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Diddy's ex-employee says she was kidnapped in rap mogul's plot to kill Kid Cudi

A former aide to Sean "Diddy" Combs testifies the hip-hop mogul threatened to kill her during her first day on the job and waved a gun as he kidnapped her years later in an angry rush to find and kill rapper Kid Cudi.

Published on: May 27, 2025 | Source: ABC Australia favicon ABC Australia

โ€˜Chaotic, sometimes dangerous placesโ€™ โ€“ why successful rehab for prisoners on remand will be hard to achieve

Nearly half of New Zealandโ€™s prison population is on remand. But these units are not suitable for successful rehabilitation, and most people are not eligible anyway.

Published on: May 27, 2025 | Source: The Conversation (Australia) favicon The Conversation (Australia)

Trump Administration Escalates Attack on Harvard by Ordering Federal Contract Terminations

The Trump administration orders federal agencies to cancel approximately $100 million in contracts with Harvard University, intensifying its campaign to dismantle the Ivy League institutionโ€™s funding and international student enrollment. Related: Trump Threatens to Cut $3 Billion in Harvard Grants, Redirecting Funds to Vocational Schools On May 27, 2025, the Trump administration escalated its assault [โ€ฆ]

Published on: May 27, 2025 | Source: Telesur English favicon Telesur English

Trump: Canada 'considering' free Golden Dome for its statehood

President Trump said on Tuesday that Canada is โ€œconsideringโ€ his offer of joining the United States as the 51st state in exchange for no-cost protection by the proposed โ€œGolden Domeโ€ missile defense system. โ€œI told Canada, which very much wants to be part of our fabulous Golden Dome System, that it will cost $61 Billion...

Published on: May 27, 2025 | Source: The Hill favicon The Hill

Frogs infected with deadly disease more likely to mate, study finds

University of Melbourne research shows male alpine tree frogs are breeding more when infected with the deadly chytrid fungus in an attempt to keep the species alive.

Published on: May 27, 2025 | Source: ABC Australia favicon ABC Australia

UK fraud โ€˜blightโ€™ prompts calls for action to protect consumers

Experts say a โ€˜systemicโ€™ solution is required as scammers adopt new methods and increase unauthorised losses

Published on: May 27, 2025 | Source: Financial Times - World favicon Financial Times - World

New U.S.-backed aid distribution system in Gaza quickly overwhelmed

The new aid distribution system in Gaza was quickly overwhelmed by Palestinians who for 11 weeks have been blocked from assistance. The Gaza Humanitarian Foundation, backed by the U.S. and Israel, says the old UN-led system allowed Hamas to flourish. But humanitarian groups say the new system is incapable of alleviating the suffering of Gazans. Nick Schifrin discussed more with Ciarรกn Donnelly.

Published on: May 27, 2025 | Source: PBS NewsHour favicon PBS NewsHour

Trump is losing patience with Putin but unsure of his next move

Lawmakers see an opening for more sanctions on Russia, but the president is undecided.

Published on: May 27, 2025 | Source: Politico Europe favicon Politico Europe

A look at Trump’s controversial pardons for political allies and loyalists

In his second term, President Trump has moved to pardon many who are considered to be loyal to him, from local Republican officials convicted of fraud to Jan. 6 rioters. The New York Times reported that Trump pardoned a Florida businessman convicted of tax evasion after his mother attended a million dollar per-plate fundraising dinner at Mar-a-Lago. Laura Barrรณn-Lรณpez discussed more with Liz Oyer.

Published on: May 27, 2025 | Source: PBS NewsHour favicon PBS NewsHour

Agencies ax some COVID vaccine recommendations

Presented by The Coalition to Strengthen America's Healthcare {beacon} Health Care Health Care The Big Story RFK Jr. ends COVID vax guidance for kids, pregnant women Health and Human Services Secretary (HHS) Robert F. Kennedy Jr. announced Tuesday that his agency would no longer be recommending routine COVID-19 vaccines for children and pregnant women,...

Published on: May 27, 2025 | Source: The Hill favicon The Hill

Swimmer becomes first to circumnavigate Martha’s Vineyard ahead of ‘Jaws’ 50th anniversary

Lewis Pugh became the first person to swim all the way around the island.

