BARK Air, the brainchild of BARK, known for its BARK Boxes, introduces a lavish air travel experience tailored for dogs and their owners. With routes linking London to New York and New York to Los Angeles, the airline promises a near first-class journey, complete with amenities for canine comfort. Passengers enjoy personalized travel plans, exposure to calming pheromones, and even noise-cancelling earmuffs. However, strict regulations prohibit children from boarding. BARK Air aims to redefine pet travel by prioritizing the well-being and luxury of its furry clientele.

Climate activist Greta Thunberg was fined by a Stockholm court for disobeying police orders during a protest outside Sweden's parliament. Thunberg and fellow activists blocked access to the parliament's main entrance in March, prompting police intervention. The court imposed a fine of 6,000 Swedish kronor ($551) and ordered Thunberg to pay 1,000 kronor in damages and interest. Thunberg, known for her climate activism, defended her actions, citing the urgency of the climate crisis. This isn't the first time Thunberg has faced legal repercussions for her civil disobedience, having been fined twice before in Sweden.

The UK's Home Office has expelled a Russian defence attache, labeling them an "undeclared military intelligence officer" amidst heightened tensions with Moscow. Home Secretary James Cleverly cited Russia's "reckless and dangerous activities across Europe" as the rationale behind the measures. Additionally, diplomatic premises status will be revoked from suspected intelligence-linked properties, with new visa restrictions imposed on Russian diplomats. Cleverly delivered a stern message to Russia, urging an end to "illegal war" in Ukraine and cessation of "malign activity." The expulsion underscores ongoing diplomatic strains between the two nations.          

A FedEx Express cargo plane made an emergency landing at Istanbul Airport on Wednesday after its front landing gear failed. The Boeing 767, flying from Paris, safely touched down on its back wheels before its nose dipped onto the runway. All crew members evacuated without injury. The runway was temporarily closed for removal of the aircraft. Transportation Minister Abdulkadir Uraloglu confirmed the incident, praising the pilots for their swift action. An investigation is underway to determine the cause of the landing gear failure.

Indian-origin astronaut Sunita Williams' third space mission was called off on May 7 due to a technical issue. Williams, 58, was set to launch from the Kennedy Space Centre in Florida to the International Space Station (ISS) aboard the Boeing Starliner spacecraft. She revealed in an interview that she carries a 'lucky charm' - an idol of Lord Ganesha - on her missions. Previously, she took the Bhagavad Gita on her two space outings. Williams was slated to be accompanied by colleague Barry Wilmore on the NASA-backed mission. Despite the setback, Williams remains determined to reach the skies once again.

Ukraine's security service has stopped a Russian plan to assassinate President Zelensky and other top officials. Two Ukrainian colonels were arrested for working with Russian agents to recruit Zelensky's bodyguards to carry out the attack. The plot also targeted the head of military intelligence and the security service chief. The attackers planned to use rockets, drones, and grenades. This is the latest attempt on Zelensky's life since Russia's invasion in 2022. The Ukrainian leader has been a top target for Russia, and this plot is particularly concerning due to the involvement of Ukrainian officials.

A peaceful pro-Palestine protest in Amsterdam turned violent when police clashed with demonstrators at the city's university. Thousands marched, chanting slogans against the war in Gaza, but police used force to disperse the crowd. Barricades were set up, but police removed them with bulldozers, leading to confrontations. Several injuries were reported. The protest began peacefully, but escalated when demonstrators attempted to march past the Holocaust Monument. Police sought to maintain control, but the situation remains tense."

Israeli forces have taken control of the vital Rafah border crossing in Gaza, sparking fears of a full-scale invasion. The move comes as ceasefire talks with Hamas remain uncertain. The UN warns of a potential aid crisis, with the closure of Rafah and another main crossing, Kerem Shalom, threatening the flow of food, medicine, and supplies to Gaza's 2.3 million people. The conflict has killed over 34,700 Palestinians and devastated the Gaza Strip. Despite the uncertainty, there is still hope for a deal to pause the war. The smaller Erez crossing remains open, providing a glimmer of hope for a resolution.

Britain's Home Office has confirmed that border control systems are operational again after a nationwide outage caused lengthy queues and chaotic scenes at airports. The issue, which was not a cyber attack, affected major airports including Heathrow, Stansted, and Gatwick. Border security was not compromised, and officials manually processed passports during the outage. Airports have confirmed that systems are now running normally, and no issues are expected for morning operations. Travellers experienced delays of around 90 minutes before the issue was resolved.

AstraZeneca has initiated a global withdrawal of its COVID-19 vaccine, Covishield, citing commercial reasons due to a surplus of updated vaccines. The vaccine, developed with Oxford University, was produced by the Serum Institute of India. Despite admitting to rare side effects, including blood clots and low platelet count, the company denies the withdrawal is linked to a £100 million lawsuit in the UK. AstraZeneca claims the vaccine saved 6.5 million lives in its first year and supplied over three billion doses globally. The company will work with regulators to conclude the withdrawal, as updated vaccines tackle new variants.