Holocaust memorial covered during London anti-Israel march: 'Sad but necessary'

A Holocaust memorial statue was covered on Saturday ahead of a pro-Palestinian march in central London’s Hyde Park, authorities confirmed over the weekend.

Protesters in Germany call for Islamic fundamentalism: 'Caliphate is the solution'

1,100 protesters took part in an Islamist rally in Hamburg, Germany, over the weekend. Many demonstrators appeared militant, with one sign reading "Caliphate is the solution."

Kirby: US remains hopeful for '6 weeks of peace' with hostage deal that 'Hamas has not fully rejected'

White House national security spokesperson John Kirby said Hamas is considering a proposal to release hostages that Israel says would delay a Rafah invasion.

Fetterman blasts ‘germ of antisemitism’ in college protests, ‘living in a pup tent for Hamas’ not helpful

Sen. John Fetterman slammed the "germ of antisemitism" in Columbia and other university protests, adding that Israel has a right to "eliminate Hamas."

Israel compared to Nazis and ISIS in Dearborn sermon: ‘You need to reeducate the Jews’

The leader of a Dearborn, Michigan, mosque compared Israel to Nazi Germany and the Islamic State while calling on followers to “reeducate" Jews during a sermon last week.

Journalist suggests it's anti-American to 'not support' young people engaging in college protests

Journalist Kara Swisher suggested on Saturday that it was anti-American to not support younger people engaging in protests.

GWU students stand up to anti-Israel protesters, warn faculty are 'indoctrinating' kids with 'lies and hate'

George Washington University students Richard Li and Sabrina Soffer weigh in on the unprecedented rise in antisemitism that is plaguing college campuses.

Comedian Russell Brand announces he is getting baptized: ‘I’m taking the plunge’

Comedian Russell Brand recently announced on social media that he would be receiving the Christian sacrament of baptism on April 28, calling it "very exciting."

Hamas' sexual violence on Oct. 7 revealed in new documentary: 'The world needs to see what happened'

Sheryl Sandberg's new documentary, "Silence Before Screams," brings to light the "systematic" sexual violence committed by Hamas against Israeli women on Oct. 7.

Russia kidnapped me and thousands more. We need US to help Ukraine free other stolen children

My little brother and I were kidnapped by Russia along with 19,000 other children when Putin invaded Ukraine. We need American help to save our nation and free the others.

Christians need to rely on grace offered by Jesus' resurrection, says South Carolina priest

Fr. Jeffrey Kirby of South Carolina reflected on John 15:5, "I am the vine, you are the branches. Whoever remains in me and I in him will bear much fruit, because without me you can do nothing."

‘The Crown' star transforms from King Charles into scandalous new role for 'Challengers'

"The Crown" star Josh O'Connor admitted to feeling surprised he was cast for one of the sexy roles in the new film "Challengers," also starring Zendaya.

Dems disagree on whether party has antisemitism problem

Democrats are divided on whether the party has an issue with antisemitism, as many vulnerable elected officials face tough re-election match ups in November.

Climate activist who defaced sculpture at National Gallery of Art charged

A climate activist who smeared paint on the protective case of Edgar Degas' "Little Dancer Aged Fourteen" sculpture at Washington, D.C.’s National Gallery of Art was charged.

British tourist has hand, thigh severed after being mauled by bull shark in Caribbean: 'Lucky to be alive'

A 64-year-old British tourist is in a "stable" condition after he was mauled by a bull shark in the Caribbean Island of Tobago.

British tourist has hand, thigh severed after being mauled by bull shark in Caribbean: 'Lucky to be alive'

A 64-year-old British tourist is in a "stable" condition after he was mauled by a bull shark in the Caribbean Island of Tobago.

More than 50-year-old New York City cold case victim identified after DNA matched with 9/11 victim

A 16-year-old girl believed to have been killed in 1969, has finally been identified 21 years after her remains were found after her DNA was matched to a relative who died on 9/11.

Putin likely didn’t intend for Navalny to die in February, US intelligence agencies assess: report

U.S. intelligence agencies have assessed that Russian President Vladimir Putin likely did not order Alexei Navalny's death when he collapsed and died in February, according to a report.

Anti-Israel agitators flood DC streets, take aim at White House Correspondents' Dinner: 'Shame on you!'

Anti-Israel activists marched through the streets of Washington, D.C., to take aim at the White House Correspondents' Dinner Saturday as they rail against U.S. support of Israel.

