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What is the role of Border Patrol chaplains, and why is there a current demand for additional personnel?

DANIA BEACH, Florida — Border Patrol agents face the daunting challenge of enforcing contentious immigration policies, an effort that is increasingly scrutinized by Americans on both ends of the political spectrum. This...

Sarasota’s Season of Sharing initiative assists families with bills during their recovery from the hurricane season.

Cecilia Grove faced a tough time when Hurricane Helene's storm surge inundated the kitchen of the restaurant where she worked as a waitress, forcing her to be out of work for 38...

William Hague, former leader of the UK Conservatives, named chancellor of Oxford University, a position with an 800-year history.

Former leader of the U.K. Conservative Party, William Hague, has been appointed as the new chancellor of Oxford University, a distinguished role within British higher education. The announcement was made by the...

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Essential Information on the Ceasefire Agreement Between Israel and Hezbollah in Lebanon

A ceasefire arrangement that could potentially conclude over a year of ongoing clashes between Israel and Lebanon's Hezbollah has garnered support from Israeli officials,...

Israel conducts airstrikes on Beirut outskirts while its officials ready for a ceasefire vote with Hezbollah.

BEIRUT — Israeli military aircraft launched strikes on structures in the suburbs of Beirut and the southern Lebanese city on Tuesday, as the Israeli...

Clashes erupt in Pakistan’s capital between government forces and Imran Khan’s supporters.

ISLAMABAD — A large number of individuals have gathered in Pakistan's capital, calling for the release of former Prime Minister Imran Khan, who has...

Conflict between Philippine president and vice president puts Asian democracy to the test

MANILA, Philippines — An intense political turmoil brought forth by a contentious rivalry between the nation's president and vice president...

Merkel Reflects on Putin’s ‘Power Plays’ and Differing US Presidents in Her Autobiography

BERLIN — In her newly released memoir, titled “Freedom,” former German Chancellor Angela Merkel reflects on her experiences with Vladimir Putin, her interactions with...

Authorities urge the Pentagon to halt Osprey flights until safety concerns are resolved.

In a recent development, three lawmakers from Massachusetts are urging Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin to reevaluate the operational status of the military's V-22 Osprey...

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Season’s initial right whales feast on vital nourishment in Massachusetts, raising optimism for a successful year.

Scientists studying a critically endangered whale species off the coast of New England have reported promising initial signs indicating a potentially successful feeding and...

Swatch prevails in Malaysian lawsuit concerning watches deemed to have LGBTQ+ themes by the government.

KUALA LUMPUR, Malaysia — A Malaysian court ruled in favor of Swiss watchmaker Swatch on Monday, determining that the government must return 172 seized...

Internet mogul Kim Dotcom experiences a significant stroke, as reported on his X account.

WELLINGTON, New Zealand — Kim Dotcom, the internet entrepreneur currently battling deportation from New Zealand to the United States regarding his file-sharing platform Megaupload,...

GOP rebuts Democrats’ assertions labeling Trump’s intelligence selection Gabbard as ‘compromised’

FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. — On Sunday, Republican senators responded to Democratic critiques regarding Tulsi Gabbard, who has been nominated by Donald Trump to head...

Israeli airstrike targets Lebanese military base, resulting in one death and injuring 18 personnel.

BEIRUT — A recent Israeli airstrike targeting a Lebanese army facility resulted in the death of one soldier and injuries to 18 others, as...

Uruguay’s previously uneventful election has turned into a tight race in the presidential runoff.

MONTEVIDEO, Uruguay — On Sunday, Uruguayans will head to the polls for a decisive second round of presidential voting. This...

Key details on the recent funding agreement reached by nations during UN climate discussions

BAKU, Azerbaijan — In the early hours of Sunday, nations across the globe found common ground at the United Nations climate conference, agreeing on...

Mexico amends its regulations and eliminates Chinese components to protect the US-Canada trade agreement.

MEXICO CITY — In recent times, Mexico has faced significant criticism for supposedly acting as a route for Chinese components and products entering North...

Physician involved in Turkey’s neonatal mortality case claims he was a ‘reliable’ doctor.

ISTANBUL — A Turkish doctor accused of leading a fraudulent scheme linked to the deaths of ten newborns defended himself in an Istanbul court...

Laos officials vow to ensure accountability in alcohol poisoning incident that resulted in the deaths of 6 travelers.

VANG VIENG, Laos — On Saturday, the Laotian government officially confirmed a tragic incident of mass poisoning that resulted in the deaths of at...

UN Specialist: Myanmar’s struggling military escalates assaults featuring beheadings, sexual violence, and torture.

UNITED NATIONS — The military leadership in Myanmar is significantly escalating its assault on villages that have been taken over by opposition groups, resulting...

UK security agency’s dismissal of lawsuit from Ariana Grande concert bombing survivors is upheld

LONDON — A special tribunal has dismissed a legal claim involving over 300 survivors of the 2017 bombing at an Ariana Grande concert in...

Middle East update: UN indicates intense confrontations between Israeli forces and Hezbollah in southern Lebanon

Israeli forces engaged in intense combat with Hezbollah fighters in various regions of southern Lebanon on Friday, including a coastal town that hosts the...

Merkel expresses regret over Trump’s return and reminisces about their uncomfortable handshake absence

Former German Chancellor Angela Merkel expressed her feelings of “sorrow” regarding Donald Trump's return to political prominence, discussing the challenges his leadership poses to...

Ukraine’s legislature suspends meeting following Russia’s missile launch.

KYIV, Ukraine — On Friday, Ukraine's parliament decided to cancel a scheduled session amid heightened security measures following the recent deployment of a new...

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