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North and South Korea are in an underground war – Kim Jong Un might now be winning
The neighbouring countries have long been embroiled in a war of information. But has there been a recent shift in who has the ‘upper hand’?
US to double tariffs on steel and aluminium imports to 50%, Trump says
President Donald Trump says the increase in tariffs will protect America’s steel industry, along with an expected partnership with Japan.
Fleeing US deportations, it took this family three tries to enter Canada
Migrant Araceli and her family hoped Canada offered safety from President Trump’s immigration crackdown, but claiming asylum proved a challenge.
Plane carrying Liberian president involved in landing scare
Part of the presidential jet’s landing gear malfunctioned while approaching the runway, authorities say.
US government health report cited non-existent sources, academics say
Authors of several studies cited in the report told news outlets they did not write them and the studies did not exist.
Taylor Swift buys back her master recordings
The singer announces that she owns the masters to her first six albums, for the first time ever.
Ukraine accuses Russia of undermining next round of peace talks
Russia says it is sending its negotiators to Turkey for a second round of ceasefire talks on 2 June.
Floods kill at least 110 people after heavy rain in Nigeria
Torrential rains in the central town of Mokwa led to the deadly floods, authorities say.
Suspect in South African student’s murder killed in police shootout
The main suspect in the murder of Olorato Mongale was found by police on Friday morning.