Shots were fired near the US consulate in Toronto on Monday, with no injuries reported. This is the second shooting near the consulate in four months, following a 'national security incident' in March.
Bangladesh President Shahabuddin resigned from his ceremonial post before his term ended in 2028, citing illness. His decision coincides with former Prime Minister Hasina's plan to return in December to surrender after a court conviction, with sources indicating government pressure due to Shahabuddin's ties to Hasina.
Wendy Faith and Alesi Diana Denise were discharged after five months in a Ugandan prison, accused of same-sex activity under the Anti-Homosexuality Act. Their case was discontinued, but they face ongoing trauma, social stigma, and threats from the community.
Matthew Wright, former Southern Water CEO, and three ex-employees face charges of conspiracy to defraud the Environment Agency and Ofwat between 2012-2017. They allegedly manipulated sewage wastewater testing to avoid millions in fines, marking the first time a water industry boss faces criminal charges over sewage discharges.
"Mr Ho," a 79-year-old Hong Kong man, was jailed for two months for stabbing his 45-year-old wife, "Mrs Ho," after she decided to return to mainland China. The attack occurred in their public rental flat on May 30 last year.
Defence Minister Ahn faces allegations of desertion due to a discrepancy in his military service record, showing 22 months instead of the usual 14. Ahn and the Ministry of National Defence deny the claims, attributing it to administrative errors.
Uganda has begun lobbying countries to lift Ebola-related travel restrictions after discharging its last confirmed patient, a Congolese national, from a Kampala hospital. The move starts a 42-day countdown for WHO to declare Uganda Ebola-free, despite 15 countries maintaining restrictions impacting tourism and trade.
Shiv Sena corporator Ramesh Mhatre was arrested for assaulting two doctors at a civic hospital in Thane, Maharashtra. Hospital staff protested the attack and demanded his disqualification, while Mhatre was admitted to the ICU for chest pain.
Jack Draper marked his return to competition after a two-month absence with a 6-4, 7-6 win over Marcos Giron in Eastbourne. Working with Andy Murray as part of his coaching team, Draper expressed confidence in his physical condition and current setup.
A local court has framed charges against former DRDO scientist Pradeep Kurulkar under the Official Secrets Act for alleged espionage. The trial, involving sharing sensitive information with a suspected Pakistani intelligence agent, is set to begin in July and will be held in-camera.
Diamond Harbour Police reopened a 2020 assault case against Trinamool leader Jahangir Khan for attacking BJP leader JP Nadda. Khan, already facing multiple charges, was paraded through streets for crime scene reconstruction.
Fukushima Daiichi nuclear power plant resumed its treated water discharge on May 15th after a temporary halt due to an alarm. The alarm, triggered during the 20th discharge operation, led to an automatic suspension. Tokyo Electric Power Company identified and replaced a valve suspected of causing the alarm, resuming operations after confirming no equipment issues.
Japan's Fukushima Daiichi nuclear power plant halted its 20th discharge of treated wastewater after an alarm sounded during the process. Tokyo Electric Power Company is investigating the cause, noting this is the sixth interruption since discharges began in August 2023.
A Nigerian court has sentenced four men to death for the 2022 attack on St Francis Catholic church in Owo, where 41 worshippers were killed. The men also received 20-year sentences for terrorism.
A Delhi court has discharged Hindalco Industries, its former president S K Tamotia, and former GM PRS Mani in a decade-old coal block allocation case. The court found no evidence of criminal conspiracy or illegality in the allocation of the Talabira-I coal block in Odisha.
Chimei Hospital has developed an ePROM smart care platform integrated with its official LINE account to monitor patients' physical and mental well-being after discharge. This system allows for early detection of deterioration and provides continuous support, as demonstrated by a heart failure patient who received timely intervention for depression and suicidal thoughts.
A Delhi consumer court upheld Bajaj Allianz's rejection of a Rs 41,530 health insurance claim. Investigators found discrepancies, including an injection given after discharge and a pathologist denying verification of reports, indicating fabricated medical documents.
As Donald Trump approaches 80, concerns are growing about his physical and mental health impacting his ability to serve. Despite assurances of "excellent health," his frequent medical visits, erratic behavior, and public statements raise questions about his fitness for office, with a majority now believing he is not healthy enough to serve effectively.
A dog in Scottsbluff, Nebraska, accidentally fired a shotgun while in a pickup truck, injuring a woman. The dog's paw caught the trigger, firing the weapon through the truck door and hitting a passerby. The owner's legal status is unclear, but authorities warned about loaded firearms in vehicles.
9 more activists injured in an Israeli attack on the Global Sumud Fleet have completed their treatment in Istanbul hospitals. This brings the total discharged to 50, with 3 still receiving care.
Ten people are still hospitalized following a Ukrainian drone attack on a college dorm in Starobelsk, Lugansk. The attack on May 22 killed 21 students aged 14-18, with 32 others discharged. The head of the republic declared a two-day mourning period.
A jury has been discharged due to legal reasons in the trial of two prisoners accused of murdering disgraced former Lostprophets singer Ian Watkins. Rico Gedel and Samuel Dodsworth deny murder and possessing a makeshift knife. A retrial will be scheduled.
The jury in the trial of two inmates accused of murdering former Lostprophets frontman Ian Watkins has been discharged. Rico Gedel and Samuel Dodsworth denied murder and possessing a knife. The re-trial is set for February 8.
A retrial jury in Liverpool Crown Court failed to reach verdicts on allegations that brothers Mohammed Fahir Amaaz (21) and Muhammad Amaad (26) assaulted Greater Manchester PC Zachary Marsden at Manchester Airport on 23 July 2024, leading to their discharge; the case is adjourned until 29 May for the Crown Prosecution Service to decide on a potential third trial.