Washington chooses its wars; Ukraine and Israel have made the cut despite opposition on right and left

History will judge whether the United States' involvement in wars in the Ukraine and Middle East was justified, just as it judged U.S. involvement in Central America or war in Iraq.

Gazans increasingly ready to criticize Hamas, speak out against group’s leader: Report

Gazans are increasingly criticizing Hamas as the war with Israel continues to cause suffering and devastation in the Gaza Strip, per a recent report.

Jewish student slams Princeton for permitting terror group flags, antisemitism on campus: 'Must be stopped'

Princeton University freshman Maximillian Meyer described the virulent antisemitism he witnessed on campus since an anti-Israel encampment was established amid nationwide protests.

Russian troops went on drunken killing spree in occupied Ukraine: reports

The Kherson region, which remains partially under Russian occupation, has allegedly suffered abuses under the reign of Moscow, with troops targeting marginalized populations.

Israel debunks ‘Hamas libels‘ about mass grave spread by media for internet clicks, says Netanyahu spokesman

Amid Israel’s campaign to root out Hamas terrorists in Gaza, the terrorist organization is stoking “disinformation" to hoodwink the international community, claim critics.

Tehran 'religiously' broadcasting anti-Israel unrest at US schools for propaganda, expert says

The protests have sprung up at Ivy League universities and seemingly spread to other universities, but experts allege the movements have appeared by design and not as grassroots campaigns.

UT Austin suspends Pro-Palestinian student group after anti-Israel protest

Pro-Palestine student group, Palestine Solidarity Committee, was suspended by the University of Texas at Austin Friday after the school saw several arrests during an anti-Israel protest, the organization posted on Instagram.

China is rapidly expanding its influence in our backyard and US must act now

The four of us represent different regions across the country. But we all know that the U.S. must help develop our hemisphere for more substantial and lasting cooperation.

Maher torches anti-Israel protesters who block traffic: Narcissists who want to ‘cosplay as revolutionaries’

HBO's Bill Maher took aim at the anti-Israel protesters who blocked traffic, accusing them of being "privilege-y" for preventing people from going to their jobs or to pick up their kids.

Pastor Greg Laurie to deliver faith-filled inspirational message at 'Hope for Lahaina' event

Pastor Greg Laurie and "American Idol" alum Danny Gokey are set to deliver a message of faith and inspiration at the "Hope for Lahaina" event on Sunday, with music by Leeland.

White House condemns Columbia student remarks about 'murdering Zionists': 'A wakeup call'

The White House condemned statements made by Columbia University Khymani James on the "murdering of Zionists," calling them "dangerous, appalling statements."

Italian PM Meloni ally fires back against criticism says policies the same but 'Europe has changed'

In an exclusive interview with Fox News Digital, Italian Vice Minister of Foreign Affairs Edmondo Cirielli defended Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni and discussed birth rates, migrants, China and Iran.

King Charles' cancer battle has him 'determined to make his mark on history': expert

King Charles announced Friday that he will be resuming his royal duties Tuesday, nearly three months after he was diagnosed with cancer.

Former Russian sex spy says she was trained as a ‘master manipulator’

The podcast "To Die For," was launched by Neil Strauss, author of “The Game" who also wrote “The Dirt" about rock band Mötley Crüe. It's from Tenderfoot TV and iHeartPodcasts.

On this day in history, April 27, 1805, US Marines attack shores of Tripoli, key victory in Barbary Wars

The United States Marines Corps proved its resolve by leading a mercenary force on an incredible attack on Tripoli during the Barbary Wars on this day in history, April 27, 1805.

UN warns Sudan paramilitary forces are encircling a capital in western Darfur, urges against attack

The United Nations has said Sudanese paramilitary forces are encircling the city of El Fasher in the western Darfur region, and warned that 'an attack would have devastating consequences.'

Orca calf swims out of Canadian lagoon where it had been trapped more than a month

A 2-year-old killer whale has reached an inlet that could take it to the open ocean, after being trapped in a lagoon on Vancouver Island for more than a month.

Hacktivist group claims it infiltrated Belarus security agency

A Belarusian hacktivist group claims it has breached the country's main KGB security agency and accessed the personnel files of over 8,000 employees.

Iranian-backed Houthis claim responsibility for US reaper drone crash off Yemen coast

Houthi rebels have claimed responsibility for a U.S. MQ-9 Reaper drone crash off the coast of Yemen on Thursday, making it the fourth drone downed by Iran proxy groups since November.

