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6-Year-Old's Remains Were Just Identified After She Was Swept Away in Historic Tsunami
NEED TO KNOW Human remains found in Japan in 2023 have now been identified as a young girl missing since the country's 8.9-magnitude…
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Politics
Can the world's oldest president keep his title and woo a nation of young voters?
The world's oldest head of state - 92-year-old Paul Biya - has promised Cameroon's electorate "the best is still to come" as he seeks his…
News
Venezuelan Singers in Exile React to María Corina Machado’s Nobel Peace Prize: ‘Warrior of the Light’
Social media was flooded Friday (Oct. 10) with messages of joy and congratulations for Venezuelan opposition leader María Corina Machado,…
Politics
French President Macron reappoints Lecornu as prime minister
French President Emmanuel Macron has surprisingly reappointed Sébastien Lecornu as the country's prime minister, days after he resigned,…
Politics
Brazil to begin construction on TikTok data center in six months, minister says
SAO PAULO (Reuters) -Construction on a TikTok data center in Brazil will begin in six months, an official said on Friday, with the project…
News
Gaza local authorities demand independent genocide probe as truce starts
The Gaza Government Media Office has called for establishing an international panel to investigate Israel’s atrocities in the territory…
News
The 9 Asian Countries You Can Visit Visa-Free (And Why You Should Go Now)
Many travelers dream about exploring Asia but often feel discouraged by the paperwork and costs tied to visa applications. Fortunately,…
Lifestyle
I traveled to Thailand for the world’s largest water fight–here’s what it was actually like
Every April, Thailand turns into a literal splash-happy frenzy. I'm not talking about one city or even one festival ground…the entire…
News
How One Serving Dish Can Totally Reframe Your Fine China Display
Owning and displaying fine china has attracted new enthusiasm, even amidst the trend in minimalist tableware. If you happen to own pieces…
Business
13 Budget-Friendly Italian Cities to Explore
Italy is a country synonymous with art, cuisine, and unforgettable landscapes, but many travelers assume it comes with a hefty price tag.…
News
Killers of Nissim Toledano, Rabbi Raziel Shevach among terrorists to be freed in hostage deal
"If he is the price of returning the hostages," Yael Shevach, Rabbi Raziel's wife, wrote to X/Twitter after hearing the news, "then with…
News
Is Singapore Airlines Business Class Worth It? A Family's Experience on an 8-Hour Flight
In May of 2025, my family flew from Melbourne, Australia, to Singapore aboard the fantastic Singapore Airlines A350. Using Air Canada…
Politics
Zimbabwe lawmaker and poet dies after his car hits an elephant
Zimbabwean opposition lawmaker Desire Moyo has died after the vehicle he was travelling in hit an elephant, local media report. The…
Politics
NATO to start annual nuclear deterrence drills on Monday
NATO is to launch its annual nuclear deterrence exercise dubbed Steadfast Noon on Monday. The manoeuvre is not a response to recent…
Politics
Macron set to name next French premier
French President Emmanuel Macron is set to appoint a new prime minister in France later Friday, as he remains under huge pressure to…
News
Catholic altar wine replaced after becoming a favourite in Kenyan bars
The Kenyan Catholic Church has introduced a new brand of altar wine for Holy Mass after the previous one became widely available in local…
News
One killed, dozens injured as Russian targets Ukraine's energy sites
Russia launched a fresh wave of large-scale attacks on Ukraine's energy infrastructure ahead of the winter, striking the capital Kiev and…
News
IDF reservist killed by sniper fire in Gaza City before Gaza deal agreement
Sgt. First Class (res.) Michael Mordechai Nachmani, 26, from Dimona, was killed during fighting in the northern Gaza Strip. Sgt. First…
Politics
Austria says it will refuse to host 2026 Eurovision Song Contest if Israel frozen out
Austrian officials have said the country will refuse to host the 2026 Eurovision Song Contest if Israel is boycotted from the event.…
News
Israel set to release terrorist behind Ramallah lynching of two reservists, murder of teen
Jihad A-Karim Azziz Rom was sentenced to life for Yuri Gushchin murder plus an additional 20 years for his role in the killing of the two…
News
Deity dolls and people power: Africa's top shots
A selection of the week's best photos from across the African continent and beyond: Advertisement Advertisement Advertisement…
News
Posts misrepresent Ladakh activist's speech about 'peaceful revolution'
Growing resentment with New Delhi's direct rule over the Himalayan territory of Ladakh boiled over into deadly protests in September, but…
Politics
The new AI arms race changing the war in Ukraine
"This technology is our future threat," warns Serhiy Beskrestnov, who has just got his hands on a newly intercepted Russian drone. It was…
News
Protesters rally across Morocco in final push for reforms before king's expected address
CASABLANCA, Morocco (AP) — Morocco’s youth-led movement poured back onto the streets Thursday after a midweek pause, hoping their return…