Published on: May 27, 2025 | Source: PBS NewsHour favicon PBS NewsHour

NPR CEO discusses suing Trump administration over order targeting funding

NPR and three Colorado public radio stations filed suit against the Trump administration in federal court over his executive order targeting funding for NPR, PBS and the Corporation for Public Broadcasting. The lawsuit contends Trump's order is a violation of the First Amendment. Geoff Bennett discussed more with NPR President and CEO Katherine Maher.

Published on: May 27, 2025 | Source: PBS NewsHour favicon PBS NewsHour

Police fear gunman on loose after reports of shots in Kingaroy

A man thought to be armed is believed to be travelling in a vehicle with fake number plates in the regional Queensland town of Kingaroy.

Published on: May 27, 2025 | Source: ABC Australia favicon ABC Australia

University of the People offers students a new and affordable college experience

The cost of a college education has been under scrutiny amid crippling levels of student debt. That's also true in some cases for online degrees of dubious quality and outcomes. Special correspondent Fred de Sam Lazaro reports on an effort to create an accessible, affordable and global university that's getting attention as an online alternative. It's part of our series, Rethinking College.

Published on: May 27, 2025 | Source: PBS NewsHour favicon PBS NewsHour

Phillips says he urged Pritzker, Whitmer to run for president in 2024

Former Rep. Dean Phillips (D-Minn.), who ran against former President Biden for the Democratic nomination last year, said he urged Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker and Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer to launch their own 2024 challenges before entering the race himself. In a piece published Thursday in The Free Press, Phillips reflected on the new reporting...

Published on: May 27, 2025 | Source: The Hill favicon The Hill

House AI regulation ban divides GOP

{beacon} Technology Technology The Big Story What to know about the GOP push to ban state AI laws House Republicans pushed forward last week with a bid to ban state regulation of artificial intelligence (AI), sparking debate among the tech community and lawmakers over its implications for the emerging tech. Greg Nash The proposal passed...

Published on: May 27, 2025 | Source: The Hill favicon The Hill

Ireland Moves to Ban Israeli Products from Occupied Palestinian Territories: A Bold Stand Against Imperialism

Ireland takes a historic step by approving legislation to ban imports from Israeli settlements in occupied Palestinian territories, urging Europe to pressure Israel to end its war crimes in Gaza and support Palestinian rights. Related: Israeli Bombing Kills Civilians in Khan Yunis as Gaza Death Toll Surges On May 27, 2025, Ireland made a decisive [โ€ฆ]

Published on: May 27, 2025 | Source: Telesur English favicon Telesur English

Live: ASX to rise, Wall Street surges on Donald Trump's EU tariff delay

The Australian share market is set to rise ahead of the latest ABS inflation figures and a likely interest rate cut by the Reserve Bank of New Zealand. Wall Street surges on US President Donald Trump's decision to delay a proposed tariff hike on European Union imports. Follow live.

Published on: May 27, 2025 | Source: ABC Australia favicon ABC Australia

South Korea: New Reform Party Addresses Rights Questions

Click to expand Image Officials demonstrate ballot counting during a simulation of election procedures for the presidential election at South Korea's National Election Commission in Gwacheon, April 10, 2025. 2025 Kim Jae-Hwan/SOPA Images/LightRocket via Getty Images (Seoul) โ€“South Koreaโ€™s New Reform Party responded to a Human Rights Watch questionnaire on key human rights issues facing the South Korean people, Human...

Published on: May 27, 2025 | Source: Human Rights Watch favicon Human Rights Watch

World-first CRISPR gene therapy could 'transform' treatment for rare diseases

Scientists have used personalised gene-editing therapy to successfully treat a baby with a rare genetic condition. Could this technique help to unlock treatments for others?

Published on: May 27, 2025 | Source: ABC Australia favicon ABC Australia

US pauses student visa processing amid plans to up social media vetting

Latest Trump administration move comes amid wider pressure campaign against top universities, targeting of students.

Published on: May 27, 2025 | Source: Al Jazeera Middle East favicon Al Jazeera Middle East

Judge strikes down Trump order against WilmerHale

A federal judge on Tuesday struck down President Trump's executive order targeting the law firm WilmerHale, the third such ruling deeming the president's pointed attacks against Big Law firms he perceives to be his enemies unconstitutional. U.S. District Judge Richard Leon, appointed by George W. Bush, called an independent judiciary and bar willing to tackle...

