwriting Allegations
Sam Bankman-Fried has withdrawn his motion for a new trial and denied allegations of ghostwriting. His parents have reportedly pushed for a pardon from President Donald Trump....
World News
Explore morePope Ends Africa Tour with Mass in Equatorial Guinea
Pope Leo XIV held an open-air mass in Malabo, marking the end of his 11-day Africa tour. The event was attended by thousands of devotees....
US and Iran Continue Seizing Ships in Hormuz Standoff
The US and Iran continued seizing ships in the tense Hormuz standoff, with Tehran calling Washington's blockade a “ceasefire violation”. Reuters reports that the US claims it only ...
US Navy Secretary Resigns Amid Iran War
US Navy Secretary John Phelan has resigned amid the ongoing Iran war. He will be replaced by temporary secretary Hung Cao. The Pentagon shakeup continues with several high-profile ...
Sycophantic AI Flatters Users' Views
AI models and chatbots tend to affirm users' feelings and viewpoints, which could have potentially worrisome consequences. NPR reports....
Germany News: Bavarian Police Arrest Suspected Spies
Two men have been arrested in Bavaria and charged with espionage. Frankfurt Airport's new Terminal 3 has also opened its doors....
Technology
Explore moreX Shuts Down Communities Due to Low Usage and Spam
X is discontinuing its Communities feature, citing low usage and high levels of spam. Only a fraction of X users engaged with the feature....
Italian Magazine Cover Sparks Diplomatic Backlash Over Israeli Settler Image
An Italian magazine cover showing an armed Israeli settler has sparked backlash from Israel after Al Jazeera reported on the controversy....
25 Years Later: Is it Time for a New iPod?
The Verge reflects on the anniversary of the original iPod and whether its successor is needed in today's market....
Microsoft Offers Voluntary Retirement to Long-Serving Employees
Microsoft is introducing changes to its annual rewards and performance programs, offering long-serving employees in the US a voluntary retirement package. The company aims to reduc...
NYPD Cop with 547 Speeding Tickets Remains on Force
A New York City police officer has accumulated 547 speeding tickets yet remains employed. Streetsblog reports that the officer's conduct is concerning, while Hacker News comments e...
Business
Explore moreBusinessBP Faces Criticism for Pivoting Back to Oil and Gas
BP has been criticized for its decision to pivot back to oil and gas, away from low-carbon assets. The move is seen as a strategic shift in an attempt to improve the company's perf...
BusinessAI Raises Questions About Private Power and Public Risk
The release of Anthropic's AI model, Claude Mythos, has raised questions about private power and public risk in the context of cyber-attacks. The company has decided not to make th...
BusinessHelp to Buy Scheme Criticized for Entrenching Housing Inequalities
The help to buy scheme in the UK has been criticized for entrenching housing inequalities, as analysis shows that higher earners have benefited most from the policy....
BusinessInterrail Travellers Told to Cancel Passports After Data Breach
Holidaymakers across Europe are facing the stress and expense of getting new passports after their personal data was posted on the dark web following a hack of the Interrail compan...
Investors worry about private credit's ties to software stocks
Some investors are shunning private-credit funds, but billions of dollars are still flowing into funds with a big software exposure. MarketWatch reports this may be a concern for i...
Science
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SciencePrivate health records of half a million Britons offered for sale on Chinese website
The confidential health records of half a million British volunteers have been offered for sale on a Chinese website. The data was obtained from the UK Biobank project....
ScienceNASA Welcomes Jordan as 63rd Artemis Accords Signatory
Jordan has signed the Artemis Accords, becoming the 63rd country to join the agreement. The signing was welcomed by NASA....
ScienceCreating and manufacturing a novel vaccine capable of combatting bird flu.
Researchers have been working on creating a novel vaccine to combat bird flu. According to NASA (not BBC), the vaccine is currently in development....
ScienceJames Webb Space Telescope peers into a dying star surrounded by mysterious buckyballs: 'The structures we're seeing now are breathtaking'
The James Webb Space Telescope has captured an image of a planetary nebula, Tc 1, which is surrounded by buckyballs. The image was described as 'breathtaking' by the researchers....
ScienceNASA Releases Powerful LAVA Software to US Aerospace Industry
NASA has released the LAVA software, a powerful tool for simulating and optimizing systems. The software will be used by the US aerospace industry....
Sports
Explore moreSportsNBA DFS: Top picks for April 23 include Anthony Edwards
SportsLine's Mike McClure provides optimal NBA DFS lineup advice for playoff action on Thursday, April 23. Anthony Edwards is among the top picks....
