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British Author Frederick Forsyth Passes Away at 86

The British author Frederick Forsyth has passed away, 86 years old, after a period of illness, writes The Guardian. .

British Author Frederick Forsyth Passes Away at 86

New Method Detects Arsenic in 19th Century Books

It has long been known that older books can contain arsenic and lead. Now the poisonous books can be found with a new method.

New Method Detects Arsenic in 19th Century Books

200-Year-Old Printed Condom on Display at Rijksmuseum Amsterdam

A condom from 1830 in "mint condition" is now on display at the Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam. .

200-Year-Old Printed Condom on Display at Rijksmuseum Amsterdam

David Beckham Knighted by King Charles as Sir David

The former football star David Beckham is knighted, according to both The Sun and BBC. Beckham, 50, is expected to be on the list of names that King Charles will announce next week.

David Beckham Knighted by King Charles as Sir David

French Stars Renard and Le Sommer Excluded from European Championship Squad

France's team captain Wendie Renard does not make it to the European Championship squad. Neither does the team's top scorer of all time, Eugénie Le Sommer.

French Stars Renard and Le Sommer Excluded from European Championship Squad

Power Outage Hits Russian-Occupied Zaporizhzhia Region

The Russian-occupied part of the Ukrainian region of Zaporizhzhia is without power, claims the Russian-installed governor Yevgeniy Balitskij, reports the Russian-language BBC. According to Balitskij, the power outage is due to "shelling from the Ukrainian defense forces" and damage to high-voltage equipment.

Power Outage Hits Russian-Occupied Zaporizhzhia Region

Israel Denies Shooting at Gaza Aid Distribution Site

Israeli forces are accused by the Hamas-controlled civil defense in Gaza of having shot dead 31 people at a distribution site for emergency aid. The Israeli army rejects the claims as "false".

Israel Denies Shooting at Gaza Aid Distribution Site

US Proposes New Nuclear Agreement to Iran

The USA has sent a suggestion to Iran regarding a nuclear agreement between the two countries, confirms the White House, according to media. .

US Proposes New Nuclear Agreement to Iran

Norwegian Party Bus Tradition Faces Changes Amid Concerns

The Norwegian students' party bus riding is threatened. Both parents and politicians express strong concern over the celebration and now a move of the festivities is proposed – to after graduation.

Norwegian Party Bus Tradition Faces Changes Amid Concerns

Gerry Adams Wins Libel Case Against BBC Over Murder Claim

The former Sinn Féin leader Gerry Adams was accused by BBC of having approved a murder. "Gross defamation", Adams meant and sued the British public service company for libel.

Gerry Adams Wins Libel Case Against BBC Over Murder Claim

Russell Brand Denies Rape and Assault Charges in Court Appearance

Russell Brand denied the allegations of rape and sexual assault when he was brought before the court, reports news agency PA. The trial will continue on June 3.

Israel Warns Hamas: Accept Ceasefire Deal or Face Annihilation

Hamas claims to be dissatisfied with the US's latest proposal for a ceasefire and is expected to reject it. Israel's Defense Minister Israel Katz warns the terrorist-stamped group - accept the settlement or be "annihilated".

Israel Warns Hamas: Accept Ceasefire Deal or Face Annihilation

Authors Urge Immediate Ceasefire and Aid in Gaza

CultureTT 380 authors and organizations have come together and are demanding an immediate ceasefire in Gaza. Among the signatories of the appeal are authors such as Zadie Smith, Ian McEwan, and Irvine Welsh, writes BBC.

Authors Urge Immediate Ceasefire and Aid in Gaza

Sherpa Kami Rita Sets Record with 31st Mount Everest Ascent

Kami Rita has done it again. For the 31st time, more than anyone else, the sherpa has climbed the world's highest mountain, Mount Everest.

Sherpa Kami Rita Sets Record with 31st Mount Everest Ascent

Liverpool Car Incident: No Life-Threatening Injuries Reported

The man who drove into a crowd in Liverpool on Monday evening is suspected of attempted murder. None of the nearly 50 people taken to hospital have life-threatening injuries, and most have been discharged.

Liverpool Car Incident: No Life-Threatening Injuries Reported

Car Drives Into Crowd in Liverpool Injuring 27 Man Arrested

A car has driven into a crowd in central Liverpool. 27 injured have been taken to hospital, but no people were killed, according to British police at a press conference.

Car Drives Into Crowd in Liverpool Injuring 27 Man Arrested

Netanyahu Criticizes Western Leaders Over Israel-Gaza Conflict

France, the United Kingdom and Canada are "on the side of mass murderers and rapists", claims Israel's Prime Minister. Benjamin Netanyahu lashes out wildly at Western leaders who have criticized Israel's warfare in Gaza.

Netanyahu Criticizes Western Leaders Over Israel-Gaza Conflict

Trump Shows Wrong Image in Genocide Claim to South Africa President

It was called an ambush and got big headlines – but one of the images that the USA's Donald Trump showed to South Africa's President Cyril Ramaphosa did not at all depict the alleged "genocide" of white South Africans. It was in fact a screenshot from a video filmed in the Congo-Kinshasa, reports Reuters.

Trump Shows Wrong Image in Genocide Claim to South Africa President

Charli XCX Wins Songwriter of the Year at Ivor Novello Awards

The British pop artist Charli XCX is awarded as the songwriter of the year at the Ivor Novello gala, reports BBC. .

Charli XCX Wins Songwriter of the Year at Ivor Novello Awards

UK Transfers Chagos Islands Sovereignty to Mauritius

The Prime Minister of the United Kingdom, Keir Starmer, has signed an agreement where the sovereignty of the Chagos Islands is transferred to Mauritius. .

UK Transfers Chagos Islands Sovereignty to Mauritius

Water Voles Tracked with Edible Glitter in Conservation Effort

The water vole that was previously common in southern Wales is now largely extinct, except in a few places. To track the shy animals, wildlife managers have taken an unusual method, reports BBC.

Water Voles Tracked with Edible Glitter in Conservation Effort

Calls for Eurovision Cheating Probe Grow Amid Israel's Controversial Second Place

Israel's second place in the European Championship continues to be questioned due to the events in Gaza. More TV companies are now demanding that the EBU investigate cheating in the voting.

Calls for Eurovision Cheating Probe Grow Amid Israel's Controversial Second Place

Chris Brown Released on Bail After Assault Charge in London

Chris Brown is released from custody after being granted a bail of 5 million pounds, 65 million Swedish kronor. The American R'n'B star was supposed to be detained until at least June 13, suspected of assault.

Chris Brown Released on Bail After Assault Charge in London

Indian Activist Banu Mushtaq Wins International Booker Prize

The Indian author, lawyer and activist Banu Mushtaq has been awarded the International Booker Prize, for her collection of short stories "Heart lamp". .

Indian Activist Banu Mushtaq Wins International Booker Prize