One killed and nine missing after chemical explosion at US paper mill
Nine others were injured and another nine are missing after a tank ruptured at a paper mill in Longview, Washington.source
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Threat of massive chemical tank explosion is 'eliminated', California officials say
Some 50,000 people were initially affected by precautionary evacuation orders, which included the cities of Garden Grove, Stanton, Anaheim, Cypress, Westminster, and Buena Park, and a state of emergency was declared by California Governor Gavin Newsom. source
Explore More'Football is life': Ted Lasso actor signs with US pro football team
Mexican actor Cristo Fernández, 35, has moved from playing professional football in fictional TV to real life after signing with an American football club. Fernández – who plays Dani Rojas in the popular TV series Ted Lasso – has signed with USL Championship side El Paso Locomotive FC, the second-highest league in the US. He […]
Explore MoreIran condemns US strikes as 'gross violation' of ceasefire
According to US media, the possible deal is not a final settlement, but a memorandum of understanding that reportedly involves a 60-day ceasefire extension, reopening the Strait of Hormuz, and a plan for further negotiations over Iran’s nuclear programme. source
Explore MoreKnicks reach NBA Finals for first time in 27 years
The New York Knicks reached the NBA Finals for the first time in 27 years with a commanding 130-93 win over the Cleveland Cavaliers. The Knicks continued their fine form as they swept the best-of-seven Eastern Conference finals 4-0 and extended their franchise record play-off win streak to 11 games. Karl-Anthony Towns led the Knicks’ […]
Explore MoreJazz legend Sonny Rollins dies aged 95
Known as the “saxophone colossus”, Rollins had a lauded career spanning decades.source
Explore MoreCarney says Alberta referendum 'dangerous bluff' and likens to Brexit
The western province will hold a vote in October on whether Alberta should remain in Canada or move ahead with holding a binding separation referendum.source
Explore MoreWatch: Only world record broken at Enhanced Games won't be recognised
Swimmer Kristian Gkolomeev of Greece has beaten a world record at the controversial Enhanced Games in Las Vegas. The 32-year-old clocked 20.81 seconds in the men’s 50m freestyle – but his time will not be recognised by official authorities. The results are considered illegal by global sporting bodies because athletes can take banned performance-enhancing drugs. […]
Explore MoreTrump to undergo annual medical exam ahead of 80th birthday
President Trump is scheduled to visit the Walter Reed National Military Medical Center on Tuesday for an annual medical exam ahead of his 80th birthday on June 14. Trump’s previous annual check-up was in April 2025. Back in October 2025, he told the press he had an MRI scan. A memo written by Captain Sean […]
Explore MoreStowaway fox leaves quarantine in New York
A fox found aboard a cargo ship from Southampton has completed treatment at the Bronx Zoo.source
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