Explore the shocking and unusual customs of dictators, from Gaddafi's female bodyguards to bizarre practices like tracking women's menstrual cycles and executing intellectuals. Read more...

A roundup of recent political news, including the gold toilet theft trial, "The Cocaine Files" interactive feature, a murder charge in a house fire case, and a bribery case involving an auxiliary police officer. Read more...

A look at two sides of Ibiza: a traditional pub owner's encounter with actor Chino Darín and singer Malena Gracia's return to the spotlight. Read more...

This article examines the contrasting situations in Palmyra, hoping for a tourism revival after ISIS, and Manbij, plagued by electricity shortages and terrorist attacks amidst ongoing conflict. Read more...

A look at the latest sports news, from Wayne Gretzky's tarnished image in Canada to impressive wins by the Cavaliers, Red Sox, and St. Mary's basketball. Read more...

A look at the complexities of modern politics, from the limitations of facts to the role of faith and the enduring impact of historical legacies. Read more...

From a legendary Slovak shopkeeper reciting poetry to a British money expert offering energy-saving tips, two stories highlight creative approaches to business and customer interaction. Read more...

Elon Musk faces a tax probe in Italy while Lachlan Murdoch celebrates Fox News' success. Plus, is XBT App ePrex a trading revolution or a risky venture? Read more...

A quick look at trending tech discussions: nuclear reactor lasers, a DIY solution to doomscrolling using ESP32, and the importance of visual perception in video encoding. Read more...

Nitra faces traffic restrictions and road closures due to waterworks and bridge demolition. A historic castle park will also undergo a 19th-century restoration. Read more...

A petition circulating in Canada calls for the revocation of Elon Musk's citizenship, while Nigel Farage's meeting with Musk was partially funded by a controversial figure. Read more...

From labeling Mexican cartels as terrorists to controversial statements on Gaza, Trump's recent actions and words spark debate and could reshape international relations. Read more...

Cinema students in Damascus are calling for administrative reforms, while the renowned singer and activist Qasem Jamous, known as Sada Hawran, tragically died in a car accident. Read more...

Controversy in the art world, drama for a 'Teen Mom' star, and a tragic end for a former gangster highlight this week's entertainment news. Plus, a hotel gets a scathing review. Read more...

John Hope Bryant argues that raising credit scores could lower crime rates, increase life expectancy, and lessen political division. Also, a woman pleaded guilty to gross negligence manslaughter in connection with the deaths of four paddleboarders. Read more...

Stephen A. Smith comments on his potential 2028 presidential run, while Pete Hegseth doesn't rule out strikes on fentanyl labs in Mexico. Transgender activists also storm the Iowa Capitol. Read more...

A drugged man threatening police in Košice was shot, while in another case, a court recognized a claim for compensation after a COVID vaccination, marking a significant legal breakthrough. Read more...

France grants visas to Algerian imams despite tensions, a surgeon admits to child abuse, and cocaine seizures at airports surge. Plus, a debate on immigration and national borders. Read more...

From architecture to international relations, Donald Trump's influence continues to shape political discourse in the US and abroad, impacting Europe and the UK's "special relationship." Read more...

President Zelensky is reportedly willing to step down in exchange for peace or NATO membership for Ukraine. Other news includes police intervention at a remembrance event and Serbia's apology for a UN vote. Read more...