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Israel’s first ambassador to Somaliland presents credentials in Hargeisa
Israel’s first ambassador to Somaliland presented credentials in Hargeisa, with officials laying the cornerstone for an Israeli embassy in the breakaway territory.
Russian strikes cut power to thousands in Ukraine as Kherson ceasefire to end
A humanitarian ceasefire in Ukraine’s Kherson region allowing civilian evacuations from Russian-occupied Oleshky is set to end Sunday night, while Russian strikes cut power to hundreds of thousands elsewhere.
These tiny snakes roll four times faster than they slither
Dwarf reedsnakes in Southeast Asia can roll across the ground at speeds four times faster than they slither, using a specialized technique that keeps their heads stable while their bodies rotate.
Astronomers uncover a mysterious magnetic web above the Sun
Astronomers using a high-altitude balloon observatory have discovered intricate magnetic structures above quiet regions of the Sun, revealing new details about how energy travels through the solar atmosphere.
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Pakistani rescuers recover 3 bodies of 10 climbers missing on Broad Peak after avalanche
Rescuers in Pakistan recovered three bodies of climbers missing after an avalanche on Broad Peak, with four bodies located but one still unidentified as of Friday.
Drone with explosives found at German airport, official sees ‘new quality’ of threat
German authorities discovered a drone carrying explosives at Leipzig/Halle Airport and defused it, with security officials characterizing the incident as representing a new threat level.
Taxpayers could pay millions to abuse survivors if Christian Brothers goes bankrupt, court documents reveal
Australian taxpayers could face $65 million in compensation payouts to abuse survivors if the Christian Brothers religious order declares bankruptcy, court documents reveal.
Man gets 6-month sentence for ramming car into Jewish group’s NY world headquarters
A New Jersey man was sentenced to six months in prison for ramming his car into the Chabad Lubavitch world headquarters in Brooklyn, with a judge citing his psychological struggles rather than granting prosecutors’ request for additional time.
Historic divinity school is offering the first doctoral degree in ‘AI and Moral Agency’
Shaw University’s divinity school will launch the first doctoral degree in AI and Moral Agency next year, aiming to build AI literacy for vulnerable communities with emphasis on social justice and ethics.
As progressives seek to take on inequality, some cite religion as a motivating factor
Progressive Democratic candidates are citing their religious faith as motivation for economic justice positions, with some faith leaders organizing to support candidates like Michigan U.S. Senate hopeful Abdul El-Sayed.
Abandoned by the US: Palestinian Americans trapped in a surge of Israeli settler violence
Palestinian Americans in a West Bank village face increasing violence from Israeli settlers, with limited US intervention despite many residents holding American citizenship and some expressing frustration with the current administration’s approach.
Empty pews and fear of ICE on Maryland’s Eastern Shore after TPS ends for Haitians
The end of Temporary Protected Status for Haitians has created fear and disruption in Maryland’s Eastern Shore, with church attendance dropping sharply and community members avoiding public spaces amid deportation concerns.
Andy Burnham considers radical shake-up to cut energy bills
Andy Burnham is considering energy reforms that could reduce household bills by £130 annually and make heat pumps cheaper than gas boilers, with proposals expected soon after taking office.
Trump Account signups reach 7 million — Bessent says it’s ‘the most successful launch in government history’
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent announced that the Trump Accounts program has reached 7 million child signups, calling it the most successful government launch in history.
Does the 4% retirement rule still work? New research points to another strategy to maximize income
New research suggests that partial annuitization—converting half of retirement savings into annuities—may provide better income security than the traditional 4% withdrawal rule, balancing guaranteed income with portfolio flexibility.
UK petrol price hits Iran war high, adding to pressure on households
UK petrol prices reached a new high this week at 160p per litre, driven by escalating Middle East tensions, adding financial strain on holiday-bound households during peak travel season.