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Andrew Tate, a social media influencer facing charges in Romania, lost an appeal to relax travel restrictions set by the Bucharest Court of Appeal. Tate had requested that he be able to leave Romania, provided he stay within Europe's ID-check-free Schengen zone, which Romania partially joined in March. He was previously banned from various prominent social media platforms for allegedly expressing misogynistic views and for hate speech. from World News Headlines, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/56HiJa7

The world's first wooden satellite has been built by Japanese researchers who said their tiny cuboid craft will be blasted off on a SpaceX rocket in September. It will be sent into space on a SpaceX rocket from the Kennedy Space Center in September, bound for the International Space Station (ISS), they said. from World News Headlines, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/qm0N2if

Actor Robert De Niro clashed with supporters of former President Trump outside a Manhattan courthouse, calling them gangsters. The incident occurred after a press conference related to Trump's trial for hush money payments. from World News Headlines, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/z4lYrVg

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Ukraine retracted its statement about French military instructors arriving soon, clarifying ongoing discussions with France and other allies. The defense ministry said it is preparing necessary documents to expedite coordination once a decision is made, aiming to avoid bureaucratic delays. Talks with Paris and others continue to finalize the issue. from World News Headlines, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/XCmG6KB

Ukraine's top commander signed paperwork allowing French military instructors to visit Ukrainian training centres. Oleksandr Syrskyi welcomed France's initiative on Telegram, enabling the first instructors to familiarize themselves with infrastructure and personnel. Syrskyi gave no further details but said he believed that France's determination would encourage other partners to join this "ambitious project". from World News Headlines, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/otVqTz4

World Health Organisation chief Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus highlighted the establishment of the Global Traditional Medicine Centre in India and the hosting of the first global summit on traditional medicine in 2023 during the 77th World Health Assembly in Geneva. The Global Centre for Traditional Medicine, supported by an investment of $250 million from India, aims to leverage traditional medicine worldwide through modern science and technology for better health outcomes. from World News Headlines, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/M4BoAzJ

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The US urges China to show restraint in military drills near Taiwan. China's war games, named 'Joint Sword - 2024A,' provoked Taiwan. China sees Taiwan as its territory and conducted the exercises after Lai Ching-te's inauguration as Taiwan's president. from World News Headlines, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/eWlfTt7

A Russian airstrike targeted a hardware superstore in Kharkiv, a city in eastern Ukraine, on Saturday, resulting in the deaths of two individuals and injuries to 33 others, according to a report by the Kyiv Independent. The attack, which occurred during daylight hours, was denounced by Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, who emphasized that the target was "obviously civilian." from World News Headlines, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/g42ynhR

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The procedure he will undergo on Friday evening is elective and minimally invasive, "is not related to his cancer diagnosis and has had no effect on his excellent cancer prognosis," the press secretary said. from World News Headlines, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/J4D2vjK

Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and his team had assured the IMF mission they would implement all its conditions and expected to ink a staff-level agreement during this visit by the IMF team. The IMF mission, however, stated it would decide on whether or not to give Pakistan a bailout after approval of the country’s budget by parliament. from World News Headlines, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/iRvZTl9

In 2023, Indian nationals were the largest group to immigrate to the UK for work and study. The data from various sources illustrates the changing trends in immigration patterns, with a notable increase in non-EU arrivals and shifts in visa allocations, particularly in the health and care sector. from World News Headlines, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/VHriXKm

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​​Broadly speaking, recognising a state means declaring that it meets the conditions of statehood under international law. It typically opens a path to setting up diplomatic relations and an embassy there. ​​But the European countries appeared to be mostly concerned with expressing support for Palestinians and sending a message to Israel. from World News Headlines, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/jrsTZ1t

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King Charles, who is currently undergoing treatment for an undisclosed form of cancer, reportedly wishes to be unbothered, including from his younger son, Prince Harry. ​​The two met briefly when Harry visited London after learning of his father's diagnosis, but they did not meet during the Duke of Sussex's most recent trip to the UK. According to royal commentator Michael Cole, the king's decision not to meet with Harry was based on practicalities. "The king is facing an unspecified cancer. from World News Headlines, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/ydEtUpX

