China merges 11 cities into a mega-city, a massive gas field undergoes expansion, and Russia's economy faces a severe downturn. Read more...

Social Security faces funding challenges, with debates over wealth redistribution and governments employing accounting maneuvers. Meanwhile, penalties for missed appointments spark legal battles. Read more...

Zelenskyy expresses gratitude for US support and hopes for strong relations, while Salvini dismisses von der Leyen's tariffs as laughable and criticizes fear of Trump. Read more...

Leaked renders of the Switch 2 dock surface as Nintendo prepares for high demand. Plus, Phil Spencer shifts Xbox's focus to rival platforms. Read more...

Rising tensions between Ukraine and the US, a potential meeting between Zelenskyy and Trump, and a coffee-fueled protest in Canada highlight a complex geopolitical landscape. Read more...

Emma Aicher secures her first World Cup downhill victory, while Andreas Wellinger claims a silver medal at the World Championships in Trondheim. Read more...

A look at France's political landscape, from prison food policies and migrant boat crossings to the rise of local heroes championing community initiatives. Read more...

A truck driver's tire load was stolen while he slept, and an abandoned motorhome caught fire, causing major traffic delays on the D1 highway. Read more...

Astronomers have lowered the risk assessment for asteroid 2024 YR4, while a total lunar eclipse in March 2025 promises a unique celestial event. Plus, discover the hidden role of fungi in regulating Earth's climate. Read more...

Bitcoin falls below $80,000, the ECB faces payment system disruptions, and a consumer protection agency warns of a new "orange card" scam. Plus, insights into the role of immigrants in key sectors. Read more...

Gracie Abrams calls pornography "dangerous," while Christians prepare for the Gather25 global event, translated into over 80 languages. Read more...

Recent political tensions highlighted by deportations to Cuba, calls for Spain to apologize for historical atrocities, and reports of workplace abuse in Spain's court system. Read more...

A Czech cable car gets a major upgrade after 30 years, while a tourist in Rome faces a lifetime ban for antics at the Trevi Fountain. Plus, a historic lookout tower is getting a facelift. Read more...

Discover a delicious vegetarian twist on a classic stew with this mushroom fricandó recipe. Paired with a creamy cauliflower purée, it's a flavorful and satisfying meal. Read more...

A roundup of top business stories: a massive crypto heist linked to North Korea, luxury real estate in Dubai leveraging AI, and Škoda's strategic shift to new markets. Read more...

Meta plans a standalone AI app, Microsoft expands Copilot to macOS, and Perplexity introduces Deep Research, all intensifying competition with OpenAI in the AI landscape. Read more...

The US faces a dementia doctor shortage as baby boomers age, while a Polish school grapples with choking accidents. Plus, a study shows Instagram's benefits for queer youth and a Texas measles outbreak highlights vaccine hesitancy. Read more...

A roundup of recent news involving Donald Trump, including alleged plans to make English the official US language, accusations about White House cocaine, and a Supreme Court review of USAID funding. Read more...

A woman's desperate attempt to save her husband from suicide in a London prison was thwarted by a broken intercom and faulty phone lines. Plus, police seek missing woman in Cambridgeshire. Read more...

Negotiations for a second ceasefire phase between Israel and Hamas have stalled, while military operations in Jenin intensify, forcing Palestinians to flee and drawing comparisons to the Gaza Strip. Read more...