Students at prestigious Paris university occupy campus building in pro-Palestinian protest

As part of a pro-Palestinian protest, students at the Paris Institute of Political Studies blocked access to a campus building on Friday; administrators decided to move all classes online.

Bread king of Paris rises to the top in annual baguette contest: 'A lot of love'

Xavier Netry, of Utopie bakery in Paris, was recently named the winner of the 31st annual "Grand Prix de la baguette" contest. The contest seeks to find Paris' best baguette.

Orbán challenger leads protest calling for child protection after sexual abuse scandal in Hungary

Peter Magyar, a new voice of opposition to Hungarian PM Viktor Orbán, led a protest of thousands of people on Friday demanding greater protection for children.

A British tourist is in a hospital after a shark attack; Tobago closes several beaches

Trinidad & Tobago closed a marine park and 7 beaches on Friday after a shark attacked a British tourist at Turtle Beach along Great Courland Bay; the man was hospitalized after the attack.

Ukraine lawmaker, 34, fights for Kharkiv in the public square

Ukrainian parliament member Mariia Mezentseva constantly posts about the damage done to her hometown of Kharkiv due to Russia attacks, including damaging power in residential areas.

Guatemalan prosecutors raid offices of Save the Children charity

Guatemalan prosecutors have raided the offices of humanitarian organization Save the Children, citing a complaint alleging the charity violated the rights of migrant children.

Ex-MLB star running for Senate goes to bat for plan to cut federal cash for schools allowing unrest

Ex-MLB star and GOP Senate candidate Steve Garvey vows to hold Ivy League schools accountable for failing to protect Jewish students, threatening cuts to federal funding if elected.

Mexican film wins top prize at Moscow International Film Festival while major studios boycott Russia

Mexican film 'Shame' has won the top prize at the Moscow International Film Festival, as major studios in the U.S. and many European countries boycott the Russian market over its war in Ukraine.

Burkina Faso suspends BBC, Voice of America radio stations over mass killing reports

Burkina Faso has suspended the BBC and Voice of America radio stations over their coverage of a report on the mass killing of civilians by the country's military junta.

Egypt sends delegation to Israel, its latest effort to broker a cease-fire between Israel and Hamas

Egypt sent on Friday a high-level delegation to Israel, seeking to discuss a prolonged cease-fire agreement with Hamas and avert an Israeli offensive on the town of Rafah in Gaza.

Pressure builds for colleges to close or shut down anti-Israel encampments amid death threats toward Jews

Calls are mounting to temporarily shutter schools plagued by anti-Israel unrest as most colleges continue to pursue a hands-off approach to the encampments.

Pope to bring his call for ethical artificial intelligence to G7 summit in June in southern Italy

Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni has announced that Pope Francis will attend the G7 Summit in June and will participate in the session on artificial intelligence.

At least 70 people killed by flooding in Kenya as more rain is expected through the weekend

A government spokesperson in Kenya said on Friday that at least 70 people have been killed by flooding and heavy rains in the East African country since mid-March.

Outgoing Dutch prime minister visits Turkey's Erdogan in his bid for the NATO chief position

Mark Rutte, the outgoing PM of the Netherlands, was seeking support in his bid for the position of NATO secretary general from Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan on Friday.

Journalists sign manifesto in defense of Spanish PM and wife, criticize right-wing media, parties

Several thousand Spanish journalists and writers signed an online manifesto in support of Socialist Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez and his wife after Sánchez announced he was considering resignation.

Anti-Israel protests nationwide fueled by left-wing groups backed by Soros, dark money

Anti-Israel protests that have erupted across college campuses nationwide are being organized by groups funded by progressive mega-donor George Soros.

Holocaust Remembrance Center president compares anti-Israel mobs at Columbia to Nazis at German university

Dani Dayan, the Chairman of Yad Vashem, the World Holocaust Remembrance Center, sent a warning to Columbia University's president with comparisons to Germany in the 1920s.

King Charles returning to royal duties following cancer diagnosis

King Charles is officially resuming royal engagements following his cancer diagnosis in January. Next week, he and Queen Camilla plan to visit a cancer treatment center.

Scottish leader says he won't resign amid fallout of decision to end power-sharing agreement

Scotland's First Minister, Humza Yousaf, is facing intense political pressure after breaking a power-sharing agreement. Yousaf replaced Nicola Sturgeon in March 2023.

