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Palestine Action activist says he ‘did the right thing’ over protest at arms firm site

Source: The Guardian - World · Published: 2026-05-08T12:27:17+00:00

Jordan Devlin, who was acquitted at trial where four co-defendants were convicted, says he was saving livesA Palestine Action activist who was acquitted over a protest at an Israeli arms manufacturer’s UK site has said he and his five co-defendants “did the right thing”.Four of those who stood trial with Jordan Devlin were convicted of criminal damage in relation to the direct action protest at the Elbit Systems UK site near Bristol on 6 August 2024, but he said they had been acting to save Palestinian lives. Continue reading...

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Leone XIV arrivato a Napoli. Duomo gremito per l’incontro col clero. Poi in piazza del Plebiscito

Source: Repubblica Homepage · Published: 2026-05-08T12:26:52+00:00

A Pompei la prima tappa del Papa, omaggio alla Madonna che citò nel suo primo discorso: “L’economia preferisce le armi alla vita. Affido a Maria l’umanità intera per un futuro di pace”. Il primo abbraccio a disabili e ammalati. Ai volontari: “Siate modelli per giovani”. Meloni sui social: “Grazie per instancabile messaggio di pace in tempi complessi”

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What’s at Stake in the UK’s Local Elections

Source: New York Times - World · Published: 2026-05-08T12:23:54+00:00

The voting in England, Scotland and Wales is the biggest electoral test for Keir Starmer since he became prime minister in 2024.

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Nato refusing US permission to use bases is ‘a problem’, says Rubio after Meloni meeting – Europe live

Source: The Guardian - World · Published: 2026-05-08T12:22:00+00:00

US secretary of state has been meeting Italian leader amid strained tensions over IranThe European Commission also insisted that airlines must not charge customers extra fuel fees after they have already bought tickets, as the aviation sector feels the pain from high energy prices because of the Middle East war, AFP reported.“Airlines may adapt their published fares to the situation, but adding a fuel surcharge to a ticket after it has been bought cannot be justified,” EU spokeswoman Anna-Kaisa Itkonen told reporters in Brussels. Continue reading...

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Vietnamese airline VietJet to collaborate with GMR Airports, Bird Group

Source: The Hindu Business Line – Markets · Published: 2026-05-08T12:17:49+00:00

Under the cooperation framework, Vietjet and GMR Airports will explore opportunities to jointly develop air connectivity, infrastructure, logistics, aviation services, smart airports and long-term investment initiatives

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Labour’s better than expected thrashing may allow Starmer to cling on in No 10

Source: The Guardian - World · Published: 2026-05-08T12:15:56+00:00

Results are undoubtedly bad but expectations had been set even lower, and any potential challengers are quiet for nowElections 2026 – live updatesFull results from England, Scotland and WalesAs the local elections results rolled in, a trickle of voices were calling for Keir Starmer to quit – a couple of MPs, a trade union leader, and a Labour peer.The numbers are undoubtedly bad for Labour, with Reform making sweeping gains across pro-Brexit heartlands in the north and midlands. These could even be the party’s worst losses for 50 years with more than 1,000 councillors gone and the potential lo

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Iran war costs Toyota £3bn as prices of materials soar and sales fall

Source: The Guardian - World · Published: 2026-05-08T12:09:58+00:00

Carmaker gives one of biggest warnings yet of conflict’s impact on businesses while Trump tariffs also take tollToyota has reported a £3bn hit from costs from the war in Iran, as prices of parts and materials soared and sales dropped.The world’s biggest carmaker said profits declined in its financial year to March as it was “likely unable to absorb newly added impact from the Middle East”, in one of the largest warnings yet of the war’s impact on businesses. Continue reading...

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Suvendu Adhikari to become first BJP CM of Bengal

Source: The Hindu Business Line – Markets · Published: 2026-05-08T12:09:22+00:00

The swearing-in ceremony of the new BJP government will be held at Brigade Parade Ground on May 9

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Swiggy's Q4 loss narrows to ₹800 cr

Source: The Hindu Business Line – Markets · Published: 2026-05-08T12:07:47+00:00

Revenue in the quarter rose nearly 45% to ₹6,383 crore as against ₹4,410 crore a year ago

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Middle East crisis live: Iranians ‘never bow to pressure’, says foreign minister after clashes in the strait of Hormuz

Source: The Guardian - World · Published: 2026-05-08T12:05:32+00:00

The US said it carried out strikes on Iranian military targets after an attack on three American destroyers in the strait of HormuzCeasefire under threat after strikes exchanged in straitThe ship monitor Tanker Trackers has posted the following on X about the Ocean Koi oil tanker:Her new name is actually JIN LI (9255933), and has been so since 2025-11-30. Examining our data, we can see that she’s transported various Iranian hydrocarbons on at least 16 occasions since 2021; and with full knowledge of Iran because half of her loadings were conducted directly at port in Iran while the other half

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British Airways fares to rise in attempt to offset £1.7bn fuel cost hit

Source: The Guardian - World · Published: 2026-05-08T11:52:52+00:00

Owner IAG expects to recover 60% of additional fuel bill caused by Iran war through ‘revenue and cost management’ Business news – live updatesBritish Airways fares will rise to try to recoup most of a €2bn (£1.7bn) hit in fuel costs this year, its parent group has said, warning that the Iran war will dent profits.The International Airlines Group (IAG) said its annual fuel bill was now expected to be about €9bn, up from the forecast €7.1bn, as 70% of its supply was hedged, shielding it from the full impact of soaring jet fuel prices since the start of the conflict. Continue reading...

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Apollo Hospitals opens Sports Injuries centre in Hyderabad

Source: The Hindu Business Line – Markets · Published: 2026-05-08T11:47:46+00:00

The newly inaugurated centre offers comprehensive care for sports-related injuries with advanced diagnostic, surgical and rehabilitation facilities under one roof

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Сенатор от Воронежской области перенес инсульт

Source: Vedomosti – All Articles · Published: 2026-05-08T11:46:49+00:00

Представитель Воронежской областной думы в Совете Федерации (СФ), член комитета по федеративному устройству, региональной политике, местному самоуправлению и делам Севера Владимир Нетесов перенес инсульт. Об этом сообщили «Ведомостям» источник, близкий к региональному правительству, и собеседник в верхней палате парламента. Ранее о госпитализации сенатора написало издание «Блокнот».

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«Дринкит» увеличил число точек в Москве на треть

Source: Vedomosti – All Articles · Published: 2026-05-08T11:45:32+00:00

Входящая в «Додо франчайзинг» сеть кофеен «Дринкит» с 1 января по 5 мая 2026 г. открыла в Москве 33 новые точки. Об этом «Ведомостям» сообщил ее управляющий по России Александр Умаров. На конец прошлого года у нее было 93 объекта, таким образом, она увеличила свой портфель примерно на треть. Еще 57 кофеен находятся на стадии запуска, говорит Умаров. Он также добавляет, что в целом по России у сети сейчас 253 точки, из которых 50 появились в этом году.

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Spanish authorities prepare for arrival of hantavirus-stricken cruise ship

Source: The Guardian - World · Published: 2026-05-08T11:34:59+00:00

‘Unprecedented operation’ under way to receive MV Hondius off Tenerife to assess and repatriate those onboardThe Spanish authorities are finalising preparations for the arrival of the MV Hondius this weekend, saying an “unprecedented operation” is under way to receive, assess and repatriate the 149 passengers and crew members onboard the hantavirus-stricken cruise ship.The Dutch-flagged vessel, which was sailing from Argentina to Cape Verde, is due to arrive off the Canary island of Tenerife at around midday on Sunday. Continue reading...

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