Former Ghana international Kwadwo Asamoah has voiced concerns about the current Black Stars squad, warning that the team may lack the quality needed to compete at the 2026 FIFA World Cup in North America.

https://www.modernghana.com/sports/1490384/2026-world-cup-it-will-not-be-easy-for-black-star.html

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Life has never been better for the Dockers under Justin Longmuir, notching their best winning streak since 2015, the same year they won the minor premiership. It’s a different story over at Lathlain.

https://www.theage.com.au/national/western-australia/fremantle-are-on-a-winning-streak-not-seen-since-2015-how-far-can-they-go-20260504-p5ztia.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_national

Democrats have spent the last 10 years accusing Donald Trump of being the second coming of Hitler and melting down when Elon Musk or anyone else perceived as close to Trump made a hand gesture they pretended was a Nazi salute.

https://nypost.com/2026/05/03/opinion/miranda-devine-dems-seek-a-blue-collar-maga-man-to-win-back-trump-voters-but-better-look-in-the-mirror/

#Post

Best hitter matchups for this week include the Marlins, Phillies and Mets

https://www.cbssports.com/fantasy/baseball/news/fantasy-baseball-week-7-preview-top-10-sleeper-hitters-include-moises-ballesteros-nathaniel-lowe/

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Hearing of lived experiences of antisemitism from Jewish Australians will be the focus when the royal commission public hearings begin in Sydney.

https://www.brisbanetimes.com.au/national/daughter-of-bondi-terror-victim-to-give-first-public-evidence-at-royal-commission-20260504-p5zten.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

Experience Egypt’s iconic street food with this hearty, fragrant dish – packed with warm spices, it delivers maximum flavour and minimal fuss.

https://www.brisbanetimes.com.au/goodfood/recipes/koshari-style-rice-with-spice-roasted-tomatoes-20260407-p5zlzt.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

A Canberra driver has captured two couch-riders appearing to power a couch using e-scooters down a dark street in the rain.

https://www.watoday.com.au/national/canberra-driver-captures-couch-being-driven-down-street-20260504-p5ztik.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_national

#watoday

Copper and gold are among the most compelling commodities in 2026, with strong fundamentals expected to support prices even amid rising oil costs. Long-term demand tied to electrification, infrastructure, and energy transition continues to underpin both metals, reinforcing their strategic importance in global markets.Cascadia Minerals (TSXV:CAM), a Canadian junior mining company, is focused on exploring and advancing copper and gold assets in Yukon. The company is building a balanced portfolio that includes a resource-stage development asset alongside a pipeline of earlier-stage exploration...

https://investingnews.com/cascadia-minerals-advancing-copper-and-gold-projects-in-yukon/

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The deadly virus is contracted after exposure to rodent faeces, urine or saliva, with further cases suspected on board a vessel.

https://www.watoday.com.au/national/nsw/the-rare-rat-virus-behind-cruise-ship-deaths-20260504-p5ztfa.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_national

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After abandoning the Sisyphean task of improving women's lot in the Liberal Party, Charlotte Mortlock has formed, quite literally, 'Something Better'. What does history tell us about how this might go?The post Something Better, or much worse? An incomplete history of splinter parties in Australian politics appeared first on Crikey.

https://www.crikey.com.au/2026/05/04/something-better-jacquie-lambie-one-nation-clive-palmer-cory-bernardi/

#crikey

Former Ghana international Kwadwo Asamoah says he is hopeful the Black Stars can deliver a strong showing at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, even as he acknowledges the challenges ahead. Ghana, four-time African champions, have been drawn in Group L alongside England, Croatia and Panama as they prepare for their fifth appearance at football rsqu .

https://www.modernghana.com/sports/1490386/2026-world-cup-kwadwo-asamoah-backs-black-stars.html

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Directed by Simon McQuoid, Mortal Kombat II is set to hit theaters on May 8, 2026. The film had its premiere on April 27, 2026, at the TCL Chinese Theatre ahead of its May release.

https://www.sportskeeda.com/us/movies/when-will-mortal-kombat-ii-2026-premiere-release-date-cast-details-first-look

#Sportskeeda

As you move forward in Far Far West, having a strong solo build matters more because the game gets harder and enemies become less forgiving.

https://www.sportskeeda.com/esports/best-solo-build-far-far-west

#Sportskeeda

Shedeur Sanders returned to the University of Colorado Boulder on Saturday to complete his graduation, a year after leaving for the NFL.

https://www.sportskeeda.com/nfl/news-emmanuel-acho-makes-feelings-known-shedeur-sanders-returns-colorado-graduation

#Sportskeeda

Frankie Muniz will miss the NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series race at Watkins Glen International after a scheduling clash with his GT4 America program.