Romanian court rules that Andrew Tate's trial on charges of rape and human trafficking can start

A Romanian court has ruled that a trial can proceed in the case involving Andrew Tate, who is accused of human trafficking, rape and leading a criminal group.

10 confirmed dead after fire at Brazilian hotel, authorities say

A fire started in a small hotel in Porto Alegre, Brazil, resulting in the deaths of at least 10 people. The hotel was known to provide affordable housing.

British man linked to Russian mercenary group charged with plotting arson attack on London business

A 20-year-old British man has been charged with conducting hostile activity to benefit Russia. He is accused of plotting to torch a London business connected to Ukraine.

Russian journalist detained for posts criticizing the military, lawyer says

A journalist for the Russian edition of Forbes magazine has been arrested in Khabarovsk on charges of spreading false information about the Russian military.

Pelosi university speech interrupted by anti-Israel agitators: 'Warmonger'

Anti-Israel students interrupted a speech that former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi gave at the University of Oxford in the United Kingdom Thursday.

Arrested anti-Israel agitators claim 'discrimination' and 'harassment' in civil rights complaint

Anti-Israel agitators at Columbia University filed a civil rights complaint with the U.S. Department of Education alleging they have been discriminated against and harassed.

Former Olympian Oscar Pistorius smiles in first spotting since prison release for killing model girlfriend

The double-amputee athlete, who competed at the London Olympics in 2012, was granted parole after spending the last decade behind bars for the murder of his girlfriend Reeva Steenkamp.

South Korean police raid incoming medical association leader's office over prolonged strikes

South Korean police on Friday conducted a raid on the office of Lim Hyun-taek, the incoming leader of the Korean Medical Association, according to authorities.

Baby girl rescued from dead mother's womb following Israeli airstrike dies in Gaza hospital

A premature baby girl who was rescued from her mother's womb after her mother was killed in an Israeli airstrike has died in a Gaza hospital, her uncle said.

Columbia protest leader expresses 'regret' for discussing 'murdering Zionists,' saying they shouldn't exist

A student at Columbia University expressed "regret" after he was caught on video saying Zionists shouldn't exist and it was possible he could murder them.

Turkish court sentences Syrian woman to life in prison for deadly Istanbul bombing

A Syrian woman has received a life sentence for her role in a 2022 explosion in Istanbul, Turkey, which killed six people and injured 99, officials say.

Sweden's defense committee recommends $5B increase in country's military budget by 2030

Sweden's parliamentary committee has recommended increasing the military budget by nearly $5 billion until 2030 to improve air defenses and expand conscription.

UK parliamentary researcher and alleged accomplice granted bail in espionage case linked to China

A former U.K. Parliament researcher and his alleged accomplice have been granted bail after being charged with espionage for China, according to officials.

Head of Vietnam's parliament resigns amid intense anti-corruption campaign

Vuong Dinh Hue, the head of Vietnam’s parliament, has resigned as the country faces an ongoing anti-corruption campaign, according to state media reports.

Baltimore port partially reopens, allowing first ship to pass through since bridge collapse

A cargo ship has navigated through a newly opened deep-water channel in Baltimore, ending its weeks-long immobilization due to the collapse of the Francis Scott Key Bridge.

Somalia detains US-trained military unit over alleged theft of rations

Somalia's government has taken action against members of its Danab commando unit for allegedly stealing rations donated by the U.S., according to officials.

Russian defense minister proposes expanded military exercises in Asia to counter US security expansion

Russia's defense minister has voiced the need for Russia and its allies in Asia to expand joint military exercises, citing what he perceives as a direct threat from the U.S.

Mexico's chief detective apologizes for 'inadequate' remark about country's fentanyl production

The head of Mexico’s detective service has apologized for calling Mexico "the champion" of fentanyl and meth production this week, according to his office.

Zoo-bred corals join Europe's largest reef, offering conservation hope to scientists

The Burgers' Zoo in the Netherlands recently welcomed a pair of self-bred corals from the World Coral Conservatory project into Europe's largest coral reef.

Antisemitism at Columbia, Yale and NYU isn't free speech, it's a pro-Hamas mob

We must take antisemitism seriously. Since the horrific attacks on October 7 by Hamas on innocent Jews and others, incidents of antisemitic hate have increased over 360% in the U.S.

