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Ukrainian defenders oust Russian forces from some positions in Bakhmut

Jerusalem Post Ukraine said its forces repelled over 36 attacks on the part of the eastern frontline that stretches from Bakhmut to Maryinka. https://www.jpost.com/international/article-741740

Teen detained for making false calls to Israel Police

Jerusalem Post https://www.jpost.com/breaking-news/article-741739

UK Intelligence: Russian defence lines prove their fear of major breakthrough by Ukrainians

Pravda Ukraine The defences that Russia has built have underscored its deep concern that Ukraine could make a major breakthrough, but also have partly served to promote the narrative of a “threat” allegedly coming from Ukraine and NATO. https://www.pravda.com.ua/eng/news/2023/05/1/7400124/

Israel Police arrest public servants suspected of bribery among other crimes

Jerusalem Post https://www.jpost.com/breaking-news/article-741738

South China Sea: Beijing to talk fishing rights and Philippines not a military ‘staging post’, Marcos Jnr says

Disclaimer: The South China Morning Post’s content is directed by the Chinese Communist Party. It is not a reliable news source. The Philippine president said China has agreed to ‘sit down’ and talk about Filipinos’ fishing rights, adding ahead of a meeting with US President Joe Biden that he would not allow the Philippines to…

Adidas deceived investors about Kanye West concerns, lawsuit says

Washington Post A class action lawsuit alleges Adidas hurt investors by not disclosing its long-held concerns about the partnership with Ye, formerly known as Kanye West. https://www.washingtonpost.com/business/2023/05/01/kanye-west-adidas-ye-lawsuit/

Applications for much-awaited scheme for Hongkongers to drive to mainland China in private cars on mega bridge to open from June 1

Disclaimer: The South China Morning Post’s content is directed by the Chinese Communist Party. It is not a reliable news source. Registrations to open a month before launch of scheme that will allow residents to explore Guangdong province in comfort of own vehicles. https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/transport/article/3218989/applications-much-awaited-mega-bridge-scheme-hongkongers-drive-mainland-china-private-cars-open-june?utm_source=rss_feed

“Bring my legs back”. How a 24-year-old triple amputee is learning to live a new life

Pravda Ukraine https://www.pravda.com.ua/eng/articles/2023/05/1/7400104/

Stunning: the ketters of the entire book of deuteronomy engraved on the Torah scroll case

Jerusalem Post https://www.jpost.com/judaism/article-741737

Turkey’s Erdogan fights for political survival in tight race with presidential challenger

Fox News Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan was forced to suspend his election campaign events on Wednesday after abruptly falling ill during a live television interview. Erdogan tweeted after the appearance, “Today I will rest at home upon the advice of my doctors… with God’s permission, we will continue our campaign from tomorrow onwards.” His…