Economic strain and policy responses headline today’s digest, with Canadian consumer insolvencies hitting their highest level since 2009 and Indian SIP flows dipping amid global uncertainty as the Prime Minister urges fuel savings and deferred gold buying. Political and legal developments span an ED arrest of a senior TMC leader in West Bengal and a Nova Scotia MLA crossing the floor to the Liberals with leadership ambitions. Public safety cases in India and Canada, along with transport and gaming tech updates, round out a varied news cycle.
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Cole Allen, 31, entered a not‑guilty plea to charges of attempting to assassinate President Donald Trump during a White House press gala last month. The case moves forward as prosecutors detail the alleged attack and defense preparations begin.
Read full article →According to the Australian Broadcasting Corporation, negotiations between the United States and Iran have reached a stalemate, undermining expectations for a swift reopening of the Strait of Hormuz. President Donald Trump was quoted as seeking “complete victory,” signaling a hardening posture amid the impasse.
Read full article →The Associated Press reports that efforts to secure an Iran ceasefire have stalled, with President Donald Trump calling the truce “on life support” after rejecting Tehran’s latest proposal. The diplomatic setback comes ahead of his planned visit to China.
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The White House said Elon Musk, Tim Cook, Boeing’s Kelly Ortberg and other top executives are set to join President Donald Trump on his trip to China this week. The delegation is expected to participate in meetings on trade, technology and other strategic issues.
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Google identified what it describes as the first malicious use of AI to enable a zero-day two-factor authentication bypass in an open-source admin tool. The case highlights how AI can accelerate threat actor operations and raises new concerns for enterprise security.
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Google’s Threat Intelligence Group says it identified and stopped a zero-day exploit that was developed using AI. The company calls it the first evidence of an AI-assisted zero-day and has shared findings to strengthen defenses.
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CNBC reports that President Trump invited Elon Musk, Apple’s Tim Cook and BlackRock’s Larry Fink to join his upcoming trip to China for a summit with Xi Jinping. Discussions are expected to cover trade, artificial intelligence and broader geopolitical issues.
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Azernews reports that three people were killed and six injured in Israeli strikes in southern Lebanon on Monday despite a declared ceasefire. Local sources cited by the outlet said the attacks heightened tensions along the border.
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For his first second-term summit with China’s Xi Jinping, President Donald Trump invited prominent business leaders including Elon Musk, Tim Cook and Stephen Schwarzman. The talks are set against tensions over trade, the war in Iran, and the future of artificial intelligence, Forbes reports.
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A security researcher told The Verge he found roughly 1.1 million internet-accessible cameras made by Meari or using its platform. The exposure spans multiple consumer brands, raising privacy concerns for baby monitors and home security products.
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Testifying in the Musk v. Altman trial, Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella said Elon Musk never contacted him about alleged violations tied to Microsoft’s OpenAI partnership. Nadella discussed the origins of the collaboration during several hours of questioning in federal court in Oakland.
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Festus Gontebanye Mogae, Botswana’s third president who served from 1998 to 2008, has died at 86. He was widely praised for economic stewardship, according to the country’s current leadership.
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Consumer insolvencies reached 37,121 filings in the first quarter of 2026, the most since early 2009, according to the Office of the Superintendent of Bankruptcy. The figures underscore mounting household debt pressures as more Canadians seek formal relief.
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Research presented at ESOC 2026 indicates stroke incidence has risen since 2014, with Black people more than twice as likely to experience stroke compared with white people. Pharmacists are being urged to broaden blood pressure services to improve early detection and prevention.
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Al Jazeera examines who could challenge UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer amid talk of a possible leadership contest. The report profiles potential contenders and weighs their prospects and obstacles.
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A live updates feed tracks developments in US politics and the Iran conflict, with Donald Trump saying a ceasefire has only a “one percent” chance. The coverage follows ongoing diplomatic and security dynamics as events unfold.
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TikTok is reducing the rollout of its AI-generated video summaries after users reported bizarre and inaccurate captions. The move follows testing with a limited user group and renewed concerns about misinformation on the platform.
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The Enforcement Directorate arrested former West Bengal minister and TMC leader Sujit Bose in a money laundering probe linked to an alleged municipal recruitment scam. Officials said he was questioned for hours in Kolkata and that the agency would seek his custody.
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France’s President Emmanuel Macron announced a €23 billion investment package for Africa, focusing on energy transition, digital and AI, the maritime economy, and agriculture. The pledge was made during a two-day summit in Kenya aimed at deepening economic ties.
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South African President Cyril Ramaphosa is set to address the nation and is expected to announce he will take the Section 89 panel report on review. The report had indicated he might have breached the constitution in the Phala Phala matter.
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The Congressional Policy and Budget Research Department warned that rising food and transport costs could push about 396,000 low-income households below the poverty line. The study highlights how higher oil prices risk creating a wave of “new poor” without targeted support.
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Google disclosed that it disrupted a criminal group’s effort to use artificial intelligence to exploit another company’s previously unknown vulnerability. While details on the attackers and target were limited, the case underscores growing cybersecurity risks from AI-enabled threats.
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Keir Starmer pledged to bring Britain closer to the European Union as his government moves to ease trade restrictions. He also signaled support for a youth mobility deal allowing young people to work across the continent, while facing calls for his resignation.
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Himanta Biswa Sarma will be sworn in for a consecutive term, becoming Assam’s first non-Congress chief minister to do so. The feat contrasts with Prafulla Kumar Mahanta’s two non-consecutive AGP terms as the BJP consolidates its position in the state.
