When a rare but deadly rodent-borne virus struck passengers on a cruise ship and seemed to be spreading, there were no treatments for those who fell ill and no vaccines to protect others. That was the case even though it wasn’t a novel germ that the world had never seen before, like the virus that caused the coronavirus pandemic.

Across Jamaica, service stations are increasingly serving as social gathering spots and informal taxi hubs, attracting crowds far beyond their intended purpose and raising concerns about public safety. As people congregate to socialise, await transportation or conduct business amid fuel pumps and heavy vehicular traffic, safety advocates warn that the combination of large crowds, moving vehicles and flammable fuels creates risks with potentially serious consequences.

A motorist who fled the scene of a deadly accident in Ocho Rios, St Ann, on Saturday morning was handed over to the police hours later. Reports are that the motorist was driving along Main Street about 6:10 a.m., when he lost control of the white 2014 Toyota Mark X, which ran across the roadway, mounted the sidewalk and mowed down a pedestrian before slamming into a utility pole.

A grieving family is demanding answers and the release of a post-mortem report following the death of their relative, 62-year-old Michael Neita, at Cornwall Regional Hospital (CRH) in Montego Bay, St James, on May 25. Neita, a tour bus operator from Tucker, Irwin in St James, was reportedly sitting on a chair in the hospital’s waiting area from May 24, when he went there complaining of abdominal pains, up to his death the following day.

A 33-year-old Dalit man was allegedly beaten to death in Uttar Pradesh after refusing to massage the feet of three men during a drunken gathering. The accused reportedly dumped his body on a road to stage a road accident. Police have arrested the trio and registered a murder case under the SC/ST Act.

Since its inception in March 2025, Punjab's 'Yudh Nashean Virudh' campaign has seen an impressive wave of success, with more than 90,000 individuals benefiting from de-addiction and rehabilitation efforts. Combining rigorous strategies against drug traffickers with in-depth treatment and educational programs, this initiative is redefining recovery.

Pudhucode Ramayyar Krishnamoorthy, a former Executive Director and Company Secretary of The Times of India Group, passed away at 92. Known for his relentless «Why?» approach, PRK, as he was called, navigated India's pre-liberalisation corporate landscape with legal acumen and institutional devotion. He mentored many, leaving a legacy of rigor and integrity.

Uttarakhand is promoting Nainital and Bhimtal for destination weddings. The 'Celebrate in Uttarakhand' initiative aims to boost wedding tourism. Improved connectivity and increased accommodation options are attracting couples. Nainital offers a natural setting with its lake and colonial buildings. Bhimtal provides a quieter, intimate venue. The state's efforts are positioning these Kumaon towns as new wedding spots.

BRS working president KT Rama Rao slammed Telangana CM Revanth Reddy and the Congress government, alleging internal power struggles denied a Rajya Sabha seat to Meenakshi Natarajan. KTR labeled the administration an «utter flop,» citing unfulfilled poll promises and welfare scheme doubts. He also predicted a Khairatabad by-election, accusing Danam Nagender of betrayal.

Doug Ford appears to be throttling back on aggressive anti-Trump rhetoric with key trade talks looming with the U.S., stepping up a charm offensive aimed at politicians and lobby groups in the mercurial president’s orbit.

Some politicians say the number of days spent in the legislature doesn't matter too much, because the most important work is done in their constituency offices. Others say less time in legislatures allows provincial and territorial governments to avoid accountability and pass flawed legislation.

Australia win Group D match with great goalkeeping and a stout defence.

Hungary has agreed to lift its veto on Ukraine’s EU accession process provided that Kiev respects the rights of the Hungarian minority Read Full Article at RT.com

The US has announced a crackdown on “illegal birth tourism,” revoking hundreds of visas and dismantling networks in Africa and Europe Read Full Article at RT.com

Trump’s peace deal with Iran looks like a “surrender document” as the US failed to complete its objectives, Seth Moulton has said Read Full Article at RT.com

Haitian Defense Ministry Chief of Staff James Boyard was reportedly kidnapped along with his wife and daughter amid gang violence Read Full Article at RT.com

Congress leader K C Venugopal accused the CPM of having a «political inferiority complex» and failing to introspect on its electoral decline. He stated that the CPM's criticism of Rahul Gandhi is «utterly ridiculous» and stems from their recent defeat in Kerala, urging them to focus on their own downfall instead.

Belarusian President Aleksandr Lukashenko has sent birthday greetings to US President Donald Trump as he turns 80

Australia is set to play its next match against the United States on June 19 and later that day Turkey is set to face off against Paraguay

The agreement to end the conflict, which has been raging for more than three months, can be signed as early as Sunday, according to Reuters

Emergency service specialists are working at the site where the debris fell

Deputy Secretary of the Russian Public Chamber Alexander Galushka noted that China is «deliberately focusing on the technological development of its economy»

When asked about the possibility of lifting the price cap on Russian oil, Shoji Nishida expressed the view that Washington is standing in the way of this