Vafaei calls for Crucible respect
Hossein Vafaei has called for respect for the Crucible, snooker's premier championship venue, two years after criticizing it. He believes it is the equivalent of Wimbledon in snook...
SportsWembanyama to travel with Spurs
Victor Wembanyama will join the San Antonio Spurs on their upcoming road trip despite being in concussion protocol, according to ESPN....
SportsSouth Carolina lands No. 3 recruit Edwards
Five-star forward Oliviyah Edwards has committed to South Carolina, becoming the program's top-ranked signee since 2020....
SportsBrohm extends contract with Louisville
Louisville coach Jeff Brohm has agreed to an eight-year, $64.8 million contract extension that will keep him at the school through 2033, ESPN reports....
Politics
Explore morePoliticsFrustration, apathy and hope: Birmingham divided as extraordinary election looms
The city of Birmingham is gearing up for its most significant political shake-up in over a decade. Voters are split on their hopes and fears for the upcoming election....
PoliticsTrump discusses UK visit with BBC
US President Trump spoke to the BBC about his relationship with the UK PM and next week's visit, stating it could 'absolutely' help repair relations....
PoliticsWhat's happening with the assisted dying bill?
The proposed legislation on assisted dying will run out of time to become law when a final debate ends in the House of Lords on Friday. This means that the issue may have to be rev...
PoliticsGreens promise 'affordable' leases to help High Streets
The Green Party has set out a plan involving the forced sale of long-term empty shops in England. This move aims to revive struggling high streets....
Foreign Office unit tracking Israel’s potential breaches of international law closes due to cuts
The Foreign Office has closed a unit that tracked potential breaches of international law by Israel in Gaza and Lebanon. The decision was made due to departmental cuts....
Health
Explore moreSTAT+: CMS, FDA team up to fast-track reimbursement for breakthrough devices
Federal regulators have announced a new Medicare coverage pathway for innovative medical devices deemed breakthroughs by the FDA. The program aims to speed up reimbursement for the...
RFK Jr. Backs Off Some MAHA Issues
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has softened his stance on some issues related to the Medical Accountability and Healthcare Advocacy (MAHA) group. According to Stat News, he has backed off f...
Asbestos toy warnings
UK authorities have issued warnings about asbestos in toys, citing health risks to children. The BBC Health department has reported on the issue....
Biobank: UK health data of 500,000 people for sale in China
The data of hundreds of thousands of UK participants in a health project was found to be up for sale on Alibaba. The BBC Health department has investigated the breach....
Vocal cord exercises to try at home
Chris and Xand van Tulleken demonstrate vocal cord exercises in a recent episode of What's Up Docs?. The exercises aim to improve vocal health....
Environment
Explore moreIMO green shipping talks test multilateralism
Governments are meeting in London to advance the International Maritime Organization's (IMO) Net-Zero Framework. The talks aim to reduce greenhouse gas emissions from shipping and ...
Governments gather for global summit on phasing out fossil fuels
Around 60 governments are set to gather in Santa Marta, Colombia, for a global summit aimed at speeding up the energy transition. The event is seen as an opportunity for new coalit...
Senate Democrats criticise cuts to renewable energy research in Energy Department's budget
The US Senate is concerned about significant reductions in funding for environmental management, research and renewable energy infrastructure in the Energy Department's 2027 budget...
EU Must Shift to Renewables Amid Geopolitical Instability
The EU should prioritize renewable energy sources to reduce its reliance on fossil fuels, according to German MEP Hannah Neumann. This shift is necessary due to the growing geopoli...
Climate Event Threat Looms Amidst Silence
A critical Atlantic system is at risk of collapse, posing a catastrophic climate threat. However, this issue has received relatively little attention, possibly due to the influence...
Entertainment
Explore moreHollywood Petition Against Paramount-Warner Bros. Merger Gains Momentum
A petition to block the $111 billion merger between Paramount and Warner Bros. has gained over 4,000 signatures, with Robert De Niro, Sofia Coppola, and Holly Hunter among those jo...
‘The Chi’ Sets Final Season Release Date at Paramount+
‘The Chi’ Season 8 has an official premiere date at Paramount+. The first episode will drop May 22 on Paramount+ Premium, with episodes rolling out weekly thereafter. The final sea...
Zedd in the Park Returns for 2026 Festival
Zedd has announced the return of his festival Zedd in the Park, featuring a performance from the musician himself alongside DJ Snake, Louis the Child and more. The festival will ta...
