The Trump administration has exempted foreign doctors from a travel ban related visa freeze, allowing them to continue working in the United States. The move follows warnings that underserved areas could lose hundreds of physicians amid a growing national doctor shortage.

A liquefied petroleum gas tanker carrying fuel for India has crossed the Strait of Hormuz and is expected to reach Visakhapatnam on May 13. The shipment offers partial relief after weeks of supply disruptions caused by the West Asia conflict.

Global oil disruptions linked to conflict in Iran are driving up the cost of polyester and textile production. As supply chains tighten across Asia, shoppers may soon see higher prices at fast fashion retailers.

Prime Minister Keir Starmer said the government could restrict or ban some pro-Palestinian marches, citing their impact on Jewish communities. The debate follows recent stabbings and a rise in the national terrorism threat level.

Women in Saudi Arabia are making significant inroads into the construction sector as national reforms expand workforce participation. Their growing presence is influencing project design, collaboration and leadership across major developments.

Protesters flooded Jerusalem demanding an end to Benjamin Netanyahu's leadership and the ongoing cycle of war. Demonstrators and veterans warned that the country faces deep instability and mounting pressure on its military forces.

President Donald Trump defended the ongoing war with Iran despite rising costs, strained alliances and stalled diplomacy. With energy prices elevated and public support lagging, the conflict poses growing political and economic challenges.

A Lebanese broadcaster removed a satirical animation depicting Hezbollah figures as Angry Birds after a judicial order. The video sparked political backlash and prompted calls from national leaders for unity and restraint.

President Isaac Herzog will make a historic first official visit to Panama before attending the inauguration of Costa Rica's president-elect. The trip aims to deepen Israel's strategic partnerships and regional ties in Latin America.

Israeli forces destroyed an 80 meter long tunnel in southern Lebanon used by Hezbollah militants. The military said operations will continue to remove threats to civilians and troops.

A Brooklyn woman is suing the New York State Department of Motor Vehicles after she says she was forced to remove her religious head covering for a license photo. She alleges the action violated state rules that permit religious exemptions when the face is visible.

A study finds that domestic dogs developed significantly smaller brains than wolves during the Late Neolithic period. The change coincided with the rise of farming and permanent human settlements, suggesting adaptation to life alongside humans.