Anti-Israel protesters at Florida universities can be ‘expelled’: DeSantis

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis called presidents at Columbia and Yale "weak" and said "Hamas" activity in Florida would not be tolerated.

Anti-Israel agitators: Signs of 'foreign assistance' emerge in Columbia, NYU unrest

An education expert tells Fox News Digital that matching tents at NYU anti-Israel protests and Columbia training sessions with terror sympathizers suggest "foreign assistance."

How Queen Camilla went from vilified mistress to beloved daughter-in-law

Queen Elizabeth II, England's longest-reigning monarch, died in 2022 at age 96. Her eldest son, Prince Charles, became king about her death. He was crowned alongside his wife Camilla in 2023.

Meet the American who invented the gas-powered tractor, entrepreneur John Froelich, helped feed the world

John Froelich, the oldest son of German immigrants, was born in Iowa in 1849. The grain mill operator tinkered away on a gasoline traction, the tractor, that changed global agriculture.

Americans face 'direct' threats from foreign dictators, terrorists, migrants: 3 things to know

A threat assessment released by the U.S. Intelligence Community said the country "faces an increasingly fragile global order strained by accelerating strategic competition."

Backyard discovery has retired geologist believing he's found Bronze Age arrowhead and more

A retired U.K. geologist claims he's found Bronze Age-era artifacts in his backyard and surrounding areas, including blades and axes. "Finding the arrowhead was the starting point," he said.

Meet the members of a transitional council tasked with choosing new leaders for beleaguered Haiti

A transitional council, made up of eight men and one woman who will appoint Haiti's new cabinet and PM, was installed on Thursday as the country faces soaring hunger and gang violence.

Mexico City seeks to downplay the case of a serial killer suspect who kept women's bones in his room

Mexico City prosecutors on Thursday sought to downplay a suspected serial killer's case; he allegedly targeted women for more than a decade and kept women's bones in his room.

USC sparks backlash for canceling main stage commencement ceremony: 'Caving to campus terrorists'

USC announced Thursday it is scrapping its main stage commencement ceremony for its 2024 graduates after its campus was shut down when anti-Israel protests erupted.

Ship comes under attack off coast of Yemen as Houthi rebel campaign appears to gain new speed

Yemen's Houthi rebels attacked a ship in the Gulf of Aden on Thursday, in the latest assault over Israel's war on Hamas; a Houthi missile targeting a vessel was shot down the day before.

Family of American man believed to be held by Taliban asks the UN torture investigator for help

Lawyers for Ryan Corbett, a New York man believed to be detained by the Taliban in Afghanistan for almost 2 years, are asking for help from a UN human rights investigator.

Frustrated with Brazil's Lula, Indigenous peoples march to demand land recognition

Thousands of Indigenous people marched in Brazil's capital of Brasília on Thursday; they called on the government to protect territories and officially recognize lands.

Prince William shares Princess Charlotte's favorite joke at school visit, says Kate 'would have loved' to come

Prince William surprises students at a local high school with a visit, telling them Kate Middleton "would have loved" to have been there.

Sails from iconic Moulin Rouge windmill in Paris collapse to ground: 'It lost his soul'

The Moulin Rouge's iconic windmill lost its sails when they mysteriously fell off Thursday night outside of the historic Parisian cabaret club.

Syrian Kurdish officials hand over 50 women and children linked to Islamic State group to Tajikistan

Kurdish-led authorities in Syria handed over 17 women and 33 children, related to Islamic State militants, on Thursday to a delegation from Tajikistan for repatriation.

AMLO calls gangs, cartels 'respectful people' who 'respect the citizenry'

Mexican President Andrés Manuel López Obrador said Thursday that the country's gangs and cartels generally "respect the citizenry" in favor of killing each other.

Belarus says it thwarted attempted Lithuanian drone strikes; Vilnius rebuffs claims

Top-ranking Belarusian security official Ivan Tertel said Thursday that the country had stopped attempted drone strikes by Lithuania, which has denied the claim's validity.

Judge rules feds didn't properly implement plan to restore Pacific sardine population

Magistrate Judge Virginia DeMarchi ruled Monday that a federal plan to rebuild the Pacific's sardine population was not properly implemented.

155 dead in Tanzania amid El Niño-induced flooding

155 people have been reported dead and over 200,000 otherwise affected by widespread flooding in Tanzania following weeks' worth of heavy rain.