The UN has not specified how many people have stayed in Rafah since the Israeli military began its intensified assault there two weeks ago, but apparently several hundred thousand people remain. The World Food Program said it was also running out of food for central Gaza, where hundreds of thousands of Palestinians fleeing Rafah have sought shelter in a chaotic exodus, setting up new tent camps or crowding into areas already devastated by previous Israeli offensives. from World News Headlines, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/qZYof5V

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British MPs call for govt action on evasion of Russia sanctions by European companies. UK sees surge in fuel purchases from China, India, and Turkey, sourced from Russian oil. Concerns raised over loophole allowing Russian oil flow into UK. Questions on funding military aid for Ukraine and UK exports to Russia's neighbours. from World News Headlines, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/FtuCxHf

Raisi, 63, and Abdollahian were killed Sunday in a helicopter crash resulting from a "technical failure", Iranian state news media reported. They were travelling from Iran's border with Azerbaijan after inaugurating a dam project when their helicopter went down in a mountainous area near the city of Jolfa. Search and rescue teams scoured a rugged area of dense forest through rain and fog for hours before finding the crash site. There were no survivors. from World News Headlines, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/sHBCr1n

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Members of the UN Security Council, including the United States, observed a minute of silence on Monday in memory of Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi and his entourage who were killed in a helicopter crash. The UN Security Council dedicated a moment of silence in memory of the mass murdering president of Iran, Raisi. from World News Headlines, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/8KInhqP

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US and Iranian officials held talks in Oman to address escalating tensions in West Asia, following Iran's retaliatory attack on Israel. Discussions aimed to rein in Iran-backed militias, with US intelligence officials monitoring the situation to prevent a wider conflict. from World News Headlines, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/bEuMDzC

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Two attacks in Chiapas during Mexico's June municipal elections left 8 dead. Candidates survived but one was wounded. Violence escalates in Chiapas against politicians seeking office in June vote. Attacks occurred in Villa Corzo and Mapastepec. Previous ambush in La Concordia killed 6, including mayoral candidate Lucero Lopez. More than two dozen politicians killed since September last year. from World News Headlines, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/K9GZRV5

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Ukrainian gun commander Oleksandr Kozachenko awaits US ammunition for M777 howitzer amid Russian attacks. Delayed aid package hampers frontline units. President Zelensky warns of Russian offensive, territorial gains in Kharkiv. Calls for air defense support and stabilization in the region. from World News Headlines, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/MroB20I

US treasury secretary Janet Yellen will urge G7 finance officials to advance interest earnings from frozen Russian assets to quickly support Ukraine, according to a senior US treasury official. Ahead of Yellen's May 21-25 trip to Frankfurt and the G7 meeting in Stresa, Italy, the official noted progress toward a consensus on using approximately $300 billion in frozen Russian sovereign assets from the 2022 invasion. from World News Headlines, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/zdTvHJG

Ukraine's top commander warns of intense fighting in the Kharkiv region, where Russian forces are advancing to create a buffer zone. President Putin denies plans to capture Kharkiv but justifies the incursion due to alleged Ukrainian shelling of Russian border areas. Ukrainian forces brace for potential assaults in Sumy. Both sides engage in airstrikes and drone attacks. from World News Headlines, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/XTo41L3

A barge carrying fuel crashed near Galveston, spilling up to 2,000 gallons of oil, causing a bridge collapse and road closure. The US Coast Guard is investigating the incident, with no impacted wildlife reported. Cleanup efforts have recovered oily water mixture. The tugboat's disconnection is under investigation. from World News Headlines, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/fsYynhZ

Texas Governor Greg Abbott pardons Daniel Perry, a former US Army sergeant convicted of murder for shooting armed demonstrator Garrett Foster during 2020 protests, as recommended by the Texas Board of Pardons and Paroles. Travis County DA Jose Garza criticizes the decision, citing the 'Stand Your Ground' law and pressure from Tucker Carlson. from World News Headlines, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/nbgtrD5

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President Vladimir Putin on Wednesday hailed Russian advances in the Kharkiv region and the recapture of a symbolic town further south that was one of the only prizes of Ukraine's underwhelming counteroffensive last summer. But it also said it had recaptured the southern Ukrainian village of Robotyne, one of only a handful of settlements Kyiv retook at a huge cost in its summer counteroffensive last year. from World News Headlines, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/GAgLoON

