Adel Mohsen, a Yemeni football enthusiast, struggles to watch the World Cup due to power cuts, fuel shortages, and economic hardship exacerbated by over a decade of war. He relies on a public screen in Mukalla, unable to afford home electricity backups or internet streaming.
Cuban President Miguel Díaz-Canel acknowledged the need for "urgent changes" to address a severe economic crisis, admitting that internal issues like "slowness, bureaucracy" contribute significantly, not just the US blockade. He cited China and Vietnam as potential models for reform.
Yemen faces a devastating heatwave with temperatures over 40°C, exacerbated by long power cuts, worsening the humanitarian crisis in both government and Houthi-controlled areas.
Amber heat health alerts issued across parts of the UK as record-breaking May temperatures up to 33C are forecast for the bank holiday weekend. The Met Office warns of potential risks to life, property damage, and travel delays.
Cuba's energy system is in a critical state due to a US-led blockade limiting oil supply, causing widespread blackouts in Havana, disruptions to hospitals, schools, and government offices, and impacting tourism. The US has offered $100m in humanitarian aid in exchange for communist system reforms, which Cuba denies having been offered previously.
Super Typhoon Sinlaku, the strongest storm on Earth this year, is heading towards remote US islands in the Pacific, including Rota, Tinian, and Saipan, with forecasters warning of potential lengthy power outages.
