Thousands of people began filing through St. Peter’s Basilica to pay their final respects to Pope Francis on Wednesday at the start of three days of public viewing ahead of his funeral. Throngs of the faithful made their way to the 16th-century basilica’s main altar where Francis’ open wooden casket was perched, as Swiss Guards stood at attention. Over … Read more
The Trump administration has received 18 “written offers” from foreign trade ministers so far this week, according to the White House’s top economic adviser. National Economic Council Director Kevin Hassett stressed that the Trump administration won’t be “rushed” into getting those deals across the finish line and praised the rapid progress being made. “It’s going … Read more
Russian leader Vladimir Putin reportedly gifted President Trump a portrait of the Republican raising his fist after he narrowly survived an assassination attempt at a Pennsylvania rally last summer. The painting was commissioned by the Kremlin — and the artist didn’t even charge a fee in hopes the artwork would bring the two countries closer … Read more
A cardinal convicted of fraud and embezzlement by the Vatican and designated as a “non-elector” is demanding he be allowed to participate in the process to elect the next pontiff, as thousands of mourning faithful line up to pay their last respects to Pope Francis in Rome. Cardinal Giovanni Angelo Becciu, 76, was investigated for … Read more
WASHINGTON — London discussions between the US, United Kingdom, Ukraine, France and Germany ended Wednesday without agreement on the terms of a potential peace deal — but with promises to keep talking, as Ukraine President Volodymyr Zelensky again insisted ceding Crimea to Russia was a non-starter. “We reaffirmed Ukraine’s commitment to peace efforts led by US … Read more
No, it’s not a fever dream. A deadly disease that toppled ancient civilizations is becoming increasingly resistant to antibiotics, posing a significant threat in certain parts of the world. “Despite advances in vaccination and treatment strategies, typhoid fever continues to affect millions annually, leading to substantial morbidity and mortality, and there continue to be large-scale … Read more
Family and friends of Shiri Bibas, who was kidnapped on Oct. 7, 2023 and murdered in Hamas captivity, marked what would have been her 34th birthday on Wednesday with an emotional tribute on an Instagram page dedicated to her memory. “Our Shiri was supposed to celebrate her 34th birthday today. Shiri, we see you every time we close … Read more
WASHINGTON — With US officials in London Wednesday for what could be a last round of negotiations to try and end Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, the pressure is on for Moscow and Kyiv to agree to the Trump administration’s “final offer” peace plan. While Kyiv has been consistently open to President Trump’s call for a … Read more
Shocked pub goers rushed for cover when a swarm of around 3,000 bees descended on their favorite watering hole. The insects landed at the Brothers Arms pub, in Heeley, Sheffield, at 1:30 pm Tuesday swarming over its walls and a patio area. Video footage shows hundreds of bees then gathering on a white van which … Read more
Vice President JD Vance threatened to abandon Russia and Ukraine peace negotiations on Wednesday ahead of a high-stakes meeting in London where the two warring nations are to discuss President Trump’s “final offer.” “We’ve issued a very explicit proposal to both the Russians and Ukrainians, and it’s time for them to either say yes or … Read more