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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.
Workers worldwide mark International Labour Day with rallies demanding peace, higher wages, and better working conditions, as the Iran war and rising energy prices strain economies. Unions call for solidarity and action against extreme wealth, while regions like Cuba and the Philippines highlight local struggles.
Ministers and experts from more than 50 countries gathered in Santa Marta for the first conference dedicated to transitioning away from coal, oil and gas. Hosted by Colombia and the Netherlands, the talks produced agreed outcomes and plans for further cooperation, even as major emitters stayed away and details of the next meeting remain unsettled.
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.
Iranian envoys have reiterated Tehran's preference for diplomatic engagement with Washington, even as they rejected European naval deployments near its coast and asserted that the US 'lost' on the battlefield, as reported by TASS.
Hong Kong authorities issued a strong statement on Friday condemning foreign media and 'anti-China forces' for attempting to 'sugarcoat' the criminal acts of jailed media tycoon Jimmy Lai, after he was awarded a press freedom prize by Germany's Deutsche Welle and Reporters Without Borders ranked the city 140th globally in its latest index. The statement also dismissed the index as biased, while rights groups point to a recent case of a French journalist being denied entry as evidence of growing press restrictions.
Serbian Prime Minister Duro Macut stated Belgrade will not abandon its long-time partners Russia and China, criticizing Western demands to sever ties. In a related development, calls grow within Serbia for closer cooperation with BRICS as an alternative to EU accession negotiations, with some politicians proposing a referendum on the country's European path.
The 2026 World Press Freedom Index by Reporters Without Borders shows press freedom at its lowest in 25 years, with more than half of countries rated 'difficult' or 'very serious'. The US has fallen to a historic low, while the report highlights regional declines and specific country trends.
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.
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.
Volkswagen reported a 28.4% drop in first-quarter net profit as trade barriers, geopolitical tensions, and weak demand in China and the U.S. weighed on sales. Meanwhile, Germany's economy grew by 0.3% in the first quarter, beating expectations despite rising energy costs. The carmaker says it will intensify savings efforts and overhaul its business model.
At the 11th NPT Review Conference, Russian diplomat Andrey Belousov warned that Western states, including the UK and France, are considering transferring nuclear weapons components to Ukraine, a move he says would undermine the treaty. Russia also rejected allegations of its own potential use of nuclear weapons in Ukraine and reaffirmed its openness to disarmament discussions.
As US commitment to NATO faces mounting strain, European leaders are looking to the EU's Article 42.7 mutual defence clause. This article examines whether this once-obscure mechanism could provide Europe with a NATO-like collective defence alternative, based on recent reporting from Al Jazeera and The Guardian.
Cambridge International Education (CIE) has confirmed that an AS-level Mathematics paper was shared prematurely, affecting multiple regions including Pakistan. The board has cancelled the exam and scheduled a replacement for June 9, while also postponing another Mathematics paper scheduled for May 15.
As the US-Israel war in Iran disrupts global oil supplies, major energy companies report soaring profits, sparking debate over windfall taxes and the burden on households. BP and TotalEnergies lead with significant earnings jumps, while analysts highlight the broader economic impact on consumers and governments.
US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth announced plans to expand nuclear deterrence capabilities and modernize the nuclear triad, while also signaling readiness to use military force in the Western Hemisphere and warning NATO allies of consequences for insufficient support.
FIFA has agreed to pay out more than $100 million in extra cash to World Cup teams to help cover higher-than-expected costs in North America. Basic payments to each federation will rise by $2 million, and pre-tournament training support will increase to $2.5 million. The decision comes amid record revenue projections and concerns from European federations about financial losses.
New satellite data from the World Resources Institute and the University of Maryland shows tropical primary rainforest loss fell 36% in 2025, driven by Brazil's stronger environmental policies. However, the rate remains high at 4.3 million hectares lost, equivalent to 11 football fields a minute, and fires fueled by climate change pose a continued threat.
European airlines face their biggest challenge since the Covid-19 pandemic as the Iran war pushes up jet fuel prices and disrupts travel through the Middle East. Tourists are reshaping plans, booking later and staying closer to home, while carriers warn of potential fuel shortages if the conflict persists.
Russian Ambassador to the Netherlands Vladimir Tarabrin said bilateral relations have hit a historic low, accusing Dutch authorities of unquestioningly following EU and NATO anti-Russian policy. He noted the Netherlands has provided over €14.3 billion in aid to Ukraine and is investing in drone development for Kyiv.