US Citizen Sentenced to 13 Years in Russian Prison
Michael Travis Leake, an American, has been sentenced to 13 years in a Russian prison for trying to smuggle drugs, according to Moscow’s court service. The prosecutor’s office said that…
Ursula von der Leyen Gets Another Five Years as EU Leader
Ursula von der Leyen has been re-elected as the President of the European Commission. In a secret vote, 401 Members of the European Parliament supported her, surpassing the required number…
Trump Gunman Was Seen as a Threat Before Attack but Lost in Crowd
Donald Trump’s would-be assassin was flagged as “suspicious” by the Secret Service an hour before the shooting but got lost in the crowd, lawmakers were told. In briefings to the…
Liver Health: Understanding Risks and Prevention
The liver is a vital organ located on the right side of the abdomen under the rib cage, weighing about 4 pounds. Its main roles include aiding digestion, eliminating waste…
Will Smith and Johnny Depp Seen Vacationing Together in Italy
Will Smith and Johnny Depp were spotted enjoying a vacation together in Italy. The actors were seen relaxing on a yacht with friends, including Egyptian singer Ahmed Saad and other…
Biden Faces New Pressure from Top Democrats as Covid Pauses Campaign
President Joe Biden is facing new questions about his run in the upcoming November election because his campaign is paused due to a Covid-19 infection. The top two Democrats in…
Ousted judge eager to challenge South African president
John Hlophe, a former judge who was impeached five months ago, is now leading the official opposition in South Africa’s parliament. Once a celebrated judge, Hlophe’s career ended in disgrace,…
Kenya police prohibit protests in the capital
Kenyan police have banned protests in Nairobi’s city center and nearby areas indefinitely because the protests lack leaders, making it hard to maintain safety. This decision follows a month of…
Dinosaur skeleton sold for record $44.6 million at auction
A huge dinosaur skeleton, called Apex, was sold for a record $44.6 million at a Sotheby’s auction in New York City, making it the most expensive fossil ever sold. Apex,…
Pound Reaches Highest Level Against Dollar in a Year
The British pound reached its highest level against the US dollar in a year on Wednesday. This happened because investors believe UK interest rates will stay high for a while.…