Donald Trump endorses New York archbishop for next pope

Subway's Decline in US Locations Subway has closed 631 locations in the US in 2024, bringing its total to less than 20,000 for the first time in 20 years, marking the eighth consecutive year of location closures. Although the chain has faced significant declines since its peak of around 27,000 in 2015, it reported global growth with nearly 37,000 locations worldwide. Despite these losses, Subway remains the largest restaurant chain in the US, surpassing Starbucks...

GoFundMe Campaign RemovedGoFundMe has removed a campaign that claimed to raise funds for a victim of the Lapu-Lapu festival tragedy, refunding over $57,000 contributed by approximately 1,700 people. This action follows a report by a British Columbia woman who expressed concerns that the fundraiser was fraudulent, stating she "couldn't bear the thought" of exploitation during a community tragedy. The incident highlights the importance of vigilance against scams in times of distress. Full Article

In Tokyo, a salaryman begins his day navigating a unique work environment at Disco Corp, where employees operate under an internal currency called "Will." Introduced by CEO Kazuma Sekiya, this system allows employees to choose their tasks, bid for them, and face penalties that affect their Will balance, which influences bonuses, promoting a culture of autonomy and competition. Since its implementation in 2011, Disco's innovative approach has garnered attention from major corporations, though few have...

Sheikh Hikmat al-Hijri, a Syrian Druze spiritual leader, accused the government of a "genocidal attack" on his community following sectarian clashes that resulted in 101 deaths, primarily between Druze and Sunni Syrians. He condemned the Damascus government, calling for immediate international intervention and expressing distrust in its ability to protect its citizens, particularly after violence erupted due to a controversial recording involving a Druze man. The Syrian government has since deployed security forces to restore...

As Australia approaches its election, opposition candidates are actively courting Chinese Australian voters, a demographic that previously supported the conservative Liberal-National coalition but shifted to Labor in 2022. Candidates like Grange Chung are utilizing Chinese social media platforms like WeChat to connect with voters, as nearly 60% of Chinese Australians use the app daily. Despite increased outreach efforts, some community members express frustration over being viewed merely as votes, highlighting a need for deeper political...

Luigi Mangione has pleaded not guilty in a federal murder case in New York, where he faces charges including the murder of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson. His defense team is seeking to dismiss at least two charges, claiming that evidence was illegally obtained and that the concurrent state and federal prosecutions violate the double jeopardy clause. Additionally, they argue that his statements were unconstitutional due to not being given his Miranda rights, while federal prosecutors...