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Film stars from around the world are expected in attendance as the Cannes Film Festival opens on Tuesday with a tribute to Peter Jackson, the director of the famed "Lord of the Rings" trilogy. anews.com.tr/cinema/2026/05…

The mayor of the Los Angeles-area city of Arcadia, located in the US state of California, has resigned and will plead guilty to illegally acting as an agent of China, authorities said Monday. anews.com.tr/middle-east/20…

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer on Tuesday told ministers he will "get on with governing" despite growing pressure over Labour's recent election defeat and calls for him to resign. anews.com.tr/world/2026/05/…

The Kremlin said ⁠on ⁠Tuesday that preparations were in ⁠the final stages for a visit by President ⁠Vladimir Putin ⁠to China. anews.com.tr/world/2026/05/…

Chancellor Friedrich Merz said Germany must "pull itself together" or risk being left behind in a rapidly changing world, in a speech to trade unionists on Tuesday that ⁠sparked jeers, whistles and ⁠boos. anews.com.tr/europe/2026/05…

World Health Organization chief Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus said on Tuesday "our work is not over" to contain hantavirus after evacuations from a cruise ship hit by a deadly outbreak of the illness. anews.com.tr/world/2026/05/…

Emmanuel Macron interrupted the Africa Forward Summit in Nairobi, Kenya, to quiet the audience while artists and young speakers were addressing the crowd. Macron called the noise "a total lack of respect" as he urged attendees to listen attentively. The moment quickly gained attention online during the high-profile summit in Nairobi.

US Ambassador to Tel Aviv Mike Huckabee said Tuesday that Israel sent Iron Dome anti-missile batteries and personnel to the United Arab Emirates (UAE) during the Iran war. anews.com.tr/middle-east/20…

Donald Trump appeared to briefly fall asleep during a mid-morning public event, drawing widespread attention on social media. Videos circulating online showed Trump sitting with his eyes closed and head lowered at his desk during the event. The moment quickly sparked reactions and debate across multiple platforms.

North Korea has warned citizens about hantavirus following an outbreak linked to a cruise ship. anews.com.tr/asia/2026/05/1…

French President Emmanuel Macron on Tuesday called for stronger African representation in international institutions, including the UN Security Council, global financial bodies and the G20. anews.com.tr/world/2026/05/…

Thailand has confirmed a new coronavirus strain detected in bats in the country, local media reported. anews.com.tr/asia/2026/05/1…

Thiago Avila arrived in Sao Paulo on Monday after being detained by Israeli authorities following the interception of the Global Sumud flotilla in international waters. Avila and Saif Abu Keshek were held for more than a week before being released amid calls from the UN, Spain and Brazil. Rights group Adalah accused Israeli authorities of psychological abuse, citing isolation, interrogations, blindfolded transfers and harsh detention conditions.

Anti-corruption investigators questioned Sri Lanka's former president Mahinda Rajapaksa on Tuesday over allegations that he received kickbacks linked to an Airbus plane deal. anews.com.tr/asia/2026/05/1…

US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said on Tuesday that Washington seeks "rapid and consistent progress" on an investment agreement with Tokyo. anews.com.tr/americas/2026/…

Seven years after its last major release, all six spillway gates of the Keban Dam in Elazig's Keban district in Türkiye were opened due to rising water levels. The rare operation drew attention across the region as massive amounts of water flowed through the dam. Officials continue monitoring water levels following recent increases linked to seasonal conditions.

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In Utqiagvik, Alaska, the sun rose for the final time on May 11 before entering the region's annual "midnight sun" period. The sun will now remain visible for 84 straight days and is not expected to set again until August 2. The natural phenomenon occurs during the summer months in areas near the Arctic Circle, where Earth's tilt keeps the sun above the horizon around the clock. The nonstop daylight continues to attract worldwide attention as residents experience nearly three months without nightfall.

Lamine Yamal raised the Palestinian flag during FC Barcelona's La Liga title parade as thousands celebrated on the streets of Barcelona. The 17-year-old star made the gesture while riding with teammates during the championship celebrations. Yamal has repeatedly used his platform to express support for Palestine, drawing widespread attention online.

A three-day Russia-Ukraine ceasefire proposed by US President Donald Trump expired at 2100GMT on Monday. anews.com.tr/world/2026/05/…