Four killed in Russian drone and missile attack on Ukraine’s Kyiv

Marc Leishman Impresses Ahead of US OpenAustralian golfer Marc Leishman showcased strong form with a four-under 67 at LIV Golf Virginia, placing him one stroke behind leaders Bryson DeChambeau and Martin Kaymer. Leishman secured a spot for the upcoming US Open at Oakmont Country Club after successfully qualifying, and he finished tied for third alongside Phil Mickelson, Jon Rahm, and Joaquin Niemann. DeChambeau, defending his title, shot a 66, highlighted by an eagle and two...

SummaryOn the 81st anniversary of D-Day, it was revealed that Pope Leo XIV's father, Louis Marius Prevost, served as a Navy officer during the 1944 Normandy landings. Prevost, who was born in Chicago in 1920, participated in Operation Overlord and later commanded an infantry landing craft in Operation Dragoon. He became the first American-born Pope on May 8, 2025, continuing his father's legacy of service and faith, which remains influential today. Full Article

Former Lotto co-host and actress Marise Wipani has passed away on her 61st birthday, as announced on her Facebook page. Known for her role in the classic Kiwi film Came a Hot Friday and as a former Miss New Zealand runner-up, she died peacefully surrounded by family and friends. In her final message, she humorously referenced the movie Driving Miss Daisy, stating, “I have shuffled off this mortal coil. Good byyye, good luuuck, good God!!!”...

CPS Statistics reveal that in the year ending 2023, only 5% of the 68,000 rapes reported in England and Wales led to charges, and just 2.9% resulted in convictions. Survivors like Danielle and Gina share harrowing experiences with the justice system, highlighting the immense challenges victims face, such as the burden of gathering evidence themselves and initial police dismissal of their cases. Additionally, ongoing rape myths and systemic barriers contribute to low conviction rates, prompting...

A London, Ont., man, Nathaniel Veltman, convicted of a hate-motivated attack that killed four members of a Muslim family and severely injured a fifth, is appealing his conviction on three grounds. One of his points of appeal is that the judge improperly allowed the jury to consider Veltman's white nationalist manifesto during the trial. This appeal coincides with the fourth anniversary of the tragic incident. Full Article

Trump’s First 100 Days in OfficeAsharq al-Awsat, London, May 25For more stories from The Media Line go to themedialine.org In his first 100 days, President Trump signed numerous executive orders and proposed ambitious goals, including tariffs on imports, notably from China, aimed at boosting U.S. manufacturing and revenue. This aggressive trade policy triggered global economic uncertainty, contributing to an economic recession in the U.S. and raising questions about Trump's confrontational diplomatic style and intentions to...