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Israeli military conducts armed raids of Unrwa schools in Jerusalem
Israeli military conducts armed raids of Unrwa schools in Jerusalem The Israeli military conducted an armed raid on three UN-operated schools in East Jerusalem in the West Bank before forcing more than 550 children out of their classrooms and detaining oneUnited Nations relief and works agency for Palestine refugees staff member on Thursday. The raid led to an outcry from the commissioner general, Philippe Lazzarini,...
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Pope Leo XIV had to overcome the taboo against a U.S. pontiff
Pope Leo XIV had to overcome the taboo against a U.S. pope, given the geopolitical power already wielded by the United States in the secular sphere.
Published on: May 08, 2025 | Source:WeightWatchers blames diet drugs and social media for bankruptcy
Problems for the well-known brand began with the Coronavirus pandemic and continued as prescriptions gained favour
Published on: May 08, 2025 | Source:Leo XIV Calls for Peace and a Church Open to All
βWe still hear in our ears that weak, but always courageous voice of Pope Francis blessing from Rome,β he said. Robert Francis Prevost, the U.S.-born cardinal who also holds Peruvian citizenship, chose the name Leo XIV for his papacy. From the balcony of St. Peterβs Basilica, he delivered a lengthy speech to thousands of faithful [β¦]
Published on: May 08, 2025 | Source:Trump congratulates new American pope
Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost will be the first American pontiff in history.
Published on: May 08, 2025 | Source:Months of talks, then a late scramble: how the UK finally struck a US trade deal
Sir Keir Starmer welcomed agreement to blunt impact of Donald Trumpβs tariffs
Published on: May 08, 2025 | Source:White smoke emerges from Sistine Chapel as new pope is elected
White smoke poured out of the Sistine Chapel in Vatican City, signalling the election of a new pope as crowds in St. Pet
Published on: May 08, 2025 | Source:Zelenskyy addresses Ukrainians in Kyiv as Moscow airspace remains blocked
Ukraineβs president Volodymyr Zelenskyy recorded a video from Kyiv city centre for the Day of Remembrance and Victory over Nazism, calling the Friday parade in Moscow a βparade of fear.β
Published on: May 08, 2025 | Source:Meet Pope Leo XIV: Former Cardinal Prevostβs Path to Papacy
In a remarkable turn of events, Cardinal Robert Prevost has been chosen as the new Pope Leo XIV following the passing of Pope Francis. Related: The Catholic Church Announces Its New Pope With White Smoke This election marks a significant moment in the history of the Catholic Church, as Prevost becomes the first pontiff of [β¦]
Published on: May 08, 2025 | Source:World War II ended in Europe 80 years ago, but V-E Day is haunted by conflict in Ukraine
Even if the end of World War II in Europe spawned one of the most joyous days the continent ever lived, Thursdayβs 80th anniversary of V-E Day is haunted as much by the specter of current-day conflict.
Published on: May 08, 2025 | Source:What is (and isnβt) actually in the UK-US trade deal
Like any deal, it comes at a cost, with compromises made on both sides β and some concessions may prove difficult to digest.
Published on: May 08, 2025 | Source:Bulgarian spy helped Wirecardβs Marsalek plan Kabul airlift for CIA, court told
Claim dismissed by prosecution lawyers at Old Bailey sentencing hearing
Published on: May 08, 2025 | Source:Trump says he wants to meet βso fantasticβ von der Leyen
U.S. president thinks the EU was set up to "screw" America β but suddenly seems to like its boss.
Published on: May 08, 2025 | Source:US Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost to lead Catholic Church as Pope Leo XIV
Cardinal Robert Prevost has been announced as the next head of the Catholic Church. He is the first pope from the US and took the papal name Leo XIV. DW has more.
Published on: May 08, 2025 | Source:Sanctuary of Machu Picchu: An Outstanding Universal Value
Machu Picchu, the Historic Sanctuary of the Inca Civilization, stands as one of the most breathtaking archaeological and architectural marvels in the world. Nestled between the Peruvian Andes and the Amazon Basin, it is celebrated for both its cultural and natural heritage, spanning 32,592 hectares of dramatic mountain landscapes, ancient trails, and rich biodiversity. Constructed [β¦]
Published on: May 08, 2025 | Source:Cypriot MEP Fidias Panayiotou travels to Moscow with German and Slovak lawmakers
The trio will be in the Russian capital on the same day as "Victory Day" celebrations.
Published on: May 08, 2025 | Source:Who is Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost, elected Pope Leo XIV?
Prevost is the first US citizen to hold the position of head of the Roman Catholic Church and in the run-up to the conclave, was not considered a frontrunner to be elected pontiff.
Published on: May 08, 2025 | Source:Charity linked to Prince Harry admits human rights abuses in Congo
African Parks acknowledged its rangers committed human rights abuses in Congo-Brazzaville.
