Asma al-Assad, the former first lady of Syria, is known for her sharp thorns and ruthless pursuit of power. Learn more about the controversial figure and her tumultuous rise to prominence.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is set to begin his long-awaited trial amidst escalating tensions in the region. The trial comes as Israel faces criticism for its actions in Syria, including accusations of violating international law.
Exploring the controversy surrounding 'ghost guns' and the use of homemade firearms in the United States and beyond.
Footage of Bidens allegedly ignoring Kamala Harris and her husband at an event raises questions about their relationship.
Australian media tycoon Rupert Murdoch has lost a legal battle with his own children over the succession of his companies. His plan to give equal power to all of his children has been challenged, leading to a family feud.
Israel expresses concerns about the rise of rebel forces dominated by jihadists following the fall of the Syrian regime and takes actions to secure the region.
Authorities in the United States have detained a man for questioning after the high-profile murder of insurance executive Brian Thompson in New York.
Syrian rebels uncover a vast underground tunnel network beneath Maher al-Assad's house in Damascus, potentially used for storing gold and weapons. The discovery raises questions about military infrastructure and hidden shelters in war-torn Syria.
Taiwan has raised its military readiness and started military exercises in response to the presence of Chinese warships near the island and restrictions imposed in Chinese airspace.
Russian state media reports that Syrian President Bashar al-Assad has arrived in Moscow based on Kremlin sources, though the news is not confirmed by independent sources.
Divers from the New York Police Department are combing through the largest pond in Central Park in search of the weapon used to murder UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thomson.
The storm Darragh has tragically resulted in the loss of two lives in the United Kingdom. Thousands of homes across the country were left without power as a result.
As the Syrian regime faces collapse again in the face of jihadist rebels, reports suggest that the family of President Bashar al-Assad has sought refuge in Russia. However, doubts remain over whether Russian President Vladimir Putin is willing to 'save' his ally Assad.
World leaders gather under heavy security for the reopening of Notre-Dame in Paris, five years after a devastating fire destroyed the iconic cathedral.
The US Secretary of State has urged Turkey to protect civilians in Syria, including minorities, in a discussion with the Turkish Foreign Minister.
A veertigtal heads of state and government officials, including Donald Trump and Volodimir Zelenski, are set to attend the reopening of Notre-Dame Cathedral in Paris, which was devastated by a fire in April 2019.
Jihadist rebels are at the gates of Homs in Syria causing fear among the local population. Recent violence has led to over 800 casualties. Read more on the latest developments.
The police in St. Petersburg, Florida, have arrested a man accused of shooting his ex-girlfriend dead over three years ago, thanks to an old TikTok video.
A powerful earthquake with a magnitude of 7.0 has struck the American state of California, according to the United States Geological Survey (USGS). The earthquake initially reported as 6.6, hit the town of Ferndale at a depth of approximately 10 kilometers. The US National Tsunami Center has issued a tsunami warning for the northern coastline of the state, particularly around San Francisco Bay.
Israel is facing increasing international criticism following a new report by Amnesty accusing the country of genocide in Gaza. Find out how Israel is responding to these accusations.
The value of bitcoin has surpassed $100,000 for the first time overnight from Wednesday to Thursday, reaching new heights in the cryptocurrency market.
Dutch Defence Minister Ruben Brekelmans states that increasing defense spending norm is not necessary to prevent war, despite NATO's call for more investment in defense.
Germany is considering sending troops to Ukraine in case of a possible ceasefire with the Russian aggressor. Paris and London are also contemplating similar actions.
Former nurse Lucy Letby, who was sentenced to life imprisonment for the deaths of babies and attempted murders, has been questioned about other suspicious deaths.
An incident occurred on the Baltic Sea between a Russian ship and a helicopter belonging to the German military. German Foreign Minister Annalena Baerbock briefly mentioned the incident at a NATO meeting in Brussels, highlighting concerns over ships involved in bypassing sanctions imposed on Russia in the Baltic Sea. Baerbock announced increased patrols in the region and tighter surveillance on underwater cables and pipelines following recent damage to two data cables in the area, potentially due to sabotage.
Iran finds itself in a dilemma as its regional influence diminishes due to recent setbacks in Syria and Lebanon, leading to concerns about its power position and potential development of nuclear weapons.
The United States has accused China of engaging in 'dangerous maneuvers' in the South China Sea, following an incident involving Chinese and Filipino vessels.
A tragic incident occurred on the island of Koh Samui, where a 24-year-old Russian actress, Kamilla Beliatskai, drowned after being swept off a rock by a powerful wave while meditating.
Eindhoven chipmaker NXP is partnering with Taiwanese TSMC giant to expand a billion-dollar factory in Singapore for the Chinese market.
Georgian police deployed a water cannon and tear gas at new pro-European protests in the capital Tbilisi. Demonstrators carrying Georgian and European flags threw fireworks.
