Here's what to know about the US push for stability in post-Assad Syria

At least 16 people have died and over 150, primarily children, were injured after a Bangladesh Air Force jet crashed into the Milestone School in Dhaka, causing a significant fire and structural collapse. The military reported that the F-7 BGI training aircraft went down during class hours, prompting an urgent investigation and rescue operations. Explain It To Me Like I'm 5: An Air Force jet crashed into a school in Bangladesh during class, causing at...

On July 21, 2025, the Israeli forces targeted a residential building in the Al Nasr neighborhood of Gaza City, prompting an evacuation order for residents. Many were unable to leave in time, and missiles were launched shortly after the evacuation began, leading to further displacement of families. Explain It To Me Like I'm 5: Families in Gaza City had to leave their homes quickly because of missiles, which made them very scared and sad. Want...

President Trump ordered the Justice Department to seek the release of grand jury testimony related to Jeffrey Epstein, but expressed skepticism that it would satisfy critics of his administration's handling of the case. While the DOJ cited public interest in its filing, legal experts suggest the transcripts may offer limited insights compared to existing evidence from civil lawsuits and Maxwell's trial. Explain It To Me Like I'm 5: President Trump has directed the Justice Department...

Prince Al-Waleed bin Khalid Al-Saud, who had been in a coma for 20 years after a car crash in 2005, has died at the age of 36, as confirmed by the Royal Court of Saudi Arabia. His father, who maintained hope for his recovery, announced his death on social media, prompting widespread condolences for the prince, known as the "sleeping prince."https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=E798VHPQUeY Explain It To Me Like I'm 5: Prince Al-Waleed bin Khalid Al-Saud, who had...

Jose Adolfo Macias Villamar, known as "Fito," the notorious Ecuadorian gang leader, has been extradited to the US to face charges after his capture last month following a year-long escape from prison. His extensive criminal history includes leading the Los Choneros gang, implicated in violent crimes, and he is expected to plead not guilty in court. Explain It To Me Like I'm 5: Notorious gang leader "Fito" from Ecuador, who escaped prison and was on...

Saudi Arabia's ambitious £1.2 trillion project, The Line, aims to create a mirror-clad megacity stretching 105 miles to house nine million people, but is currently under evaluation for feasibility due to financial strains. Critics raise concerns about its environmental impact and displacement of local tribes, while construction has already begun with significant groundwork laid in the desert. Explain It To Me Like I'm 5: Saudi Arabia is planning to build a huge futuristic city called...