A collection of images honoring Pope Leo XIV's dedicated service, showcasing his evolution from a priest in Chicago to his current position as Pope, highlighting his commitment and spiritual path within the Catholic faith.
After more than four decades of conflict with Turkey, the Kurdistan Workers’ Party (PKK) has announced its intention to disband and disarm. The insurgency has resulted in over 40,000 deaths, involving both PKK militants and the Turkish military.The PKK's initial goal was to establish an independent Kurdish state within Turkey,…
Authorities in the UK are investigating a fire that occurred overnight at a north London residence, causing damage to the front door.The house has been rented out by Starmer since his election in July. He currently resides with his family at the official residence for the prime minister.The London Fire…
Australian authorities seized over a ton of cocaine, valued at approximately $400 million, from a vessel, leading to the arrest of five men on Friday.The New South Wales (NSW) Police Force, in conjunction with the Australian Federal Police (AFP), initiated an investigation in late April after receiving intelligence regarding a…
After being held captive for over 580 days, Hamas has released Edan Alexander, the last known living American hostage, on Monday.Alexander, a 21-year-old with dual U.S.-Israeli citizenship, was handed over to an Israel Defense Forces unit. According to an Israeli official, he will be taken to a reception center in…
The family of Austin Tice, a journalist, former U.S. Marine, who disappeared in Syria over a decade ago, has refuted claims that his remains have been located.The report originated in local news outlets and briefly appeared on FoxNews.com on Sunday. While Qatar is leading an international effort to locate the…
Poland has ordered the closure of the Russian consulate in Krakow following an investigation that implicated the Kremlin in a 2024 arson attack that destroyed a Warsaw shopping center. Foreign Minister Radek Sikorski announced the closure on Monday, coinciding with a visit to the U.K. This decision follows a year-long…
Pope Leo XIV concluded his inaugural meeting with journalists accredited to the Vatican on Monday morning.According to reports, over 1,000 media members, some accompanied by their children, attended the event.The gathering was held in the Vatican’s Paul VI Hall, where the Pope expressed his gratitude to the reporters for their…
JERUSALEM — As President prepares to visit the Middle East on Monday, the U.S. and Iran concluded their fourth round of talks in Oman on Sunday regarding Iran's nuclear weapons program.The day before the talks, Iranian Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei welcomed "Death to America" chants in Tehran, telling supporters who…
Under pressure from voters concerned about high immigration, British Prime Minister Keir Starmer is expected to announce stricter immigration policies on Monday.Starmer, leader of the center-left Labour Party that achieved a significant victory in July, faces increasing pressure as Nigel Farage's right-wing, anti-immigration Reform UK party gains traction.Voter dissatisfaction stems…
Hamas announced Sunday that it intends to release Edan Alexander, an American hostage.Alexander, who holds dual U.S.-Israeli citizenship, has been held captive since the October 7 Hamas attack in southern Israel.According to a statement from the terror organization, translated from Arabic, Hamas has been in contact with the U.S. administration…
The Ecuadorian navy announced the rescue last week of five fishermen who had been missing since mid-March. The three Peruvian and two Colombian men survived 55 days adrift in the Pacific Ocean by consuming rainwater and seawater.On May 7, the Ecuadorian tuna boat Aldo located the fishermen. According to the…
Volodymyr Zelenskyy, the President of Ukraine, has agreed to a face-to-face meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin in Turkey this Thursday.Putin initially suggested the meeting, and Zelenskyy accepted the offer, reportedly after encouragement from President . Putin stated that the Istanbul talks should proceed without any preconditions and focus on…
Pope Leo led his inaugural "Regina Caeli" prayer from St. Peter's Square in the Vatican this Sunday.The newly appointed pontiff delivered the address shortly after visiting the tomb of his predecessor, Pope Francis."In these initial days of my new ministry, entrusted to me by the Church, I felt a strong…
In response to the escalating development of armed first-person view drones and related tactics, the U.S. Marine Corps established an attack drone team earlier this year, signaling a shift in modern warfare strategies.The Marine Corps Attack Drone Team (MCADT) will operate from the Weapons Training Battalion at Marine Corps Base…
Russian President Vladimir Putin has proposed direct discussions with Ukrainian representatives to resolve the ongoing conflict, which began with Russia's invasion in 2022.Despite previously offering few concessions, Putin is now suggesting talks in Istanbul, Turkey, emphasizing they should be unconditional and aimed at achieving a lasting peace."We are proposing that…
A multitude of faithful Catholics gathered in St. Peter’s Square on Thursday to welcome their new pontiff.Pope Leo XIV, formerly known as Robert Francis Prevost, addressed the crowd in both Italian and Spanish, conveying a message of unity and hope for a more inclusive church. He greeted attendees both in…
Following a ceasefire agreement between India and Pakistan, the former U.S. President Donald Trump pledged to increase trade with both nations.In a Truth Social post, Trump stated he would "increase trade, substantially" with both countries. He also offered to assist them in finding a solution to the Kashmir conflict, which…
In his inaugural address to the College of Cardinals on Saturday, Pope Leo XIV highlighted the significant dangers artificial intelligence (AI) poses to human dignity. He implored the Catholic Church to address these challenges with moral conviction and decisive action.Speaking from the New Synod Hall, the Pope noted the Church's…
Former advisors from President Trump's campaigns are now involved in a campaign in Albania, aiming to support right-wing Democratic Party leader Sali Berisha. He is competing against the frontrunner, Socialist Party leader and Prime Minister Edi Rama, in the upcoming parliamentary elections on Sunday.According to the Associated Press, the team…