https://www.sportskeeda.com/nascar/news-frankie-muniz-pulls-watkins-glen-nascar-truck-series-race-due-scheduling-conflict

#Sportskeeda

Cleveland Browns quarterback Shedeur Sanders rose to prominence during his final two college years at the Colorado Buffaloes.

https://www.sportskeeda.com/nfl/news-coach-prime-drops-2-word-reaction-shedeur-sanders-3-9-gpa-colorado-graduation

#Sportskeeda

Broj stradalih u poplavama i klizištima izazvanim obilnim padavinama u Keniji porastao je na najmanje 18, saopštila je danas kenijska policija.

https://www.telegraf.rs/vesti/svet/4319364-broj-poginulih-u-poplavama-i-klizistima-u-keniji-porastao-na-najmanje-18

#Telegraf

Heavy security as counting of votes polled for elections to Assemblies of Assam, Kerala, Tamil Nadu, West Bengal and Puducherry and bye-elections in seven Assembly constituencies of five States to be taken up

https://www.thehindu.com/elections/eci-ensures-transparency-and-all-set-for-vote-counting-in-assam-kerala-tamil-nadu-west-bengal-and-puducherry/article70935694.ece

"Last night, I happened to watch Gavin Newscum, an admittedly Low IQ person, who said he can’t read a speech, is dumb, and essentially, incompetent, and he took Bill Maher 'over the coals,'" Trump said on Truth Social.

https://nypost.com/2026/05/03/us-news/trump-rips-weak-totally-deficient-bill-mahers-chat-with-dumb-newsom/

A Teaching Regulation Agency misconduct panel found English teacher Annika Kapur drank gin and lemon hidden in a water bottle during a lesson

https://www.mirror.co.uk/news/uk-news/drunk-teacher-who-hid-gin-37105754

#Mirror

Košarkaši Crvene zvezde dočekali su ekipu Zlatibora od 19.00, u okviru majstorice plej-ina Superlige Srbije.

https://www.telegraf.rs/sport/kosarka/4319363-evo-gde-je-nikola-kalinic-dok-zvezda-igra-majstoricu-sa-zlatiborom-u-pioniru

#Telegraf

ESKİŞEHİR'in Odunpazarı ilçesinde evinde çıkan yangında yoğun dumandan etkilenen Ünzile Ceylan (98) hayatını kaybetti.

https://www.haberler.com/guncel/evde-cikan-yanginda-hayatini-kaybetti-19799766-haberi/

#Haberler.com

Katy Perry and Miranda Kerr showcased their close relationship despite the former's breakup from Orlando Bloom last year, take a look…

https://www.hellomagazine.com/us/899299/katy-perry-relationship-miranda-kerr-new-photo-orlando-bloom-split/

#hellomagazine

Jeanine Pirro says she has new evidence against correspondents’ dinner suspect

https://www.independent.co.uk/bulletin/news/jeanine-pirro-trump-attack-evidence-cole-tomas-allen-b2969798.html

#Independent

This smart, stylish Ryanair cabin bag has a clever standout feature that makes packing for your holiday far easier - with one shopper even describing it as “genius”.

https://www.sussexexpress.co.uk/recommended/this-ryanair-cabin-bag-with-hidden-genius-extra-now-has-30-off-on-in-amazon-sale-8457225

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In the clip, made by user "whatthevek" earlier this week, not a single high school-aged student was able to read the sentence, "She wore a silhouette of clothes that were extraordinary but somewhat gauche."

https://nypost.com/2026/05/03/us-news/high-school-student-exposes-classmates-abysmal-reading-skills/

On Mr. Sinha’s invitation, the Speaker of the House, Cabinet ministers, legislators, heads of regional parties, top security officials, religious leaders, educational institutes and administrators of hospitals attended a two-km-long rally

https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/jammu-and-kashmir/jk-l-g-galvanisesmassive-public-support-against-drug-abuse-says-neighbouring-country-using-it-for-terrorism-radicalisation/article70935113.ece

Court papers do not explicitly accuse the suspect of shooting the officer, even as officials say it was not "friendly fire".

https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cm2pmk0r3pjo?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss

60 proc. suaugusių šalies gyventojų laikosi nuomonės, kad reikalai jų gyvenamojoje savivaldybėje pastaruoju metu iš esmės krypsta į gerąją pusę – taip manančių žmonių per keturis su puse metų išaugo 8 proc., rodo naujausia Eltos užsakymu „Baltijos tyrimų“ atlikta apklausa. Šių metų kovo 19 – 30 d. gyventojų buvo prašoma atsakyti į klausimą, o į […]The post Šeši iš dešimties gyventojų padėtį savo savivaldybėje vertina teigiamai appeared first on Sekunde.lt.