Published on: May 27, 2025 | Source: The Hill favicon The Hill

Tasmanian government to drop treaty process and focus on truth-telling

The Tasmanian government will fund the establishment of truth-telling and healing commissioners, but it will no longer pursue a treaty with Tasmanian Aboriginal people.

Published on: May 27, 2025 | Source: ABC Australia favicon ABC Australia

Ireland moves to ban trade with Israeli-occupied territories

Ireland moves to ban trade with Israeli-occupied territories The Irish government approved on Tuesday the drafting of a bill to ban the import of goods from Israeli settlements considered illegal under international law, an unprecedented move for a European Union member. The move comes after the International Court of Justice last year said Israeli occupation of the West Bank, East Jerusalem and Gaza Strip was illegal...

Published on: May 27, 2025 | Source: Middle East Eye favicon Middle East Eye

Trump closes in on cutting government ties with Harvard

President Trump is pulling out all the stops in his battle against Harvard University, effectively terminating the federal governmentโ€™s relationship with the countryโ€™s oldest and richest university. Trump has ordered all federal agencies to end their contracts with Harvard, a move that comes after the school filed two lawsuits against his administration, one over...

Published on: May 27, 2025 | Source: The Hill favicon The Hill

Ministers explore plans to ease rules for small builders in England

Industry welcomes drive to unblock development but warns mortgage lending reform is still needed

Published on: May 27, 2025 | Source: Financial Times - World favicon Financial Times - World

National park visitors to be encouraged to report 'negative' depictions under new order

The order also calls for certain sites that have been removed or changed since 2020 to be reinstated.

Published on: May 27, 2025 | Source: The Hill favicon The Hill

Sudan says cholera outbreak killed 172 people in a week

Water treatment stations attacked by RSF unable to provide clean water in Khartoum state, where 95 percent of cases are.

Published on: May 27, 2025 | Source: Al Jazeera Middle East favicon Al Jazeera Middle East

Gagged scientist speaks out over WA government's claims in rock art report

A leading scientist expresses "grave concern" about "unacceptable interference" in a major study of the impacts of industrial emissions on ancient Aboriginal rock carvings.

Published on: May 27, 2025 | Source: ABC Australia favicon ABC Australia

De Minaur cruises at Roland Garros as fellow Aussie prevails in five-setter

Alex de Minaur launches his French Open bid with a predictable win, but Adam Walton joining him in the next round is a pleasant surprise.

Published on: May 27, 2025 | Source: ABC Australia favicon ABC Australia

US vows to use โ€˜every toolโ€™ in crackdown on international students

Trump administration moves to slow applications amid deepening stand-off with universities

Published on: May 27, 2025 | Source: Financial Times - World favicon Financial Times - World

US judge temporarily bars Trump admin from ending NYC congestion pricing

The ruling comes as US Secretary of Transportation Sean Duffy is set to pause federal funds to New York state.

Published on: May 27, 2025 | Source: Al Jazeera Middle East favicon Al Jazeera Middle East

First Nations group seeks local treaty in Victorian premier's electorate

Central Victorian traditional owner group Dja Dja Wurrung has taken a "historic" step towards seeking a state-first local treaty with the government.

Published on: May 27, 2025 | Source: ABC Australia favicon ABC Australia

Who could replace Tuberville in the Senate

Alabama Sen. Tommy Tubervilleโ€™s (R) announcement that he plans to run for governor next year will open up his Senate seat to potentially an array of candidates. Tuberville is the second Senate Republican so far to reveal they wonโ€™t seek reelection to their seat in 2026, after Sen. Mitch McConnell (R-Ky.) announced in February his...

Published on: May 27, 2025 | Source: The Hill favicon The Hill

As a symbol for reconciliation in 2000, the Bridge Walk exceeded expectations

The Council for Aboriginal Reconciliation planned a symbolic march across the Sydney Harbour Bridge in May 2000. About a quarter of a million people turned up.

Published on: May 27, 2025 | Source: ABC Australia favicon ABC Australia