Hamas to Release Six More Hostages After Heartbreaking Return of Shiri Bibas’ Body

Palestinian Hamas militants stand guard on the day of the handover of hostages, including those held in Gaza since the deadly October 7 2023 attack, to members of the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) as part of a ceasefire and a hostages-prisoners swap deal between Hamas and Israel, in Rafah in the southern Gaza Strip, February 22, 2025.

JERUSALEM, Feb 22 – Six more Israeli hostages were set to be released from Gaza on Saturday as part of an ongoing exchange deal between Hamas and Israel. This comes after Israeli authorities confirmed that a body handed over the previous night was that of Shiri Bibas, a woman taken captive along with her husband … Read more

Wall Street Gears Up for a Volatile Open After Thursday’s Setback; UnitedHealth Stumbles

Wall Street’s major stock indexes were poised for a mixed open on Friday.

FEBRUARY 21 – Wall Street’s major stock indexes were poised for a mixed open on Friday, following a sharp decline in the previous session. Market sentiment remained fragile as investors assessed economic conditions, corporate earnings, and regulatory developments. The drop in Walmart’s stock on Thursday, combined with ongoing concerns about tariffs and Federal Reserve policies, … Read more

Trump’s Controversial Workforce Overhaul: Non-Taxpayer Funded Federal Jobs Slashed

Elon Musk gestures onstage as he attends the Conservative Political Action Conference (CPAC) in National Harbor, Maryland, U.S., February 20, 2025.

FEBRUARY 21 – In a sweeping move to reduce the size of the federal workforce, President Donald Trump has initiated mass layoffs targeting federal employees whose salaries are not directly funded by taxpayers. The decision has sparked controversy, particularly due to its impact on regulatory agencies responsible for overseeing critical industries, including healthcare and finance. … Read more

Hamas Hands Over Bodies of Hostages Amid Tragic Loss and Escalating Tensions

Palestinian Hamas militants keep guard on the day Hamas hands over deceased hostages Oded Lifschitz, Shiri Bibas and her two children Kfir and Ariel Bibas, seized during the deadly October 7, 2023 attack, to the Red Cross, as part of a ceasefire and hostages-prisoners swap deal between Hamas and Israel, in Khan Younis in the southern Gaza Strip February 20, 2025.

JERUSALEM, Feb 20 – In a significant development, Hamas returned the bodies of four hostages, including infant Kfir Bibas and his four-year-old brother Ariel, who were among those taken captive during the October 7, 2023, attack. The handover, which took place on Thursday, marked the first time Hamas has returned deceased hostages since the conflict … Read more

Zelensky Calls for Truth After Trump Suggests Ukraine Started the War

Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelensky said Ukraine 'will do everything to stop Russia and end the war' in 2025.

FEBRUARY 19 – Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has urged the U.S. administration to acknowledge the truth regarding the war in Ukraine after President Donald Trump suggested that Ukraine was responsible for the conflict. Zelensky made his remarks during a press conference in Kyiv, where he expressed concern about what he described as misinformation surrounding the … Read more

US and Russia Take Crucial Steps Toward Ending Ukraine Conflict: A Pivotal Diplomatic Breakthrough

U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio sits next to U.S. National Security Advisor Mike Waltz and U.S. Middle East envoy Steve Witkoff during a meeting with Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan Al Saud, Saudi National Security Advisor Mosaad bin Mohammad Al-Aiban, Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov and Russian President Vladimir Putin's foreign policy advisor Yuri Ushakov, at Diriyah Palace, in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, February 18, 2025.

RIYADH, Feb 18 – In a notable diplomatic development, the United States and Russia have agreed to take crucial steps toward ending the ongoing war in Ukraine, marking the first high-level talks on the conflict since Russia’s invasion in 2022. This diplomatic breakthrough took place in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, on Tuesday, where both sides held … Read more

Terrifying Crash: Delta Plane Flips Upside Down on Landing at Toronto Airport, injuring 18

An emergency responder works around an aircraft on a runway, after a plane crash at Toronto Pearson International Airport in Mississauga, Ontario, Canada February 17, 2025.

TORONTO, Feb 17 – A Delta Air Lines regional jet flipped upside down while landing at Toronto Pearson International Airport on Monday, resulting in injuries to 18 individuals aboard the aircraft. The incident occurred during turbulent weather conditions following a heavy snowstorm, authorities confirmed. Flight DL4819, traveling from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport, carried 80 passengers … Read more

UK Offers Peacekeeping Troops to Ukraine Ahead of Critical Paris Summit

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer

LONDON/PARIS, Feb 17 – British Prime Minister Keir Starmer has become the first European leader to express a willingness to deploy peacekeeping forces to Ukraine. His commitment comes ahead of a crucial summit in Paris, where European leaders will discuss their role in ensuring security and stability in the region. This announcement follows a surprising … Read more

Shakira Hospitalized in Peru with Severe Stomach Issue

Shakira in Peru

LIMA, Feb 16 – Global pop sensation Shakira has been admitted to a hospital in Peru due to a stomach-related illness, forcing her to cancel her much-anticipated concert scheduled for Sunday. The Colombian singer took to social media to update her fans about her condition, expressing disappointment over missing the event. “I’m truly sorry to … Read more

BREAKING: U.S.-Russia Urgent Talks in Saudi Arabia to End Ukraine War

US special envoy for Russia and Ukraine Keith Kellogg, Vice President JD Vance and Secretary of State Marco Rubio attend a bilateral meeting with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy (not pictured), on the sidelines of the Munich Security Conference (MSC), in Munich, Germany February 14, 2025.

MUNICH/WASHINGTON, Feb 15 – In a significant development aimed at addressing the ongoing war in Ukraine, officials from the United States and Russia are set to meet in Saudi Arabia in the coming days. The discussions are expected to focus on finding a resolution to the nearly three-year-long conflict that has left Ukraine in turmoil. … Read more