Marwan Barghouti, a Palestinian leader, has been behind bars since 2002. He's seen as a crucial figure for Palestinian unity and statehood. Over 200 celebrities have now joined the call for his release. These stars include actors Benedict Cumberbatch, Josh O'Connor, and Javier Bardem, as well as mu
In the halls of Congress, a heated argument is brewing. It's all about a plan to make the FBI more transparent. Rep. Elise Stefanik, a strong supporter of former President Donald Trump, wants a rule that would force the FBI to tell Congress when they start investigating political candidates. She bel
In a recent turn of events, Russian President Vladimir Putin has issued a stern warning. He said he might block Ukraine's access to the sea. This comes after some tankers were attacked in the Black Sea. Putin's words suggest a strong response to these incidents. Putin spoke on television. He mentio
Senator Mark Kelly is not backing down. He's calling out President Trump and Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, demanding answers about recent strikes in the Caribbean. Kelly, a member of the Senate Armed Services Committee, insists that Hegseth should testify about the incidents. Two strikes were car
A Colorado lawmaker is under the microscope for how he spent campaign cash. Rep. Ron Weinberg is being investigated for possible campaign finance rule breaks. The state's Secretary of State's Office is looking into it after another Republican lawmaker, Rep. Brandi Bradley, filed a complaint. The co
Lebanon is in a tough spot right now. It's dealing with a lot of problems, like fights with Israel and a really bad economy. But there's a bit of hope coming from an unexpected place: Pope Leo XIV. He's just arrived in Lebanon on his first trip to the Middle East since becoming the leader of the wor
Congo has declared the end of its latest Ebola outbreak, marking a significant win in the country's fight against the deadly virus. The 16th outbreak, which began in September 2023, has left a trail of 53 confirmed cases and 43 deaths. The health minister, Roger Kamba, announced the good news in Kin
In the small town of Tine, Chad, near the Sudanese border, refugees face a dire situation. Many have fled violence in Sudan, only to find little help upon arrival. Najwa Isa Adam, a 32-year-old refugee, now cooks for other displaced families. She escaped al-Fashir, where she was held captive and ass
A man finds himself at a crossroads. His weekly podcast, a source of joy and expression, is under fire. His wife, a devout Christian, has drawn a line in the sand. She's given him an ultimatum: stop the podcast or face divorce. The podcast, where he openly discusses atheism and other topics, clashes
In a tense moment during a mission, a group of Ukrainian soldiers found themselves in a life-or-death situation. A Russian drone, armed with explosives, was hot on their trail, trying to strike their vehicle. The soldiers in the back tried to shoot it down, but hitting a fast-moving drone is no easy
