The incident occurred on the Bangna-Trat highway, located east of Thailand's capital. According to the Bangkok Post, the concrete mixer was unable to handle a turn on the overpass, resulting in it crashing through the barrier and falling onto the road. Video footage from the scene shows the truck overturning after the fall, kicking up a cloud of dust.
According to sources from AP and Reuters, the military operation Epic Fury, conducted by the U.S. in collaboration with Israel, has resulted in 13 fatalities and 365 injured servicemen. The number of injured includes 247 army soldiers, 63 sailors, 19 marines, and 36 pilots. The total number of casualties remains unchanged at 13. At the same time, on April 3, new incidents involving American aviation occurred. As reported by Reuters, an F-15E fighter jet was shot down over Iranian territory; one
Senegal has become the first country in the world to impose a ban on foreign business trips for ministers, as reported by BILD. This decision was made in response to the current situation in the energy sector caused by the conflict between Iran and the USA. Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko clarified that official trips will only be permitted in exceptional cases. The main goal of this ban is to sharply reduce government budget expenditures. This decision became necessary due to the sharp increase
As a result of inspections, 414,305 cases of unjustified income were recorded, with a total amount of 8.5 billion sums. These funds were recalculated in the interests of consumers. In addition, due to violations of licensing requirements, the licenses of six companies were revoked in 2025-2026. Materials regarding these violations have also been forwarded to the Pharmaceutical Product Safety Center.
The first destination for the Italian Prime Minister was Saudi Arabia. Her plans also include the United Arab Emirates and Qatar, where she intends to discuss issues related to Italy's energy security in the context of instability in the oil market, as well as the development of strategic partnerships with the countries of the region. Meloni also plans to express support for the Gulf countries in light of the ongoing attacks related to the current conflict.
According to information provided by Reuters, American intelligence agencies have concluded that Iran does not intend to open the Strait of Hormuz to vessels in the near future. Tehran is using this strategically important route as one of its main ways to exert pressure on the United States. Washington believes that Iranian authorities will continue to restrict tanker traffic through the strait, which will help them maintain high global energy prices and increase pressure on U.S. President
Illustrative image // Rene Asmussen A woman, in the late stages of pregnancy, used social media to find potential buyers. After police documented all the details of her criminal plan, an operation was organized to apprehend her at the moment of handing over the infant for money. As a result of the incident, a criminal case was initiated, and the suspect was placed in a temporary detention facility. The condition of the newborn girl is stable, and she is under careful medical supervision; her
The container ship CMA CGM Kribi, owned by the world's third-largest container operator, departed from the waters off the coast of Dubai on Thursday afternoon and headed east. During its passage along the Iranian coast, the vessel transmitted data about its French owner while following an approved corridor between the islands of Qeshm and Larak, according to vessel tracking systems.
In Europe, jet fuel prices have reached a record high of $1900 per ton, according to information provided by the Kazinform agency. The UK has been hit the hardest, with cancellations already reported at Heathrow Airport and other air hubs in the country due to the sharp increase in fuel costs. There is a possibility that French airports may also join this situation.
The tremors were recorded at 08:52 local time, with the epicenter located at a depth of 7 kilometers. The Governor of Van, Ozan Balcı, informed the Anadolu correspondent that there are currently no reports of serious consequences or damage as a result of the earthquake.
The photos were taken on April 2, the day the Artemis II team performed the maneuver to enter the trajectory to the Moon after orbiting the Earth. In the photographs taken by Wiseman, you can see not only our planet but also the auroras and the zodiacal light illuminating the space around Earth.
