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June 3

Dutch right-wing leader Wilders' party leaves government coalition over immigration

The party of populist Dutch political leader Geert Wilders abruptly left the country's governing coalition on Tuesday over a dispute about immigration, a move that brings down the government after less than a year in office.

June 2

Polish conservative Karol Nawrocki wins presidential election to succeed Duda

Trump-backed conservative candidate Karol Nawrocki narrowly won Poland's presidential runoff election over liberal Warsaw Mayor Rafał Trzaskowski.

May 29

Ooh la law: France snuffing out smoking in parks, beaches, more

France to ban smoking in parks, beaches and near schools starting July 1, with fines up to $153 for lighting up where children are present.

May 28

Iran hangs a man convicted of spying for Israel

Iran's supreme court upholds Pedram Madani's death sentence for espionage as executions in the country reach alarming levels, state media reports.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.