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Kevin Gonzalez, 18, who had stage 4 colon cancer, died in Mexico shortly after reuniting with his parents, who had been deported. The family had sought expedited deportation to be together, NBC News reports.
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The National Commission for Women criticized TCS’s Nashik office, alleging widespread harassment, religious denigration, and bullying, alongside a failure to comply with the POSH Act. The NCW said victims lacked a credible complaints mechanism, citing a climate of fear and pressure.
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Madison Biluk was taken into custody to serve a six‑year prison term after admitting to luring and sexually assaulting a teenage player. The case underscores ongoing concerns about safeguarding youth in sport.
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Gardaí began searching land in Rathfarnham as part of the inquiry into the unsolved 2009 murder of Liam Murray, a mechanic and property investor. Murray, 42, was found fatally wounded in his south Dublin home, and the case remains open after 17 years.
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Police in Brockville are asking the public for security or dashcam footage from May 7–8 as they investigate the deaths of a woman and her two teenage daughters. Officers found three bodies at a Cartier Court residence, and new information has expanded the scope of the inquiry.
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India’s Enforcement Directorate arrested former West Bengal minister Sujit Bose after a day of questioning in a municipality recruitment case. The action was taken under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act, according to News18.
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Myanmar’s post-coup leadership complained that ‘discriminatory measures’ are excluding the country from ASEAN after a summit that continued to blacklist the junta. The response highlights ongoing regional rifts over Myanmar’s crisis.
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Peacock has greenlit a Fast & Furious television series, announced by franchise star Vin Diesel during NBCUniversal’s upfronts. The series aims to expand legacy characters and bring the long-running film franchise to the small screen.
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi called on citizens to reduce fuel use, favor public transport and EVs, and consider deferring gold purchases amid disruptions linked to the West Asia crisis. He also encouraged work-from-home where possible to cut travel and conserve resources.
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World No. 3 Iga Świątek lost just three games to beat Naomi Osaka and improve to 3–1 in their head-to-head, advancing to the quarterfinals in Rome. She will face Jessica Pegula for a place in the semifinals.
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The Department of Agriculture in Davao Region outlined three strategies to prepare for El Niño, including a standby request for cloud seeding. Officials said moisture stress has already caused about P117 million in crop losses from January to March.
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President Cyril Ramaphosa will deliver a national address after the Constitutional Court ruling on the EFF’s challenge regarding Section 89 proceedings related to the Phala Phala matter. The speech is expected to outline the presidency’s response and next steps.
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Systematic Investment Plan inflows fell 3% in April to ₹31,115 crore, reversing March’s 7% rise amid weak global cues and geopolitical tensions. The number of contributing SIP accounts eased 0.7% to 9.64 crore after stagnating around 9.7 crore in prior months.
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Becky Druhan, an independent MLA and former justice minister, has joined the Nova Scotia Liberal Party and plans to run for leader. The Lunenburg West representative was previously elected under the Progressive Conservatives before leaving cabinet and caucus last fall.
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A new report highlights that nearly two in five workers are turning to unauthorized AI tools, echoing past ‘Shadow IT’ risks. Companies worry about data security, compliance, and accuracy when AI use circumvents approved workflows.
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The singer has filed a lawsuit in the United States seeking at least $15 million in damages, alleging Samsung used her image without permission to market television sets. The case centers on right-of-publicity claims and the brand’s advertising practices.
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NASA lunar scientists trained the Artemis 2 astronauts to describe observations in ways that maximize scientific value. The approach helped the crew view the moon differently and produced surprising insights during practice exercises.
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EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas opened a high-level meeting of the International Coalition for the Return of Ukrainian Children, stressing the humanitarian imperative. She referenced an estimate of about 20,000 children taken from their homes and called for coordinated international action.
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African Union Commission Chair Mahmoud Ali Youssouf reiterated the continent’s demand for permanent representation on the UN Security Council. The statement underscores long-standing calls for reform to reflect contemporary global realities.
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An unidentified man posing as a water purifier mechanic is suspected in multiple attempted assaults and robberies in Keshav Puram and Pitampura, officials said. Police registered a case under the BNS and are reviewing CCTV footage as neighborhood alerts spread.
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After Barcelona sealed a second consecutive La Liga crown with a 2-0 win over Real Madrid, coach Hansi Flick vowed to pursue Champions League success. The German manager addressed supporters with an emotional pledge, Goal reports.
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A new Multi‑Lane Free Flow tolling system debuted at the Mundka‑Bakkarwala plaza on UER‑II, aiming to cut congestion and reduce travel times for drivers in Delhi. The technology enables barrier‑less toll collection to streamline highway movement.
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Google will launch Google Finance in Europe this week, following introductions in the U.S. last August and India in November. The expansion continues the product’s AI-driven approach to financial information, PYMNTS reports.
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Nigeria has warned its nationals living in or traveling to Gauteng Province about a planned security crackdown by South African authorities. The advisory urges heightened caution and compliance with local directives while the operation is underway.
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Pakistan’s National Disaster Management Authority issued a nationwide alert for rain, hail, and thunderstorms in parts of Islamabad, Punjab, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Azad Kashmir, and Gilgit-Baltistan. Authorities cautioned the public to prepare for rapidly changing weather and potential heatwave conditions.
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The Ghana Medical Trust Fund said the MahamaCares program will not finance treatment abroad, directing patients to specialist referrals within approved hospitals nationwide. Administrators emphasized that support must be accessed through the domestic referral system.
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