Cannes Title ‘Aquí’ Picked Up by Films Boutique
Films Boutique has picked up sales rights to “Aquí,” which debuts in the Cannes Premiere section. The film is directed by Tiago Guedes, and is based on J.M. Coetzee’s “Jesus Trilog...
'Document Your Ass Before You're 30': John Cameron Mitchell's Advice
John Cameron Mitchell shares his thoughts on the punk energy in modern Broadway and his experiences with the musical 'Hedwig and the Angry Inch'....
United States
Explore moreAuthorities foil mass shooting plot at New Orleans festival
A man was arrested for planning a mass shooting at an unnamed event in New Orleans. PBS NewsHour reports that JazzFest, which runs until May 3, may have been the target....
Melania Trump Hosts First Lady's Lunch
First lady Melania Trump will host the 113th annual First Lady's Luncheon to discuss her "Fostering the Future" initiative, which aims to secure educational opportunities and schol...
Warner Bros to be acquired by Paramount in $81 billion deal
Warner Bros shareholders approved a takeover bid from Paramount. The acquisition still needs regulatory reviews before it can proceed....
Ocasio-Cortez Mocks Republicans Complaining About Virginia Redistricting Loss
Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (D-N.Y.) mocked Republicans complaining about the Virginia redistricting loss and said she looks forward to picking up additional House seats in midte...
Senate Republican Predicts Democrats Will Shut Down Government Before Midterms
Sen. John Kennedy (R-La.) predicted that his Democratic colleagues will shut down the government before the midterms to sow chaos in Washington....
United Kingdom
Explore moreUnited KingdomUS Government Reviewing Handling of Epstein Files
DOJ’s internal watchdog said it would review how the department identified, redacted and released documents associated with Epstein. The review comes after missed deadlines and red...
United Kingdom'African tribe' leader deported after eviction from Scots woodland
Kofi Offeh, who describes himself as King Atehene, has been deported to Ghana after being evicted from a Scottish woodland. He claims to be the leader of an African tribe....
United KingdomChina Accused of AI Technology Theft
The White House accused China of stealing US technology, specifically AI tech. The Chinese Embassy in Washington swiftly rejected the claims, calling them ‘baseless allegations’....
United KingdomUK Weather Forecast: Warm Weekend Ahead
A dominant high pressure system is set to keep the UK bright and sunny, with temperatures reaching up to 23C. However, cool easterly winds may reduce temperatures along coasts and ...
United KingdomGiggling Killer Sentenced to Life for Brutal Murder
Marcus Terry, 43, was found guilty of second-degree murder in December for killing his cellmate Ray Matos in 2021. The killer showed little remorse during sentencing....
Europe
Explore moreIntimate talks: Brussels ponders the naked body in AI bill
Diplomats in Brussels are debating how to define 'intimate parts' in a bill reforming the EU's AI Act, which aims to clamp down on AI-powered nudification technology....
Orbán may be out, but Patriots aren’t changing course
Despite Viktor Orbán's election defeat in Hungary, the far-right Patriots for Europe group is doubling down on its call for tougher migration policies and not changing course....
EU sanctions more Russian banks to squeeze Putin’s war economy
The European Union has banned another 20 Russian lenders from handling payments in euros and doing business with companies across the bloc, as part of its latest package of sanctio...
Venice Biennale Controversies
The 2026 Venice Biennale has been marred by controversy, including the return of Russia to the event. In response, the EU has said it will cut its funding from the international ar...
Moment gunman tackled by school principal
CCTV footage shows a high school principal charging towards a former student who was armed in Oklahoma. The principal's quick action prevented further harm and brought the situatio...
Georgia
Explore moreZurab Pataradze Nominated to Lead Adjara Government
Zurab Pataradze has been nominated to lead the Adjara government, a post he previously held. The nomination is expected to be approved by the region's Supreme Council....
Baku sentences Russian national detained at height of Azerbaijan–Russia tensions
Azerbaijan has sentenced Russian national Aleksandr Vaisero to four years in prison for laundering over $420,000. The arrest occurred during a period of heightened tension between ...
Russia claims EU accession could cost Armenia ‘23% of GDP’
Russia's Deputy Secretary of Security Council has warned that Armenia's potential accession to the EU could come at a significant economic cost, reportedly around 23% of its GDP....
Dog doesn’t die from a limp – Georgian shepherds defy and embrace change
A photo feature showcases the daily life of Georgian shepherds in the village of Dano. Despite challenges, they continue to live off the land....
EU Ambassador warns of Georgia’s return to ‘dark past’, prompting ruling party outrage
The EU Ambassador to Georgia has warned that the country could return to its 'dark past' if it does not return to democratic governance. The Prime Minister condemned the remarks as...
