The man convicted of stabbing Salman Rushdie on a New York lecture stage in 2022, leaving the prizewinning author blind in one eye, was sentenced Friday to serve 25 years in prison.

President Donald Trump has fired off a new barrage ridiculing megastar Taylor Swift.

Oxfordshire Fire and Rescue Service's chief fire officer choked with emotion and appeared to be fighting back tears as he told 'with a heavy heart' of the 'unwavering bravery' of his colleagues.

Unregulated nasal tanning sprays -which are popular on TikTok - pose long term health risks according to experts.

Sean ' Diddy ' Combs' attorneys are expected to conclude their cross-examination of his ex-girlfriend and main accuser Cassie Ventura on Friday.

Congress leader Udit Raj criticized P Chidambaram for questioning the INDIA bloc's future, suggesting he should contribute more to the party's strength. Chidambaram's doubts about the alliance's cohesion have fueled BJP's criticism, with BJP leaders asserting the opposition coalition lacks a shared vision and is driven by self-interest, further claiming its inevitable downfall.

In a rare move, the Supreme Court Bar Association (SCBA) did not hold a farewell for retiring Justice Bela M Trivedi, drawing public criticism from Chief Justice of India BR Gavai. He expressed regret over the SCBA's departure from tradition, praising Justices Sibal and Srivastava for attending despite the decision. “I must deprecate openly, because I believe in speaking plainly,” Chief Justice Gavai said.

Dr. Walter Ladwig characterizes the recent India-Pakistan conflict, sparked by the Pahalgam attack and Operation Sindoor, as a pivotal moment in global security. He highlights Operation Sindoor as indicative of India's newly assertive military stance against cross-border terrorism. Ladwig notes the US favoring India, while China remains Pakistan's key military ally, complicating prospects for external mediation.

The Congress party faces renewed criticism from the BJP after P. Chidambaram's pessimistic assessment of the INDIA bloc's future. His remarks provided ammunition for the BJP to attack the Congress and the opposition coalition. The BJP labeled the INDIA bloc as an opportunistic alliance and questioned Congress's leadership.

Yan Gagin added that Russian servicemen continue to fulfill their combat missions to liberate communities in the DPR

Washington reportedly plans to use medical checks to vet its military for troops with gender dysphoria Read Full Article at RT.com

Moscow and Kiev have reached a mutual understanding to continue negotiations after Istanbul talks, Hakan Fidan has said Read Full Article at RT.com

TEHRAN – Access and affordability of the internet, digital devices, and technologies have the power to accelerate progress across every sector of society. However, they remain out of reach for some 2.6 billion people, the majority of whom are women.

Libreville, 15 mai 2025 — Le ministre d'État, ministre des Transports, de la Marine Marchande et de la Logistique, a réuni ce mercredi les directeurs généraux des entités sous tutelle, afin de faire le point sur les projets en cours et accélérer la mise en œuvre des réformes prioritaires. Au cœur des échanges : efficacité, célérité et responsabilité dans l'action publique. Première urgence évoquée : la situation de l'aéroport international Léon Mba. Une visite technique est annoncée, (...) - TRANSPORTS / SUJET_ECRIT_MAISON

Une soixantaine d'agents de l'Agence gabonaise de sécurité alimentaire (AGASA) ont été formés aux bonnes pratiques d'hygiène, une semaine durant. Ils ont reçu des attestations de formations des mains de leur Directeur Général, Dr Jean Delors Biyogue Bi Ntougou, ce jeudi 15 mai 2025, à Libreville, à leur siège. Finie la théorie, attestation en main, les soixante agents seront déployés sur le terrain pour veiller à la sécurité alimentaire des populations. Ils vont veiller à ce que chaque (...) - SOCIETE / SUJET_ECRIT_MAISON

Depuis deux jours, le Ministre des Travaux Publics et de la Construction, Edgard Moukoumbi, a engagé une série de rencontres avec les différentes Directions Générales de son département. Ces séances de travail avaient un objectif principal : l'état des lieux et comprendre le fonctionnement de ces départements en prenant leur pouls afin de connaître les défis et besoins auxquels ils font face ; tout en exposant sa vision pour ce ministère, conformément aux instructions de la plus Haute (...) - INFRASTRUCTURES / SUJET_ECRIT_MAISON

Mogadishu (HOL) — The United Nations Security Council has failed to authorize a critical funding framework for the African Union's new peace mission in Somalia, missing a self-imposed May 15 deadline and casting doubt on the operation's viability before its scheduled launch.

Hargeisa (HOL) — Somaliland President Abdirahman Mohamed Abdillahi Irro has ordered the release of at least 150 people detained during Thursday’s violent protests in Burao and directed a formal investigation into the unrest, which left two people dead and more than 40 injured.

It was in 1982, while languishing in a prison cell, that Mohamed Aden Sheikh, a cardiologist and Somalia’s then-health minister, realized that something had gone terribly wrong with his country. It had just been defeated in a war with Ethiopia, hundreds of thousands of Somali refugees had arrived from territories Somalia had tried to annex, the economy had flatlined and inflation rates were on their way to the moon. But it was his own imprisonment, along with that of several other senior Cabinet members in a major purge, that really drove the message home.

[New Times] The National Bank of Rwanda (BNR) on Thursday, May 15, announced that it would maintain its key interest rate at 6.5 per cent, citing easing energy markets and contained inflationary pressures.

[New Times] Rapper AmaG The Black joined comedians Umushumba, Muhinde, and Pirate to headline the latest edition of the Gen-Z Comedy Show, held on Thursday, May 15. The bimonthly event brought together music and stand-up for a night of sharp punchlines and high energy.

[New Times] US President Donald Trump's Senior Advisor for Africa, Massad Boulos, said on Thursday, May 15, that he held discussions with President Paul Kagame and Congolese President Félix Tshisekedi on the developments of a proposed peace agreement expected to be signed in June.

The public showed strong interest in the recent sale of Íslandsbanki shares, with over 31,000 individuals participating in the government’s auction, which concluded yesterday. According to a statement from the Ministry of Finance, nearly all the shares offered by the state were subscribed to by the public.

Moscow’s delegation is satisfied with the outcome of the talks and is ready to continue contacts, Vladimir Medinsky said Read Full Article at RT.com

The Russian Defense Ministry has showcased interceptions of Ukraine’s ‘Baba Yaga’ bomber drones Read Full Article at RT.com

Russian and Ukrainian teams have discussed ceasefire options, a POW exchange and a potential next meeting, Moscow’s top negotiator has said Read Full Article at RT.com

The Russian capital will host international talks focused on combating cyber terrorism and protecting critical information infrastructure Read Full Article at RT.com

Russia has handed 909 bodies to Ukraine in exchange for the remains of 34 servicemen, a lawmaker has said Read Full Article at RT.com

According to UNICEF Regional Director for Middle East and North Africa Edouard Beigbeder, only in the past two months, more than 950 children have reportedly been killed in strikes across the Gaza Strip

As of 04:00 p.m. Moscow time, before the statements by the parties, the MOEX index was down 1.76%

Vladimir Medinsky said that each side would present its vision of a possible future ceasefire, laying it out in detail

The official yuan exchange rate was raised to 11.16 rubles

The Zapad 2025 Russia-Belarus drills will become the main combat training exercise for the regional grouping of forces this year