Google Search experienced a widespread outage, with users in various regions reporting a "Server Error" message. The error indicated an internal server issue preventing access to search results. Google engineers have been notified and are actively working to resolve the problem.
President Trump threatened to impose US tolls in the Strait of Hormuz if a deal with Iran isn't reached in 60 days, citing reimbursement for security services. Iran claims to have closed the strait due to Israeli actions, a claim disputed by the US.
The Trump administration is using hydrogen peroxide and tiny bubbles to combat algae growth in the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool. This comes after President Trump alleged vandalism, including a 250-foot gash and corrosive chemicals, though an Olympic cyclist was arrested for a misdemeanor charge related to a detached liner.
France has banned alcohol consumption at some Fête de la Musique events as a severe heatwave grips the country, with temperatures expected to reach 41°C. 35 departments are under red alert, and authorities are limiting alcohol to preserve emergency services.
India captain Harmanpreet Kaur will become the first cricketer, male or female, to play 200 T20 Internationals when she faces South Africa on Sunday. The milestone marks 17 years of her career and highlights the growth of women's cricket globally.
Over 79,000 students in Gujarat, including 10,400 in Ahmedabad, will take the NEET re-exam on Sunday after the May 3 test was cancelled due to a paper leak. Authorities have implemented extensive, multi-layered security measures, including GPS-enabled vehicle transport for question papers, CCTV surveillance, and digital/physical frisking of candidates, to prevent malpractice.
India's family office sector has surpassed 300 entities, managing over $30 billion. The country ranks third globally in adding new ultra-high-net-worth individuals. High-net-worth families are projected to grow from 16,000 in 2025 to 26,000 by 2030.
