Comex Gold, Silver Settle Lower

Gold settled nearly 0.9% lower Friday, and silver fell 3.5%. Both metals ended the month higher, with gold posting a monthly gain of 1.4% and silver 14.8% higher.

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Palestinians Returning to Jabaliya in Northern Gaza Find Wide Devastation

“The destruction is indescribable,” said Mohammad Awais, who returned with his family to their home on Friday.

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'Holy Marvels With Dennis Quaid' Review: Between Faith and Fact

The actor hosts a History Channel series investigating the historical origins of biblical objects and stories.

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South Africans Turn Away from A.N.C. in Early Election Results

As votes trickled in, the power and influence of the African National Congress, which has led the country for 30 years, appeared to be waning.

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BBC urged to 'compete for air-time' to 'restore semblance of impartiality'

EXCLUSIVE: Local news risks being "overshadowed" by the BBC, a Tory MP warned The Express, while an influential media organisation urged the next government to take steps to keep the broadcaster from "distorting" the digital news landscape.

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Pentagon Opens Ammunition Factory to Keep Arms Flowing to Ukraine

A plant still under construction in Mesquite, Texas, will soon turn out 30,000 artillery shells each month, roughly doubling current U.S. output.

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Biden and Trump Campaigns Square Off Outside New York Courthouse

A preview of the post-verdict messaging war roared into view with dueling campaign events.

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Spain, Norway and Ireland Formally Recognize Palestinian Statehood

The moves serve as a rebuke to Israel in the face of mounting international frustration over the country’s military offensive in Gaza.

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Macron says Israeli operations in Rafah ‘must stop,’ and more news.

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Rafael Nadal Is Not Ready to Say Goodbye

In defeat, the French Open master leaves open the possibility of a Paris return. Why would anyone count him out?

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80 people threatening legal action after falling badly ill at UK petting farm

More than 80 people are now seeking legal action after parents and children fell seriously ill with an animal parasite on a trip to a popular kids petting farm.

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The UK airport getting a huge £1.3billion upgrade with 27 new shops and restaurants

The massive renovation project could allow more enormous A380 jets to use the hub and create 16,400 over the next 15 years.

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Waitrose issues urgent recall of £3 pasta sauce over fears it contains shards of glass

A £3-a-pot Italian sauce sold in Waitrose has been pulled out of the shelves amid the urgent warning.

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'We're stuck in a hellhole mouldy flat with 11 children and one toilet – it's a nightmare'

Wahidullah Safi said his wife's health was deteriorating with his 12th child due "any day".

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RAF pilot who died in horror UK Spitfire crash is named and pictured

The RAF have named Squadron Leader Mark Long as the pilot who sadly died in the Spitfire crash on Saturday.

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New RAF jets banned from airshow over risk of melting runways

The RAF's latest state-of-the art jets will not be allowed to make vertical landings at air shows across Britain this summer.

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At Least 22 Dead in Fire at Amusement Park in India, Police Say

Officers said the cause of the fire was still under investigation, but they plan to file a negligence charge against the owner of the facility.

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Some U.S. Weapons Stymied by Russian Jamming in Ukraine

Two classified Ukrainian reports show that some U.S. precision-guided weapons are vulnerable to electronic warfare, an element in Ukraine’s recent battlefield setbacks.

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Top U.N. Court Decision Adds to Israel’s Growing Isolation

An order to stop the Rafah offensive was the latest action against Israel, all of which create “a tremendous sense of pressure,” a former consul general said.

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'The Light Eaters' Review: Learning To Think Like a Plant

The supposedly lower life forms in fact have rich interior lives.

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UK pubs to be allowed to stay open until this time for England fans to enjoy a boozy Euros

An order to extend licensing hours during the Euros passed through the House of Lords today with one peer saying people can "get properly on the lash".

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Israeli Forces Cut Off Access to Kamal Adwan Hospital in Northern Gaza

Israeli bombardments and raids have put many of Gaza’s hospitals out of operation and only a few remain even partially functional.

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Countries Fail to Agree on Treaty to Prepare the World for the Next Pandemic

Negotiators plan to ask for more time. Among the sticking points are equitable access to vaccines and financing to set up surveillance systems.

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Wife slams takeaway worker who 'sleeps with married men' – and gets unexpected offer

A woman who alleged a takeaway worker was sleeping with married customers received an unusual offer from the eatery

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Moment pro-Palestine protest erupts in chaos as Oxford students clash with police

Oxford students occupied an administrative building, putting it into 'lockdown' until seven demands were met.

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U.S. Military Faces Reality in Gaza as Aid Project Struggles

The Pentagon predicted that a stream of humanitarian aid would be arriving in Gaza via the floating pier, but little relief has reached the besieged strip, officials acknowledged this week.

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New survey reveals just how much love Brits have for classical music

Some 75% of Brits believe orchestras to be a vital part of the country's cultural heritage, a survey has found.

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Hundreds Added to World War II Death Toll of a Small English Channel Island

A panel of academics said it found more conclusive evidence of how many people were killed during the Nazi occupation of Alderney, one of the Channel Islands in British territory.

