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Pope Francis’ Health Stable, No New Respiratory Issues

ROME — Pope Francis remained in critical but stable condition at a hospital on Tuesday due to a battle with double pneumonia. Despite his health challenges, he continued to work on significant...

Brazil: Indigenous Sue Vale Over Contamination

BRASILIA, Brazil — The Federal Prosecutor’s Office in Brazil has initiated legal action against mining giant Vale, alongside the Brazilian government and the state of Para, due to heavy metal contamination found...

Aid Group Decries Dire Security in Sudanese Camp

In North Darfur, the worsening situation around Sudan’s famine-hit Zamzam camp has reached a critical point, with all access routes blocked and security deteriorating significantly, according to an international aid worker. Due...

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2024 YR4 Asteroid Deemed Safe for Earth

CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. — Earth can breathe a sigh of relief as scientists have confirmed that the newly discovered asteroid, designated 2024 YR4, poses...

9 Dead, Many Homes Torched in Central African Republic

BANGUI, Central African Republic — Tragedy struck in the northern Central African Republic earlier this week as an attack led to the deaths of...

Violence in C.A.R.: 9 Dead, Homes Torched

BANGUI, Central African Republic — An attack in the northern part of the Central African Republic resulted in the tragic loss of nine lives,...

C.A.R. Attack: 9 Dead, Hundreds of Homes Destroyed

In the northern region of the Central African Republic, a violent incident led to the deaths of nine people and the destruction of over...

South Korea’s Yoon Justifies Martial Law Amid Impeachment

In Seoul, South Korea, the embattled President Yoon Suk Yeol, facing an impeachment trial, made a fervent appeal to the Constitutional Court defending his...

Thousands Gather at Vatican Praying for Pope’s Health

VATICAN CITY — Gathered in St. Peter’s Square, thousands showed their support and prayers for Pope Francis, who is facing a severe health battle....

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Starmer pledges UK defense boost to 2.5% GDP by 2027

LONDON — Prime Minister Keir Starmer has announced plans to increase the United Kingdom's defense expenditure to 2.5% of its gross domestic product (GDP)...

Chinese Journalist’s Son Urges Father’s Release

In a high-profile case that underscores the increasing restrictions on journalism in China, a Chinese journalist's son is calling for his father's release from...

Iraq’s Initial Census in Decades: 46.1M Population Count

In a significant milestone for the nation, the Iraqi government has announced the results of its first census in nearly 40 years, revealing that...

UK MP Imprisoned for Assaulting Voter in Intoxicated Outburst

LONDON – A British member of Parliament has been sentenced to 10 weeks in jail after attacking a constituent in a drunken state on...

US enacts additional restrictions on Iranian oil commerce following Trump’s demand to reduce exports ‘to zero’

WASHINGTON — On Monday, the United States imposed sanctions on a significant number of individuals and oil tankers operating in China, the...

US enhances sanctions on Iranian oil exports following Trump’s call to reduce them ‘to zero’

On Monday, the United States implemented sanctions targeting a number of individuals and oil tankers across various nations including China, the United Arab Emirates,...

US tightens restrictions on Iranian oil exports following Trump’s demand to reduce them ‘to nothing’

The United States announced on Monday that it is enacting sanctions on numerous individuals and oil tankers located in China, the United...

Congo reports rising tensions with Rwanda as rebel conflict claims over 7,000 lives this year.

KINSHASA, Congo — This year has seen over 7,000 fatalities as M23 rebels, allegedly backed by Rwanda, have made significant territorial gains in the...

Shaun White’s upcoming snowboard league will be hosted in Aspen and a Chinese mountain where he concluded his professional journey.

Shaun White's new halfpipe competition, the Snow League, will kick off in Aspen, Colorado, next week before heading to China, where he concluded his...

Germany is expected to maintain its leadership role in climate initiatives, but a shift in tone is anticipated.

As Germany approaches a governmental shift, climate specialists express optimism that the recent election outcomes will reinforce the nation's commitment to leading the charge...

German industry executives urge swift action from new government to revive struggling economy

FRANKFURT, Germany — The stagnation of Germany's economy has left the business sector feeling frustrated with the current government's lack of decisive action. As...

German executives urge swift government action to revitalize struggling economy

FRANKFURT, Germany — The current state of Germany's economy has left many business leaders feeling dissatisfied with the government's responses to ongoing economic stagnation....

Congo reports that more than 7,000 individuals have lost their lives this year due to a rebel insurrection in the eastern...

KINSHASA, Congo — This year, Congo's Prime Minister announced that over 7,000 individuals have lost their lives as the M23 rebels, allegedly supported by...

Congo reports that this year’s rebel insurgence in the east has resulted in the deaths of more than 7,000 individuals.

KINSHASA, Congo — This year has seen a significant escalation in violence in eastern Congo, with over 7,000 reported deaths attributed to the actions...

Congo reports that this year’s rebel insurgency in the east has resulted in more than 7,000 fatalities.

KINSHASA, Congo — This year, over 7,000 individuals have lost their lives as M23 rebels, allegedly supported by Rwanda, have seized extensive areas in...

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