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Rupee rises 18 paise to 96.18 against U.S. dollar in early trade
Rupee opened at 96.30 against the U.S. dollar, then touched 96.18 in early trade, up 18 paise from its previous close
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World
Deadly DR Congo Ebola outbreak spreads to militia-held South Kivu – Daily Trust
Deadly DR Congo Ebola outbreak spreads to militia-held South Kivu Daily TrustRed Cross volunteers die from suspected Ebola in DR Congo BBC‘Every health facility said they were full’: alarm over rapid spread…
World
Coroner’s Court, watchdog to probe delayed blood transfusion to girl with cancer
Hong Kong’s medical watchdog and the Coroner’s Court will examine an incident in which a young girl was left in a vegetative state and later died after a delayed blood…
Movies
Content creator Shelvin James on playing Parashu in the Basil Joseph-Tovino Thomas starrer ‘Athiradi’
Shelvin James on working with Basil Joseph in Arun Anirudhan’s Athiradi and his decade-long career in content creation
World
‘I got the cold sweats’: Victim speaks out after man sentenced in first AI porn prosecution in NZ – Stuff
‘I got the cold sweats’: Victim speaks out after man sentenced in first AI porn prosecution in NZ StuffFirst NZ sentencing for creating, sharing deepfake porn images 1NewsNZ is criminalising sexualised deepfakes…
Arts
NCT Member Fiercely Bashed For Still Using ChatGPT – Koreaboo
NCT Member Fiercely Bashed For Still Using ChatGPT Koreaboo
Economy
Alliance Laundry Systems eyes Philippine expansion, showcases ‘world-class’ hub to ASEAN Media – Manila Bulletin
Alliance Laundry Systems eyes Philippine expansion, showcases 'world-class' hub to ASEAN Media Manila Bulletin
World
Govt assures 85% of consumers protected from power tariff hikes – The Star | Malaysia
Govt assures 85% of consumers protected from power tariff hikes The Star | MalaysiaMalaysia’s energy supply secure despite global uncertainties, says PM Anwar The Straits TimesMalaysia Races to Secure Energy Supplies Through…
Technology
Texas sues Meta, WhatsApp over encryption privacy claims
“WhatsApp markets its services as secure and encrypted, but it does not deliver on those promises,” Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton said
رياضة محلية
Gaikwad ‘really proud’ of CSK’s performance in ‘transition phase’
MS Dhoni "will make the decision [on his future] in the best interest of the team and not for himself as an individual," says Eric Simons
Technology
Meta settles social media addiction case brought by rural Kentucky school district
Meta has settled the first of many lawsuits brought by school districts across the country that sued social media companies seeking compensation
Arts
$10 Kmart buy to stay warm at home warm this winter: ‘Totally worth it’ – Yahoo Lifestyle Australia
$10 Kmart buy to stay warm at home warm this winter: 'Totally worth it' Yahoo Lifestyle Australia
رياضة محلية
Soon Huat-Shevon battle financial, emotional strain after early exit – NST Online
Soon Huat-Shevon battle financial, emotional strain after early exit NST OnlineBadminton: Psychological pressure proves costly for independent duo Goh-Shevon The Star | MalaysiaSoon Huat-Shevon vow to fight their way back into RTG…
World
Leaders Xi, Putin meet over tea; rare earth find in northeast China: SCMP’s 7 highlights
We have selected seven stories from this week’s news across Hong Kong, mainland China, the wider Asia region and beyond that resonated with our readers and shed light on topical…
Politics
House GOP pulls Iran war resolution that appeared to have enough support to pass
Republicans are struggling to find the votes to dismiss legislation that would compel President Trump to withdraw from the war with Iran.
