Lebanon and Iran are playing a game of diplomatic musical chairs. Lebanese Foreign Minister Youssef Raji turned down an offer to visit Tehran, but he didn't slam the door shut on talks. Instead, he sent an invitation for Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi to come to Beirut for a chat. Araqchi, w
Iran is in a tough spot. It's not doing anything groundbreaking, but it's managing to stay afloat. How? By using three main strategies: sneaky money moves, secret oil deals, and backing groups in other countries. China and Russia are big players in Iran's survival game. China buys Iran's oil, even
In Minnesota, a group of people, many from the Somali community, took advantage of a program meant to feed hungry kids. They stole hundreds of millions of dollars meant for meals and used it to live lavishly. They bought fancy cars, luxurious homes, and even took trips to exotic places like the Mald
In 2025, photographers from the Associated Press documented a wide range of spiritual practices and religious events across the globe. One striking image shows a vast crowd gathered in St. Peter’s Square at the Vatican for Pope Francis' funeral, while another captures a single woman in Uruguay honor
The US government is secretly working on plans for what might happen if Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro steps down. This isn't just about moving troops around; it's about figuring out what comes next if Maduro leaves, whether he goes willingly or is forced out. Inside the White House, different
In Gaza, things are heating up. Israel recently hit two armed men near troops, killing one. This is just one of many tense moments in the region. Eight countries, including Saudi Arabia and Turkey, are not happy about Israel's plan to partly open the Rafah Crossing. They think it's a bad idea and c
The U. S. Institute of Peace (USIP) was created by Congress to promote peaceful solutions to global conflicts. It was meant to represent America's commitment to peace-building worldwide. However, recent events have turned this institution into a symbol of something quite different. President Trump
Minnesota is home to the largest Somali community in the U. S. This group has faced harsh words from President Trump. He recently called them "garbage" and said they should leave the country. He also claimed they have "destroyed" the U. S. and do nothing but complain. Trump's comments came after he
Recent changes have been made to immigration policies. The U. S. government has decided to put a hold on many immigration processes for people from 19 specific countries. These countries are seen as high-risk. The decision includes a wide range of processes, like green card applications and naturali
In a significant development, Israel has received what could be the remains of one of the last hostages held in Gaza. This comes as a ray of hope amid the ongoing conflict, but the situation remains complex. The remains, found by militants in northern Gaza, are now in Israel for forensic examination
