Trump’s 2026 Space Budget Slashes NASA’s Moon Plan, Shifts Focus to Mars
Trump’s 2026 budget cuts NASA’s SLS rocket and lunar station, trimming $6B from its moon program, and ups funding for Mars-focused efforts championed by SpaceX.
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Record 216 Pediatric Flu Deaths Reported This Season by US CDC
US CDC: A record 216 pediatric flu deaths this season – the first high-severity cycle since 2017-2018. Experts urge annual vaccination for ages 6 months and older.
Germany’s Intelligence Agency Labels AfD as Extremist Organization
Germany’s BfV has officially branded the AfD a right-wing extremist group, citing threats to the liberal democratic order after a three-year review.
Hamas Proposes Gaza Peace Deal with Five-Year Truce
Hamas presented mediators with a Gaza peace proposal on April 17, calling for a five-year ceasefire, troop withdrawal, blockade lift, hostage exchange and independent governance.
Australia Votes: Millions Head to Polls in High‑Stakes Federal Election
Millions of Australians cast ballots in the 48th federal election, with record early and overseas voting highlighting global civic engagement.
Global South Spotlight: How the Chinese mainland advances workers’ rights
Explore how the Chinese mainland’s Labor Day policies—from gig worker protections to expanded unemployment benefits—empower its workforce as millions hit the roads.
May Day Holiday Sparks Record-Breaking Travel Surge in Chinese Mainland
During the May Day holiday, over 332.7 million trips surged across the Chinese mainland, highlighting robust travel demand and economic vitality.
Israeli Airstrikes Surge Across Syria Amid Regional Backlash
Israeli airstrikes intensified across Syria, from Damascus to Daraa and Hama, with drones and warplanes striking key areas amid regional backlash.
Iranian FM Araqchi Talks with UN Chief on US Negotiations
Iranian FM Seyed Abbas Araqchi spoke with UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres, discussing progress in indirect Iran-US negotiations and Oman’s prep for the next round.
Colombia Kicks Off 36th International Book Fair in Bogotá
Colombia launches the 36th International Book Fair in Bogotá, one of South America’s largest literary gatherings, blending tradition and digital innovation.