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World

June 5, 2026

Russia, Cuba to collaborate on cancer vaccine development

He said it would formalise joint efforts on an oncology vaccine, representing a new phase in bilateral healthcare cooperation.

Needle and syringe
June 5, 2026

Actor James Handy stabbed to death; girlfriend’s son arrested, charged with murder 

The late actor played roles in films and television series, including Jumanji, The Rocketeer, Logan, Unbreakable, Criminal Minds, and Law & Order.

James Handy
June 5, 2026

Indonesia set to regulate cigarette packaging to tackle youth addiction

The ministry confirmed that graphic health warnings would remain mandatory under the new regulations.

Packs of cigarettes
June 5, 2026

Former University of Surrey student charged with attempted murder over campus crossbow attack

The suspect has been identified as 21-year-old Saudi Arabian national Almunthir Daqamah, a former student of the university.

University of Surrey
June 5, 2026

Australia intercepts 100,000 cockroaches in record-breaking insect seizure

The insects, including Madagascar hissing cockroaches and Dubia cockroaches, valued at about AU$200,000, were discovered at a commercial breeding facility in Bathurst.

June 5, 2026

Israel pledges to deepen partnership with Nigeria to bolster AI

The Israeli ambassador added that deepening the Israel-Nigeria partnership was the only way to achieve that objective.

Michael Freeman, Israeli ambassador to Nigeria
June 5, 2026

World Environment Day: UN chief advocates protection of forests, land

Mr Guterres made the call in his message marking the 2026 World Environment Day, observed globally on June 5.

June 5, 2026

NTI director outlines how non-nuclear states can rescue global disarmament, counter rising risks

Ms Jaworek says the NPT RevCon’s failure to reach a consensus for the third consecutive time signals deep structural vulnerabilities within the global security architecture.

Patricia Jaworek
June 5, 2026
June 4, 2026

DEA to host inaugural Fentanyl Free America Summit in Florida

The event is expected to bring together more than 2,500 participants. 

The U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration