Rescuers are urgently searching for dozens of people trapped in the rubble of a collapsed school in East Java, Indonesia. At least six students died and 100 were injured when the two-story Al-Khoziny Islamic Boarding School caved in during prayer. Authorities are hearing survivors, but the operation is precarious due...
Satellite imagery suggests Russia deliberately sabotaged the sole remaining power line to the Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant, contradicting claims of Ukrainian shelling. Experts found no evidence of shelling damage, deeming repairs feasible. The plant has been without external power for eight days, relying on diesel generators. Ukraine suggests Russia aims to...
The Cleveland Browns have benched veteran quarterback Joe Flacco after a 1-3 start, replacing him with rookie Dillon Gabriel. Flacco, 40, expressed surprise at the decision but vowed to support Gabriel. Gabriel, a third-round pick, will aim to revitalize a struggling offense that has averaged only 14 points per...
SAG-AFTRA President Sean Astin is reinforcing union protections for actors amid growing interest in AI performer Tilly Norwood. Astin stated that the union is prepared to address the challenge of advancing technology, having previously fought for AI provisions during their strike. He plans to discuss the issue with the Association...
Former Trump campaign manager Corey Lewandowski claims ICE agents will target the 2026 Super Bowl Halftime Show, featuring Bad Bunny, warning that no location offers safe haven for undocumented immigrants. Lewandowski criticized Bad Bunny's selection, calling it "shameful" and advocating for inclusive entertainment. Bad Bunny previously cited fears of ICE...
Federal agents conducted an immigration raid in Chicago's South Shore neighborhood early Tuesday, detaining 37 individuals. The Department of Homeland Security stated the operation targeted members of the Tren De Aragua gang, along with individuals facing drug trafficking, weapons charges, and immigration violations. Community activists criticized the raid's tactics, describing...
Pope Leo XIV has delivered a strong statement on climate change, condemning those who dismiss its "increasingly evident" impacts. Echoing his predecessor, Pope Francis, Leo criticized "ridicule" of global warming concerns, implicitly addressing figures like US President Donald Trump. The Pope urged global citizens to demand more political action, emphasizing...
The US Senate has once again failed to pass government funding bills, leading to a shutdown that began Wednesday. Despite ongoing negotiations, no deal was reached, and votes are not expected until Friday at the earliest. A bipartisan group of senators is reportedly seeking a path forward, with potential short-term...
Iowa's largest school district superintendent, Ian Roberts, resigned after being detained by immigration agents. Records reveal he falsely claimed a doctoral degree on his 2023 job application, even though the school board was aware he hadn't completed it. Roberts was hired despite this misrepresentation and his ongoing immigration challenges. His...
President Trump has signaled a decreased importance of the United Nations to his administration by deciding not to grant Cabinet-level status to the U.S. Ambassador role. While Mike Waltz was confirmed by the Senate, sources indicate the position will not be elevated, impacting communication with the President. This decision follows...
