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Crates containing Nazi documents were rediscovered in the basement of Argentina's Supreme Court while workers were clearing the building ahead of its archives being moved to a newly created museum. The documents, sent by the German embassy in Tokyo in 1941, were confiscated by Argentine customs officials and ended up in the Supreme Court's basement, where they remained for decades. Historians hope the documents will provide clues to the Nazis' financial networks and international ties.

Sean 'Diddy' Combs is on trial for charges including racketeering, sex trafficking, and transportation to engage in prostitution. Prosecutors allege he used his fame and violence to abuse women, including his ex-girlfriend Cassandra Ventura, and ran a criminal enterprise. The trial featured testimony from a security guard who witnessed Combs beating Ventura in a hotel hallway in 2016 and a man who claimed Combs abused Ventura during paid sexual encounters. Combs' attorneys defended his 'swinger' lifestyle, arguing that the women involved made their own choices.

The UNRWA chief, Philippe Lazzarini, has accused Israel of using food denial as a 'weapon of war' in Gaza, leading to widespread starvation and a looming famine. Israel has blocked humanitarian aid, including food and medical supplies, since the beginning of March, exacerbating the crisis. The situation is dire, with 70% of Gaza effectively off-limits to Palestinians, and the UN estimates that 470,000 Gazans are in a 'catastrophic' condition. Lazzarini warned that if aid doesn't arrive, people will die from lack of food, not just bombardment. Israel's actions have been criticized as a war crime and potentially amounting to genocide.

The article reports on the dire situation in Gaza, where nearly half a million people face catastrophic hunger due to the ongoing Israeli blockade. Parents are struggling to find food and medication for their children, and the UN has called for urgent international action to deliver aid.

The trial of French cinema star Gérard Depardieu for alleged sexual assault has concluded, and the verdict is expected. Depardieu, 76, denies the allegations made by two women who claim he groped them during the filming of 'Les Volets Verts' in 2021. The prosecution requested an 18-month suspended prison term, a €20,000 fine, and registration as a sex offender. The defense demanded an acquittal, characterizing the plaintiffs' team as 'more militants than lawyers.' The case has drawn significant attention due to Depardieu's stature in French cinema and the broader context of sexual assault allegations in the entertainment industry.

Kim Kardashian is set to testify in a Paris court as a witness in a 2016 burglary case where she was held up at gunpoint and had millions of dollars' worth of jewelry stolen. Ten people are on trial, with most denying involvement. The trial has garnered significant media attention, with Kardashian's testimony expected to be a key moment.

Pope Leo XIV has called for the release of imprisoned journalists and emphasized the importance of press freedom in his first address to the media at the Vatican. He expressed solidarity with jailed journalists and urged the media to report the truth, avoid partisan divisions, and not give space to fanaticism and hatred. The Pope also highlighted the role of journalists in bringing attention to injustice and poverty and raised concerns about the responsible use of artificial intelligence.

The United Nations aviation agency, ICAO, has ruled that Russia is responsible for the downing of Malaysia Airlines flight MH17 over eastern Ukraine in 2014, resulting in the deaths of 298 people. The agency found that Russia failed to uphold its obligations under international air law. The ruling was welcomed by the Australian and Dutch governments, who brought the case to the UN in 2022. The decision is seen as a significant step towards establishing the truth and achieving justice and accountability.

China's State Council released a white paper warning that the Cold War could 'reheat' in the Asia-Pacific region due to Western entities trying to 'curtail, suppress and contain China'. The paper emphasized the need to strengthen domestic political stability and national security amid increasing external security pressure and complicated risks. This comes as China and the US continue their ongoing trade war, despite a recent 90-day tariff reduction agreement.

Chinese President Xi Jinping has called on countries to unite against global trade wars and protectionism, veiledly referencing the US, during a meeting with leaders from over 30 Latin American and Caribbean nations in Beijing. Xi emphasized the need for solidarity and cooperation to maintain world peace and stability amidst rising geopolitical tensions and unilateralism.

