Catholic cardinals gather in Vatican City to elect a new pope, deliberating whether to return the papacy to Italy after three non-Italian pontiffs. Historically, Italians have held the papacy for 455 years, but the last three popes hailed from Poland, Germany, and Argentina. The decision may reshape the future of the Roman Catholic Church.
Ukrainian ambassador Oksana Markarova claims Russia targets civilians with drone attacks amid ongoing conflict. Conflict escalation leads to heightened tensions and global concern. Kyiv remains under threat as international humanitarian law enforcement calls grow.
Japan’s envoy calls for a comprehensive review of US tariffs during trade negotiations, emphasizing the need for reassessment to reach an agreement. Explore the implications for US-Japan trade relations.
Discover how La Prensa, Nicaragua’s oldest newspaper, continues to champion press freedom amid government repression, earning the UNESCO Press Freedom Award. Learn about the newspaper’s resilience and dedication to journalism under challenging conditions.
Reginald, the tallest living dog, and Pearl, the shortest, met in Idaho Falls for a unique playdate, showcasing their record-breaking statuses and charming personalities.
Brazilian nun Inah Canabarro Lucas, the world’s oldest person, died at 116. Born in 1908, she cited faith as her longevity secret. The title now moves to Ethel Caterham of Surrey, England, who is 115.
A Chinese national arrested near the Commission on Elections office in Manila faces charges of espionage and violations under the Cybercrime Prevention Act of 2012. The incident has alarmed Malacañang, with President Marcos voicing confidence in Philippine intelligence agencies. The Chinese embassy condemned the accusations.
Matt Thomas, an accomplished radio journalist and former WFAA employee, has died at age 41. Known for his work at Houston Public Media, Thomas’s career spanned two decades, marked by numerous awards and dedicated service to the public. His passing follows a brief illness.
India closed its airspace to Pakistani airplanes following Pakistan’s ban on Indian planes from their airspace. The conflict escalates between the two nations, each accusing the other over a deadly attack in Kashmir. Both countries have exchanged gunfire and diplomatic measures, including border closures.
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un issued a directive to accelerate the nuclear armament of the navy, following a weapons test of the Choe Hyon destroyer, according to state media KCNA.