According to the American web resource 38 North, which monitors events in North Korea, two settlements were destroyed near the Sohae missile complex located on the country's west coast. Satellite images taken in late February and early April showed that these villages in the Cholsan-gun area were demolished in March of this year. Experts believe that these actions may indicate an intention to expand the missile range. Since its opening in 2012, seven launches of North Korean satellites
Illustrative photo As a result of the incident, one of the two crew members was rescued, while the fate of the second remained unknown by evening. Search operations are ongoing, involving both U.S. representatives and the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps. Iranian businessmen have offered a reward of about $50,000 for information on the pilots' whereabouts. Tail stabilizer of the F-15E from the American squadron based at the British airbase Lakenheath. // Iran State Media During the
In its commentary, the Ministry of National Economy pointed out that the gap between the growth of gross domestic product and real incomes is explained by the fact that salary increases occur more slowly than the growth of company profits. Experts note that about half of enterprises raise salaries by no more than 10%, and some do not index them at all. There is a systemic problem: the share of salaries in GDP is about 31%, while in developed countries this figure exceeds 40%. To address this
This rule was previously applied only in two exceptional situations: during the declaration of an external threat by the Bundestag or NATO, and in the case of an armed attack on the country. Now, it also applies during peacetime. The publication Frankfurter Rundschau points out that the details of the implementation of the new rule remain unclear, as most men under 45 are likely unaware of its introduction. A representative of the German Ministry of Defense explained that the state needs to be
An Iranian official reported that the country has the resources to continue restrictions on passage through the Strait of Hormuz for an extended period. As noted by Press TV, this route has historically been key for supplying American military bases in the Middle East. The source also mentioned that earlier regulation of traffic through the strait could significantly reduce the logistical capabilities of Iran's adversaries in the region.
On April 4, rain and thunderstorms are expected in Uzbekistan. According to information from Uzhydromet, no precipitation is forecasted in the Republic of Karakalpakstan, as well as in the regions of Khorezm, Bukhara, and Navoi. The wind will blow at a speed of 7-12 m/s, and the air temperature will be 17-22°.
// NASA/Reid Wiseman In this shot, you can see two auroras and zodiacal light appearing against the backdrop of Earth, overshadowing sunlight. This is one of the first images sent by the mission team. Click on the image to view in full size:
Iranian military officials reported that on the evening of April 3, their air defense systems shot down an American A-10 attack aircraft in the vicinity of the Strait of Hormuz. This information was announced by the state television and radio company IRIB. At the same time, The New York Times, citing information from two American officials, reported that the A-10 Thunderbolt II of the U.S. Air Force crashed in the Persian Gulf, near the Strait of Hormuz. The pilot was rescued, but the cause of
During the meeting, issues regarding the participation of the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus (TRNC) in various structures of Turkic cooperation were discussed. Ramil Hasan emphasized that the TRNC assembly operates as an observer in TurkPA and regularly receives invitations to events, including high-level meetings organized with the support of the President of Azerbaijan, Ilham Aliyev. The Secretary-General also reported on the invitation extended to the chairman of the TRNC assembly for
As reported by Anadolu Agency and Iranian state media, the IRGC carried out a missile strike on a facility in the UAE. Iranian authorities claim that the target was located beyond one of the military bases and was a "secret meeting" of American specialists. Tehran also stated that there is evidence indicating a significant number of casualties and injuries, including reports of heavy ambulance traffic following the strike. Additionally, the IRGC reported missile attacks on military
During the meeting, the akim reported on the results for 2025, noting that investments in fixed capital reached 838 billion tenge. The volume of construction work amounted to about 460 billion tenge, the gross agricultural output exceeded 550 billion tenge, and in trade, this figure was more than 2.46 trillion tenge. Additionally, over 407 thousand square meters of housing were put into operation, 29 thousand new jobs were created, while the unemployment rate remained at 4.6%. In 2026, as part
The ministry reports that the financing of these projects is being carried out using saved funds within the framework of a joint program with the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development. Currently, work has begun on 13 canals, with a total length of 80 km. At the same time, competitive procedures are underway for the "Seidaly" canal. In addition, project documentation has been developed for 17 canals with a length of 85.3 km in the Baizak district of the Zhambyl region, 12
The global air transportation market is experiencing a significant surge in ticket prices. According to information from Alton Aviation Consultancy, in March, the cost of flights on key international routes increased by 560%, reports the Kazinform agency. The main reasons for this price increase are the closure of airspace due to the worsening situation in the Persian Gulf and the sharp rise in aviation fuel prices.
According to Iranian military reports, an American fighter jet was shot down by air defense forces, and the pilot may have been captured. This information was announced by the central command "Khatam al-Anbia" and the Iranian agency Tasnim. While the Iranian side claims that the downed aircraft is an F-35, Western sources and aviation experts point to the F-15E Strike Eagle. Iranian authorities reported that the incident occurred on Friday morning in the central part of the country.