France declared a state of emergency in New Caledonia due to deadly riots stemming from protests against electoral reform. The unrest erupted over a bill allowing long-term French residents to vote in provincial elections, sparking fears of diluting indigenous Kanak community influence. Prime Minister Gabriel Attal condemned the violence and vowed to restore order. The riots led to casualties and heightened security measures, including a curfew in the capital. from World News Headlines, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/Zlqnush

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UK government's immigration advisers published an independent rapid review of the graduate visa route on Tuesday, recommending that the visa, which allows international students to work or look for work in the UK for two years after graduation, not be scrapped. This came after a separate report had called for the route to be axed to bring down net migration figures. from World News Headlines, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/0AraLfM

Leaked data shows Pakistan's wealthy owning 17,000 to 22,000 properties worth USD 12.5 billion in Dubai. Tax authorities vow action against potential tax evasion related to these properties, amidst discussions on taxation laws and economic contrasts. from World News Headlines, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/Ewiqsay

Vovchansk faces intense battles with Russian army, mirroring Bakhmut and Avdiivka's fate. Kharkiv governor's concerns deepen as Moscow advances. President Zelenskyy updates on Ukrainian forces' struggles. Belgorod crisis escalates with casualties and evacuations. The town, whose pre-war population of 17,000 had dwindled to just 2,500 before Russia renewed its ground assault last week, has emerged as focus point as pitched battles engulf the Kharkiv and Donetsk regions. from World News Headlines, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/yEUDShP

Melinda French Gates declared her departure from the philanthropic powerhouse she co-founded with her former spouse, Microsoft's co-creator Bill Gates. Her resignation, set to take effect on June 7, will render Bill Gates the sole chair of one of the globe's most impactful and robust non-governmental entities. from World News Headlines, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/nshri6V

Aid workers strive to distribute supplies to displaced Palestinians in Rafah amid closed crossings. Israeli military intensifies operations focusing on tunnels along the border with Egypt. Memorial ceremonies at Mount Herzl cemetery honor fallen soldiers. The United Nations agency for Palestinian refugees reported that 360,000 Palestinians have left Rafah in the last week, out of a total of 1.3 million who were taking shelter there before the operation started, with many of them having already escaped conflict in other areas during the seven-month war between Israel and Hamas. from World News Headlines, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/jxpGnEa

Gunmen abducted 105 people in northwest Nigeria last week, demanding negotiations with the Zamfara state government instead of ransom payments, according to five families of the victims contacted by the armed men. The attackers seized residents from villages in Zamfara's Birnin-Magaji local government area. The families received calls from the abductors, urging the government to negotiate. Zamfara's information commissioner criticized individuals advocating for negotiations with the kidnappers, stating that the government rejected the proposed peace accord initiative. from World News Headlines, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/e6kZ1iJ

A police officer lost his life and over 100 individuals sustained injuries during violent protests in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir. The clashes were between security forces and protesters demonstrating against the high costs of wheat flour and electricity. The disputed region witnessed clashes between police and activists of a rights movement amid a strike. from World News Headlines, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/o9P5WuT

North Macedonia's first female president was inaugurated on Sunday, with the new nationalist leader promptly setting the tone in a speech that did not acknowledge the country's new name. But Gordana Siljanovska-Davkova's party, the nationalist VMRO-DPMNE, opposed the accord and have refused to acknowledge the country's new name. from World News Headlines, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/vjMP0xL

Earth was hit by stronger solar storms, causing amazing celestial light displays and posing risks to satellites and power grids. Coronal Mass Ejections (CMEs) from the Sun led to an extreme geomagnetic storm, affecting satellite services like Starlink. The events, which were the most powerful in twenty years, created auroras in northern Europe and Australasia. from World News Headlines, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/hJy08AM

A bus accident in St Petersburg killed seven when it plunged into the Moika River. The driver, overworked, faced a criminal investigation. The incident highlighted safety concerns in the city's bus services. from World News Headlines, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/WKJx6yj

The Israeli army said four soldiers were killed on Friday when an "explosive device" went off near a school in Gaza City. "The four soldiers were killed in the same incident, from an explosive device near a school in the area of Zeitoun", a southern neighbourhood of Gaza City, the military said. from World News Headlines, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/BqozQiW

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