The French government has denied false claims circulating on social media that European leaders, including President Emmanuel Macron, British Prime Minister Keir Starmer, and German Chancellor Friedrich Merz, were seen taking drugs on a train to Kyiv. The claims, propagated by conspiracy theorists and Russian officials, misinterpreted a white tissue on a table as a cocaine bag. France has condemned the 'fake news' and accused Russia of seeking to undermine efforts to bring peace to Ukraine.

Hong Kong has fast-tracked changes to its domestic security law amid escalating geopolitical tensions. The new subsidiary legislation was gazetted and took effect on the same day, bypassing the usual legislative vetting process. The government cited the need for swift action due to potential unforeseen circumstances and national security risks.

The article highlights seven significant news stories from Asia, including tensions between India and Pakistan over water issues, a controversy surrounding the K-pop group NewJeans, the kidnapping of a Malaysian witness, and political developments in Singapore.

A China-led international team of researchers analyzed data from Nasa's InSight lander and found evidence of liquid water in the Martian crust, between 5.4km and 8km deep. The discovery, published in National Science Review, suggests that the water-saturated rock layer could hold as much water as a global layer up to 780 meters thick, potentially explaining Mars' missing water.

The US Treasury Department has imposed sanctions on nearly two dozen companies and shipping agents accused of helping Iran transport billions of dollars worth of oil to China. The network of Hong Kong and mainland Chinese businesses allegedly disguised Iranian crude oil as coming from other sources and funneled it to China, funding Iran's military activities, including the development of ballistic missiles and drones.

The article discusses how China's investment in STEM fields and shift towards innovative thinking are attracting top mathematicians, including international talent and Chinese academics returning from abroad. Professor Mok Ngaiming, chair of mathematics at the University of Hong Kong, highlights the importance of developing local talent and international collaborations in driving mathematical advances in China.

The New York Times reviews the book 'Original Sin: President Biden's Decline, Its Cover-Up, and His Disastrous Choice to Run Again' by Jake Tapper and Alex Thompson. The book chronicles President Biden's decision to run for re-election despite his cognitive decline and the efforts of his aides to hide it. The authors, both journalists, conducted over 200 interviews with high-level insiders and provide a damning account of how Biden's team enabled his quixotic resolve to run again, sidelining Vice President Kamala Harris and attacking journalists who reported on Biden's condition. The book argues that Biden's decline was evident to those around him, but his team rationalized it as 'the Bidenness' or attributed it to his age. The authors criticize the 'cover-up' and argue that the American public was left in the dark about Biden's true condition.

The Federal Railroad Administration has engaged Elon Musk's Boring Company to assess costs and progress of the multibillion-dollar Frederick Douglass Tunnel program, an Amtrak project. The Boring Company may offer a more efficient and cost-effective solution, but concerns arise about Musk's conflicts of interest given his multiple roles and influence on government agencies.

The article discusses how German companies, which have a long history of investing in the United States, are reevaluating their strategy due to President Trump's tariffs. Many German manufacturers are pulling back from investing in the U.S. and are instead focusing on investing at home, driven by a new government's plans to reduce bureaucracy and invest in infrastructure. The automotive sector is among the hardest hit by the tariffs, with companies like BMW, Mercedes-Benz, and Volkswagen holding talks in Washington to ease the taxes. However, some companies like Stihl have avoided the worst effects of the tariffs due to their existing U.S. factories.

The article discusses how boys and young men in the United States are struggling in various aspects of their lives, including education, mental health, and transition to adulthood. Data shows that boys are falling behind girls in educational achievement, with lower graduation rates and college enrollment. Boys are also more likely to have mental health issues, such as ADHD and autism, and are more prone to suicidal behavior. The article suggests that societal changes, including shifts in the economy and education system, have contributed to these trends. Experts argue that the education system is not boy-friendly and that masculinity is often viewed as 'toxic.' The article highlights the need to address these issues and support boys and young men in their development.

