World Politics May 27 Fit for a king? Ex-Prime Minister Trudeau wears sneakers to see King Charles' throne speech Justin Trudeau wore bright Adidas suede sneakers to King Charles’ throne speech, sparking outrage and memes online as well as questions concerning diplomacy.
MAHA May 27 Kennedy and Milei double down on WHO exit after meeting in Buenos Aires: 'Free from totalitarian control' RFK Jr. and Argentina’s President Milei met in Buenos Aires, pledging to exit the WHO and build a new health system based on science and national sovereignty.
Germany May 24 German defense minister says military draft could return if volunteer numbers fall short Germany may reinstate compulsory military service if the volunteer system fails, says Defense Minister Pistorius, with a new military service bill potentially effective as early as 2026.
Donald Trump May 19 Trump says Russia, Ukraine to start ceasefire negotiations after Putin call President Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin spoke for two hours in a call both called “useful," but offered no breakthrough in Russia–Ukraine peace negotiations.
South America May 14 Jose Mujica, Uruguay's former leader, rebel icon and cannabis reformer, dead at 89 Jose Mujica, the former president of Uruguay who enacted progressive reforms and was known to many around the country by his nickname "Pepe," has died at age 89.
Middle East May 14 Trump visits Qatar as country's jet offer puts spotlight on nation's growing influence in Washington The U.S. has grown closer to Qatar in recent years, so much so that the tiny nation has been at the forefront of high-stakes peace negotiations between global powers.
United Nations May 14 UN revisits 'killer robot' regulations as concerns about AI-controlled weapons grow The United Nations is once again calling for regulations on lethal autonomous weapons systems, citing potential human rights issues and fears over the ethics of warfare.
China May 6 China and Egypt wrap first joint military exercise as Beijing looks to cozy up to American allies Egypt and China held their first joint military drills, testing Washington's ties with Cairo as Beijing expands its defense footprint in the Middle East.
Australia May 3 Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese wins a second 3-year term Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has won another three-year term, making him the first Australian PM to clinch a second consecutive term in 21 years.
World May 2 Intelligence agency classifies country's popular Alternative for Germany party as 'extremist' Germany's domestic intelligence service has classified the popular Alternative for Germany party as "extremist," allowing for close surveillance of the group.
Washington DC May 2 US readies Russia sanctions over Ukraine, unclear if Trump will sign, sources say To intensify pressure on Moscow to end its war on Ukraine, U.S. officials have finalized new economic sanctions against Russia including energy and banking measures.