- Associated Press
From South Korea to India, devotees mark the birthday of Buddha with lanterns and prayers
A devotee knelt and gently touched his head on the dome of the Boudhanath Stupa, an iconic Buddhist monument in Kathmandu, as a mark of reverence on Thursday, which marks the birth of Buddha. The birthday of Buddha is a holy occasion for all Buddhists, but is celebrated on different dates depending on the school of Buddhism or country to which one belongs. The highlight of the celebration in South Korea is the lotus lantern festival called Yeondeunghoe, a parade of thousands of colorful, lighted paper lanterns often shaped like lotus flowers that are hung in temples and streets of Seoul.
- Yahoo News UK
Who is Rishi Sunak? PM battles to stay in power after election gamble
As the prime minister calls a snap election, here’s everything you need to know about Rishi Sunak and what’s he’s saying about the biggest issues in British politics right now.
- BBC
China holds military drills around Taiwan as 'strong punishment'
The military manoeuvres come three days after William Lai was sworn in as Taiwan's president.
