On October 7, 2023, Hamas launched a violent assault that left deep scars on Israeli communities. Evidence gathered over two years now confirms what many suspected then: sexual violence wasn’t just random cruelty. It was planned. Footage released by Hamas itself showed parts of the attack, but the f
A recent survey shows most Americans want to keep politics out of church services. Around two-thirds of people, including majorities from both political parties, say churches should avoid taking sides in political debates. The survey also found that nearly four in five Americans don’t want churches
Vladimir Putin recently spoke about the growing bond between Russia and China ahead of a key meeting with China’s leader. He called their relationship the strongest it’s ever been, built on shared trust and mutual goals. The two nations plan to work together on issues that matter most to them—like p
A recent survey shows more Americans now think religion is becoming more influential in daily life. Only a few years ago, most people felt the opposite. Back in 2024, just 18% believed religion was growing stronger, but now that number has nearly doubled to 37%. Meanwhile, those who think religion i
Born on February 20, 2004, Jared McCain grew up in Sacramento where the city’s tough high‑school basketball scene helped shape his game. He is an American citizen, with parents who both hail from the United States, but he proudly acknowledges a mixed heritage that includes African‑American and white
The Philippine Supreme Court is now at the center of a heated debate as government lawyers argue against Senator Ronald dela Rosa’s request to block his arrest by the International Criminal Court (ICC). Dela Rosa, a former police chief who led President Duterte’s controversial drug crackdown, seeks
The national health insurance program started in 2016 with the aim of giving everyone access to medical care. The idea is to cover all citizens, but it still struggles to reach many people. Nepal has made some gains in letting people see doctors and get treatments, yet the numbers of those who sign
K2 Pictures, a Japanese film company, has finished its first fund and raised $33 million from banks and investors. The firm also secured an extra $67 million in loans, bringing its total resources to $100 million. Founded by former Toei boss Muneyuki Kii, the company wants to change how Japane
Salahdine Parnasse stands out in Europe's MMA scene, not just for his skills inside the cage but for his unique background. Born in France in 1997, he grew up in Aubervilliers, a working-class area near Paris. At 11, he started training at a local gym and never looked back. Now, with a 22-2 record i
In 2019, a high-profile aid worker received a harsh punishment for crimes he committed years earlier. Peter Dalglish, known for starting a children’s charity, was sentenced to 16 years in prison in Nepal after being convicted of raping two boys aged 11 and 14. The case shocked many because Dalglish
