Calgary city council reversed course, deciding not to fire City Manager David Duckworth following a critical report on the city's water main failures. Discover the inside story of the tense closed-door meeting.
In a significant diplomatic move, Pope Leo XIV met with Venezuelan opposition figure María Corina Machado on January 12, 2026. This surprise audience signals potential Vatican engagement in the nation's political crisis. Read the full details.
In a major foreign policy address, Pope Leo XIV criticized countries using force to assert control. Read his powerful message on global power and diplomacy.
Pope Leo XIV concluded the 2025 Jubilee Year by shutting the Holy Door and delivering a powerful message against materialism and fear of outsiders. Read his full address.
The Vatican declares the 2025 Catholic Jubilee Year a major success, with over 33 million pilgrims visiting Rome. Pope Francis opened the Holy Door in December 2024 to commence the event.
The Vatican reports a historic 33.5 million pilgrims visited Rome for the Catholic Holy Year. Pope Leo XIV presided over key events, marking a major moment for global Catholicism.
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander led the Oklahoma City Thunder to a dominant 131-94 victory over the injury-plagued Golden State Warriors on January 2, 2026. Get the full game recap and analysis.
Pope Leo XIV opened 2026 with a powerful New Year's Day Mass, pleading for peace in nations ravaged by conflict and for families suffering from violence. Read his full message.
Pope Leo XIV closed 2025 with a plea for Rome to welcome foreigners. Read his New Year's message and the global context of his appeal.
A culture of fear has gripped the State Department's legal office, with staff afraid to give candid advice. This erosion of independent legal counsel raises alarms about U.S. foreign policy and international law compliance.
Pope Leo XIV used his Christmas Day mass to call on the faithful to reject indifference in the face of suffering, delivering a poignant message during global turmoil. Read his full address.
In his first Christmas message, Pope Leo XIV remembered the suffering in Gaza and issued a powerful call for peace. Read his urgent appeal for an end to the Israel-Hamas war.
Canadian singer Michael Bublé's emotional performance for Pope Leo XIV underscores the timeless power of Schubert's 'Ave Maria,' marking its 200th anniversary. Discover the story behind the hymn and the concert with Rome's poor.
Pope Leo XIV delivered a nuanced Christmas message to the Roman Curia, subtly critiquing Vatican culture in a style reminiscent of his predecessors. Read the full analysis of his 2025 address.
Pope Leo XIV has called cardinals from around the world to the Vatican for a crucial meeting to assist in governing the Catholic Church. The assembly highlights his collaborative leadership approach.
Pope Leo XIV, the first American pontiff, confronts a historic test as he faces off against the policies and rhetoric of President Donald Trump. Explore the Vatican's diplomatic strategy and the divided U.S. bishops.
A significant collection of Indigenous artifacts from the Vatican Museums has been repatriated to Canada, marking a pivotal moment in reconciliation and cultural restoration. Read the full story.
Four protesters were arrested at the Tower of London after targeting the Imperial State Crown with food. The historic Jewel House was temporarily closed. Get the full story.
Sacred Indigenous artifacts from the Vatican's collection are returning to Canada today, marking a significant step in reconciliation and cultural repatriation efforts.
Mayors across Halton Region are urging the Ontario government to declare a state of emergency to address the intertwined crises of homelessness and addiction. Learn about their urgent call for action.
Canada has officially removed Syria from its list of state supporters of terrorism and lifted sanctions against its interim government. Learn the details and implications of this major foreign policy shift.
The Canadian government has formally removed Syria from its list of foreign state supporters of terrorism, marking a significant diplomatic shift. Explore the details and implications of this decision.
The Vatican has endorsed a replacement for an underground bishop in China, a significant move in Sino-Vatican relations. This decision highlights ongoing religious diplomacy.
The year 2025 saw the passing of influential figures like Pope Francis and commentator Charlie Kirk, whose deaths resonated worldwide. Explore the lasting impact of these losses.
Germany's President Frank-Walter Steinmeier visits the WWII Coventry bombing site, a symbolic gesture of unity as Europe strengthens its front against Russia. Details on the state visit.
A U.S. military operation in Syria in October 2025 allegedly resulted in the death of an undercover agent, not a senior Islamic State official as intended. The incident raises serious questions about intelligence and operational failures.
Pope Leo XIV has dissolved a Vatican fundraising commission created under questionable circumstances. Get the latest details on this significant administrative move.
U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio faces intense online mockery after renaming an institute for Donald Trump and calling him a 'President of Peace,' a claim critics call absurd given Trump's recent actions. Read the fiery social media backlash.
A court hearing in the Luigi Mangione state murder case revealed new details about his arrest. Get the latest facts from the Manhattan proceedings.
A protest outside a Toronto debate on the Israeli-Palestinian conflict turned confrontational, leading to two arrests and two ejections. Get the full details on the incident and the charged atmosphere.