A Catholic bishop who now speaks forcefully on immigration does so not as a distant observer, but as someone whose own life was shaped by displacement, uncertainty, and welcome. For Bishop Michael Pham, protecting immigrants is not an abstract political position or a talking point rooted only in church teaching. It is a reflection of…
Brigitte Bardot’s Timeless Style: From Off-the-Shoulder Tops to Effortless French Chic The Birth of a Fashion IconBrigitte Bardot was far more than a film star; she became a symbol of post-war freedom, effortless elegance, and bold femininity. In an era when fashion often favored structured silhouettes, Bardot introduced a relaxed yet sensual style that resonated…
Rashid Shaheed’s impact on special teams continues to be a defining element of the New Orleans Saints’ success, and his latest punt-return touchdown against the Los Angeles Rams showcased both preparation and opportunity meeting at the perfect moment. Following the game, Shaheed explained that the explosive return was not a matter of chance. According to…
South Korea’s president has ignited a nationwide debate by urging that treatments for hair loss be considered for inclusion under the country’s public health insurance system, describing the issue for some young people as “a matter of survival.” His remarks have drawn sharp reactions across society and raised broader questions about how health, mental wellbeing,…
European Union leaders are facing growing pressure to approve a plan that would allow billions of euros in frozen Russian assets to be used to support Ukraine’s defence and recovery, a move that could significantly reshape Europe’s financial and political response to the war. At a crucial summit in Brussels, EU heads of state and…
An independent police watchdog has found that officers from New South Wales Police unlawfully arrested a man, applied a dangerous chokehold, and later attempted to delete video evidence of the encounter, raising serious questions about accountability, use of force, and transparency within the state’s largest law enforcement agency. According to the watchdog’s findings, the incident…
Guardian graphic. Source: Guardian analysis of historic maps including James Fitzroy McCarthy’s 1900 map and Paul Doumer’s map of French Indochina published in 1905 Historic Temples and Modern Conflict: Inside the Thailand–Cambodia Border Dispute The long-running border dispute between Thailand and Cambodia has once again escalated into open conflict in 2025, drawing international concern and…
EU Leaders Reaffirm Commitment to Ukraine European leaders meeting in Brussels placed the war in Ukraine at the center of European Council discussions, underscoring the conflict’s continued impact on the continent’s security and political unity. As Russia’s invasion grinds on, officials emphasized that sustained support for Kyiv remains a strategic priority rather than a temporary…
Trump Orders Blockade of Sanctioned Oil Tankers in Escalation Against Venezuela In a dramatic escalation of U.S. policy toward Venezuela, President Donald Trump announced on Tuesday that he is ordering a total blockade of all sanctioned oil tankers entering and leaving Venezuela, ratcheting up economic pressure on the government of President Nicolás Maduro. The move…
Elon Musk’s X Wins Appeal to Allow Australians Access to Charlie Kirk Shooting Footage In a significant legal victory for social media platform X, owned by Elon Musk, Australian authorities have reversed a decision that blocked access to videos showing the shooting of conservative commentator Charlie Kirk. The ruling came after X successfully appealed against…
Bondi terror attack updates: Aftermath, national response and proposed protest restrictions Australia is in mourning after a deadly terror attack at Bondi Beach in Sydney that killed at least 15 people and wounded many more during a Jewish Hanukkah celebration. The mass shooting has shaken the nation’s sense of security and drawn urgent calls for…
In a series of startling revelations that have roiled U.S. political and foreign policy debates, White House Chief of Staff Susie Wiles has raised eyebrows by suggesting that the Trump administration’s sustained military strikes on vessels near Venezuela may have a deeper objective than publicly stated. In interviews published this week, Wiles appeared to contradict…
