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Pope Leo XIV Cleared of Further Treatment After Successful Lung Cancer Surgery; South America Tour Confirmed

VATICAN CITY — Pope Leo XIV, who recently underwent surgery for early-stage lung cancer, has received a clean bill of health with medical teams confirming that no further treatment is necessary.
ICC Awarded Europe’s Top Human Rights Prize Amid High-Stakes US Sanctions

STRASBOURG — In a resounding geopolitical statement amid escalating tensions with Washington, the International Criminal Court (ICC) has been awarded the prestigious Sakharov Prize for Freedom o

Democrats Lead GOP by 10 Points Ahead of Midterms as Trump’s Approval Hits Record Low

WASHINGTON — With the pivotal November 3 midterm elections just days away, the Democratic Party has surged to a commanding 10-percentage-point lead over the Republicans, according to a comprehen

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U.S. Approves $4.2 Billion Arms Sale to South Korea, Including 42 Multi-Mission Helicopters and Apache Upgrades: WASHINGTON — The Trump administration has approved a massive military sale to South Korea, encompassing multi-mission mariti ...; Ana Fernanda Reporter 2026.05.19

IRANIAN STATE MEDIA DEMONSTRATES ASSAULT RIFLES ON-AIR, TARGETING UAE FLAG AMID RISING REGIONAL PRESSURES: TEHRAN — In an unprecedented and highly provocative escalation of state-media rhetoric, an Iranian state broadcaster has dem ...; Global Economic Times Reporter 2026.05.18

South Korea-U.S. Economic Alliance Strengthened via 'X' Diplomacy: President Lee and Secretary Bessent Affirm Strategic Partnership: SEOUL — In a modern display of "digital diplomacy," South Korean President Lee Jae-myung and U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott B ...; KO YONG-CHUL Reporter 2026.05.15

Putin Expected in Beijing Following Trump’s Departure: Sino-Russian Summit Imminent This Month: BEIJING — The geopolitical landscape of Northeast Asia is bracing for another seismic shift as Russian President Vladimir Pu ...; Ana Fernanda Reporter 2026.05.15

Alleged Marital Rift Between Macrons Tied to Iranian Actress: New Claims Emerge: PARIS — A year after a high-profile physical altercation between French President Emmanuel Macron and First Lady Brigitte Ma ...; Graciela Maria Reporter 2026.05.14

U.S. to Fast-Track Acquisition of 10,000 Low-Cost Cruise Missiles to Replenish War-Depleted Stocks: WASHINGTON — The United States Department of War is moving aggressively to secure amassive arsenal of 10,000 low-cost cruise ...; Ana Fernanda Reporter 2026.05.14

Amazon Triggers '30-Minute Delivery Era' with Nationwide Expansion of Ultra-Fast Logistics: SEATTLE — Amazon, the global e-commerce titan, has officially declared a new frontier in the "delivery wars" by launching it ...; Graciela Maria Reporter 2026.05.13

Trump Departs for Beijing: Trade Dominates Agenda as President Sidelines Iran in Talks with Xi: WASHINGTON D.C. — President Donald Trump departed for Beijing on Tuesday, embarking on a high-stakes state visit aimed at re ...; Eugenio Rodolfo Sanabria Reporter 2026.05.13

Wall Street Retreats as Sticky Inflation and Middle East Tensions Blunt AI Momentum; Samsung Labor Dispute Rattles Seoul: NEW YORK / SEOUL — The relentless "AI rally" that has propelled global markets to record highs hit a significant roadblock o ...; Ana Fernanda Reporter 2026.05.13

NATO Invites IP4 Nations, Including South Korea and Japan, to Join "Starlift" Space Initiative: In a significant move to bolster global space security, the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) has formally invited its fou ...; Hee Chan Kim Reporter 2026.05.11

Taiwanese President Lai Ching-te Honors Japanese Engineer from Colonial Era: "We Are Family": TAINAN – In a move highlighting the deep-seated historical and emotional ties between Taiwan and Japan, Taiwanese President ...; Graciela Maria Reporter 2026.05.11

Hantavirus Outbreak Hits Cruise Ship MV Hondius; Passengers Begin Disembarkation in Tenerife Amid Global Health Alert: TENERIFE, CANARY ISLANDS – In a developing international health crisis, passengers aboard the Dutch-registered cruise ship M ...; Ana Fernanda Reporter 2026.05.11

U.S. Signals Potential for Interim Deal with Iran: Peace First, Denuclearization Later?: WASHINGTON D.C. – In a potentially ground-breaking shift in Middle East policy, the United States government has indicated i ...; Eugenio Rodolfo Sanabria Reporter 2026.05.11

"47 Years of Deception Over": Trump Blasts Iran’s ‘Delay Tactics,’ Rips Obama and Biden as ‘Catastrophic’: WASHINGTON – President Donald Trump has issued a scathing rebuke of Iran’s chronic diplomatic foot-dragging, character ...; Hwang Sujin Reporter 2026.05.11

Iran Targets ‘Digital Arteries’: Tehran Moves to Tax Subsea Internet Cables in Strait of Hormuz: TEHRAN — Following its controversial push to levy transit fees on commercial vessels, Iran is now expanding its maritime "to ...; Ana Fernanda Reporter 2026.05.11

Tensions Flare in Strait of Hormuz: U.S.-Iran Clashes Threaten Fragile Truce: MUSCAT/WASHINGTON — The fragile hopes for a diplomatic breakthrough between the United States and Iran faced a severe setbac ...; Eugenio Rodolfo Sanabria Reporter 2026.05.08

UAE Sovereign Wealth Giants Descend on Seoul to Forge Strategic AI Alliance: Amassive delegation from the United Arab Emirates (UAE), comprising itsmost influential sovereign wealth funds and state-backed ar ...; Ana Fernanda Reporter 2026.05.08

U.S. Trade Court Strikes Down Trump’s ‘Global 10% Tariff,’ Citing Executive Overreach: WASHINGTON — In a significant legal blow to the administration’s protectionist agenda, the U.S. Court of International ...; Pedro Espinola Special Correspondent 2026.05.08

Desecration of Sacred Icons: Israeli Soldier Sparks Outrage After Mocking Virgin Mary Statue in Lebanon: DEBEL, Lebanon — A fresh wave of international condemnation has hit the Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) after a photograph surf ...; Graciela Maria Reporter 2026.05.07

"The Beast" Lands in Beijing: Massive Security Detail Precedes Trump’s High-Stakes Visit: BEIJING – The unmistakable silhouette of the American presidency has appeared on the streets of Beijing. With less than a we ...; Ana Fernanda Reporter 2026.05.07