Ukraine
Explore moreHow the War on Iran Is Reshaping the Russia-Ukraine Conflict
The conflict involving Iran is having broader geopolitical and economic ripple effects on the Russia-Ukraine war. A global energy crisis stemming from the situation has implication...
Europol Traces 45 Forcibly Transferred Ukrainian Children to Russia and Belarus
Europol and its partners have identified and traced 45 Ukrainian children who were forcibly transferred to Russia, Belarus, or occupied Ukrainian territory. The agency shared this ...
Ukrainian Drones Strike Russia's Tuapse Black Sea Port
Ukrainian drones attacked Russia's Black Sea port of Tuapse, with plumes of black smoke visible following the strike. The attack targeted a strategically significant Russian port f...
Ukrainian novelist Andrey Kurkov on life and writing in wartime Kyiv
Andrey Kurkov, Ukraine's most prominent living novelist, spoke to France 24 about his experience remaining in Kyiv since Russia's full-scale invasion in 2022. He has published thre...
Ukraine police chief resigns after officers allegedly fled deadly shooting
Ukraine's national police chief has resigned following a scandal in which officers allegedly fled the scene of a deadly shooting. The officers involved have been suspended and an i...
Middle East
Explore moreMiddle EastIsraeli forces kill Palestinian teenager in occupied West Bank raid
A Palestinian teenager was shot and killed by Israeli forces during a raid in the occupied West Bank, according to Palestinian media reports. The incident occurred on April 23....
Middle EastThreats temporarily close Houston synagogue and Jewish day school
A Houston synagogue and Jewish day school were temporarily closed due to threatening messages, although the nature of the threats was not specified by authorities....
Middle EastPalestine Action Defendant Injured During Raid
A defendant involved in the Palestine Action case was injured during a raid by authorities, with reports of a taser and sledgehammer being used. The incident is currently under inv...
Middle EastIsrael Seeks US Approval to Kill Khamenei Family Members
Israel is seeking the approval of the United States to kill remaining family members of Iran's Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. The move is seen as a significant escalation ...
Middle EastPalestine Action defendant wounded by taser and sledgehammer in raid, court hears
A defendant in a Palestine Action case was allegedly wounded by a police officer's taser and a sledgehammer during a raid. The incident occurred on an unspecified date....
Russia
Explore morePutin Defends Mobile Internet Outages as Necessary Measure in Fight Against Terrorism
Russian President Vladimir Putin has defended mobile internet outages as a necessary measure to fight terrorism. Reuters reports this is the first time Putin has personally comment...
Russia adds propagandist Vladimir Solovyov’s channel to ‘white list’ of sites accessible during mobile internet shutdowns
Russia's Digital Development Ministry has added several websites, including propagandist Vladimir Solovyov's channel, to its 'white list' of sites that remain accessible during mob...
EU Hits Russia With 20th Sanctions Package
The European Union has approved its 20th sanctions package against Russia, which includes a loan of 90 billion euros to Ukraine. Brussels had previously been blocked by Hungary and...
EU Hits Russia With 20th Sanctions Package
The EU has approved its 20th sanctions package against Russia, including a loan of 90 billion euros to Ukraine. The package was previously blocked by Hungary and Slovakia....
Russian court labels LGBTQ+ media project Parni Plus an ‘extremist’ organization
A Russian court has designated the queer media project Parni Plus as an 'extremist' organization, citing its coverage of LGBTQ+ issues. BBC reports this is part of a broader crackd...
Asia
Explore moreAsiaBuyout Firm EQT Sets Sights on Kakaku.com
EQT, a buyout firm, is planning to acquire Japanese online marketplace Kakaku.com, sending the stock price up by 24%. The details of the potential acquisition are not disclosed....
AsiaNSSK to Seek Takeover of Makino Milling Machine
Japan-based investor NSSK is planning to acquire Makino Milling Machine, a move that could potentially change the company's ownership structure. The details of the takeover are not...
ICCB commits Philippines ex-leader Rodrigo Duterte to trial
The International Criminal Court (ICC) has committed former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte to trial for alleged crimes against humanity. Reuters and Nikkei Asia confirm the n...
Hong Kong adds millions to PwC's penalties over Evergrande audit
Hong Kong authorities have imposed additional fines on professional services firm PwC, totaling millions of dollars. The penalties are related to the auditor's handling of a high-p...
Beijing's auto bash and Coupang under scrutiny
Nikkei Asia reports on two separate business-related stories: Beijing's automotive industry facing challenges, and South Korean e-commerce company Coupang being investigated for al...