Pope rests in his 10th day of hospitalization but remains in critical condition

Nicholas Prosper pleaded guilty to murdering his mother and two siblings in Luton and also confessed to planning a mass shooting at a local school. Police discovered a loaded shotgun with over 30 cartridges hidden in a bush after his arrest. Fortunately, he was apprehended before carrying out the school attack. Prosper is due to be sentenced on 5 March and is currently on remand at HMP Peterborough. Schools in the area are reviewing their...

The center-right alliance of CDU-CSU has emerged victorious in Germany's federal election, with Friedrich Merz likely to become the next chancellor. The coalition is expected to form a new government, facing challenges such as economic stagnation, domestic spending reforms, and trade tensions with the U.S. Despite these hurdles, there is optimism for change and improvement under the new administration. Full Article

Israel denied entry to European Parliament member Rima Hassan for promoting boycotts, citing her support of the BDS movement. Hassan was part of an EU-Palestine delegation but was denied entry upon arrival in Israel. Israeli legislators passed a law prohibiting entry to those denying Hamas attacks or supporting international prosecution of Israeli soldiers, in addition to those calling for a boycott of Israel. Full Article

Palestinian militants expressed concern over the Israeli tanks deployed in the West Bank, potentially signaling annexation plans. The military offensive, which displaced thousands, aims to prevent terrorism and has caused casualties on both sides. The UN chief condemned the violence and displacement, as tensions rise in the occupied territory. Full Article

Israeli forces have deployed tanks in the West Bank for the first time in over 20 years, displacing 40,000 Palestinians from refugee camps in the north. The military offensive, with expanded operations and tank deployments, has resulted in at least 51 Palestinian deaths and 40,000 displaced people. The violence, including home demolitions and increased military presence, has escalated since the Gaza war, with significant impact on the affected communities in the West Bank. Full Article

San Diego Padres pitcher Cole Paplham was struck in the head by a 102-mph line drive during a spring training game against the Los Angeles Dodgers. The incident occurred in the eighth inning when Dodgers infielder Aaron Bracho hit the ball back at Paplham. Despite being alert, Paplham was in pain and had to leave the field in a golf cart. This incident follows a similar one involving Dodgers pitcher Bobby Miller, who is currently...