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After cancer surgery, Pope Leo embarks on Latin America trip
Pope Leo XIV is kicking off a three-nation tour of Latin America with a visit to Uruguay, three weeks after undergoing lung cancer surgery that had put the entire trip into question.
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Protesters break into Microsoft AI data centre site in Amsterdam
More than 100 activists broke into a Microsoft data centre construction site in Amsterdam.
Jim Cramer warns investors may be reading too much into Wall Street's post-election rally
Cramer warned that Wall Street may be getting ahead of itself following the midterm elections.
Pete Hegseth strikes defiant tone in face of impeachment threat
Many lawmakers, including some Republicans, have criticized the defense secretary over his handling of the Iran war.
Giant pandas make their public debut at Zoo Atlanta
Giant pandas Ping Ping and Fu Shuang made their public debut at Zoo Atlanta's new Arthur M. Blank Panda Grove on Friday after arriving at the zoo from China in September.
Mother, daughter dead in suspected grizzly bear attack in Canada
Family members identified the victims as Jennifer Balcarras and her 20-year-old daughter, Selah Reed.
Thailand's King and Queen take part in the Royal Barge Procession
Watch live as Thailand's King Maha Vajiralongkorn takes part in the royal barge procession along Bangkok's Chao Phraya River. The ceremony showcases Thailand's royal traditions, with 52 elaborately decorated barges rowed by more than 2,000 oarsmen from the Royal Thai Navy.
Farmer kidnappings expose cartel grip on rural Mexico
Eight villagers were kidnapped from a mountain community in southern Mexico. Seven returned, recounting weeks of abuse, thirst and threats, while one farmer remains missing. Survivors said their captors wanted control of the village’s forests and surrounding territory.
Uruguay is getting ready to welcome Pope Leo XIV
Uruguay, one of Latin America's most secular countries is getting ready to welcome Pope Leo XIV. Some Uruguayans hope it will revive interest in the Catholic Church. Others see it as a perfect opportunity to put their country in the spotlight.
'How do you want to die?': People who were kidnapped by Mexican cartels share their story
Eight villagers were kidnapped from a mountain community in southern Mexico. Seven returned, recounting weeks of abuse, thirst and threats, while one farmer remains missing. Survivors said their captors wanted control of the village’s forests and surrounding territory.
Japan's Kohzo Tashima says he will run against Infantino for FIFA presidency
Speaking after a Japan Football Association board meeting on Thursday, Kohzo Tashima said his candidacy was driven by a desire to promote the values of integrity, soundness and high moral standards that he believes Japanese football has built over many years.
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Who Could Be Trump's Iran War Fall Guy
Pete Hegseth has defiantly claimed bipartisan impeachment articles "won't work" as his political future remains precarious.
New wave of bomb threats hit European airlines
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Meghan Markle's father arrested in Florida
Authorities arrested Thomas Markle, Meghan Markle's dad, in Florida on Friday, according to a law enforcement source.
Federal judge temporarily blocks construction of Trump's Arlington triumphal arch hours after approval
The National Capital Planning Commission had approved construction for President Trump's proposed triumphal arch in Washington, D.C., hours before the restraining order was issued.
Russell Brand found guilty of rape and sexual assault
Six women alleged that the British comedian had sexually assaulted them at his home, in hotels and public bathrooms. Brand has denied all claims.
Tesla winding down Cybertruck production
Elon Musk announced Friday that Tesla will wind down production of its Cybertruck next year after years of poor sales for the electric truck. In a post on the social platform X, the Tesla CEO said Cybertruck production will wind down at Gigafactory Texas in mid-2027 "to make room for increased Cyber
Kenyan doomsday cult leader sentenced to 200 years in prison after murders of 190 children
Pastor Paul Mackenzie was sentenced for the murders of 191 people in total at the High Court in Kenya’s coastal city of Mombasa
Elon Musk's millions failed to deliver Republican wins in fierce midterms
Musk spent nearly $500m in the 2026 US midterm elections, an individual election spending record.
Gov. Gavin Newsom Commutes All 548 California Death Sentences
California Gov. Gavin Newsom has commuted the death sentences of all 548 inmates on the state’s death row. Those prisoners will now receive a sentence of life in prison without the possibility of parole.
Democrats win big after Trump alienates voters
Donald Trump's rhetoric and policy failures contributed to significant losses for Republicans in congressional elections, even as Democrats secured victories across several key states.
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