Robert F. Kennedy Jr., the health secretary, posted photos on social media of himself and his grandchildren swimming in Rock Creek, a contaminated waterway in Washington D.C. where swimming is banned due to high levels of bacteria and sewage. The creek is used to drain excess sewage and storm water during rainfall, and city authorities are planning to build a tunnel to reduce the amount of sewage that flows into it.

The article discusses the testimony of Casandra Ventura, also known as Cassie, in the federal sex-trafficking and racketeering trial of music mogul Sean 'Diddy' Combs. Cassie testified about her decade-long relationship with Combs, detailing drug-fueled sex sessions, known as 'freak-offs,' that lasted for days and were orchestrated by Combs. She described feeling 'disgusting' and 'humiliated' during these sessions and claimed that Combs dictated her actions and appearance. Combs' lawyers argue that the sex acts were consensual, but Cassie contended that they were not. The trial is ongoing, with Cassie set to return to the stand.

Former President Joe Biden has a "small nodule" in his prostate, according to a spokesman. Urologists say the finding is concerning but not necessarily indicative of cancer. The nodule could be caused by inflammation, benign prostatic hypertrophy, or cancer. Doctors may use a PSA test, MRI, or ultrasound to evaluate the finding, and a biopsy may be necessary to determine if it is cancerous. The decision to treat the nodule, if it is cancerous, will depend on various factors, including Mr. Biden's overall health.

Argentina's Supreme Court has discovered Nazi regime documents and propaganda materials in its archives while preparing for a historical document museum. The materials, including postcards and photographs, were meant to spread Adolf Hitler's ideology in Argentina during World War II. The court has ordered the preservation and analysis of the documents, which are believed to be related to 83 packages sent by the German embassy in Tokyo in 1941.

A 35-year-old convicted murderer, Emanuele De Maria, allegedly stabbed a colleague on Friday and then threw himself from Milan's Duomo cathedral on Sunday, resulting in his death. De Maria had been serving a 14-year sentence for a 2016 murder but had been working part-time at a hotel near Milan's central train station. The man he stabbed, a 50-year-old Italian-Egyptian, underwent emergency surgery and was reported to be improving.

A power outage disrupted the London Underground network on Monday, causing multiple lines to be suspended or delayed. The Transport for London authority worked with the National Grid to determine the cause, which was attributed to a fault on the transmission network in central London. The outage caused significant disruption during the afternoon rush hour, with several stations closed or partially suspended. The incident raised concerns about the U.K.'s energy resilience, following a similar power outage last month that affected Heathrow Airport and thousands of homes.

A mayoral candidate, Yesenia Lara, and three of her supporters were shot dead during a campaign rally in Texistepec, Veracruz, Mexico. The attack was condemned by state governor Rocio Nahle, who vowed to find those responsible. The killing is the latest in a series of violent attacks on politicians in Mexico, particularly at the local level, linked to cartels and the narcotics trade.

The United States has suspended imports of live cattle from Mexico for at least two weeks due to the detection of screwworm, a potentially fatal parasite, in remote farms in Oaxaca and Veracruz, Mexico. The U.S. Department of Agriculture cited an 'unacceptable northward advancement' of the parasite and aims to review the joint strategy with Mexico to combat it. Mexican officials, including President Claudia Sheinbaum and Agriculture Secretary Julio Berdegué, have expressed disagreement with the measure, citing potential economic impacts.

A 63-year-old French climber, Margareta Morin, died while attempting to climb Kanchenjunga, the world's third-highest mountain, due to health complications. Another climber, Adrian Michael Hayes, was rescued after suffering from altitude sickness. The incident is the third death in the spring climbing season in Nepal, which is home to eight of the world's 10 highest peaks.

