The US Department of Justice demands that Google sell its AdX and DoubleClick for Publishers advertising business after a court decision on the monopoly. Google disagrees with this.
The average price of Urals and ESPO fell to 3,987 rubles per barrel, which is 40% lower than the Russian government's forecast for 2025. As a result, the government raised its budget deficit estimate for 2025.
Attempts to restart Zaporizhzhya NPP may lead to consequences comparable to an "act of nuclear terror" due to degradation of safety, lack of personnel and militarisation of the plant. It is not yet possible to operate ZNPP at full capacity.
The US President believes that Russia and Ukraine want to resolve the war. Trump suggests that Putin, after the fall in oil prices, will be more inclined to peace.
Ford has worsened its profit forecast for 2025 due to US tariffs on the automotive industry. The company's losses may reach $1.5.
The New York Times and The New Yorker received 7 Pulitzer Prizes for journalism. Reports on the assassination attempt on Trump, the conflict in Sudan, and coverage of freedom of speech issues were recognized.
Oil prices rose in Asian trading, recovering from a fall to their lowest level since 2021. The reason for the fall was concerns about the consequences of the trade war between the US and China.
Work has begun to raise the yacht "Bayesian," which sank off the coast of Sicily in the summer of 2024. Among the dead was British businessman Mike Lynch and his daughter.
CNBC has compiled a ranking of the most expensive football clubs. Real Madrid tops the list with a value of $6.7 billion. 11 English teams are in the top 25.
On the embankment of the Île Saint-Louis, a fisherman pulled a monster catfish out of the Seine. French comedian Jamel Debbouze, who was passing by, witnessed the fisherman's fight with the huge fish.
Francis' Popemobile will be converted into a mobile clinic for children in Gaza. The Vatican confirmed that this was the "Pope's last wish."
Pakistan successfully test-fired a 120 km range surface-to-surface missile amid tensions with India. The aim was to ensure the readiness of troops and test the missile's navigation system.
Gold prices rose amid investor expectations regarding trade negotiations between the US and China and a meeting of the Federal Reserve System. Spot gold rose by 1.8% to $3,298.09.
The EU is seeking to end imports of Russian gas and plans to announce a roadmap to abandon it. Lawsuits over breached contracts amount to €18.5 billion.
Boris Pistorius will retain the post of Defence Minister in the new German government. Other appointments to the coalition between Friedrich Merz's Christian Democratic Union (CDU) and the Social Democratic Party of Germany (SPD) have also been made.
Oscar Piastri wins Miami Grand Prix, extending Formula 1 lead. The Australian outpaced Norris and Russell, while Ferrari showed passivity.
George Simion, a well-known nationalist and Eurosceptic, promises to stop aid to Ukraine and appoint pro-Russian Prime Minister Călin Georgescu. In the second round, he will compete with Nicușor Dan.
Donald Trump has stated that he is considering Steven Miller as a candidate for the position of National Security Advisor. According to Trump, the final decision will be made within 6 months.
A large-scale fire has broken out at the "Strela" factory in the Suzemsky district of the Bryansk region, which fulfills orders for the Russian military-industrial complex. Buildings have been destroyed, and security guards have been injured.
Putin stated that Western partners wanted to divide Russia into parts, and that is why he started the war. He added that the Russian Federation was not ready for a full-scale invasion of Ukraine in 2014.
The Israeli army confirmed that fragments of a Houthi missile hit Tel Aviv airport. As a result of the attack, eight people were injured, and the Israeli Minister of Defense threatened a harsh response.
As a result of shelling in the Kherson region, five people were injured. Houses, shops, a school and infrastructure facilities in 17 settlements were damaged.
In an interview with Russian media, Putin stated the inevitability of reconciliation with Ukraine. He also noted that Russia was being provoked regarding nuclear threats, but there was no need to use weapons.
As a result of the night attack on Kyiv, houses, a shopping center and cars were damaged. 11 people were injured, including two teenagers. The Prosecutor's Office has launched an investigation into the war crime.
Russian troops shelled Kharkiv region, using KABs, UAVs and rockets. There are dead and wounded among civilians, houses, administrative buildings and educational institutions were damaged.
On the morning of May 4, Vnukovo Airport in Moscow temporarily restricted the reception and departure of aircraft. According to media reports, the "Carpet" plan has been introduced in the city.
Tokyo has lodged a strong protest with the Chinese ambassador over the intrusion of coast guard ships into Japanese territorial waters around the Senkaku Islands. A violation of airspace by a Chinese helicopter has also been recorded.
During Paul Kalkbrenner's performance at the Elrow Town festival in Madrid, he was attacked by an unknown person. The attacker was pulled away from the artist by security personnel.
NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte has proposed that alliance members increase defense spending to 3. 5% of GDP. An additional 1.5% will go to broader security-related expenses.
The Court of Appeal has rejected Prince Harry's appeal for increased security measures. He and his family will no longer receive automatic protection like other members of the royal family.
