UN: 140 Women Killed Daily in 2023 by Partners or Relatives “`
A new report from two U.N. agencies reveals that homes are the most dangerous places for women, with an average […]
Leftist Yamandú Orsi Wins Uruguayan Presidency as Incumbent Concedes
Following a closely contested runoff election, Uruguay’s ruling conservative coalition conceded defeat. This outcome reflects a global trend of voters […]
24 Dead After Two Boats Sink off Madagascar
Somalia’s government reported on Sunday that 24 people perished after two boats capsized off the coast of Madagascar in the […]
Earth’s Temporary Mini-Moon Departing
CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. (AP) — A small asteroid, which has been orbiting Earth for the past two months, is departing. […]
Erdoğan Seeks to Extend His Rule in Turkey “`
Recep Tayyip Erdoğan, Turkey’s leader for over two decades, has navigated numerous crises that would have toppled lesser leaders: economic […]
US Hit by Sweeping Storms, Thanksgiving Storm Expected “`
A storm system brought heavy snow and record rainfall to California, triggering minor landslides and street flooding. Simultaneously, blizzard or […]
Developing Nations Reject Draft Climate Funding Deal, Jeopardizing COP29 “`
BAKU, Azerbaijan — Negotiations between developed and developing nations at the UN climate talks entered overtime on Saturday, with intense […]
Business Leaders Approve of Trump’s Treasury Secretary Nominee “`
Business leaders and markets have reacted positively to President-elect Donald Trump’s choice of hedge fund manager Scott Bessent as Treasury […]
Philippine VP Duterte Issues Death Threat Against President Marcos and Others “`
MANILA — On Saturday, Philippine Vice President Sara Duterte publicly declared that she had hired someone to assassinate President Marcos, […]
Hope, Not Optimism, Is the Answer to Current Cynicism “`
In a letter to his wife, Olga, Václav Havel, playwright and political dissident, wrote, “Hope is a dimension of the […]
Danielle Deadwyler Anchors The Piano Lesson “`
The power of cherished objects imbued with human history is central to The Piano Lesson. A family heirloom piano unites […]
Gladiator II: A Son’s Legacy and Revenge “`
Warning: This post contains spoilers from Gladiator II. While the first film may not feature a show-stopping performance from as […]
First U.S. Child Contracts Avian Flu
U.S. health authorities confirmed a case of avian influenza in a California child on Friday—the first such instance reported in […]
Gladiator II: The Reign and Murder of Roman Emperors Geta and Caracalla “`
Warning: This post contains spoilers for Gladiator II. Ridley Scott’s Gladiator II, released November 22nd, unfolds dramatically both in the […]
Denzel Washington’s Gladiator II Role: A Look at Macrinus
Ridley Scott’s Gladiator II, arriving in theaters November 22nd, features Denzel Washington as Macrinus, a prominent Black businessman who commands […]
Gaetz Announces He Will Not Return to Congress
WASHINGTON — Former Representative Matt Gaetz announced Friday that he will not be returning to Congress after withdrawing his name […]
Gladiator II: Fact vs. Fiction in the Roman Colosseum “`
Gladiator contests frequently come to mind when we consider ancient Rome. However, knowledge of these Colosseum battles is limited, making […]
Trump’s Hush Money Sentencing Postponed as Judge Seeks Further Guidance
NEW YORK — A judge on Friday postponed the sentencing in Donald Trump’s hush-money case, scheduling a hearing for prosecutors […]
Denzel Washington Steals the Show in Gladiator II “`
Gladiator II offers many pleasures, including Paul Mescal’s energetic portrayal of Lucius, a gladiator determined to conquer Rome. A steadfast […]
Democrats Need a New Approach to Winning Over Immigrant Voters “`
The recent U.S. election revealed a growing disconnect between the Democratic party and immigrant and minority voters. The notion that […]