Rubio arrives for NATO talks, allies wait to learn of US plans for drawdown in Europe

Ontario's Court Ruling on Gender-Affirming Surgery Ontario’s Court of Appeal has ruled that the province must fund an out-of-country, penis-sparing vaginoplasty for a transgender and non-binary resident, K.S., marking the third unanimous decision in her favor. The Ontario Health Insurance Plan (OHIP) initially denied funding, arguing the procedure was not listed in its Schedule of Benefits and considered experimental, but K.S. successfully appealed, emphasizing her significant gender dysphoria and the necessity of the surgery to...

A grieving son, Liam Carter, discovered his late mother's winning lottery ticket worth over £18,000 while sorting through her belongings. The ticket, found in a kitchen drawer with a note saying "Sat draw – don’t forget!", was a surprise as she had never won anything significant before. Mr. Carter plans to use the money for a flat deposit, fulfilling his mother's wish for him, and expresses that it feels like a final gift from her....

On Thursday, Donald Trump signed an executive order to enhance the deep-sea mining industry in the U.S., aiming to increase production of critical minerals like nickel and copper, crucial for electric vehicles and electronics. The order expedites mining permits and encourages exploration in U.S. waters, which contain over 1 billion metric tons of polymetallic nodules, potentially boosting the economy by $300 billion and creating 100,000 jobs. While supporters advocate for reducing land mining, environmental groups...

Declining U.S. Birth Rate and Proposed SolutionsAmericans are experiencing a declining birth rate, now near a record low, prompting discussions around potential solutions like a proposed $5,000 "baby bonus" by the Trump administration, although no final decision has been made. Experts suggest that more sustainable solutions, such as affordable childcare and paid parental leave, may be necessary to create a supportive environment for families, as financial incentives have had mixed success in other countries. Current...

Thousands gathered at the Australian War Memorial for the national Anzac Day service, where Prime Minister Anthony Albanese reflected on the sacrifices of those who served. Amidst the solemnity, a protester interrupted with a shout for "Free Palestine," highlighting ongoing global conflicts. Rear Admiral Matt Buckley emphasized the enduring culture of service in Australia, recalling Sergeant William Kennedy Buck’s legacy and urging future generations to be prepared for potential challenges ahead. Full Article

Israel's military acknowledged that its forces mistakenly attacked a U.N. guesthouse in Gaza on March 19, killing Bulgarian staff member Marin Valev Marinov and wounding six others, leading to the withdrawal of a third of the U.N.’s international staff from Gaza. This incident marks the second admission of wrongful fire on aid workers by Israel in a week, with the U.N. calling for greater accountability for attacks on its personnel, as at least 285 U.N....