https://sekunde.lt/sesi-is-desimties-gyventoju-padeti-savo-savivaldybeje-vertina-teigiamai/

#Sekunde

The failure of the beleaguered and financially stricken Matjhabeng Local Municipality to pay one of its service providers has led to the attachment of some of its movable assets. On Tuesday, the sheriff of the court attached six traffic police vehicles after the municipality failed to settle a R350,000 debt owed to a contractor. Matjhabeng […]The post Matjhabeng traffic vehicles seized over failure to pay service provider appeared first on Sunday World.

https://sundayworld.co.za/news/matjhabeng-traffic-vehicles-seized-over-failure-to-pay-service-provider/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=matjhabeng-traffic-vehicles-seized-over-failure-to-pay-service-provider

#sundayworld

The death of the mall has been greatly exaggerated. "Indoor malls and open-air centers have posted consistent year-over-year visit growth, outlet declines have been modest, and early 2026 data shows renewed momentum across all three formats," according to data from Placer.ai. Instead, malls have ...

https://www.thestreet.com/retail/mall-fashion-retailer-carters-closes-150-stores-in-turnaround-push

#mainstreet

SNDP general secretary says LDF government’s welfare work among the poor will reflect in the results. The BJP is likely to win seats in Thiruvananthapuram and emerge as a corrective force in the State’s politics, he adds

https://www.thehindu.com/elections/kerala-assembly/kerala-assembly-polls-2026-vellappally-natesan-hopes-for-ldf-win-says-bjp-will-open-account-in-state/article70935475.ece

286 mandals report temperatures above 41°C; thunderstorms likely in parts of coastal Andhra as heatwave persists on May 4, prompting officials to urge precautions against extreme heat and lightning

https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/andhra-pradesh/heatwave-grips-andhra-pradesh-as-gudur-records-462c-rains-in-coastal-pockets/article70935335.ece

Though some say weed can improve mood and energy, there are negative effects on cognitive skills — especially in younger users.

https://nypost.com/2026/05/03/health/weed-is-harming-teens-brain-development-largest-us-study-warns/

#Post

Options under a middle path could be either zero duty import in September-October as current stock in the country is comfortable to meet domestic, or reduce import duty to 6-7% from the current 11%

https://www.thehindubusinessline.com/economy/policy/india-may-take-middle-path-unlikely-to-remove-import-duty-on-cotton/article70935057.ece

The Build a Rocket Boy co-CEOs could really do with a new PR manager, because they've even managed to upset the die-hard MindsEye community this time

https://kotaku.com/ex-gta-producer-takes-a-break-from-mindseye-mess-to-help-someone-vibe-code-a-game-2000692688

#kotaku

Chief Electoral Officer Archana Patnaik holds review meeting with with Election Commission officials ahead of counting day on May 4

https://www.thehindu.com/elections/tamil-nadu-assembly/ec-makes-final-preparations-for-counting-of-votes-at-62-centres-across-tamil-nadu/article70931465.ece

The programme will feature two sessions — ‘The Rejigged Employee’ and ‘The Learning Entrepreneur’ — focusing on adaptability, upskilling and innovation

https://www.thehindu.com/news/cities/chennai/srm-and-the-hindu-to-host-future-career-conversations-in-chennai-on-may-5/article70934961.ece

An alumna of the Biden administration openly questioned whether the 46th president's Justice Department wrongly shut down a merger between JetBlue and Spirit Airlines, now that the ultralow-cost airline has shuttered.

https://nypost.com/2026/05/03/us-news/ex-biden-official-all-but-admits-admin-killed-spirit-airlines-by-rejecting-jetblue-merger/

The People's Postcode Lottery sees players across Wales awarded cash prizes simply for taking part - here are all the winners from April 2026

https://www.mirror.co.uk/news/uk-news/23-uk-streets-celebrating-payouts-37105140

#Mirror

The two-time Toronto Blue Jays All-Star sent a message about returning to his old spot after the latest New York Mets injury.

https://www.forbes.com/sites/peterchawaga/2026/05/03/mets-bo-bichette-offers-4-word-response-on-returning-to-blue-jays-role/

#Forbes

If your May watchlist is looking a little sparse, check out these nine binge-worthy shows to watch this month, across the BBC, Netflix, ITV, Disney+, Apple TV, Paramount+, Sky Atlantic and NOW

https://www.hellomagazine.com/film/899286/binge-worthy-tv-shows-to-watch-this-may-on-the-bbc-netflix-and-more/

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Modern medicine prides itself on being a universal science, built on evidence from clinical trials. But there's a bias in medical research. While Africa accounts for roughly 25% of the global disease bu .

https://www.modernghana.com/news/1490276/the-bias-in-medical-research-africa-carries-a.html

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