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Donald Trump

Trump Launches ‘Project Freedom’ in Hormuz, Iran Warns of Ceasefire Violation

US President Donald Trump said that the US Navy will help guiding ships through the Strait of Hormuz, in what he called “Project Freedom.” Iran, on the other hand, warned that any US interference in the Strait will be considered a ceasefire violation, as both sides exchange peace proposals to…

bubmagMay 4, 2026

Syria

Back from Syria’s Islamic State Camps, Albanians Struggle to Reintegrate

Eva Dumani, 21, finally returned to Albania in February this year, after 12 years and nine days away from her family, and after constant attempts by her uncle to bring her home. Her father took her and her brother to Syria in January 2014, when they were eight and six…

bubmagMay 4, 2026

Water Pollution

Emfuleni Municipality in court for water pollution

Monday 04 May 2026 - 07:00am JOHANNESBURG - Emfuleni Municipality is facing renewed scrutiny over years of discharging raw sewage into the Vaal River. It's appearing in the Vereeniging Magistrate’s Court accused of contaminating one of Gauteng’s most vital water sources. The municipality faces seven charges linked to water pollution…

bubmagMay 4, 2026

Donald Trump

Petrol, diesel prices on 4 May: Fuel rates in Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata, Tamil Nadu, Kerala Bengaluru today

Petrol and diesel prices remained stable while markets showed optimism on May 4 after US President Donald Trump's latest announcement. POTUS on Sundy vowed safe navigation for ships through the Strait of Hormuz. Petrol and diesel prices held steady on 4 May.(REUTERS) Petrol and diesel prices remained steady on Monday…

bubmagMay 4, 2026

Censored Internet

Seoul, Taipei hit records as Asian stocks track Wall St tech rally

HONGKONG, China — Tech firms led a rally across most Asian markets Monday following another healthy day on Wall Street fuelled by more strong earnings, while investors were also cheered by news that Iran had submitted fresh proposals to end its war with the United States. While the Middle East crisis continued…

bubmagMay 4, 2026

Star Wars

New Star Wars Planetary Candidates With Dual Suns Found | Mirage News

Almost all planets have been discovered by the 'transit' method, which is when a planet crosses in front of its star, creating a mini-eclipse. This eclipse causes a dip in the starlight signal sent to Earth, suggesting there might be a planet orbiting there. But the transit method restricts us…

bubmagMay 4, 2026

Peace

Oil slips after Trump says US will help free ships stranded in Strait of Hormuz, World News

SINGAPORE - Oil prices eased on Monday (May 4) after US President Donald Trump said the United States would begin an effort to free up ships stranded in the Strait of Hormuz, however the lack of a US-Iran peace deal kept prices supported above $100 (S$127) Brent crude futures fell…

bubmagMay 4, 2026

Space Debris

The story of how the first American went to space

When a Redstone rocket lifted the spacecraft Freedom 7 into the sky on May 5, 1961, there was more resting on pilot Alan Shepard’s shoulders than just 6 g’s of acceleration. The outcome of his mission could decide the future of the American space program. The United States and its…

bubmagMay 4, 2026

Namibia

Namibia: Namibia-EU Forum Targets N$390 Billion for Green Future

The upcoming Namibia-European Union (EU) Business Forum aims to secure N$390 billion in investment to bolster green energy, logistics hubs, and sustainable economic diversification across Namibia. The event, scheduled to take place from 12 to 13 May in Windhoek, aims to leverage private investment through loans and grants under the…

bubmagMay 4, 2026

Moravec‘s Paradox

This Robot Could Explore Mars 3x Faster Than Today’s Rovers

Legged robot performing analogue tests in Marslabor at the University of Basel. Credit: Dr. Tomaso Bontognali A new robot could explore Mars faster than ever, scanning rocks for clues to life without waiting for humans. Exploring the surfaces of other worlds is a careful and time-consuming process. On Mars, communication…

bubmagMay 3, 2026

Trump Launches ‘Project Freedom’ in Hormuz, Iran Warns of Ceasefire Violation

Back from Syria’s Islamic State Camps, Albanians Struggle to Reintegrate

Emfuleni Municipality in court for water pollution

Petrol, diesel prices on 4 May: Fuel rates in Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata, Tamil Nadu, Kerala Bengaluru today

Seoul, Taipei hit records as Asian stocks track Wall St tech rally

New Star Wars Planetary Candidates With Dual Suns Found | Mirage News

Oil slips after Trump says US will help free ships stranded in Strait of Hormuz, World News

The story of how the first American went to space

Namibia: Namibia-EU Forum Targets N$390 Billion for Green Future

This Robot Could Explore Mars 3x Faster Than Today’s Rovers

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