Doctors will provide first in-person update in Pope Francis' recovery from pneumonia in a month

The Israeli police questioned Palestinian director Hamdan Ballal, a filmmaker of the Oscar-winning documentary "No Other Land," after Israeli settlers reportedly attacked him in the West Bank, leading to his arrest and that of two other Palestinians on suspicion of stone-throwing. Rising settler violence in the region has been documented, with over 1,000 incidents recorded in 2024. President Trump's softer stance on settler violence, canceling sanctions imposed by the Biden administration, has drawn criticism. The...

Ben Affleck reflects on his relationship with Jennifer Lopez, acknowledging differences in their attitudes towards fame. Despite discomfort in being filmed for Lopez's documentary, Affleck emphasizes that it was not a major issue in their marriage. The couple divorced after two years, with Lopez opening up about their split in an interview with Nikki Glaser. Full Article

Four alpacas were shot dead at a farm in Cambridgeshire, with one surviving but paralyzed. Owner Dawn French called the attack "senseless" and "horrific," finding the animals named Calvin, Klein, Martha, and Juniper killed in the field. Cambridgeshire Police are investigating the incident, which occurred between Saturday evening and Sunday morning, leaving Ms. French devastated and seeking justice. Full Article

Forty years ago, President Ronald Reagan introduced the Strategic Defense Initiative, aiming to create a missile defence system known as "Star Wars," which was later abandoned. Now, President Trump has revived the concept with the "Golden Dome," a comprehensive shield against various missile threats, utilizing space-based sensors and interceptors. Unlike existing systems, the Golden Dome seeks to provide nationwide protection against long-range weapons, emphasizing the need for advanced technologies and a multi-layered approach to safeguard...

Luigi Mangione, awaiting trial for the killing of UnitedHealthcare's CEO, has requested a laptop in jail solely for legal purposes, not for communication. Prosecutors are hesitant due to alleged threats against witnesses, but Mangione's lawyers argue there is no connection. The laptop would allow him to review over 15,000 pages of case material, as he faces state and federal charges with potential death penalty implications. Full Article

Russia has been accused of persecuting Christians in occupied Ukrainian territory during Putin's invasion, with reports of mistreatment and abuse of religious minorities. The International Criminal Court has charged Putin with illegal deportation of Ukrainian children, adding to Russia's list of human rights violations. The Institute for the Study of War reports ongoing persecution of Evangelical Christian communities in Kherson, as Russia demands Ukraine cede occupied territories for a potential ceasefire in the war. Full...