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'Wild Ireland: Kingdom of Stone' Review: Thriving Life on a Barren Coast

This ‘Nature’ presentation on PBS explores the Burren of Ireland’s County Clare, focusing on both the long-lasting imprint of bygone humans and the fauna that flourishes in the harsh landscape.

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Twix fans outraged after noticing big change to their chocolate bars

Twix fans are up in arms after realising their bars have been getting smaller over the years, with one even saying they feel they're 'being ripped off'

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Greek Court Drops Shipwreck Case Against Nine Egyptians

A court in Greece said the country lacked jurisdiction in the case, in which nine Egyptians were charged with smuggling. What comes next is unclear.

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The beautiful girl who died at the hands of nursery worker meant to care for her

Genevieve Zofia Meehan was just nine months old when she died following an incident at her nursery.

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A top Biden aide meets with Israeli military officials, and other news.

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People are now realising what AM and PM means - and it's leaving their minds blown

People on social media are now realising what AM and PM means after thinking it meant something completely different.

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ISIS fanatics plot secret terror attacks on Olympics and Wembley using UK firm's tech

EXCLUSIVE: Hate-filled messages in secretive online chat rooms also urge lone-wolf attackers to target Jews with "knives, guns and vehicles".

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ULEZ vigilantes warned over new scheme to block cameras as TfL cracks down

The vandals had been using the boxes to slow down the repair of cameras and obscure their lenses after they wrongly thought they could not be removed.

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Northumberland rescue LATEST: Major search operation after boys seen struggling in river

A huge emergency services operation is underway after two boys were seen in the river.

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Rescuers in Nepal Retrieve the Bodies of an American Climber and Her Guide

The two were racing to climb the 14 tallest mountains in the world when they were killed in an avalanche.

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As Trapped American Doctors Escape Gaza, Some Stay to Sustain Aid Mission

A volunteer medical crew including 10 Americans arrived in Gaza for a two-week mission in early May. Israel’s seizure of the Rafah border crossing has left them no safe exit.

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Rebecca Joynes' ordinary life growing up - the downfall of a 'perfect' daughter

Rebecca Joynes, 30, who taught at a Greater Manchester School, was today found guilty of six counts of sexual activity with a child - including two by a person in a position of trust.

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The UK's richest family you've probably never heard of who make £6m a day

The Hinduja family's wealth has grown substantially since 2023 and they remain at the top of the Sunday Times Rich List.

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Thunderstorms, Wind and Climate Change: Here’s What to Know

Scientists say storms like those that battered Houston could become more intense as the planet warms, though pinning down trends is still challenging.

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'STAX: Soulsville U.S.A.' Review: Story of the Memphis Sound

This HBO documentary explores the often precarious history of the legendary label, whose artists included Booker T. & the M.G.s, Otis Redding and Isaac Hayes.

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The NFL's Netflix Christmas: Love or Hate It, What Does It Mean?

A glance at the bigger picture as football continues to embrace a digital subscriber future.

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Outrage in UK seaside town overrun with violence as kids as young as 12 are shot at

The latest incident comes as Hembsy is under threat from severe coastal erosion forcing people to leave their homes.

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Eye-opening responses children gave to what D-Day is brings shame on schools

New data from the Commonwealth War Graves Commission found that one in five young Brits "don't know" what the significance is of the historic event.

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A France in Shock Confronts the Violence in Its Midst

The ruthless assault that freed a prisoner and set off a manhunt has turned attention to a multibillion-dollar drug trade fueling gang warfare.

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The Fate of Publicly Traded Companies Beyond America

Consider the U.K., traditionally renowned for its stock market-oriented corporate economy.

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M&S boss unleashes bitter statement as he says police 'aren't interested' in shoplifting

The chairman of M&S has been joined by figures from Co-Op Food and ASDA in criticising shoplifting and how police are reacting to people who shoplift.

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U.K. Summons Chinese Ambassador for Reprimand as Tensions Rise

Britain’s foreign office said it had reprimanded the Chinese ambassador, a day after three men were charged with assisting the Hong Kong intelligence service.

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PCAOB Adopts Tighter Rules on Auditors' Quality Controls

The Public Company Accounting Oversight Board is requiring audit firms to do more to ensure the quality of their work, a move aimed at improving the effectiveness of audits while updating decades-old rules.

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U.S. Military Officer Resigns Over Support for Israel's War in Gaza

Army Maj. Harrison Mann, a Middle East analyst at the Defense Intelligence Agency, is the first military officer known to have cited U.S. support for Israel’s war as the reason for resigning.

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Fund Manager Bill Hwang's Archegos Was a 'House of Cards,' Prosecutor Tells Jury

Hwang, on trial for fraud and racketeering related to his firm’s meltdown, maintains his trading practices were lawful.

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Airlines Fight Back Against Biden Administration Fee-Disclosure Rule

The Transportation Department says its rule, requiring added disclosure of baggage and flight-change fees, helps consumers avoid overpaying for surprise fees.