Economy
Kursaal takeover deal in Southend is finalised by Star Amusements – BBC
Kursaal takeover deal in Southend is finalised by Star Amusements BBC‘Exciting’ future for Southend landmark Gateway 97.8Take a look inside this endangered Grade II venue Yahoo News CanadaLease for Grade-II Southend building assigned UK…
Arts
Director Jack Neo to make stand-up comedy live show debut – CNA Lifestyle
Director Jack Neo to make stand-up comedy live show debut CNA Lifestyle
World
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Arts
Stephen Colbert takes final bow on ‘The Late Show’ with Paul McCartney as last guest
The beloved late-night host brought the curtain down on his CBS late-night series after 11 years, with appearances by several stars, including Bryan Cranston, Paul Rudd, Ryan Reynolds and Paul…
Ghana
MFWA Decries Wanton and Discriminatory Use of False News Laws
[MFWA] The Media Foundation for West Africa (MFWA) condemns the increasing spate of what appears to be the weaponisation of Section 76 of the Electronic Communications Act, 2008 (Act 775),…
Economy, Business and Finance
Kigali Airport Shuttle Service Enters Pilot Phase
[New Times] A shuttle service between Kigali International Airport and various parts of the city has been introduced on a pilot basis to test route efficiency, passenger demand and travel…
East Africa
Uganda: Uganda Confirms No New Ebola Cases Beyond Imported Infections
[Nile Post] The Ministry of Health has said Uganda has not registered any new Ebola cases apart from the two imported infections from the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), as…
East Africa
Uganda Rolls Out Major Ebola Containment Measures After Imported Cases
[Nile Post] Uganda has announced sweeping public health restrictions, including the suspension of flights, border transport, and weekly markets in high-risk districts, following confirmation of two imported Ebola cases linked…
Central Africa
Sudan, Chad Discuss Strengthening Cross-Border Health Cooperation
[SNA] GENEVA, May 21, 2026 (SUNA) - Federal Minister of Health Haitham Mohamed Ibrahim met with Chad's Minister of Public Health and Prevention, Dr. Abdelmadjid Abderahim, on the sidelines of…
Arts, Culture and Entertainment
Zimbabwe: Chivayo’s Ex-Wife Sonja to Spend Fourth Night in Custody As Bail Hearing Is Postponed
[New Zimbabwe] Controversial businessman Wicknell Chivayo's ex-wife, Sonja Madzikanda, will spend a fourth night in custody after her bail hearing failed to proceed Thursday following the absence of presiding magistrate…
World
Somalia, Turkey Discuss Stronger Media and Cultural Cooperation
[Shabelle] Mogadishu -- Somalia's Information Minister Abdifatah Qasim Mahmoud held talks on Wednesday with Turkish Ambassador to Somalia Alper Aktaş on strengthening bilateral cooperation in media, culture and communications, officials…
Climate
Tunisia: UN General Assembly Adopts Landmark Climate Resolution, Tunisia Abstains
[Tunis Afrique Presse] Tunis -- The United Nations General Assembly reached a major legal milestone on May 20, 2026, by adopting Resolution "A/80/L.65," which transforms climate commitments into international legal…
Arts, Culture and Entertainment
Nigeria: Mr Eazi, Temi Otedola Announce Pregnancy (Photos)
[Premium Times] In August 2025, the couple tied the knot at Hallgrímskirkja Church in Reykjavík, Iceland, three years after getting engaged.
Economy, Business and Finance
Uganda Suspends DR Congo Flights, Cross-Border Flea Markets and Transport
[Nile Post] Uganda has suspended flights, border transport and weekly markets in high-risk border districts after confirming two imported Ebola cases linked to the outbreak in eastern DR Congo, as…
East Africa
Sudan, South Sudan Ministers Stress Strengthening Joint Health Coordination
[SNA] GENEVA, May 21, 2026 (SUNA) - Federal Minister of Health Haitham Mohamed Ibrahim held a meeting with South Sudan's Minister of Health, Dr. Luke Thompson Thoan, on Thursday in…
Environment
Namibia: Windhoek Hit By 24-Hour Water Interruption
[Namibian] NAMWATER says residents of Windhoek and surrounding areas will experience a 24-hour water supply interruption after a major pipeline supplying the city was damaged Thursday morning.
Governance
Govt Targets Colonial Imbalances in Land Reform
[Namibian] The government is instituting land reform through key policies and laws to address historical injustices that have deprived many Namibians of access to productive land and economic opportunities.
Environment
South Africa: Western Cape Welcomes Disaster Classification Following Severe Weather
[SAnews.gov.za] The Western Cape Provincial Government has welcomed the classification of a provincial disaster following severe weather conditions that affected large parts of the province between 10 and 14 May…
Botswana
President Ramaphosa Concludes SA-Botswana BNC
[SAnews.gov.za] South Africa and Botswana have reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening political, economic and social cooperation, following the successful conclusion of the sixth Bi-National Commission (BNC) in Gaborone, on Thursday.
East Africa
South West State Cabinet Discusses Security and Development in Baidoa
[Shabelle] Baidoa, -- The interim leader of Somalia's South West State, Jibriil Abdirashiid Haji Abdi, chaired a cabinet meeting on Thursday in Baidoa focusing on security, humanitarian affairs and public…