Despite political challenges, Black History Month remains a vital celebration of African American heritage, resilience, and contributions to society, with community-led events ensuring its continuity.
The recent military strike by the US and Israel on Iran has led to widespread airspace closures across the Middle East, causing significant flight cancellations and rerouting for major airlines including Emirates, Etihad, and Turkish Airlines.
Dik Barton, who has dived the Titanic 22 times, reveals a harrowing six-hour ordeal trapped under the wreck. Interest in the liner remains high, with new exhibitions and books exploring its enduring legacy.
Flight tracking data shows aircraft rerouting over Saudi Arabia as Virgin Atlantic cancels a London to Dubai service amid heightened tensions.
A Gaza City family marks Ramadan in a tent on their home's ruins, where an Israeli strike killed 40 relatives, highlighting wartime losses in the conflict.
Author James Meek revisits Kyiv after 35 years, finding a city grappling with Russian attacks and post-Soviet changes. His journey reveals personal memories, wartime resilience, and debates over urban development.
Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed's push for sovereign sea access via Eritrea's Assab port raises tensions, with analysts warning of potential war in the Horn of Africa region.
Guinea has released 16 Sierra Leonean soldiers and police officers detained in a border dispute, following diplomatic talks. The incident highlights ongoing tensions between the West African nations.
A Bolivian Air Force C-130 Hercules aircraft crashed in El Alto, killing at least 12 people and injuring six others, with reports of significant material damage to vehicles in the area.
A new poll reveals over half of Americans are frightened by the prospect of war with Iran, with only 32% supporting military action. The survey highlights deep public unease and skepticism about U.S. motives and outcomes.
Anti-government demonstrations continue at Iranian universities despite brutal crackdowns, while tensions escalate over US military threats regarding Iran's nuclear program.
A visual journey through the past week's major events, from Russian airstrikes in Kyiv and Ramadan in Gaza to Trump's State of the Union and snowstorms in New York City.
A tram derailment in Milan leaves one dead, Spain reports a swine flu case with human transmission fears, and India nears a dengue vaccine breakthrough.
Residents of Uvira in eastern Congo express grave concerns about potential disease outbreaks after authorities discovered 171 bodies in mass graves following M23 rebel withdrawal from the city.
Ghana's Foreign Minister reveals at least 55 nationals have died fighting for Russia in Ukraine, with 272 recruited since 2022 through illegal trafficking networks.
A confidential UN report reveals Iran has blocked access to nuclear facilities damaged in June's war, preventing verification of uranium enrichment suspension and stockpile size.
Divisive groups are undermining social cohesion in Australia, with political and cultural tensions rising. This analysis explores the impact on national unity and potential solutions.
An American living in the UK reveals five persistent false beliefs Americans hold about British food, teeth, accents, tea drinking, and royal connections with humorous insight.
US and Iran negotiators concluded nuclear talks in Geneva without an agreement, with the US demanding Iran surrender enriched uranium and cease enrichment. Analysts warn Iran is unlikely to comply without immediate sanctions relief, as the US privately co
Doctors report Iranian security forces swarmed hospitals during crackdown, obstructing treatment, intimidating staff, and removing patients. Witnesses describe unprecedented militarization of healthcare facilities.
Pakistan declares 'open war' on Afghanistan's Taliban government, with explosions reported in Kabul. Other top stories include a Green Party by-election win, Netflix deal fallout, UK court backlogs, and breakthrough fetal stem cell research.
African countries express growing anger over US health funding deals deemed lop-sided and immoral, sparking diplomatic tensions and calls for reform in global health partnerships.
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un's daughter, Ju Ae, is increasingly viewed as a potential successor, with recent public appearances and state media coverage fueling speculation about her future role in the regime.
Years after conflict, Aleppo faces immense hurdles in reconstruction, from funding shortages to political complexities, raising questions about its future revival.
Charity kitchen workers in Sudan face abduction, robbery, beatings, and killings while providing essential food to displaced families amid brutal conflict and famine conditions.
A curated gallery from the Associated Press captures Mexican soldiers guarding charred vehicles after a cartel leader's death, Bolivia's vibrant Carnival finale, and Argentina's therian gathering in Buenos Aires.
Panamanian investigators have removed documents from the offices of a Hong Kong-owned company that operated Panama Canal ports until its concession was declared unconstitutional last month.
The founder of Australian burger chain Burgertory has sparked controversy after leading a Zionist chant at a pro-Palestine rally, drawing criticism from activists and customers.
The International Monetary Fund has sanctioned an $81 billion loan to support Ukraine's economy and military as the war with Russia continues into its fifth year.
The United States and Congo have signed a $1.2 billion health partnership, with $900 million from the US tied to Congo increasing domestic health spending by $300 million. The agreement follows US aid cuts and raises concerns about data sharing requiremen