Pope Leo urges ‘courage’ to end Ukraine war in first Christmas address | BBC News
Pope Leo has urged Ukraine and Russia to find the “courage” to hold direct talks to end the war during his first Christmas remarks to crowds in St Peter’s square. He called for an end to conflicts around the world during his Urbi et Orbi address, which is traditionally deliveredContinue Reading
Turkey detains 115 suspects over Islamic State New Year’s Eve attack plot
Istanbul police raided 124 locations on Thursday, seizing weapons and documents as authorities warn of planned attacks during the festive period.Continue Reading
Pope Leo XIV revives tradition with multilingual Christmas message
Pope Leo XIV revived a tradition by offering greetings in multiple languages during his first Christmas Day message.Continue Reading
LIVE: Pope Leo XIV presides over Christmas Day Mass
Watch live as Pope Leo XIV presides over a Christmas Day Mass at the Vatican. #popeleoxiv #christmas #vatican #liveContinue Reading
Lebanese artist turns shrapnel into sculptures
Lebanese artist Charles Joseph Nassar is transforming the remains of war into artwork. His work is on display at the Shazaya Museum, which showcases a unique collection of “over 30 or 40 years of work, pieces made from the shrapnel of wars,” Nassar said. #art #artist #lebanon #museum #artwork ReadContinue Reading
Rescue helicopter crashes, killing five on Tanzania’s Mount Kilimanjaro
Two foreigners seeking medical evacuation are among those killed in the crash on Africa’s highest mountain., Two foreigners seeking medical evacuation are among those killed in the crash on Africa’s highest mountain. Five people have been killed in a helicopter crash on Africa’s highest mountain, Mount Kilimanjaro, in Tanzania, authoritiesContinue Reading
The Ashes: Cricket’s Longest Argument
The Ashes isn’t just cricket. It’s history, identity and a bit of banter. We look at cricket’s longest argument, Game Theory The Ashes isn’t just cricket. It’s history, identity and a bit of banter. From colonial roots to sledging, Samantha Johnson takes a look at why this rivalry has alwaysContinue Reading
Health care will get more expensive for some in 2026 – and cheaper for others
People covered by Obamacare and Medicaid may see health care costs rise, but for people on Medicare, Biden-era negotiated drug prices are set to go into effect., Read More NBC NewsContinue Reading
Medicaid Health Plans Step Up Outreach Efforts Ahead of GOP Changes
Even as President Traitor 47 and GOP lawmakers say the One Big Beautiful Bill Act targets waste, fraud, and abuse, Medicaid health plans are hosting events across the U.S. to prevent low-income families from losing health insurance and food benefits next year…Read MoreContinue Reading
A New Jersey Buyout Program for Flood-Prone Homes Is a National Model
In a state beset by sea level rise and flooding, the Blue Acres program has bought out and demolished 1,200 properties that were repeatedly inundated, turning the properties into buffer zones and open spaces. By Emilie Lounsberry MANVILLE, N.J.—Richard Onderko said he will never forget the terrifying Saturday morning backContinue Reading
A Tribute to Blacklisted Lyricist Yip Harburg: The Man Who Put the Rainbow in The Wizard of Oz
His name might not be familiar to many, but his songs are sung by millions around the world. Today, we take a journey through the life and work of Yip Harburg, the Broadway lyricist who wrote such hits as “Brother, Can You Spare a Dime?” and who put the musicContinue Reading
Weapons made in Germany? Why the Bundeswehr does not only buy arms at home
German Defence Minister Boris Pistorius is investing billions in European and international systems, from Czech pistols to US fighter jets. Why are those weapons not being purchased from German manufacturers?, Read MoreContinue Reading
Pope Leo laments suffering of Gaza Palestinians in first Christmas sermon
Global wars are ‘leaving behind rubble and open wounds’, pontiff says., Pope Leo has decried conditions for Palestinians in Gaza in his first Christmas sermon as pontiff, in an unusually direct appeal during what is normally a solemn, spiritual service on the day Christians across the globe celebrate the birthContinue Reading