Guatemala Prison Break: 20 Gang Members Vanish in Shocking Escape
Twenty high-ranking Barrio 18 gang members have escaped from a maximum-security prison in Guatemala, igniting a nationwide manhunt and political crisis.
International, World News
International
International, World News
Bangladesh Factory Inferno: At Least 16 Dead as Fire Engulfs Garment Plant and Chemical Warehouse
A deadly fire at a garment factory in Dhaka, Bangladesh, has killed at least 16 workers, with fears the toll will rise due to an adjacent chemical warehouse still burning.
International, Politics
France’s Pension Overhaul Delayed: Lecornu Makes Stunning U-Turn Amid Political Chaos
French Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu has offered to delay the pension overhaul until after the 2027 election in a bid to survive no-confidence votes and calm nationwide unrest.
Economy, International
Trump’s Trade War With China Sends Shockwaves Through Global Economy
New U.S. and Chinese tariffs are sending shockwaves across the global economy, forcing nations to pick sides and disrupting supply chains worldwide.
Business, International
Rebuilding Gaza Could Cost $53 Billion—Who Will Pay?
A fragile cease-fire has raised hopes for rebuilding Gaza—but with an estimated $53 billion price tag, questions remain over funding, security, and who benefits.
International, World News
Russia Labels Antiwar Exiles ‘Terrorists’ in Global Crackdown
Russia has added dozens of antiwar exiles to its terrorism list, escalating its global campaign against dissent and raising alarms among human rights advocates.
International, World News
Trump’s Gaza Peace Plan Enters Phase Two: Can Hamas Really Disarm?
With a cease-fire in place, Trump’s Gaza peace plan moves to Phase Two—but convincing Hamas to lay down its arms remains the biggest obstacle to lasting peace.
Environment, International
UN Sounds Alarm: Forest Conservation Funding Must Triple by 2030 to Avoid Climate Collapse
A new UN report warns that global spending on forest conservation must triple to $300 billion annually by 2030 to fulfill climate and biodiversity pledges.
International, World News
Israel Confirms Identities of Hostages Returned by Hamas—Families Demand Answers as 28 Bodies Still Missing
Israel confirms the identities of two hostages whose bodies were returned by Hamas, as families demand answers for the 28 deceased still unaccounted for.
International, World News
Emotional Homecomings: Palestinian Prisoners Freed in Ceasefire Deal Met by Jubilant Crowds
In a moving display of relief and hope, nearly 2,000 Palestinian prisoners were released under a new Israel-Hamas ceasefire and greeted by tearful families and cheering crowds across Gaza and the West Bank.