JERUSALEM In a historic move, Israel has officially become the first country in the world to formally recognize Somaliland as an independent and sovereign nation. The announcement, made on Friday, marks a significant shift in international relations and could have…
LONDON Boxing Day 2025 has seen a notable shift in consumer behaviour as online sales surged while high street footfall fell across much of the United Kingdom. Retail analysts report that while shoppers are increasingly turning to digital platforms for…
NEW YORK A federal judge has moved to block the Trump administration from detaining and deporting a British activist, issuing a temporary restraining order that halts removal efforts while the case is reviewed by the court. The decision marks a…
VATICAN CITY In his first Christmas message as pope, Pope Leo XIV called for a global truce, urging all nations to pause hostilities and embrace peace on this holiday season. Speaking from St. Peter’s Basilica, the pontiff highlighted the urgent…
LONDON In a deeply reflective Christmas message broadcast from Westminster Abbey, King Charles III emphasized the theme of pilgrimage, drawing connections between faith, history, and the journey of life. Speaking to the United Kingdom and the wider Commonwealth, the monarch…
CABOT, ARKANSAS In a record-breaking lottery event, an Arkansas resident has won a staggering $1.817 billion Powerball jackpot, making it one of the largest prizes in U.S. history. The winning ticket was sold in the city of Cabot, just outside…
London The United Kingdom has joined a group of nations in condemning Israel’s decision to approve the establishment of 19 new settlements in the occupied West Bank, calling the move a serious violation of international law and a threat to…
Chicago, Illinois The U.S. Supreme Court has blocked President Donald Trump’s plan to deploy National Guard troops to the Chicago area, delivering a major legal setback for the administration. In a six-to-three decision, the court refused to lift a lower…
In late summer 2025, the name Cian Fearon became known to many people in a small Rhode Island town and beyond. What began as a worrying missing persons report turned into relief and hope when he was found safe and…
Kyiv, Ukraine Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced on Tuesday that a comprehensive peace proposal for Russia is ready and could be presented within days, following extensive consultations with U.S. officials. Zelenskyy described the ongoing U.S.-led diplomatic talks as “quite solid,”…
