The 2025 midterm elections in the Philippines were anticipated to be a critical moment for the long-standing populist Duterte dynasty. The family’s leader, former President Rodrigo Duterte, aged 80, faced allegations of crimes against humanity and was arrested in March. His daughter, Sara Duterte-Carpio, the current Vice President, was accused of corruption and threatening President […]
Since Donald Trump’s return to the presidency, the initial refugee intake into the U.S. has taken an unexpected turn. Upon resuming office, Trump halted all refugee admissions, disrupting resettlement plans for countless individuals escaping persecution and violence. However, 18 days later, he announced a special provision for white South Africans, citing their status as “victims […]
` tags. Hamas has released Edan Alexander, the last known living American hostage held in Gaza. Alexander, who was taken captive during the October 7 attacks, was transferred to the Red Cross in Khan Younis on Monday. This handover is part of ongoing efforts to revive ceasefire negotiations. The release is being interpreted as a […]
As the use of modern weight-loss medications increases, researchers are working to determine the most suitable drug for individual patients and the optimal timing for their use during the weight-loss process. The effectiveness of the drugs and the potential side effects are crucial factors in making these determinations. A new study, featured in the New […]
President Trump’s second term will begin on Tuesday with a visit to Saudi Arabia, highlighting the continued importance of the U.S.-Saudi relationship under his leadership. (He is also scheduled to .) While the normalization of Saudi-Israeli relations is unlikely in the near term due to the ongoing Gaza conflict, Trump and Crown Prince Mohammed bin […]
In a significant step back from the trade tensions, the U.S. and China have agreed to substantially decrease tariffs imposed on each other for an initial 90-day period. This marks a major breakthrough in the trade dispute between the world’s two largest economies. Effective Wednesday, May 14, both nations will implement a 115% reduction in […]
Warning: The following contains spoilers for Episode 5 of The Last of Us Season 2. Following Joel’s () death at the hands of () in the second episode of , Ellie () has been single-mindedly focused on avenging him. However, her progress in this pursuit has been slow in recent episodes. Ellie and Dina’s (Isabela […]
` tags. DEIR AL-BALAH, Gaza Strip — According to Hamas, Edan Alexander, the last remaining American hostage in Gaza, is expected to be freed as part of an effort to secure a cease-fire, reopen border crossings into the Israeli-controlled territory, and allow aid to be delivered again. The statement released by Hamas on Sunday evening […]
Donald Trump increased his support among voters without a college degree, rising from approximately 50% in 2020 to 56% in 2024, with over 50 million working-class individuals casting their votes for him in 2024. These voters played a crucial role in his election victory. Despite the common perception that Trump primarily serves the interests of […]
Robert Prevost’s election as Pope Leo XIV was unexpected. Having spent 12 years with him in Rome and being a classmate at Catholic Theological Union in Chicago from 1977 to 1982, the announcement of “Robertus Franciscus Prevost” from St. Peter’s Basilica felt surreal. I’ve always known him as “Bob.” We studied together and served our […]
Following increased conflict and mutual accusations of strikes, India and Pakistan have reportedly agreed to a cease-fire after discussions facilitated by the U.S. President Donald Trump made the announcement Saturday morning on Truth Social. “After a long night of talks mediated by the United States, I am pleased to announce that India and Pakistan have […]
` tags. During a tense Game 1 of the NBA Playoffs between the Knicks and Celtics, my sons were enthusiastically cheering, their voices reaching the intensity of jet engines. As I tried to follow the score and find my AirPods to block out the noise, a commercial interrupted Jalen Brunson’s play. The AT&T ad showed […]
Greetings from Los Angeles, where the Milken Global Conference recently concluded. For those unfamiliar, Milken is a significant event for business and finance leaders—a chance to leave Manhattan and network with industry leaders and policymakers in Beverly Hills. It’s not primarily a climate conference. This year, sessions featuring U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent and NVIDIA […]
Following a swift, two-day conclave, Robert Prevost, the first American to hold the position, has been elected as Pope Leo XIV to succeed Pope Francis. He made his first public appearance on the balcony of St. Peter’s Basilica on Thursday evening. While his stance on critical issues remains uncertain due to his reserved nature, Pope […]
A federal judge on Friday mandated the immediate release of Rümeysa Öztürk, a Turkish doctoral candidate at Tufts University. Öztürk had been held in immigration detention for six weeks. The judge deemed her arrest and continued detention unlawful and expressed significant constitutional concerns. Judge William K. Sessions III of the U.S. District Court in Vermont […]
Pope Leo XIV has assumed leadership of the Catholic Church, commencing his pontificate with a mass in the Sistine Chapel. During the service, he described his election as both a challenge and a gift. Addressing the College of Cardinals, Leo stated that he was called to embrace this challenge and be blessed with this mission. […]
Marina Silva’s accomplishments appear almost miraculous. Since returning as Brazil’s environment and climate minister in 2023, the nation has swiftly reversed deforestation through strict enforcement of environmental regulations neglected by her predecessor. Recent data from last fall indicates Amazon deforestation reached its lowest point in a decade, nearly halving in 2023 alone compared to the […]
Before the morning rush at a military base, LeAnne Withrow would discreetly enter the women’s restroom, usually around 2 or 3 a.m., to ensure she was alone. Withrow came out as a transgender woman in 2016, a year before Donald Trump’s initial attempt to ban transgender people from the military. Her goal was simply to […]
` tags. On May 8th, amidst a crowd of global pilgrims, I stood in St. Peter’s Square as the new Pope was chosen. The unforgettable roar that followed the white smoke from the Sistine Chapel resonated deeply. The ground trembled as the basilica bells rang, announcing the unexpected election of the new Vicar of Jesus […]
Climate change is already putting pressure on Pakistan’s water resources, and escalating tensions with India risk worsening the situation.