Marco Rubio visits Vatican amid growing tensions between Trump and Pope Leo XIV

VATICAN CITY, May 7 – U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio traveled to the Vatican on Thursday in an effort to reinforce diplomatic ties between Washington and the Holy See after weeks of tension sparked by President Donald Trump’s public criticism of Pope Leo XIV. The visit came at a sensitive moment for both governments, … Read more

Iran reviewing US proposal to end war, though key demands remain unaddressed

WASHINGTON, May 6 – Tensions between Iran and the United States appeared to ease slightly on Wednesday, after Tehran confirmed it was examining a new American proposal aimed at ending months of military confrontation across the Middle East. While officials on both sides signaled cautious optimism, several of the most sensitive issues fueling the conflict … Read more

Czech government wants to ease fiscal rules, sparking deficit worries

PRAGUE, May 5 – The Czech government is moving ahead with controversial legislation that would loosen long-standing fiscal restrictions and allow major infrastructure investments to bypass existing deficit limits. The proposal has sparked growing concern among economists and fiscal watchdog officials, who warn the changes could significantly alter the country’s traditionally cautious budget policy and … Read more

Sudan army says UAE and Ethiopia linked to Khartoum drone attack

May 5 – Sudan’s military leadership has intensified accusations against the United Arab Emirates and Ethiopia following a series of drone attacks that struck Khartoum and several other cities, deepening fears that Sudan’s devastating civil war could draw in wider regional tensions. The latest violence has disrupted a fragile sense of recovery in the capital, … Read more

Trump says US will help free ships stranded in Strait of Hormuz

ISLAMABAD/WASHINGTON, May 3 – President Donald Trump announced that the United States will begin a maritime operation aimed at assisting commercial vessels reportedly stranded in the Strait of Hormuz. The move, described by Trump as a humanitarian step, comes amid rising tensions in the Gulf region and ongoing political and military friction involving Iran, Israel, … Read more

Spirit Airlines shuts down as company says it can’t keep up with higher oil prices

WEST PALM BEACH, Fla., May 2 – Spirit Airlines, once known for redefining budget air travel in the United States, announced it was shutting down operations permanently after more than 30 years in service. The airline confirmed it had begun an immediate and orderly wind down, canceling all remaining flights and suspending customer support as … Read more

Trump says he’s ‘not satisfied’ with Iran’s proposal to end the war

WASHINGTON, May 1 – U.S. President Donald Trump said Friday that he remains unconvinced by Iran’s latest proposal aimed at ending months of confrontation between Washington and Tehran, signaling that major disagreements still stand in the way of a broader settlement. Speaking to reporters at the White House, Trump acknowledged that Iranian officials appear eager … Read more

Iran’s supreme leader vows to protect nuclear and missile capabilities

DUBAI, April 30 – Iran’s newly appointed supreme leader, Ayatollah Mojtaba Khamenei, has issued a defiant warning that the country will firmly safeguard its nuclear and missile capabilities, signaling a hardening stance at a time of escalating regional and global tensions. His remarks, delivered through a statement broadcast on Iranian state television, come as the … Read more

Genome study reveals what happened after the Roman Empire fell

April 29 – The collapse of the Western Roman Empire in 476 AD remains one of the most significant turning points in European history. For centuries, historians have debated whether Rome’s decline triggered violent invasions, mass displacement, or a gradual transformation of society across the continent. Now, a major genetic study examining people who lived … Read more

King Charles III highlights US-UK bond during busy day of diplomacy with Trump and Congress

WASHINGTON, April 28 – King Charles III used a landmark address before the United States Congress to reaffirm the enduring partnership between the United Kingdom and the United States, blending historical reflection with subtle but pointed messages about global cooperation. Marking 250 years since American independence, the British monarch framed the once-divided nations as architects … Read more