According to media reports, the epicenter of the earthquake is located in the northeastern part of the country, in Badakhshan province, and the focus was at a depth of about 190–200 km. This circumstance contributed to the seismic waves spreading over significant distances. Tremors were felt not only in Afghanistan but also in neighboring countries such as Pakistan, Uzbekistan, and Kazakhstan. In some areas, the intensity of the vibrations reached 2–3 points.
According to MiddleAsianNews, the plenary session of the Great State Khural of Mongolia, which took place on April 3, 2026, lasted from 19:40 to 2:25 on April 4. The agenda of the meeting included the appointment of new government members, led by Prime Minister Uchral Nyam-Osor. The discussion, which lasted almost seven hours, concluded with the oath of the new ministers.
The golden artifact, along with two gold bracelets dating back to approximately 450 BC, was ceremoniously presented on Thursday as returned to the museum. They were displayed behind a glass case under the watch of two armed police officers, although one bracelet has not yet been recovered. The robbery, during which the helmet of Coțofenești and the bracelets were stolen, occurred at the Drenthe Museum in Assen and caused a significant outcry in Romania, raising concerns about the safety of
// searchenginejournal.com ChatGPT will identify users prone to extremism and direct them to special chatbots for "deradicalization," Reuters reported. According to the agency, this initiative is an attempt to address security issues due to the increasing number of lawsuits. The project to develop the new tool is led by the New Zealand company ThroughLine, which is working in collaboration with OpenAI and its competitors, such as Anthropic and Google. The organization is already
The arrested apartment is located in Southern Butovo, and Yuri Dud owned it since 2012. According to several media reports, in November 2025, enforcement proceedings were initiated against him due to unpaid fines, the total amount of which was 68 thousand rubles. It is important to note that in April 2022, the Ministry of Justice of Russia recognized Dud as a foreign agent, which he then attempted to contest, but without success. In April 2024, he stopped using the status of a foreign agent,
According to the Republican Center for Seismic Prognostic Monitoring, the epicenter was located in Tajikistan, where the magnitude was 5.5 and the depth of the focus reached 10 km. At a distance of 269 km from the epicenter in Tashkent, as well as in the Tashkent, Andijan, Syrdarya, and Namangan regions, the intensity of the tremors was felt at a level of 2 points, while in the Fergana region, it was recorded at 3 points.
According to the portal, this storm not only changed the visual appearance of the sky but also led to a significant reduction in visibility due to the high concentration of sand dust in the atmosphere. In this regard, local authorities urged residents to exercise caution on the roads. Meanwhile, on April 2, a red danger level was declared on the Greek island of Crete, where a dust storm from the Sahara was also recorded, changing the color of the sky to red.
Illustrative photo Information about the crash was provided by the Ministry of Defense. According to official data, the exercises were conducted without ammunition, and the pilots were successfully evacuated by a ground search and rescue team. The agency assured that their lives are not in danger, however, the reasons for the incident were not clarified. The Su-30 is a multi-role twin-seat fighter developed based on the Su-27UB in the 1980s. The first flight of the new model took place at the
At the session of the State Great Khural, Biyambatsogt Sandag officially accepted the seal of the parliament and took his seat as speaker, beginning to fulfill his new duties. In his speech, he thanked his colleagues for their trust and support. Chairman of the State Great Khural Biyambatsogt Sandag The State Great Khural plays a key role in discussing the political issues of the country, and in his speech, Sandag noted that disagreements in a multiparty parliament should not lead to
As part of this agreement, which was signed by the Deputy General Director of OJSC "Shabakhoi Intiqoli Barq" Bahodur Usmonov and the General Director of JSC "NTC EES" Ruslan Izmailov, the parties intend to develop long-term partnership relations in the field of electric power. The agreement covers several key areas, including:
As a result of the strike on bridge B1, which was located in the city of Karaj, west of Tehran, on April 3, Trump stated on the same social network that the U.S. armed forces would continue their actions in Iran, starting with the destruction of bridges and power plants, if the country's authorities did not engage in negotiations with Washington. He emphasized that the U.S. military, being the most powerful in the world, had not yet begun the complete destruction of Iranian infrastructure
Bakhtizhan Bayzhanov The Cassation Court will review the criminal case that is currently under the court's jurisdiction. According to information received from Bayzhanov's defenders, the specialized inter-district court for criminal cases in Astana has requested the case against both Bayzhanov and his accomplice Kuandyk Bishimbaev. The judicial acts in Bayzhanov's case are subject to review, while no cassation appeal has been submitted by Bishimbaev and his lawyers. The court
Illustrative photo On April 2, the state agency "BelTA" reported the adoption by the Parliament of Belarus of a law that establishes administrative fines for the promotion of homosexual relationships, gender transition, childlessness, and pedophilia. The amendments pertain to the law "On Amendments to the Codes on Administrative Responsibility." As specified by "Belsat," the new law states that propaganda is understood as "the dissemination of information in
On Friday, Tashkent is expected to have dry weather with air temperatures ranging from +22 to +24 degrees. For Saturday, April 4, meteorologists predict rain in the Tashkent, Samarkand, Syrdarya, and Jizzakh regions, as well as in the Fergana Valley and the foothill areas of the south, where thunderstorms are possible.