Asia-Pacific markets traded mixed on Tuesday following a massive rally on Wall Street after a trade deal between the U.S. and China, which includes a 90-day pause on tariffs and a drop in reciprocal tariffs by 115 percentage points. Japanese investment bank Nomura upgraded Chinese equities to a 'tactical overweight' due to the surprise agreement. While some markets like Japan and Australia rose, others like Hong Kong and India fell. The trade deal also impacted gold prices, which declined as investors bet on a recovery in stocks and riskier assets.

European markets are expected to open mixed on Tuesday due to lingering uncertainty over the global trade outlook despite a 90-day pause in the U.S.-China tariff spat. Key earnings releases and data, including U.K. retail sales and Germany's ZEW economic sentiment survey, will be closely watched.

Fintech companies like Robinhood, Revolut, and Monzo, which benefited from high interest rates in 2024, now face challenges as interest rates decline. Experts warn that fintechs relying heavily on net interest income may struggle, but those with diversified revenue streams may be better positioned. Some fintechs are taking steps to diversify their income sources.

The U.S. and China have agreed to a 90-day tariff cut, which is expected to help Chinese-made goods reach the U.S. in time for Christmas. The move addresses a major pain point for retailers, as nearly a fifth of U.S. retail sales come from the Christmas season. While the tariff cut is temporary, it is seen as a positive step, with some companies expecting to resume production for U.S. clients. However, tariffs on certain products remain high, and the overall impact on prices and supply chains is still uncertain.

A recent report from the Mastercard Economics Institute found that more than half of the top 15 emerging summer travel destinations are in Asia, led by Japan. Tokyo and Osaka topped the list, driven by a depreciating yen and interest from Asian, European, and American travelers. The report also highlighted that Asian travelers are more sensitive to currency fluctuations, with a 1% depreciation of the yen driving a 1.5% increase in visits from mainland China. In contrast, the United States is experiencing a decline in international visits, particularly among Canadians.

American tennis player Coco Gauff defeated British player Emma Raducanu in the Italian Open, advancing to the quarterfinals where she will face Mirra Andreeva. Gauff's dominant victory in 79 minutes marked a significant achievement, making her the youngest player to reach four WTA 1000 clay quarterfinals since 2009. She attributed her success to improved footwork and a strong forehand.

The article discusses how Russia is using social media influencers to promote a positive image of life in Mariupol, a Ukrainian port city that has been under Russian occupation since 2022. The Kremlin is supporting local content creators, including schoolchildren, through 'blogger schools' and training programs to showcase the city's reconstruction and 'revival.' However, this narrative omits the city's destruction during Russia's siege and the ongoing suffering of its residents. Ukrainian officials accuse Moscow of attempting to cover up evidence of civilian casualties and trying to manipulate public perception through these influencers.

Four ex-military friends plan to climb Mount Everest in just seven days using xenon gas to aid acclimatization, a method that has raised concerns among medical professionals and the International Climbing and Mountaineering Federation due to potential health risks and lack of evidence supporting its effectiveness.

The United Nations mission in Libya has called for de-escalation after intense fighting broke out in the capital city Tripoli, resulting in concerns over civilian safety and potential war crimes. The clashes are linked to the killing of a prominent commander, Abdulghani Kikli, and have led to the suspension of university activities and calls for citizens to stay at home.

CNN's Jake Tapper has released a new book titled 'Original Sin: President Biden's Decline, Its Cover-Up, and His Disastrous Choice to Run Again', which explores how the White House hid President Joe Biden's deteriorating health during his presidency. The book, set to be released on May 20th, reveals that Biden's aides discussed putting him in a wheelchair for his second term due to his severe physical deterioration.

Australian authorities have seized over a ton of cocaine worth nearly $400 million off the coast of Australia and arrested five men in connection with the drug bust. The operation involved the NSW Police Force and the Australian Federal Police (AFP), who monitored the suspects' activities after obtaining intelligence about a suspicious purchase of a boat. The five men, aged between 24 and 35, were charged with supplying a prohibited drug and participating in a criminal group.

