'I didn't have time, Mum!' His mother Erin*, however, isn't complaining. She's relishing every moment. Because until last November, Erin hadn't seen her son for six years.

The Wall Street Journal has reported that 46-year-old China-born Changli 'Sophia' Luo has been charged with four counts, including blackmail, extortion and destruction of records, in federal court.

The aspiring model testified before Democratic members of the House Oversight Committee Tuesday as part of the congressional probe into the handling of the Epstein files.

D4vd, real name David Anthony Burke, sat stone-faced on Tuesday as his murder trial was once again delayed so that both sides can continue sifting through mounds of evidence.

Jason Collins, the NBA's first openly gay player, has passed away after a harrowing battle with a brain tumor. He was 47-years-old and just one year removed from his wedding.

Cinq prévenus comparaissent ce mardi devant le tribunal correctionnel de Papeete dans une affaire d’importation d’ice entre les États-Unis et la Polynésie française. Dans son réquisitoire, la procureure a dénoncé une « délinquance organisée » profitant de personnes vulnérables, notamment des femmes recrutées comme transporteuses.

Le tribunal administratif de la Polynésie française a condamné la commune de Paea à indemniser l’association Octo Fighting League. En 2025, le maire avait illégalement refusé de louer une salle pour un événement de MMA, jugeant cette discipline trop brutale pour sa jeunesse.

L'île de Tahiti fait face à un épisode pluvieux exceptionnel qui bouscule l'intersaison. La situation est d'autant plus préoccupante que ces averses durent depuis plusieurs jours, entraînant une saturation critique des sols. Face à des rivières déjà hautes, la prudence est requise car même de faibles pluies pourraient désormais causer des dégâts majeurs.

Conséquences de la mauvaise météo ces dernières 24 heures, à Papeari, un éboulement a perturbé le réseau d’eau potable. Depuis hier soir, l'eau courante a été coupée. Dès les premières heures de la matinée ce mardi, les agents techniques étaient mobilisés sur les canalisations pendant que d'autres équipes distribuaient des bouteilles d’eau aux habitants.

Zhang Hanhui emphasized that China supports maintaining the ceasefire and continuing negotiations

In 2026, Ukrainian forces carried out 3,475 shellings using artillery, rocket launchers, mortars, and tanks

The US leader did not provide a clear answer when asked whether he was prepared to abandon the ceasefire with Iran

Group press center head Leonid Sharov added that the battlegroup also destroyed 48 drone control points and 2 Starlink terminals

Russian President Vladimir Putin previously said Moscow benefits from constructive cooperation between Beijing and Washington

A 37-year-old man will be charged in court on Wednesday (May 13) for allegedly making more than 1,035 silent calls to police hotlines in April this year.In a news release on Tuesday night, police said the man made multiple silent calls to several Neighbourhood Police Centres between April 21 and 28, adding that he took «elaborate measures» to conceal his identity, including using a foreign number to make the calls, while remaining silent.Officers from Woodlands Police Division identified and arrested him on May 11 following extensive ground enquiries.If found guilty of obstructing a public servant in the discharge of public functions, he could be jailed for up to six months, fined up to $2,500, or both.The offence of transacting a SIM card registered using another person's personal information for criminal activity carries a fine of up to $10,000, jail of up to three years, or both.Police warned that they take a serious view of those who make false or silent calls to police hotlines to obstruct officers in carrying out their duties.They added that no effort will be spared to trace and prosecute such callers in court where necessary.

