Pope Francis Criticizes Both US Presidential Candidates, Urges Voters to Choose the “Lesser Evil”

Pope Francis has advised American Catholics to weigh their choices carefully as they prepare to vote in the upcoming November election.

Sweden Offers $34,000 to Migrants Who Voluntarily Return Home Amid New Immigration Strategy
Sweden Offers $34,000 to Migrants Who Voluntarily Return Home Amid New Immigration Strategy

Sweden's government has announced plans to increase financial incentives for immigrants who choose to voluntarily return to their home countries, offering up to 350,000 Swedish kronor (approximately $34,000).

Russia Accuses British Diplomats of Spying Amid Tensions Over Ukraine War
Russia Accuses British Diplomats of Spying Amid Tensions Over Ukraine War

Russian authorities have accused British diplomats of engaging in intelligence activities as tensions rise over the war in Ukraine, with claims of espionage targeting the country’s national security.

Boeing Workers Reject Pay Deal: Strike Set to Begin Amid Growing Company Woes
Boeing Workers Reject Pay Deal: Strike Set to Begin Amid Growing Company Woes

Boeing workers have overwhelmingly rejected a proposed deal that included a 25% pay rise, triggering plans for a strike starting Friday at midnight Pacific Time (0700 GMT).

Red Cross Humanitarian Workers Killed in Deadly Eastern Ukraine Shelling
Red Cross Humanitarian Workers Killed in Deadly Eastern Ukraine Shelling

Three International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) workers lost their lives, and two others were injured in a devastating strike in eastern Ukraine, the ICRC reported.

U.S. Backs Permanent African Seats on UN Security Council, Pushing for Greater Representation
U.S. Backs Permanent African Seats on UN Security Council, Pushing for Greater Representation

The United States has officially announced its support for adding two permanent seats for African countries on the United Nations Security Council (UNSC), a move that could significantly amplify the continent's voice in global decision-making.

Alberto Fujimori, Controversial Former President of Peru, Dies at 86
Alberto Fujimori, Controversial Former President of Peru, Dies at 86

Alberto Fujimori, the former president of Peru, has passed away at the age of 86 after a long battle with cancer, his daughter Keiko Fujimori confirmed.

Deadly Airstrike Hits Humanitarian Zone in Gaza, Sparking Outrage
Deadly Airstrike Hits Humanitarian Zone in Gaza, Sparking Outrage

In a tragic incident, an airstrike on the Al-Mawasi humanitarian zone in the Palestinian city of Khan Yunis in Gaza has claimed the lives of at least 40 people and left 60 others wounded, according to the Gaza civil defence agency.

Deadly Typhoon Yagi Wreaks Havoc in Northern Vietnam, Leaving Bridges, Homes Destroyed
Deadly Typhoon Yagi Wreaks Havoc in Northern Vietnam, Leaving Bridges, Homes Destroyed

A powerful typhoon raging through northern Vietnam has caused widespread destruction, leaving at least 59 people dead, according to state media reports.

Deadly Attack at Jordan-West Bank Border Crossing Leaves Three Israelis Dead
Deadly Attack at Jordan-West Bank Border Crossing Leaves Three Israelis Dead

Three Israeli civilians have been killed in a shooting attack at the Allenby Bridge crossing, a border area between Jordan and the occupied West Bank, according to Israeli officials.

Venezuelan Opposition Candidate Flees to Spain Amid Post-Election Turmoil
Venezuelan Opposition Candidate Flees to Spain Amid Post-Election Turmoil

The Venezuelan government has announced that opposition presidential candidate Edmundo González has left the country and sought asylum in Spain.

Trump's Sentencing Delayed Until After 2024 Election to Avoid Political Influence
Trump's Sentencing Delayed Until After 2024 Election to Avoid Political Influence

Former President Donald Trump will not be sentenced in his New York criminal case until after the 2024 presidential election, Judge Juan Merchan announced Friday.

Boeing's Starliner Lands Safely After Uncrewed Test Flight, but Questions Remain About Its Future
Boeing's Starliner Lands Safely After Uncrewed Test Flight, but Questions Remain About Its Future

Boeing's Starliner spacecraft made a smooth landing in the New Mexico desert on Friday night, marking the end of a challenging three-month test flight.

UN Calls for Full Investigation After US-Turkish Woman Killed by Israeli Forces in West Bank Protest
UN Calls for Full Investigation After US-Turkish Woman Killed by Israeli Forces in West Bank Protest

The United Nations has called for a thorough investigation into the fatal shooting of Aysenur Ezgi Eygi, a 26-year-old US-Turkish dual national, during a protest in the occupied West Bank on Friday.

Dick Cheney Endorses Kamala Harris, Calls Trump the 'Greatest Threat to Our Republic'
Dick Cheney Endorses Kamala Harris, Calls Trump the 'Greatest Threat to Our Republic'

In a surprising move, former US Vice-President and lifelong Republican Dick Cheney has confirmed his support for Democratic candidate Kamala Harris in the upcoming presidential election.

Michel Barnier Appointed French Prime Minister Amid Political Deadlock
Michel Barnier Appointed French Prime Minister Amid Political Deadlock

French President Emmanuel Macron has appointed veteran politician Michel Barnier as the country’s new prime minister, following nearly two months of political gridlock after France’s snap elections.

Donald Trump to Plead Not Guilty in Revised 2020 Election Indictment Amid Presidential Immunity Defense
Donald Trump to Plead Not Guilty in Revised 2020 Election Indictment Amid Presidential Immunity Defense

Donald Trump is preparing to plead not guilty to an updated indictment accusing him of attempting to overturn the results of the 2020 US presidential election.

Germany’s Far-Right AfD Claims Historic Victory in Thuringia State Election
Germany’s Far-Right AfD Claims Historic Victory in Thuringia State Election

Germany’s anti-immigration Alternative for Germany (AfD) is celebrating what it calls a "historic success," as the far-right party is poised for a major victory in the eastern state of Thuringia.

Russia Claims to Repel
Russia Claims to Repel "Massive" Ukrainian Drone Attack on Moscow and 14 Regions Amid Escalating Conflict

Russia announced on Sunday that it had successfully repelled a "massive" Ukrainian drone attack targeting energy and fuel facilities across Moscow and 14 other regions, marking one of the largest such strikes since the conflict began over two and a half years ago.

Iran's Final Report on Helicopter Crash That Killed President Raisi Blames Bad Weather
Iran's Final Report on Helicopter Crash That Killed President Raisi Blames Bad Weather

Iran's final investigation into the fatal helicopter crash in May that claimed the life of President Ebrahim Raisi has concluded that the accident was caused by adverse weather conditions.

Trudeau Hits Chinese EV Imports with 100% Tariff, Matching US in Protecting North American Auto Industry
Trudeau Hits Chinese EV Imports with 100% Tariff, Matching US in Protecting North American Auto Industry

Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has announced a 100% tariff on Chinese electric vehicle (EV) imports, matching a similar move by the United States.

Devastating Aftermath: IDF Recovers Bodies of Six Hostages Killed by Hamas in Gaza
Devastating Aftermath: IDF Recovers Bodies of Six Hostages Killed by Hamas in Gaza

The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) has recovered the bodies of six hostages, including an Israeli-American captive, who were killed by Hamas militants in Gaza.