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The consumer price index excluding fresh food fell by 0.4 percentage points, reflecting a moderation in underlying price pressures for households.

Police chief Scott Wahl confirms the shooting is being treated as a hate crime, while community leaders honour the men who delayed teenage assailants during the attack on the city’s largest mosque.

Washington cites national security risks linked to China and Russia, while Havana warns of a bloodbath and China opposes external interference.

The European Union faces renewed calls for action after footage emerged of Israel’s National Security Minister heckling Gaza-bound detainees, prompting a joint request from two key member states.

The National Police and Armed Forces have pledged immediate intervention following the deaths of 10 farmworkers in Trujillo and six officers in Cortes, exposing the fragility of security reforms under President Nasry “Tito” Asfura.

Washington accuses Havana of sponsoring terrorism and imposes an effective oil blockade, while Cuban officials deny any threat and accuse the US of instigating military aggression.

Al-Nassr finishes two points clear of Al Hilal on the final day of the season, while the Public Investment Fund signals a retreat from high-cost sports investments.

Nickolay Mladenov tells the UN Security Council that reconstruction financing is contingent on Hamas laying down arms, warning of a fractured territory where millions remain trapped in rubble.

The US president’s announcement on Truth Social overturns earlier reports of a cancelled mission, underscoring the administration’s conditional approach to NATO commitments amid broader geopolitical pressures.

Violent protests at Rwampara General Hospital underscore the challenges of managing a public health emergency in Ituri province, where authorities face deep-seated scepticism regarding the virus and international aid efforts.

Official investigation concludes institutional failures contributed to the deaths of a student and boat captain in Henoko waters.

Kyiv asserts Security Service of Ukraine targeted Russian security services headquarters, though figures remain unverified amid ongoing conflict.

Diplomatic tensions rise as activists recount mistreatment, prompting nations to summon Israeli envoys amid ongoing blockade dispute.

As a host city for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, New York is utilising a lottery system to manage access to association football matches, with each ticket priced at $50.

As France marks 25 years since recognising slavery as a crime against humanity, Emmanuel Macron endorses symbolic repeal of 17th and 18th-century royal decrees, urging government to take up the bill.

Locals torch facility in outbreak epicentre, highlighting governance challenges amid a public health emergency declared by the World Health Organization.

The Liberal Democratic Party has launched a new parliamentary league to advance the key policies of the Kishida administration, a move that analysts suggest may also serve to consolidate the prime minister’s internal support ahead of next year’s leadership election.

NHK reports that several suspects in the Kami-Mikawa incident have told investigators they regret their actions, following the death and injury of a family of three.

The 192-page analysis of the 2024 presidential defeat contains significant omissions and annotations questioning its own claims, with DNC leadership refusing to validate its contents.

With citizens in Bolivia and Kenya unable to cope with surging prices, nations face difficult choices between economic stability and fiscal responsibility.

As Tehran reviews a revised peace plan, President Donald Trump alternates between signalling an hour away from resuming strikes and advocating for a prolonged economic and military campaign in the Strait of Hormuz.

The incident marks a significant escalation in tensions surrounding the Gaza blockade, with international actors questioning the extent of future diplomatic or economic action against Israel.

New releases at the festival examine institutional repression and personal bravery through the lenses of the Spanish Civil War and the First World War.

Reporters from France 24 interviewed attendees on 21 May 2026 to assess expectations for the Cannes Film Festival’s highest honour.

Nearly three-quarters of Democratic voters oppose military assistance to Israel, highlighting a significant generational and ideological divide within the US political landscape.

The media outlet’s list highlights athletes who overcame humble origins, detailing their statistical achievements and political involvements in the lead-up to the North American tournament.

Saudi Arabia is hosting 1.5 million pilgrims for the first Hajj held during active hostilities, relying on Patriot missiles and layered air defences while Western nations issue travel warnings.

The initiative, sourced from the joint host committee allotment rather than FIFA, covers seven of eight New York-area fixtures and includes free transport to MetLife Stadium.

Interior Minister Shabana Mahmood cites restored order, while employers warn of sectoral labour shortages

Leading players including Aryna Sabalenka and Coco Gauff have curtailed media engagement ahead of a scheduled meeting with organisers over revenue share disputes.

Al Jazeera reports that locals are calling for justice following the incident that claimed at least 156 lives, as tensions between Washington and Tehran continue to escalate.

The albino buffalo, intended for sacrifice during the Islamic festival, has become a viral sensation following reports it was genetically modified to be an albino.

The UK has summoned Israel’s charge d’affaires, while Poland and Italy call for sanctions against National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir following the interception of a pro-Palestinian aid convoy in international waters.

The exercises, which saw the launch of Yars, Zircon and Sineva missiles, mark a significant escalation in military coordination between Moscow and Minsk, prompting heightened alerts along the Ukrainian frontier.

The England and Wales Cricket Board has confirmed the Afghanistan women’s refugee side will tour in June, marking a significant policy shift following years of exclusion under the Taliban regime.

The European Commission has downgraded its 2026 growth outlook to 0.9 percent, while S&P Global data reveals the fastest private sector contraction in over two years, driven by surging input costs and weakening demand.

Oscar-winning actor reflects on the demands of portraying a New York performance artist during the AIDS crisis, comparing the experience to his previous turn as Freddie Mercury.

With US President Donald Trump warning that negotiations are “borderline” between diplomacy and military strikes, Islamabad steps up efforts to narrow gaps over Iran’s nuclear programme and regional proxy networks.

Arsenal end a two-decade drought following Manchester City’s draw with Bournemouth, with Mikel Arteta reflecting on self-doubt and perseverance ahead of the Champions League final.

Aerial bombardments and drone activity along the 1,200-kilometre frontline are disrupting avian populations, prompting rescue efforts by volunteers and soldiers.

The company’s proposed share sale could value the enterprise at $1.75 trillion, a figure that would potentially make founder Elon Musk the world’s first trillionaire.

Authorities in Hyogo Prefecture have classified the deaths of a parent and child found in a residential property as murder, setting up a dedicated task force to coordinate the inquiry.

Internal panic spreads within the Labour Party following bruising election losses, while Nigel Farage’s Reform UK gains ground, raising questions about the country’s readiness for a seventh prime minister in a decade.