A multi-vehicle accident involving a trailer and three lorries on the Ayer Rajah Expressway (AYE) towards Tuas on Monday (May 11) night left 17 people injured, including three persons who were trapped.The accident happened at about 9.25pm before the Corporation Road exit. Videos of the accident show a 14-foot lorry rear-ended by a lorry crane. Another lorry was stopped ahead of the two heavy vehicles, with a mangled canopy lying on the road shoulder.Singapore Civil Defence Force (SCDF) personnel were seen climbing into the 14-lorry to reach someone trapped in the cabin. The lorry's door also appear to have been pried open.Meanwhile, a trailer was stopped about three-car lengths ahead of the three lorries. At least one SCDF fire engine, one light fire attack vehicle, one rescue tender and at least one ambulance were seen at the scene.In response to AsiaOne's queries, the police and SCDF said 17 persons, aged between 31 and 50, were taken conscious to two hospitals — six to the National University Hospital, while another 11 persons to Ng Teng Fong General Hospital.Police investigations are ongoing.[[nid:735648]]

The Health Sciences Authority (HSA) arrested a 17-year-old male teenager for alleged repeat etomidate use and fined three others for vaping-related offences during a joint enforcement operation with the police in Punggol on April 30.In a news release on Wednesday (May 13), HSA said the operation was part of its ongoing enforcement patrols to detect vaping-related offences. Three persons, aged between 11 and 29, comprising two males and one female, were caught and fined for vaping. PHOTO: HSA HSA said its officers caught and fined the trio, comprising two male and one female, for vaping. The youngest is a 11-year-old, with the oldest being 29 years old.The authority said the arrested 17-year-old later tested positive for etomidate.

Nationwide, over 12.4 lakh chemists are set to strike on May 20, protesting online medicine sales and deep discounts. The All India Organisation of Chemists and Druggists highlights patient safety concerns, citing unregulated sales and potential misuse of prescriptions. They demand the withdrawal of specific government relaxations, fearing the impact on local pharmacies and healthcare access.

Congress leadership is nearing a decision to end Kerala's week-long Chief Minister deadlock after internal party discussions. Senior leaders, including Rahul and Sonia Gandhi, are expected to finalize the successor to the Left Front's decade-long rule. The prolonged uncertainty has somewhat dulled the UDF's election victory, with three prominent figures vying for the top post.

Rahul Gandhi registered a strong dissent against the CBI director selection process, calling it a «biased exercise» and a «mere formality.» He alleged the government denied him crucial information, including candidate appraisal reports, preventing a meaningful role. Gandhi stated he would not be a «rubber stamp» and boycotted the meeting.

Responding to Pakistan's warning, Indian Navy chief-designate Vice Admiral Krishna Swaminathan stated that India is prepared to counter any «misadventure» from across the border, emphasizing that such actions originate from there. He highlighted India's stance against terrorism, particularly from foreign soil, and underscored the Indian Navy's role as the guardian of the increasingly contested Indo-Pacific maritime domain.

RSS leader Dattatreya Hosabale stated that every Hindu voter became a Hindu worker in West Bengal, viewing the assembly polls as a civilisational question. He emphasized that the organization faced hurdles and attacks due to its work for Hindus. Hosabale also advocated for people-to-people contact to improve India-Pakistan ties and dismissed calls to eradicate Sanatan Dharma.

Iran still maintains operational access to most of its missile sites along the Strait of Hormuz, according to the New York Times Read Full Article at RT.com

Exam nixed for 1st time since NTA took over in 2019

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has significantly reduced his motorcade size, aiming to inspire austerity across the government. The Special Protection Group is implementing this directive, cutting convoy vehicles by half while maintaining security standards. This move, coupled with the PM's call for reduced fuel and gold consumption, signals a broader push for cost-saving measures within ministries and departments.

Public sector oil companies are facing daily losses of Rs 1,000 crore, potentially forcing fuel price hikes soon. Minister Hardeep Singh Puri highlighted significant under-recoveries, warning that companies cannot sustain these losses indefinitely. While elections are not the reason for the freeze, a drop in crude prices or reopening of the Strait of Hormuz could offer relief.

Donald Trump’s previous Beijing trip occurred in 2017

Milorad Dodik also denied weapons from Republika Srpska are in Ukraine

Russian Foreign Minister will also likely discuss the Ukraine situation and settlement prospects

Joseph Aoun said he will cooperate with the international community to protect Lebanon's sovereignty and ensure complete Israeli troop withdrawal

14 people were injured