Published on: May 08, 2025 | Source:WATCH: Trump says he’ll pull Ed Martin’s nomination U.S. Attorney after partisanship concerns
President Trump pulled the nomination of Ed Martin Jr. after a key Republican senator said he could not support him for the job due to his defense of Jan. 6 rioters.
Published on: May 08, 2025 | Source:Venezuela and Burkina Faso Strengthen South-South Cooperation
Venezuelan President NicolΓ‘s Maduro met with his BurkinabΓ© counterpart, Ibrahim TraorΓ©, to enhance South-South cooperation, continuing diplomatic efforts first established under Comandante Hugo ChΓ‘vez. For the past two decades, Venezuela and Burkina Faso have engaged in strategic partnerships in energy, mining, and education, forging 27 bilateral agreements across sectors including politics, scientific collaboration,...
Published on: May 08, 2025 | Source:EU to launch dispute against U.S. tariffs as it sets out 95 billion euros in countermeasures
The EU has pausedan initial set of retaliatory measures β a response to U.S. duties of 25% on steel and aluminum β to enable negotiations.
Published on: May 08, 2025 | Source:Milken mission: Trump dispatches Bessent to calm the financial elite
US Treasury secretaryβs message in Beverly Hills got a mixed review from investors
Published on: May 08, 2025 | Source:Crowd cheers as white smoke announces new pope at Vatican
White smoke rose from the Sistine Chapel, signalling the election of the 267th pope. Crowds in St Peterβs Square cheered, as they awaited the new pope to emerge.
Published on: May 08, 2025 | Source:Key takeaways: Documentary names alleged killer of Al Jazeeraβs Abu Akleh
'Who Killed Shireen?' documentary from Zeteo uncovers name of Israeli soldier who is now dead.
Published on: May 08, 2025 | Source:ββIndia loses top fighter jet β bad news for its future air combat
India has lost its top fighter jet, the Rafale EH. Three Rafale jets were shot down. In addition, at least one Sukhoi and one MIG plus a large Israel reconnaissance drone were destroyed by Pakistanβs air force. Until the latest air combat, India had acquired 34 Rafale jet fighters. These are multimission platforms suitable for [β¦] The post India loses top fighter jet β bad news for its future air combat appeared first...
Published on: May 08, 2025 | Source:Mahmoud Abbas Arrives in Moscow for WWII Victory Commemoration
Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas arrived in Moscow on Thursday at the official invitation of Russian President Vladimir Putin to participate in the 80th anniversary celebrations of the victory over Nazism. Upon arrival, Abbas was welcomed by Mikhail Bogdanov, Russiaβs Presidential Envoy to the Middle East and North Africa, alongside officials from the Palestinian Embassy in [β¦]
Published on: May 08, 2025 | Source:Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost Becomes Pope of the Catholic Church
The conclave took only two days to decide who would succeed Pope Francis. After two days of closed-door meetings, the Conclave of 133 cardinals elected American Cardinal Robert Francis Prevot as the new pope of the Catholic Church. RELATED: The Catholic Church Announces Its New Pope With White Smoke Cardinal Prevost currently serves as the [β¦]
Published on: May 08, 2025 | Source:Cardinal Prevost elected next pope, first American pontiff
Cardinals chose the new pope on their second day of the papal conclave.
Published on: May 08, 2025 | Source:The Duality in Chinaβs Security Relations With RussiaΒ
Despite international pressure, Beijing-Moscow security ties have strengthened since 2022 β but pointedly in areas away from the Eastern European theater.
Published on: May 08, 2025 | Source:What does Israelβs escalation with the Houthis mean for Yemen?
Israel bombed Sanaa airport and Hodeidah port after Houthi missiles hit near Tel Aviv, prompting fears of wider war.
Published on: May 08, 2025 | Source:Britainβs trade deals are a starting point
Agreements with the US and India are imperfect, but better than nothing
Published on: May 08, 2025 | Source:Exceeding expectations: Europeβs 2024/25 overachievers
As the 2024/25 football season comes to a close across Europe, three teams have surpassed pre-season predictions.
Published on: May 08, 2025 | Source:Israeli Airstrikes Target Schools in Gaza, Killing Dozens Amid Humanitarian Collapse
Israeli airstrikes continued their assault on displaced civilians in Gaza overnight, striking two UN-run schools and killing at least 49 people, most of them children, women, and the elderly, according to reports from the Palestinian news agency WAFA. Medical sources confirmed that on Wednesday night, two Israeli airstrikes hit the Abu Hamisa school in Al-Bureij [β¦]
Published on: May 08, 2025 | Source:U.S. wants to send deportees to Libya, site of migrant mass graves and brutal detention centres
The Donald Trump administrations plans for mass deportations now include Libya, which would represent a remarkable development given both the north African country's controversial treatment of migrants, and its fraught history with the U.S.
Published on: May 08, 2025 | Source:Bill Gates doubles giving to $200 billion, says philanthropists can't cover government cuts
The Microsoft billionaire criticized Elon Musk for his role in crucial cuts to foreign aid.
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