A slowing wartime economy pushes the Kremlin to tap consumers for revenue
After two years of robust growth fueled by military spending on the war in Ukraine, Russia’s economy is…
Finland’s Stubb: With a Ukraine ceasefire unlikely this year, Europe must hold its nerve
HALVALA, Finland (AP) — A ceasefire in Ukraine is unlikely before the spring and European allies need to…
What Trump wants to talk about when Saudi crown prince visits Washington
WASHINGTON (AP) — President Donald Trump has not been subtle about how badly he wants to see Saudi…
Filipinos join big rally for accountability in flood-control corruption scandal
MANILA, Philippines (AP) — Hundreds of thousands of Filipinos gathered Sunday in the capital in the largest rally…
A slowing wartime economy pushes the Kremlin to tap consumers for revenue
After two years of robust growth fueled by military spending on the war in Ukraine, Russia’s economy is…
Congo and M23 sign framework agreement for peace deal
GOMA, Congo (AP) — Congo and Rwanda -backed rebel group M23 on Saturday signed a framework agreement for…
Thousands rally in Mexico City as ‘Gen Z’ protests gain momentum
MEXICO CITY (AP) — A few thousand people took to the streets of Mexico City on Saturday to…
First strong winter rains soak Gaza’s makeshift shelters
DEIR AL-BALAH, Gaza Strip (AP) — Winter’s first strong rainfall sent water cascading through parts of Gaza’s sprawling…
China warns Japan of ‘crushing’ defeat if it intervenes over Taiwan
Open this photo in gallery: Japan’s Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi at a parliament committee session in Tokyo on…
Trump drops tariffs on beef, coffee and other foods as affordability concerns grow
Open this photo in gallery: U.S. President Donald Trump speaks on Thursday. The White House announced on Friday…
Pope Leo XIV hosts Cate Blanchett and Spike Lee at Vatican cinema event
VATICAN CITY (AP) — Pope Leo XIV welcomed Spike Lee, Cate Blanchett, Greta Gerwig and dozens of other…
Trump says he plans to sue the BBC for up to US$5-billion
Open this photo in gallery: U.S. President says he plans to sue the BBC over allegations the broadcaster’s…