Christians in Israel, comprising less than 2% of the population, face rising harassment and violence amid regional conflicts, prompting protective measures and government intervention efforts.

Two Venezuelan teenagers who lost their mother and brother in deadly earthquakes on June 24 were caught in another major earthquake this week after relocating to Colombia with their father.

An American missionary kidnapped in Niger in October has been released after nine months in captivity, his organization announced Friday, saying he is in good health.

Police in Brazil recovered eight stolen illustrations by Henri Matisse valued at approximately $200,000 from a home in São Bernardo do Campo, arresting a 44-year-old suspect.

The Trump administration is expanding the 287(g) program, which allows local law enforcement to enforce federal immigration law. In Walton County, Florida, the sheriff’s office has partnered with ICE, raising concerns about racial profiling and community trust.

Incheon airport in South Korea has become the world’s busiest airport for international passengers, handling 38.39 million travelers in the first half of 2026, partly due to Middle East disruptions.

The transport safety watchdog is investigating a third runway incursion at Sydney airport in less than three weeks, renewing concerns about air traffic controller shortages at Australia’s busiest airport.

An Italian businessman admitted to organizing a bomb attack on investigative journalist Sigfrido Ranucci’s home, claiming he orchestrated it to enhance the journalist’s security detail.

An independent appeals board ruled that four Canadian hockey players acquitted of sexual assault should remain suspended from international competition for breaking Hockey Canada’s code of conduct.