What to Know About Pope Francis’ Historic Asia Trip
Among his stops are Indonesia—the largest Muslim-majority country—and Singapore, which some view as an intermediary for China outreach.
At Least 129 People Reported Dead After Attempted Jailbreak From Congo’s Main Prison
At least 129 people are dead, authorities said—dozens killed by gunfire as they tried to escape and most others trampled in a stampede.
Putin Visits Mongolia in Defiance of ICC Arrest Warrant
The Mongolia visit is the first by the Russian President to a member state of the International Criminal Court since a warrant was issued against him related to alleged war crimes.
U.K. Suspends Some Arms Exports to Israel Over Risk of Breaking International Law
U.K. Prime Minister Keir Starmer's government said Monday that it's suspending exports of some weapons to Israel because they could be used to break international law — a move with limited m
U. S. Government Seizes Plane Used by Venezuelan President, Citing Sanctions Violations
WASHINGTON (AP) — The U.S. government has seized a luxury jet used by Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro that officials say was illegally purchased through a shell company and smuggled out of the Uni
Brazil Supreme Court Panel Upholds Judge’s Decision to Block X Nationwide
A Brazilian Supreme Court panel has upheld the decision of one of its justices to block billionaire Elon Musk’s social media platform X nationwide, according to the court’s website.
I Was Held Hostage by ISIS With Steven Sotloff. He Was the Bravest Among Us
In a personal essay, fellow reporter and former ISIS hostage Marc Marginedas remembers Sotloff’s relentless quest for justice.
Why the Eiffel Family and Others Don’t Like the Plan to Keep Olympic Rings on the Eiffel Tower
Paris Mayor Anne Hidalgo’s plan has received wide criticism, including from the descendants of the monument’s architect.
Israel’s First Nationwide Strike Begins Over Hostages Amid Deep Political Divisions
A rare call for a general strike to protest the failure to return hostages held in Gaza led to closures and other disruptions Monday.
Polio Vaccination Drive Begins in Gaza After First Case in 25 Years
The campaign began on Saturday and aims to reach about 640,000 children after the Strip reported its first polio case in 25 years.
Hvaldimir, a Beluga Whale Suspected to Be a Russian Spy, Was Mysteriously Found Dead
Hvaldimir—named by combining the Norwegian word for whale (hval) and Russian President Putin’s first name Vladimir—was known to be friendly.
The Oasis 2025 Tour Tickets Controversy: What Happened and Will Extra Dates Be Added?
For many, the quest for Oasis tickets has been marred with technological issues and pricing concerns.
Israel Recovers Bodies of Six Hostages in Gaza, Including Israeli-American
Israel on Sunday said it had recovered the bodies of six hostages in Gaza, including Israeli-American Hersh Goldberg-Polin.
Switzerland Reveals Which City Will Host Next Year’s Eurovision Song Contest
The Swiss city of Basel will host next year's Eurovision Song Contest from May 13 to 17, organizers announced on Friday.
New Zealand’s Māori King, Kiingi Tuheitia Pootatau Te Wherowhero VII, Dies at 69
Kiingi Tuheitia Pootatau Te Wherowhero VII died days after the celebration of his 18th year as the mostly ceremonial monarch.
Oasis Adds Extra Shows to 2025 Tour Amid High Demand For Gallagher Brothers’ Reunion
Oasis has added three more dates to its reunion tour, citing “unprecedented demand” for tickets.
How Nayib Bukele’s ‘Iron Fist’ Has Transformed El Salvador
A crackdown on gangs has made the authoritarian leader arguably the world's most popular head of state
Read the Transcript of President Bukele’s Interview With TIME | TIME
In an exclusive interview, President Nayib Bukele speaks about his crackdown on gangs and more. Read the full transcript.
Lea la Transcripción de la Entrevista de TIME Con el Presidente Nayib Bukele | TIME
En una entrevista exclusiva, el Presidente Nayib Bukele discutió su guerra contra las pandillas y más. Lea la transcripción.
Thai Court Sentences YouTube Chef, Who Is the Son of Spanish Actors, to Life in Prison for Murder
A court in Thailand on Thursday found Daniel Sancho Bronchalo, a member of a famous Spanish acting family, guilty of premeditated murder.
Suspects in Foiled Plot to Attack Taylor Swift Shows Aimed to Kill ‘Tens of Thousands’: CIA Official
The suspects in the foiled plot to attack Taylor Swift concerts in Vienna earlier this month sought to kill “tens of thousands."
Hong Kong Convicts Journalists of Sedition, Deepening Press Freedom Concerns
Two former editors were found guilty of publishing seditious articles, the first such convictions in decades in Hong Kong, a move likely to deepen press freedom concerns.
Israeli Military Says It Killed More West Bank Militants, Including Islamic Jihad Commander
Israel says Mohammed Jaber, known as Abu Shujaa, a well-known commander in the Islamic Jihad militant group, was among those killed in a large-scale operation in the occupied territory.
Exclusive: New Research Finds Stark Global Divide in Ownership of Powerful AI Chips
A new peer-reviewed paper, shared exclusively with TIME, set out to map AI across the globe. The findings were stark.
Israel Launches Biggest West Bank Raid in Two Decades, Killing at Least Nine Palestinians
At least 9 Palestinians were killed as the Israeli military sealed off the volatile city of Jenin.