Putin announced a new decree that will erase up to 10 million roubles of debt for people who have signed a contract with the defence ministry from May 1 onward, or for their spouses. The debt relief applies only if the creditors had already started a legal claim before that date. Those who joi
In eastern Congo, two battles rage at once. One is against a rare Ebola strain with no cure. The other is against fear—fear that turns aid workers into targets. Volunteers like Vanny Birungi meet hostility daily, not just from the virus but from the people they try to help. Stones and shouts greet h
This week, Singapore hosts one of Asia’s biggest defence meetings where top leaders will face tough questions about global conflicts and shifting alliances. The event, running from May 29 to 31, brings together ministers, generals, and analysts to discuss security challenges that could reshape the r
The Israeli government has called for a new round of air attacks on Beirut after a surge in drone strikes from Hezbollah. A fatal incident involving an Israeli soldier prompted Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich to demand that Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu act decisively. Smotrich argued that eve
The pope has spoken out about the danger of artificial intelligence, saying it can stir up fights and make wars easier. He thinks many people are rushing to develop new AI tools without enough thought about the risks. The Vatican wants governments and tech companies to slow down their progress. A
Every summer, Yellowstone and Grand Teton parks teem with visitors—around 4. 76 million in 2025 alone—while an estimated 1, 055 grizzlies roam freely. These bears, weighing up to 600 pounds and capable of sprinting 35 mph, are the largest land predators in the Lower 48. Yet despite their size, confl
Three months after launching strikes on Iran, the U. S. is stuck in a messy conflict with no clear winner in sight. While American forces hit Iranian military targets hard at first—destroying missiles, sinking ships, and taking out key leaders—Iran fought back in ways that hurt Trump’s plans. It blo
Negotiators from the U. S. and Iran are making steady progress toward an agreement that could end months of conflict, according to recent statements. The goal? To stop Iran from developing nuclear weapons while ensuring its existing uranium stockpiles are managed safely. But the talks aren’t just ab
Six months after the October 2025 ceasefire, Gaza remains trapped in a cycle of unmet promises and worsening conditions. A major rights group recently pointed out that the promised relief from President Trump’s “Board of Peace” has not materialized. Data from Gaza’s Health Ministry shows that Israel
Early Friday morning, a drone crashed into a college building in Luhansk, a region claimed by Russia since 2022. Officials in Moscow quickly blamed Ukraine, calling the incident a 'monstrous crime' that killed four people and injured 35, including many students. But without independent checks, the t