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Pig-Kidney Transplant Patient Dies Nearly Two Months After Surgery

There was no indication that Richard Slayman’s death was the result of his transplant, according to Massachusetts General Hospital in Boston.

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Priest reported for claiming Jesus 'died with an erection' in front of shocked children

Father Thomas McHale, 53, delivered the "shocking" sermon at Our Blessed Lady Immaculate in the town of Consett on Good Friday.

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As Israel Steps Up Attacks, 300,000 Gazans Are on the Move

Many say there is nowhere to go, and even the “humanitarian zone” recommended by Israel is neither safe nor equipped to handle all of them, the U.N. says.

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Best places to see the Northern Lights in the UK tonight - full list

The Northern Lights were visible across the UK on Friday night, and they are set to return on Saturday evening - here's where and when you can see the Aurora Borealis

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BALTONSBOROUGH MURDER: First image of man 'stabbed to death by woman' in sleepy village

Police were called to the address in Baltonsborough, near Glastonbury, on Thursday following reports of a serious assault at the property.

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Teen who died in open water tragedy during 'hottest weekend of the year' is pictured

Ronalds Abele, 17, was pulled from the water after he got into difficulties and died in a "tragic accident" in Wellingborough, Northamptonshire, on Friday afternoon

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Independent Art Fair Review: Better Not Play It Safe

Among a multitude of pleasing yet unadventurous art, the standouts at this year’s fair shone especially bright.

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Guests at National Cyber Security Centre HQ told passcode for internal doors '1234'

Diplomats and journalists were reportedly given the code as they arrived for a speech by Foreign Secretary Lord Cameron at the government organisation's high-tech headquarters.

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Actions by Israel and Egypt Squeeze Gaza Aid Routes

Israel’s military has seized and closed the Rafah crossing as it fights in the area, and officials say that Egypt is not allowing aid trucks to go to the other main crossing at Kerem Shalom.

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Biden’s Warning Over Rafah Sharpens a Problem for Netanyahu

“If we need to stand alone, we will stand alone,” the Israeli prime minister said, as the United States threatened to withhold more weapons.

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Having trouble reading to the end of this alert? There's a powerful way to reclaim your attention span.

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How rude! British insults such as berk, nitwit and plonker in danger of dying out

Great British insults such as berk, nitwit, pillock and plonker are set to die out because younger generations haven't even heard of them.

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Brazil's Central Bank May Cut by Less Than 50 Basis Points

Brazil’s central bank may not deliver on its guidance as it may cut interest rates by less than 50 basis points on Wednesday, Goldman Sachs’s Alberto Ramos says.

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Regulator Explores Naming Companies Tied to Auditing Deficiencies Amid Investor Pushback

Shareholders have long called for such disclosure in inspection reports, in part a bid to learn which specific audits had problems.

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NHS blunder as £14m helipad still can't be used six years after opening day

The opening of the landing platform at Royal Sussex County Hospital in Brighton has been repeatedly delayed over safety fears.

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Outraged locals hit out after child migrants planned to be sent to plush retirement home

A £4million investment was required to convert the care home for the accommodation of 50 child asylum seekers

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Hamas Claims Responsibility for a Rocket Attack Near Kerem Shalom

The Israeli military said that about 10 rockets were fired toward Kerem Shalom, a conduit for aid into Gaza. Several people were injured, Israel’s public broadcaster said.

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Canadian Arrests Highlight Alleged Gang Role in India’s Intelligence Operations

India’s external spy agency, the Research and Analysis Wing, has long been accused of tapping into criminal networks to carry out operations in South Asia. Is the agency now doing similar operations in the West?

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The beautiful UK island with hardly any tourists that's like being on a ‘different planet'

A little known destination has such unusual natural features that it's other-wordly according to those who've visited it.

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AI Could Breathe Life Back into Apple's iPhone Sales

Apple — and investors — are looking to artificial intelligence to breathe new life into its offerings, particularly as iPhone sales continue to sputter.

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Gas Stove Pollution Risk Is Greatest in Smaller Homes, Study Finds

Gas-burning ranges, a significant contributor to indoor pollution, can produce and spread particularly high levels of some pollutants in smaller spaces.

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UnitedHealth Hack: What You Need to Know

Key questions remain after UnitedHealth CEO Andrew Witty testified in two Congressional hearings on May 1.

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The Beekeeper Who Saved a Major League Baseball Game

After an hourslong delay before an Arizona Diamondbacks game, a local pest control expert swooped in and became a local legend.

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Neighbours speak of shock after first migrants set for Rwanda are detained in raids

A Home Office raid took place on Holmfield Road, in Coventry, in the early hours on Monday morning at around 5.30am.

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Pub scammer jailed for befriending and scamming victims out of £440,000

Susan Goose, 63, approached the majority of her victims in pubs across Norwich, Norfolk and would tell them she needed funds to pay legal fees.

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U.S. Imposes Sanctions on Chinese Companies for Aiding Russia’s War Effort

The penalties came after top Biden administration officials warned China not to help Moscow restock its arsenal to attack Ukraine.

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