Massive policing for Paris Olympics to include security checks for some of the capital's residents

Paris police chief Laurent Nunez said Thursday that anti-terrorism measures put in place to safeguard the Summer Olympics Opening Ceremony will 'apply to all buildings along the route.'

Pentagon confirms US military has begun construction on Gaza humanitarian aid pier

Pentagon press secretary confirmed Thursday that the U.S. military has started construction of a humanitarian aid pier off the coast of Gaza.

Brazilian authorities bury deceased migrants who drifted in African boat to the Amazon

Nine migrants from Mali and Mauritania were buried Thursday in a solemn ceremony in the Brazilian city of Belem; fishermen found the boat carrying the bodies on April 13 in Brazil.

US to pull troops from Chad and Niger as the African nations question its counterterrorism role

The Pentagon said Thursday that the majority of U.S. troops in Niger and Chad will be withdrawn as the U.S. works to restore agreements with the countries as to the American military's role there.

French air traffic controllers cancel strike, but Paris airport delays remain pervasive

People travelling to and from Paris were subject to significant disruptions on Thursday, despite air traffic controllers having declined to commence an anticipated strike.

'Death to America' rapidly emerging as key slogan of anti-Israel agitators in US

The slogan "Death to America" has become a more common rallying cry among anti-Israel protesters across the country in recent weeks, who have spread to college campuses.

UT Austin anti-Israel agitators freed after governor said they 'belong in jail'

Anti-Israel protesters arrested at an anti-Israel rally at The University of Texas at Austin are bring cut loose on Thursday after chaotic scenes on campus.

Top Senate Dem calls for probe into Muslims prosecuted by DOJ for illegal border crossings

Sen. Dick Durbin, D-Ill., urged the Department of Justice to investigate high numbers of individuals from majority-Muslim countries being prosecuted upon illegally crossing the southern border.

Scottish leader faces battle for survival after ending power-sharing deal over climate change clash

Scottish leader Humza Yousaf's decision Thursday to end a power-sharing agreement with the Scottish Green Party has triggered events that could see him lose his job next week.

Moroccan asylum seeker says he killed British 70-year-old 'for the people of Gaza'

Ahmed Alid, 45, was convicted Thursday of fatally stabbing 70-year-old Terence Carney in Hartlepool, England. Alid reportedly told police he killed Carney "for the people of Gaza."

Ukrainian duo heads to the Eurovision Song Contest with a message: We're still here

Ukraine's entrants into the Eurovision Song Contest, the female duo of alyona alyona and Jerry Heil, set off from Kyiv for the pan-continental music competition on Thursday.

Ilhan Omar, daughter appear at Columbia University encampment amid nationwide anti-Israel protests

Rep. Ilhan Omar, D-Minn., and her daughter were spotted mingling with individuals at an anti-Israel encampment that was set up on Columbia University's campus.

Congo questions Apple over knowledge of conflict minerals in its supply chain

Lawyers representing Congo said they are questioning Apple about its knowledge of 'blood minerals' from the country's east that could be smuggled into the tech company's supply chains.

Portugal marks the 50th anniversary of the Carnation Revolution army coup that brought democracy

Portugal on Thursday commemorated the 50th anniversary of the army coup that brought democracy to the European country; the Carnation Revolution ended a four-decade dictatorship.

Police at Princeton pop-up encampment arrest 2 as anti-Israel protests sweep universities

Anti-Israel protesters attempted to set up a tent encampment at Princeton University Thursday before police moved in and made two arrests.

Russia may downgrade relations with US if its assets are confiscated, deputy foreign minister says

The U.S. and some European countries are considering confiscating frozen Russian assets and using them to fund Ukraine. Russia said it was considering downgrading U.S. ties in response.

France and the Philippines considering defense pact agreement, French envoy says

France and the Philippines are set to initiate discussions next month for a defense pact that would allow troops to conduct exercises on each other's soil.

Tasting Germany: A look at some must-try foods, from Berlin to Bavaria

Rich in variety, local flavor, and even history, a hands-on experience with German food is an understandable must on most foodies' travel itineraries.

Iran picks sides as anti-Israel protests rage across US universities: 'Deeply worried and disgusted'

Iran has officially picked its side amid a clash between anti-Israeli agitators and law enforcement officers at elite colleges and universities across the United States.

2023 saw drastic surge in people facing acute hunger, UN report says

A new report says nearly 282 million people in 59 countries suffered from acute hunger in 2023. The increase was due to deterioration in food security, officials say.