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A bus fell into the River Seine near Paris after hitting a parked car, with a trainee driver at the wheel. All four people on board were rescued by a large emergency response, and drug and alcohol tests came back negative. The cause remains under investigation.
Federal prosecutors have charged Cole Tomas Allen with assaulting a federal officer, alleging he shot a Secret Service agent during an attempted attack on President Trump at the White House correspondents' dinner. The agent survived due to a bulletproof vest. Initial contradictory statements about the shooting have given way to definitive claims, though the investigation continues.
British authorities have charged 45-year-old Essa Suleiman with attempted murder after two Jewish men were stabbed in Golders Green, London. The attack has been labeled terrorism, prompting the UK to raise its national threat level to 'severe.' Prime Minister Keir Starmer has vowed stronger action to protect Jewish communities amid concerns over rising antisemitism.
Banksy has confirmed he is behind a new statue installed in Waterloo Place, London, depicting a suited man striding off a plinth with a flag covering his face. The work, unveiled on April 29, has drawn crowds and is set to remain in place, according to Westminster City Council.
The CEO of Yara International, the world's largest fertiliser company, warns that the war in Iran could lead to a global fertiliser shortage, reducing crop yields by up to 50% and costing 10 billion meals a week globally, with the poorest countries in Africa and Asia hit hardest. The UK is unlikely to face shortages but may see higher food prices.
Liverpool manager Arne Slot says Mohamed Salah will return from injury before the season ends, but conflicting reports from Egyptian officials suggest the forward may miss the rest of the Premier League campaign. Salah’s departure from Anfield and his World Cup participation are both in focus.
On World Press Freedom Day, Liberian media rights groups urged action to safeguard press freedom, acknowledging progress while citing a rise in violations, including an assault on journalist Moses Garzeawu and threats against Daily Observer editor Bai Best. The Press Union of Liberia and UNDP also weighed in on the importance of protecting journalists.
Nigel Farage is under formal investigation by the UK parliamentary standards watchdog over an undisclosed £5m gift from crypto billionaire Christopher Harborne. The gift, received before the 2024 election, was not declared, and Farage claims it was for personal security. The Electoral Commission is also considering whether to investigate.
Pavel Talankin's Oscar statuette went missing after TSA agents at JFK airport confiscated it, saying it could be used as a weapon. The award was packed in a box and checked, but never arrived in Frankfurt. Lufthansa later confirmed it had found the statuette and was arranging its return.
As Pakistan grapples with one of Asia’s fastest-growing HIV epidemics and the world’s largest hepatitis C burden, a recent outbreak in Taunsa has spotlighted systemic healthcare failures, including unsafe medical practices and inadequate governance. Experts and commentators call for urgent, sustained responses rather than reactionary measures.
As the 60-day deadline set by the War Powers Resolution approaches for the US-Iran conflict, President Trump asserts he does not need congressional authorization to continue military operations, while lawmakers explore legal challenges. The deadline, which falls on May 1, has sparked debate over the limits of presidential war powers and the role of Congress.
The US economy expanded at a 2% annualized rate in the first quarter of 2026, rebounding from a weak end to 2025 despite the ongoing war with Iran and rising energy prices. Consumer spending slowed, while government and business investment, particularly in AI, drove growth. The outlook remains clouded by the conflict's impact on oil prices and inflation.
Kenyan marathoner Sabastian Sawe received a celebratory homecoming in Nairobi after becoming the first man to run a marathon in under two hours at the London Marathon. His parents, sports officials, and crowds at the airport greeted him with music and dancing.
Sabastian Sawe, the first athlete to run an official marathon in under two hours, received a hero's welcome in Kenya. President William Ruto awarded him cash and a car, while fans and family celebrated his historic achievement in the London Marathon.
Israeli naval forces intercepted at least 22 vessels from the Global Sumud Flotilla in international waters near Crete, detaining scores of activists seeking to deliver aid to Gaza. Most were later transferred to Greek authorities on the island, while two remain in Israeli custody. Organisers called the action unlawful piracy; Israel described the flotilla as a provocation.
British front pages lead with the stabbing of two Jewish men in London's Golders Green neighbourhood, described as 'sickening' and 'an attack on Britain itself.' Coverage also includes King Charles's speech to the US Congress, a reported US-German feud, and The New York Times' investigation into hybrid warfare against Jewish targets.
As England's local elections approach, the Liberal Democrats are positioning themselves as the main challenger to Reform UK, with leader Ed Davey warning voters in key battlegrounds that failing to back his party could lead to Reform-led councils. While early results show the Lib Dems making targeted gains, their national vote share has dipped slightly, raising questions about their broader appeal.
President Donald Trump announced the US is reviewing a possible reduction of troops in Germany, days after Chancellor Friedrich Merz criticized Washington's approach to Iran. The US maintains more than 36,000 active-duty troops in Germany, its largest contingent in Europe.
On April 8, Israel launched over 100 air strikes across Lebanon in just 10 minutes, killing at least 357 people and injuring over 1,000. Israel claims it targeted Hezbollah operatives, but UN experts and residents describe the attacks as indiscriminate, with civilian casualties mounting. The strikes, part of Operation 'Eternal Darkness,' came amid a fragile US-Iran ceasefire and escalating regional tensions.
Madagascar has detained a former French serviceman and expelled a French diplomat over an alleged plot to destabilise the island nation. Authorities have charged several suspects, including a Malagasy army officer, with offences linked to plans to sabotage infrastructure and incite unrest. France has denied any involvement and protested the expulsion.