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1. Russia disrupts mobile internet as Kremlin scales back Victory Day parade
Russia has cut mobile internet services for many users in Moscow ahead of the May 9 Victory Day parade, which commemorates the defeat of Nazi Germany. The Kremlin is reportedly reducing the scale of the event due to security concerns.
2. At least 26 killed by explosion at fireworks plant in central China
An explosion at a fireworks factory in Changsha, Hunan province, has resulted in at least 26 fatalities and 61 injuries. The blast occurred Monday afternoon, with state media reporting ongoing investigations into the cause.
3. Two people killed after car plows into crowd in Germany
A car drove into a crowd in a pedestrian zone in Leipzig, Germany, on Monday, leading to two deaths and multiple injuries. The 33-year-old driver has been arrested and is currently in police custody as investigations continue.
4. Musk cheated on Twitter purchase – he’ll probably get away with a mini-comparison
Elon Musk is expected to settle a lawsuit with the US Securities and Exchange Commission for 1.5 million dollars over allegations related to his Twitter share purchases. The settlement is anticipated to conclude the legal proceedings without further penalties.
5. Secret Service shoots armed man near White House
In an incident near the White House, Secret Service officers shot an armed man during a confrontation, resulting in injuries to a nearby child. This event has heightened concerns over political violence following recent security breaches.
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6. French President Emmanuel Macron emphasized Armenia’s pivot towards Europe during his visit to Yerevan, marking a significant shift from Russian influence. This statement coincided with regional summits focused on enhancing security and cooperation with the EU.
7. In a major drug bust, Spain’s Civil Guard has seized a record amount of cocaine, estimated between 30,000 and 45,000 kilograms, from a freighter destined for Libya. Authorities are continuing their investigation into the trafficking network behind this shipment.
8. GameStop has made a substantial $55.5 billion takeover offer for eBay, according to CEO Ryan Cohen. He expressed confidence that this acquisition could position eBay as a stronger competitor against Amazon in the e-commerce market.
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The European Commission has blocked EU funding for Huawei’s solar technology, specifically targeting the company’s inverters that convert solar panel electricity into grid-compatible current. This decision reflects ongoing concerns within the EU regarding the security risks posed by Chinese tech giants, particularly Huawei and ZTE, in critical sectors such as telecommunications.
In a related development, the UK government is seeking access to the EU’s €5 billion tech scale-up fund. Established by the European Innovation Council in 2020, this fund aims to invest in startups and address funding gaps faced by European companies. The Scaleup Europe Fund, anticipated to be operational soon, is expected to facilitate larger investments compared to its predecessor.
Turning to the weather. In Riga, 5 to 16 degrees. In London, 11 to 16 degrees. In Paris, 12 to 16 degrees. In Brussels, 10 to 12 degrees. In Berlin, 10 to 18 degrees. In Stockholm, 4 to 11 degrees. In Madrid, 10 to 19 degrees.
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