Entertainment
Minecraft Experience: Villager Rescue Opens in Singapore
Minecraft Experience: Villager Rescue, an interactive adventure, opens at Singapore's Mandai Wildlife Reserve on May 1, 2026.
Science
ANU Researcher's Journey from Earth's Core to Mars
Professor Hrvoje Tkalčić of ANU begins an Australian Laureate Fellowship to lead research on deep Earth and planetary seismology.
Good News
Humpback Whale Rescued After Month-Long Ordeal Off Germany
A humpback whale named Timmy was successfully rescued after being stranded off the German coast for nearly a month.
Good News
Morocco: 12th Gaïndé Festival Announces Return of Three Supporters
The 12th Gaïndé Festival in Morocco will see the return of three supporters on May 7, 2026.
Good News
Retired woman finds purpose with rescue dogs
A retired Cape Coral woman dedicates her time to rescuing and rehabilitating dogs, finding renewed purpose.
Science
Tiny World Beyond Pluto Has Thin Atmosphere
A small icy world about 500 km across beyond Pluto has a thin atmosphere, possibly from volcanic eruptions or comet impacts.
Science
Evolution's 'Cheat Sheet': Same Genes, Different Species
New research reveals that different species can use the same genetic pathways to evolve similar traits, challenging long-held assumptions.
Entertainment
SIFA 2026: Let's Play! Festival in Singapore
Singapore International Festival of Arts 2026 runs May 15-31 with theme 'Let's Play!' featuring local and international artists.
Good News
Marlouf Beer: From Insult to Success, Now Big in Barcelona
Belgian beer Marlouf, born from an insult, is now more popular in Barcelona than in Belgium, with growing international sales.
Politics
Quick Impact Facade Grant Program Reopens
The Quick Impact Facade Grant program has reopened, offering up to $10,000 for commercial facade improvements in eligible areas.
Science
Eascra Biotech Hires Dr. Anne Yau for RNA Research
Eascra Biotech names Dr. Anne Yau as Life Science Research Scientist to advance RNA therapeutics for musculoskeletal disease.
Good News
Mali Nonuplets Celebrate 5th Birthday, Still World Record
The Cissé nonuplets from Mali turned 5 on May 4, 2026, remaining the only known set of nine babies born alive.