Politics
Zelensky Forms Delegation to Negotiate Ukraine-Russia Peace with US Mediation
Sara KhaledUkrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has approved the formation of a high-level delegation to negotiate with the United States and Russia about endi...
U.S. Coast Guard Seeks Independence to Fulfill Its Vital Duties
The US Coast Guard handles everything from drug busts in the Caribbean to Arctic sovereignty missions, but it's the only military branch without a ded...
UK Retail Sales Plummet Amid Economic Challenges
UK retail sales dropped 1.1% in October, crushing expectations and ending five months of steady growth. British shoppers pulled back on spending ahead...
George W. Bush Criticizes Daughter Jina's 'Trivial' TV Program
Jenna Bush Hager wants her father, former President George W. Bush, on her NBC morning show "Jenna & Friends," but he keeps turning her down. The 79-y...
Former Philippine Mayor Convicted of Human Trafficking
A Philippine court sentenced a former mayor to life in prison for human trafficking charges linked to an illegal online gaming operation that forced h...
Italy Grapples with Escalating Violence Against Women and Gender Equality Challenges Under Meloni
Pamela Gennini had the kind of life many people dream about. The 29-year-old Italian model and businesswoman built a successful real estate career in...
Brits Seek AI Guidance: 40% of Young Englanders Turn to Artificial Intelligence for Advice and Support
Nearly 40% of young people in England are turning to artificial intelligence for advice, support, or companionship, even though many crave more real-w...
Austria Advocates for Just Peace as the Path to a Secure Future for Israel and Palestinians
Austria's Foreign Minister Beate Meinl-Reisinger welcomed the UN Security Council's adoption of the US-backed Gaza plan, calling it a pathway to a sta...
Renowned Lawyer Vows to Arrest Netanyahu if He Visits New York
New York City's mayor-elect Zuhran Mamdani says he'll order the arrest of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu if he shows up for next year's UN...
British Firms Increasingly Seek Overseas Expansion Amid Brexit Uncertainty
Nearly half of British companies are now planning to expand outside the UK, according to a new Santander survey. That's a massive jump from 21% in fal...
Canadian Government Survives No-Confidence Vote: A Narrow Victory for Trudeau's Cabinet
Canada's Prime Minister Mark Carney survived a confidence vote by the narrowest of margins, keeping his government intact as Parliament approved his e...
2026 World Cup Ticket Holders Granted Expedited U.S. Visa Processing
The US government announced that fans holding 2026 World Cup tickets will get priority scheduling for American visa appointments. President Donald Tru...
Young Arabs Upskill with AI: 1.3 Million Enroll in Vocational Training Program
Crescent Petroleum has partnered with Edraak, the Arab world's leading non-profit online learning platform, to launch a new AI specialization program....
UAE Welcomes Democratic Republic of Congo and 'Congo River' Alliance's Signing of Doha Framework Peace Agreement
The UAE has welcomed a new peace agreement signed in Doha between the Democratic Republic of Congo's government and the M23 rebel movement. The deal m...
Former Bangladeshi Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina Sentenced to Death: A Controversial Verdict
A Bangladeshi court sentenced former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina to death on Monday for crimes against humanity. The ruling comes months after mass p...
Canada Cosies Up to China Amid Trump's Trade War
Canada and China are rebuilding their relationship after years of tension, driven partly by Trump's trade war with America's northern neighbor. The sh...
Russia Seizes Two More Villages in Southern Ukraine Offensive
Russian forces captured two more villages in southern Ukraine, continuing their slow but steady advance across multiple fronts. The Russian military a...
UK Unveils Stricter Asylum and Immigration Policies: Navigating a Changing Landscape
Britain is making its biggest changes to asylum policy in decades. The Labour government plans to make refugee status temporary and extend the wait fo...
Germany Seeks Robust Capabilities to Bolster its Global Influence
Germany faces a critical moment in its foreign policy approach. The country built its post-reunification influence on soft power and diplomacy, but th...
Ukrainian Drones Target Russian Oil Refinery in Surprise Attack
Ukrainian drones struck a Russian oil refinery in Ryazan city, forcing the facility to suspend operations. This marks the latest in a series of Ukrain...
Trump-Led 'Peace Council' Outlines Key Aspects of U.S. Plan to End Gaza Conflict
The United States is pushing for UN Security Council support for Trump's Gaza peace plan, with backing from the UAE, Egypt, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, and T...