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1968: A Year of Monumental Change

From the Vietnam War to the Civil Rights Movement, 1968 was a pivotal year that reshaped history

Israeli and Palestinian Authors Discuss 'The Future is Peace' in Aptos

Peace activists Aziz Abu Sarah and Maoz Inon share their personal stories and vision for Middle East conflict resolution.

Ex-Congresswoman Michelle Steel nominated as ambassador to South Korea

The 70-year-old Republican must be confirmed by the U.S. Senate before assuming the post.

UN Women's Conference Spotlights Taliban's 'Gender Apartheid' in Afghanistan

Speakers call for urgent action to restore rights and representation for Afghan women and girls

Trump's Allies Suffer Defeat as Hungarian PM Ousted

Center-right leader Péter Magyar wins landslide victory, dealing blow to Trump and MAGA movement

Trump Nominates Former Rep. Michelle Park Steel as U.S. Ambassador to South Korea

Steel would become the second Korean American to serve as U.S. ambassador to South Korea.

Trump nominates former lawmaker Michelle Steel as US ambassador to South Korea

The nomination of the Korean-American Republican will require congressional approval.

Cuba Oil Refinery Fire Deepens Fuel Crisis Amid US Sanctions

Blaze at Ñico López Refinery in Havana highlights Cuba's energy woes as US blocks Venezuelan oil shipments

Ecuador Hikes Colombia Tariffs to 100% Amid Border Security Feud

The escalating trade dispute is rooted in political tensions between the two countries' leaders.

Stanford Wins Custody Battle for Mao-Era Diaries

Court ruling keeps trove of Li Rui's personal records in hands of Hoover Institution, preserving a window into China's past.

UK Shelves Diego Garcia Deal After Trump Opposition

The Chagos Islands dispute highlights the fragility of the UK-US alliance and the need to balance military interests with human rights.

Trump Criticizes 'Weak' and 'Terrible' Pope Leo

Former president calls current pontiff's policies on crime and foreign affairs 'not good'

Hungary's Political Shift: Orban's Defeat and Magyar's Rise

Viktor Orbán's long reign as prime minister ends as the opposition party Magyar leads a new government.

UK Shelves Diego Garcia Deal After Trump Opposition

The decision has reignited the long-standing dispute over the Chagossians' right to return to their homeland.

Palestinian Girl Receives Life-Changing Treatment in UK After Gaza Missile Attack

Mariam Sabbah's journey highlights the ongoing crisis and need for medical evacuations from Gaza

Rubio Strikes Conciliatory Tone in Munich Speech on US-Europe Relations

Secretary of State acknowledges shared goals and need for cooperation, but warns against Europe's decline

US-Iran Peace Talks Fail: What's Next for the Middle East?

Collapse of negotiations in Islamabad raises questions about regional stability and diplomatic efforts

Canadian Hockey Captain Barred from Speaking French at Olympics

Incident sparks outrage over language rights at international sporting events

Trump Admin Arrests Relatives of Slain Iranian General in L.A.

Rubio targets family members of Qassem Suleimani, escalating tensions with Iran

China Urges Officials to Embrace Individuality, Resist 'Involution' Trend

As China drafts its new five-year plan, the Communist Party calls for strategic, tailored development over mindless pursuit of fads.

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