Removal of flags for fallen Danish soldiers at U.S. Embassy sparks backlash
There was no malicious intent in removing the flags, said a State Department spokesperson, who added that the flags had been replaced.
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Toddler has two billiards world records — and a mean trick shot
Jude Owens has already scored two Guinness World Records for his snooker skills. He’s 3 years old, half the size of a cue, and needs a stool to reach the table.
Continue ReadingWhat to know about the deadly Nipah virus, amid outbreak in India
Some airports in Asia are on alert after confirmed cases in West Bengal of the Nipah virus, which has no cure. South Asia sees outbreaks nearly every year.
Continue ReadingWhat to know about the deadly Nipah virus, amid outbreak in India
Some airports in Asia are on alert after confirmed cases in West Bengal of the Nipah virus, which has no cure. South Asia sees outbreaks nearly every year.
Continue ReadingFacing U.S. turmoil, Europe and India announce blockbuster trade deal
The accord, among two of the world’s largest economies, would create a free trade zone of 2 billion people, as President Donald Trump upends U.S. alliances and global trade.
Continue ReadingFacing U.S. turmoil, Europe and India announce blockbuster trade deal
The accord, among two of the world’s largest economies, would create a free trade zone of 2 billion people, as President Donald Trump upends U.S. alliances and global trade.
Continue ReadingAs Trump shuffles global order, U.K. prime minister heads to Beijing
Keir Starmer’s visit is part of a flurry of diplomacy between Europe and China, but risks angering President Donald Trump.
Continue ReadingMan, 29, races against time to preserve voices of Holocaust survivors
“There’s not that many survivors left that I can be picky,” said Jiri Kluc who devotes his free time to interviewing Holocaust survivors around the world.
Continue ReadingPoland built the E.U.’s biggest army, but the threat has changed
As European nations race to build their militaries, Poland has already bolstered its capabilities — but it prepared for conventional war, not hybrid threats like drones.
Continue ReadingTrump threatens to raise tariffs on South Korea to 25%
President Trump said he would raise import levies for American buyers of South Korean cars, lumber, pharmaceuticals and other items, despite a deal reached in July.
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