The family of American journalist Austin Tice, missing in Syria since 2012, has denied reports that his remains have been found among those discovered in a recent international search effort organized by Qatar. The family believes Tice is alive and the FBI is offering a $1 million reward for information leading to his safe return.

British police are investigating a fire that damaged the door of Prime Minister Keir Starmer's rented house in north London. The fire was extinguished within half an hour, and no one was injured. The house has been a target for protesters in the past.

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer plans to tighten immigration rules amid voter frustration with high immigration numbers, aiming to end what his office calls 'Britain's failed experiment in open borders.' The new rules will restrict skilled visas, limit lower-skilled visas to critical industries, and increase English language requirements for adult dependents. The changes are a response to the rise of anti-immigration Reform UK party and voter concerns over strained public services and ethnic tensions.

New Caledonia's president, Alcide Ponga, is working to address the push for independence from France one year after deadly riots ravaged the territory. Ponga, an indigenous Kanak and anti-independence leader, aims to rebuild the economy, revive the nickel industry, and develop relationships with regional partners. Despite deep divisions over independence, Ponga is confident that an agreement can be reached in the coming months.

Canada's Liberal party is close to forming a majority government after a judicial recount in the Quebec district of Terrebonne found the Liberal challenger Tatiana Auguste won by one vote. However, a voter claims her ballot was not counted, potentially throwing the result into disarray. The Liberals currently hold 170 seats, and three more recounts are pending in other electoral districts.

The family of Ovidio Guzmán, son of notorious drug lord Joaquín 'El Chapo' Guzmán, has entered the United States as part of negotiations for a plea deal in his narcotics case. Ovidio Guzmán was extradited to the US in 2023 and is believed to be seeking a plea agreement to avoid trial. Seventeen of his relatives traveled to the US, prompting Mexico's security minister to urge the US Department of Justice to share information about the case.

The article reports on the killing of Abdel Ghani al-Kikli, a powerful Libyan militia leader, which triggered armed clashes in Tripoli, resulting in at least six deaths. Al-Kikli's militia, the Stability Support Apparatus (SSA), has been accused of human rights abuses, including extrajudicial killings, torture, and serious human rights violations against migrants and refugees. The clashes erupted overnight, with gunfire echoing in the city centre and other parts of Tripoli. The Libyan government called on citizens to stay at home for their safety, and the UN mission in Libya urged all parties to cease fighting and restore calm.

A UK parliamentary committee has called for changes to the law to enable the prosecution of Islamic State fighters who return to the UK after committing atrocities in Syria and Iraq. Over 400 individuals are believed to have returned without facing justice. The committee's report criticizes the government's previous stance that such crimes should be investigated and prosecuted locally. The report also highlights concerns about the repatriation of children held in camps in northeast Syria.

Kim Kardashian was robbed at gunpoint in Paris in 2016, with jewellery worth millions stolen. The case has now gone to trial, with Kardashian testifying. The robbery occurred during Paris Fashion Week when Kardashian was staying at the Hotel de Pourtalès. Three armed men, disguised as police, forced their way into her apartment, tied her up, and stole items including a $4m diamond engagement ring. Ten defendants are on trial, with five facing armed robbery and kidnapping charges, known as the 'grandpa robbers' due to their ages ranging from 60 to 72 at the time of the incident. The trial started on 28 April at the Court of Appeal of Paris and involves over 2,000 documents.

Nissan is expected to announce a significant expansion of its cost-cutting measures, potentially cutting 20,000 jobs globally, more than doubling the previously announced 9,000 job cuts. The company is set to release its financial results, anticipated to show a substantial net loss of up to £3.8 billion, on Tuesday. The job cuts would represent a 15% reduction in Nissan's global workforce, although it's unclear if the Sunderland plant in the UK will be affected. Nissan has faced challenges including weak sales, rising costs, and US trade tariffs.