In October 2025, the government of Kazakhstan decided to impose a ban on price increases for AI-92 gasoline and diesel fuel, hoping to reduce inflation in this way. However, the market found its own ways to raise prices. While AI-92 remained at the same level, AI-95 became the main source of increased expenses for motorists, as reported by offside.kz. Stability of "People's" FuelAs of April 1, 2026, in major cities of Kazakhstan, the prices for AI-92 indeed remained within the
In particular, on April 4, precipitation is expected in the northwest of the country, while on April 5 and 6, rain will prevail in the west, and on April 5, it will also affect the southern regions. At the same time, the wind will strengthen, and fog may occur during the night and morning hours. In the daytime, hail may fall in some areas, and gusty winds may be observed. Temperature readings will also undergo changes. In the west of Kazakhstan, the temperature will drop to +10+20 degrees,
In order to improve waste management in Almaty, the implementation of a unified information system is planned. According to the akimat, there are 20 organizations operating in the city that are engaged in garbage collection, and 258 units of specialized equipment are involved. Each of these organizations is responsible for specific areas, as stipulated by contracts lasting five years. Deputy Akim Nurlan Abdrakhim emphasized the need to equip the equipment that is not connected to the GPS
China has taken an important step towards its ambitious program to create a space hospital by sending five high-tech medical devices into orbit. This was reported by the Kazinform agency, citing China Daily. The testing program will last three years, and its main goal is to improve the healthcare system for space crews and expand scientific research in the field of space medicine.
For two months, the crisis in the Middle East has been ongoing, and UN Secretary-General António Guterres has expressed concern over the "scale of destruction." This was reported by the UN News Service. Guterres noted: "The conflict is felt everywhere. Just look at the consequences affecting freedom of navigation. We see how this impacts the lives of people experiencing rising food and fuel prices in countries like the Philippines, Sri Lanka, and Mozambique, and not just
According to The Washington Post, Pete Hegseth has fired General David Hodne, who led the U.S. Army's Training and Doctrine Command, as well as Major General William Green Jr., the Chief of Army Chaplains. Prior to this decision, the Secretary of Defense removed General Randy George from his position as Chief of Staff of the Army. CBS News reports that Pete Hegseth plans to appoint a new person to this position who will align with President Donald Trump's vision for the Army.
Global and Ukrainian media have presented information about the events that occurred over the past 24 hours in Ukraine and around the world amid the ongoing conflict. Key points. Photo Stringer / Reuters. The company Quantum Frontline Industries (QFI), a German-Ukrainian joint venture, has successfully completed the production of the first batch of Linza drones, which will soon be handed over to the Ukrainian Armed Forces. This marks a significant step within the Build with Ukraine initiative
According to a report from the "Russian service of the BBC," U.S. President Donald Trump has decided to dismiss Pam Bondi from her position as Attorney General. Todd Blanch, Bondi's deputy, will serve as the acting Attorney General, while Bondi herself will leave public service. Trump praised Bondi's work, stating: "She is a true patriot and friend; her contribution to the fight against crime has been significant, and thanks to her efforts, the murder rate has dropped
On the morning of April 3 at 06:26 Moscow time, seven cars of train No. 302, which was traveling from Chelyabinsk to Moscow, derailed near the Bryandino station. This was reported by the Russian Railways (RZD) on their Telegram channel. Emergency services were dispatched to the scene, and train traffic in this section has been temporarily halted. Information about possible casualties is currently being clarified.