Israeli strikes leave Lebanon’s ancient coastal city of Tyre shaken
Tyre, an ancient city on Lebanon's coast, is trying to recover after weeks of Israeli airstrikes.
Starmer announces he’ll resign as UK prime minister with Burnham confirming bid to succeed him
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer has announced his resignation, forced out by his Labour Party. Andy Burnham is expected to succeed him.
Ukrainian attacks prompt Russian-held Crimea to halt civilian gasoline sales
“Fuel will be sold only to government agencies that ensure the functioning and security of the Republic of Crimea,” Aksyonov said. “I ask everyone to remain calm and to only…
As Vance meets top Iranian officials in Switzerland, Trump threatens Tehran from afar
“Iran must immediately stop their highly paid PROXIES in Lebanon from causing trouble,” Trump said on social media, one of multiple provocative warnings to Iran on Sunday. “If they don’t,…
Tyre in southern Lebanon marks Muharram holy month after destruction from Israel-Hezbollah war
The conflict has intensified the significance of Muharram for Shiite Muslims, marking the martyrdom of Imam Hussein.
Two trains collide north of London, killing at least one person
A major incident was declared after two passenger trains collided north of London on Friday, resulting in at least one death and multiple injuries.
Polish president strips Zelenskyy of honor over naming of army unit after notorious WWII group
Polish President Karol Nawrocki plans to revoke Volodymyr Zelenskyy’s state honor after a decree named a Ukrainian military unit after the UPA.
Pentagon chief’s review appears out of step with what NATO allies are already doing
U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has criticized NATO allies and announced a Pentagon review of their performance. But Hegseth is mostly telling them things they already know.
Dragon Boat Festival links modern China to traditions more than 2,000 years old
The holiday, over 2,000 years old, is known for its sporting events, but its origins are rooted in history and beliefs about health and harmony with nature.
What to know about Cuba’s economic measures aimed at opening up the island’s economy
Cuba’s Communist Party has approved an emergency economic package featuring unprecedented free-market measures to open up the struggling island’s economy.