Second trial begins for suspected German far-right coup plot
by The second of three trials for an alleged far-right plot to stage a coup against the German government began on May 21, 2024, this time …
Congo’s army releases name of third American involved in foiled coup plot
An attempted coup in Kinshasa involving three Americans ended in failure and fatalities. The attackers targeted the presidential palace and the residence of a political …
Syrian first lady Asma al-Assad diagnosed with leukemia, president’s office says
Asma al-Assad will “adhere to a specialized treatment protocol that includes stringent infection prevention measures” after being diagnosed with acute myeloid leukemia.Asma al-Assad will “adhere …
6 confirmed dead after vehicle slides off ferry, plunges into Nile River, authorities say
Six Egyptian women have died after a vehicle carrying about two dozen people reportedly slid off a ferry and plunged into the Nile River just …
France’s Macron to make unexpected visit to violence-hit New Caledonia
French President Emmanuel Macron is making a surprise visit to New Caledonia to address ongoing unrest in the territory. The visit was announced by Prisca …
Greek judge drops charges against 9 Egyptians accused of causing shipwreck that killed hundreds
Nine Egyptian men have been acquitted by a Greek judge of charges related to a shipwreck that killed more than 500 migrants. The judge dismissed …
Iran-backed Houthi rebels in Yemen claim they shot down another US drone as attacks intensify
The Iran-backed Houthi rebels in Yemen claim they have shot down an American drone over the impoverished Arab country. This would be the second MQ-9 …
UN Security Council fails to pass Russia-backed resolution prohibiting nuclear weapons in space
The U.S. has accused Russia of launching a satellite aimed at weaponizing space in a move criticized by the UN Security Council, which failed to …
Heroic canines honored as 5 firefighter dogs retire, begin new lives with loving families
Five rescue dogs from Ecuador’s Fire Department were formally retired after seven years of service and honored at a ceremony on Monday, authorities say.Five rescue …
Australia and New Zealand begin evacuating citizens amid violent unrest in New Caledonia
Australia and New Zealand initiated evacuation efforts for their citizens stranded in New Caledonia due to ongoing violence sparked by controversial electoral reforms.Australia and New …