250,000 pilgrims gather at Fatima shrine in Portugal for annual candlelight Mass
On May 13, hundreds of thousands of Catholic pilgrims gathered at Fatima shrine in Portugal for the annual Mass of the Blessing of the Candles, honoring the Virgin Mary. This event has been held annually since 1917 and ...
South African Inquiry into Police Misconduct
The TRC investigation has revealed that former police chief Jackie Selebi used President Thabo Mbeki's influence to obstruct prosecutions and undermine justice, according to testimonies. The inquiry hears from Vusi Pikol...
US President Trump Visits China for Crucial Summit
US President Trump arrived in Beijing on May 13, 2026, for a summit with Chinese Vice President Han. The meeting is expected to focus primarily on trade issues between the two nations....
Utah woman sentenced to life without parole for fentanyl-laced drink
Kouri Richins, a Utah woman, was convicted of lacing her husband's cocktail with five times the lethal dose of fentanyl and received a life sentence without parole. The incident highlights concerns about substance abuse ...
Nelson Mandela Bay Floods Show Infrastructure Strain Amid Rising Sea Levels
The Nelson Mandela Bay floods of May 5-8, 2026, highlighted significant infrastructure strain on the city, with over 100 complaints logged in three days. These events are part of a broader trend exacerbated by rising sea...
US renews Cuba aid offer amid Trump's China visit
The US renewed an offer of $100 million in humanitarian aid to Cuba during Trump's visit to China. This move comes as Beijing continues to support the island....
Princess Catherine visits Italy following cancer remission
British Princess Catherine of Wales visited Italy for her first official trip since announcing her cancer remission, highlighting her recovery and continued royal duties....
British couple jailed in Iran for spying charges
Lindsay and Craig Foreman were sentenced to 10 years in prison after entering Iran on a motorcycling trip. Their family has lost contact with them, stating the sentence is totally unjustifiable....
US Senate confirms Kevin Warsh as Federal Reserve chairman
Kevin Warsh was confirmed as the new Federal Reserve chairman despite opposition from Republicans. He has shifted in line with Trump's policies on inflation....
Valdo Calocane brother tells inquiry he felt powerless over killer’s mental ill health
Elias Calocane, the younger brother of Valdo Calocane, who killed three people in Nottingham in 2021, claims he felt powerless regarding his sibling's mental illness. He believes the violent messages sent by Valdo were r...
Senate confirms Kevin Warsh as next chair of the Federal Reserve
The Senate has confirmed Kevin Warsh as the next chairman of the Federal Reserve. His appointment comes at a time when inflation remains high, with gasoline prices putting upward pressure on prices. Warsh's term will inv...
Wes Streeting prepares to launch leadership challenge against Keir Starmer
Health Secretary Wes Streeting is set to launch a leadership challenge against Labour's Keir Starmer, aiming to secure enough support from MPs to trigger a contest. This move has sparked a race among opposition figures o...
Netanyahu Claims Secret Trip to UAE Amid Iran War
The Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has alleged that he made a secret visit to the United Arab Emirates during the height of the Iran war. The claim was initially reported by The Guardian, while the UAE's forei...
UK Politics: Leadership Struggle Heats Up Amid King's Speech
Wes Streeting's rise as the PM-in-waiting has been met with both reassurance and speculation. As the official political truce of the king’s speech approaches, Labour colleagues are divided over his chances to challenge K...
Buenos Aires Celebrates Autumn and European Day
Buenos Aires is preparing for a vibrant autumn season with a variety of cultural events including French gastronomic festivals, vintage subway rides, and Europe Day celebrations in Avenida de Mayo. The city aims to showc...
Netanyahu's secret visit to UAE during Iran war marks historic breakthrough
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu secretly visited the United Arab Emirates during the Iran war and met with the Emirati president, leading to a 'historic breakthrough' in relations between Israel and the UAE....
Neanderthals May Have Drilled Out Cavities 59,000 Years Ago
In a groundbreaking discovery in Chagyrskaya Cave, scientists unearthed a Paleolithic tooth with signs of drilling. This finding suggests Neanderthals had the capability to perform precise dental procedures, challenging ...
Pioneering scholarship choristers made in south London community
St John the Divine, Kennington has established one of the UK's largest youth choral programmes in an area marked by deprivation. This initiative is supported by St Paul’s Cathedral school, a prestigious private instituti...
Middle East conflict raises concerns about oil shock and its impact on workers
The ongoing Middle East conflict has led to a sharp increase in oil prices, causing economic stress for households. However, experts caution against interpreting this as another major financial crisis similar to the 2008...
German court rules Milka cheated consumers by reducing chocolate bar size
Mondelēz, the maker of Milka chocolates, faced a legal challenge over its decision to reduce the weight of its Alpine Milk bar from 100g to 90g without altering the packaging. A German court ruled that the company cheate...