Pope Leo XIV begins historic visit to France
Pope Leo XIV has launched a four-day apostolic journey to France, marking the first formal papal visit to the nation since September 2008.
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Claude Monet Painting Iris Set for Record French Auction
A long-hidden 1924-25 painting by Claude Monet titled Iris is heading to auction in Paris, where Sotheby's estimates it will sell for up to $34…
Aztec Codex Returns to Mexico After Nearly Two Centuries
The Azcatitlan Codex has returned to Mexico from France for a three-month exhibition at the National Museum of Anthropology.
Italy Proposes Foreign Student Caps in Schools
Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni announced legislative plans to cap foreign student enrollment and ban face coverings in schools.
Three Die From Airport Malaria in Germany
A rare outbreak of airport malaria has resulted in three deaths in Germany, linked to infected mosquitoes transported on aircraft to Frankfurt Airport.
Israel and Morocco Upgrade Diplomatic Ties
Israel and Morocco have agreed to elevate their diplomatic missions to full embassies and exchange ambassadors, strengthening the Abraham Accords.
Stolen 300-pound sculpture returns to France
A 300-pound sculpture stolen in 1993 has been recovered in the U.S. and returned to the Musée de Picardie in Amiens, France.
Buckingham Palace Renovations Reveal Hidden Artifacts
Workers performing Buckingham Palace renovations have uncovered historical artifacts, including royal documents and vintage newspapers, hidden beneath the building's floorboards.
Djibouti Joins the Artemis Accords for Space Exploration
Djibouti has become the 72nd nation to sign the Artemis Accords, committing to peaceful and transparent international space exploration principles.
September 11: Remembering the Tragedy 25 Years Later
Twenty-five years have passed since the September 11 attacks. Today, we remember the innocent lives lost and renew our condemnation of terrorism in all forms.
Nation Marks 25th Anniversary of 9/11
The U.S. marks the 25th anniversary of 9/11 with ceremonies in New York, the Pentagon, and Pennsylvania to honor the nearly 3,000 lives lost.
Israel Captures Hamas Commander Mu’in al-Arabid
Israeli forces have captured Hamas security chief Mu'in al-Arabid during a targeted raid in Gaza, as the IDF continues its demilitarization efforts.
