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Pope Urges Global and Domestic Peace at 2026 New Year Service

At St. Peter’s Basilica, Pope Leo XIV emphasizes reconciliation for war-torn nations and families affected by violence

In his inaugural address of 2026, Pope Leo XIV called for peace both internationally and within homes impacted by conflict and violence. Speaking duri...

Drone Attack in Occupied Kherson Claims 24 Lives Amid Heightened Ukraine-Russia Tensions

Renewed Strikes Coincide with Ongoing Diplomatic Efforts Despite Conflict Escalations

A Ukrainian drone assault on New Year's Eve resulted in 24 fatalities and at least 50 injuries in Kherson's Russian-occupied village, intensifying ten...

Drone Assault in Russian-Controlled Ukrainian Territory Claims 24 Lives Amid Peace Negotiation Challenges

Collision of escalating conflict and tentative diplomatic efforts in Ukraine's Kherson region marked by deadly drone strikes

A drone strike attributed to Ukrainian forces targeted a celebration in the Russian-held Ukrainian village of Khorly, resulting in 24 deaths and over ...

Buffalo Bills Prepare to Close Chapter on Iconic Stadium as New Venue Awaits

Highmark Stadium's final days invoke reflection among players, staff, and fans ahead of the franchise’s next era

As the Buffalo Bills approach their final regular-season game at Highmark Stadium, affectionately known as 'The Ralph,' longtime insiders and fans ref...

Deadly Fire at Swiss Alpine Resort’s New Year Celebration Claims Nearly 40 Lives

Tragic Blaze at Crans-Montana’s Popular Bar Leaves Over 100 Injured, Many Seriously

A catastrophic fire erupted in a crowded bar at the Crans-Montana resort in Switzerland shortly after midnight on New Year’s Eve, resulting in appro...

Tragic Fire at Swiss Alpine Bar Claims Dozens, Hundreds Injured in New Year Celebration

Blaze at Le Constellation in Crans-Montana transforms festive event into devastating incident

A severe fire broke out at the Le Constellation bar in the Swiss Alpine resort of Crans-Montana shortly after midnight on New Year's Day, causing nume...

Casualties Reported Amid Expanding Economic Protests in Iran

Rural unrest intensifies with several fatalities and heightened security response

Demonstrations driven by worsening economic conditions have extended into Iran's rural provinces, resulting in at least six deaths among protesters an...

Zohran Mamdani Sworn In as New York City's First Muslim Mayor Amid Historic Subway Setting

At just 34, Mamdani becomes the youngest and most diverse leader of NYC, pledging transformative affordability measures

Zohran Mamdani officially assumed office as the mayor of New York City early Thursday in a private ceremony held in the decommissioned City Hall subwa...

Zohran Mamdani Takes Office as NYC Mayor in Unique Historic Ceremony

First Muslim and South Asian Mayor Sworn In at Decommissioned City Hall Subway Station

Zohran Mamdani was officially sworn in as the mayor of New York City in a distinctive ceremony at the old City Hall subway station, marking several hi...

Michigan College Highlights '6-7' as Most Overused Phrase in Annual Banished Words Survey

The 50th Banished Words List features trending slang and phrases deemed overused or confusing by a diverse respondent group

Lake Superior State University released its annual Banished Words List, crowning '6-7' as the top overused and misunderstood phrase of the year. Origi...

Ohio State Falls to Miami in Cotton Bowl Quarterfinal After Long Bye Challenge

Miami Edges Out Ohio State, Preventing Back-to-Back National Titles Amid Extended Layoff

Ohio State's bid for consecutive national championships ended with a 24-14 loss to Miami in the College Football Playoff quarterfinals at the Cotton B...

French Authorities Justify Citizenship for George and Amal Clooney Citing Cultural Contributions

French government asserts Clooneys enhance France's global cultural and economic stature amid scrutiny

The French government has authorized citizenship for actor George Clooney, his wife Amal Clooney, and their twins, emphasizing their contributions to ...