Hagia Sophia: A Timeless Treasure in Istanbul, Turkey
Exploring the Hagia Sophia in Istanbul I took this photo of the Hagia Sophia from the rooftop of Agora Life Hotel. Rising majestically in the heart of Istanbul, the Hagia Sophia stands as one of the most historically significant and architecturally breathtaking monuments in the world. For centuries this remarkable structure has shifted identities — from…
Trump Calls Renee Good ‘Wonderful,’ but Says Her Actions Were ‘Tough’
Former U.S. president Donald Trump has publicly commented on the death of Renee Good, addressing the highly charged incident during a nationally televised interview. Trump made the remarks following a visit to an automobile manufacturing plant in Detroit, where he sat down with a major broadcast news outlet to discuss the fatal shooting involving a…
Denmark, Greenland Ministers to Hold Talks With Vance and Rubio After Trump Threats
Denmark and Greenland are sending senior officials to Washington for high-level talks with the United States as tensions rise over renewed comments from President Donald Trump suggesting American control of Greenland. The planned meetings come amid growing concern in Copenhagen and Nuuk that repeated public statements from the U.S. president have shifted from rhetorical curiosity…
Trent Williams confident about playing despite game-time call
Trent Williams Remains a Game-Time Decision, Confidence Growing Ahead of Playoff Test San Francisco 49ers star left tackle Trent Williams said he remains a game-time decision for Sunday’s playoff matchup, but added that he feels increasingly confident he will be able to play. Williams has been dealing with a lingering hamstring injury that sidelined him…
Trump says U.S. will act on Greenland, whether they like it or not
President Donald Trump said Friday that the United States intends to move forward with action involving Greenland, regardless of whether the territory or Denmark agrees. Speaking during a White House meeting with business leaders, Trump stressed that U.S. interests in Greenland are too important to ignore, even in the face of opposition. He suggested that…
U.S. Federal Agents Shoot Two Individuals in Portland
Federal agents operating in Portland, Oregon, shot and injured two individuals on Thursday afternoon, according to statements from local authorities and law enforcement officials. The incident unfolded outside a hospital campus in the eastern section of the city at around mid-afternoon, with witnesses reporting shots fired near a medical facility before the victims sought help…
It Hit Like a Bomb: Bushfire Leaves Victorian Town in Ruins and Three Missing
A ferocious bushfire has ripped through parts of central Victoria, leaving a trail of destruction in its wake and prompting urgent concern for the wellbeing of three people who have not been located. The fire tore through the small rural town of Ruffy, obliterating homes, community buildings and infrastructure as firefighters struggled to contain the…
Power, Morality and Mischief: The Defining Moments of Trump’s New York Times Interview
In a wide‑ranging and candid discussion this week, President Donald Trump laid out his worldview on global power, military force and the limits of presidential authority in an interview with a major U.S. newspaper. The conversation came just days after a dramatic U.S. military operation that removed Venezuela’s president from power and put the country’s…
Ilia Malinin Thrills US Nationals with Quad-Filled Short Program
American figure skating star Ilia Malinin delivered a stunning performance in the men’s short program at the U.S. Figure Skating Championships in St. Louis, electrifying the crowd and establishing a commanding lead early in the competition. The 21‑year‑old skater executed a breathtaking routine packed with difficult elements, including a quad flip, a quad Lutz‑triple toe…
Trump Says He Will Meet Venezuela’s Machado and Hints at Land Strikes Against Drug Cartels
Donald Trump has announced plans to meet Venezuelan opposition leader María Corina Machado next week, marking a notable shift from his earlier dismissive stance toward her. This development comes shortly after a high-profile U.S. operation in Venezuela that led to the capture of President Nicolás Maduro and heightened tensions across the region. The future political…
Helen Goh’s Recipe for Baked Apples with Lemon and Tahini
A Light, Comforting Dessert for Cooler Days As the busy holiday season fades, many of us crave something that feels both nourishing and satisfying without being too heavy. These baked apples with lemon and tahini answer that perfectly — a tender, fragrant dessert that gently bridges indulgence and balance. The star of this dish is…
Russia Launches Hypersonic Oreshnik Missile in Large-Scale Attack on Ukraine
Russia Deploys Hypersonic Missile in Escalating Ukraine Conflict Russia has confirmed the use of a hypersonic Oreshnik missile during a large-scale overnight assault on Ukraine, signaling a new phase in the nearly four-year war and raising alarms across Europe. The missile was fired toward western Ukraine, a region that has largely avoided the most intense…
