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These are the key events on day 1,187 of Russia’s war on Ukraine.Here is where things stand on Monday, May 26: Fighting Ukrainian officials say the death toll from the largest Russian aerial attack on Ukraine has risen from 12 to 13, and wounded at least 60 people. The victims included three children aged eight, 12 and 17 in the northwestern region of Zhytomyr. Ukraine’s Air Force said Russia launched 298 drones and 69 missiles in its overnight assault, adding that it was able to down 266 drones and 45 missiles. The Russian Ministry of Defence said its troops had…

Stay informed with free updatesSimply sign up to the Commodities myFT Digest — delivered directly to your inbox.Thermal coal prices could fall further from around their four-year low, said analysts, as surging production in China leads to a glut across global markets.Benchmark prices for seaborne thermal coal, which is used in power stations to generate electricity, have tumbled to one-quarter of their peak levels in 2022, when Russia’s invasion of Ukraine sparked an energy crisis and a huge bull market in coal.A prolonged period of high prices in 2022 and 2023 — from which some miners and hedge funds were…

Unlock the Editor’s Digest for freeRoula Khalaf, Editor of the FT, selects her favourite stories in this weekly newsletter.Cyber attacks, such as that carried out on Marks and Spencer (M&S), are not uncommon. They are events that are increasing in number and sophistication, making them a big challenge for businesses — and what’s an issue for companies, is an issue for investors. The risks posed are enormous, from theft, disruption to trade and ruined reputations to significant financial losses and potential lawsuits when customers’ personal data is hacked. Failure to notify customers of a breach can mean a fine of…

Trump defends move to block international students from attending Harvard – CBS News Watch CBS News President Trump is defending his executive order preventing Harvard from enrolling international students. The order is currently on hold after being temporarily blocked by a judge. Willie James Inman has more. Be the first to know Get browser notifications for breaking news, live events, and exclusive reporting. Not Now Turn On

NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! Tensions flared during Saturday’s NCAA baseball game between Samford and Mercer.Samford outfielder Michael Gupton hit a two-run homer to increase the Bulldogs’ lead over the Mercer Bears. Gupton appeared to shout something at Mercer players during his spirited jog around the bases.  Gupton’s words seemed to target at least one player on the baseball diamond as well as the Mercer dugout. Gupton eventually touched home plate and celebrated with his Samford teammates.A visibly frustrated Mercer shortstop, Bradley Frye, attempted to follow Gupton and had to be held back by umpires. Mercer coaches…

An urgent manhunt is underway in Arkansas after a disgraced former police chief, who was serving time for murder and rape, escaped from prison.The Arkansas Department of Corrections said Grant Hardin, 56, escaped from the North Central Unit on Sunday afternoon in Calico Rock, AR. “Anyone with information about inmate Hardin’s whereabouts should contact local law enforcement immediately,” authorities said in a post on X.Officials said Hardin has been at the North Central Unit since 2017, serving a 30-year sentence for first-degree murder, as well as an additional sentence for rape.4 ARRESTED FOR ALLEGEDLY AIDING ESCAPED INMATES IN NEW ORLEANSThe jail…

Almost three years after their toddler’s “preventable” death in hospital, her family wants to light a fire of change.Pippa Mae White died in June, 2022, weeks before her third birthday, after being transferred to Orange Hospital in the NSW central west.Her mother Annah White spoke outside the NSW Coroners Court in Sydney’s west on Monday as an inquest into her daughter’s tragic death from sepsis resumed.”We feel that if we don’t push for answers and for change, who will?” she said.”It is very evident to us that our daughter Pippa should not have died.”The inquest, which began in June 2024,…

HONG KONG: Hong Kong’s Education Bureau said that it had called on universities in the Chinese territory to attract top talent following a ban on Harvard University enrolling foreign students. United States President Donald Trump’s administration revoked Harvard University’s ability to enrol international students and is forcing current foreign students to transfer to other schools or lose their legal status. The ban, effective for the 2025 to 2026 school year, comes as the administration said Harvard fostered antisemitism and coordinated with the Chinese Communist Party. Chinese nationals make up about a fifth of Harvard’s foreign student intake in 2024. “The…

NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! “Duck Dynasty” star Phil Robertson has died at the age of 79, his family announced on Sunday.The TV personality’s daughter-in-law Korie Robertson announced the news on Instagram. Robertson had previously battled Alzheimer’s disease.”We celebrate today that our father, husband, and grandfather, Phil Robertson, is now with the Lord,” the post read. “He reminded us often of the words of Paul, ‘you do not grieve like those who have no hope. For we believe that Jesus died and rose again, and so we believe that God will bring with Jesus those who have fallen…

Children are bearing the brunt of Israel’s genocide against Palestinians in Gaza.