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A new confidential report says that Iran has increased its enriched uranium stockpiles close to weapons-grade levels.

Tehran nearing nuclear weapon capability, says new confidential report

As tensions rise in the Indo-Pacific, a geopolitical expert asserts that an invasion of Taiwan by China would take less than an hour. He says the quick actions wouldn't give the U.S. enough time to respond immediately.

If China invades Taiwan, one expert says it could be over in an hour

The Biden administration said it's “actively engaging” with the Israeli army after a deadly airstrike on the Gaza city of Rafah.

US is ‘actively engaging’ with Israel after deadly strike on Rafah

Thousands are being forced to evacuate today in Papua New Guinea, where officials have declared a state of emergency due to an ongoing landslide following last week's deadly incident. More than 2,000 people are believed to have been buried alive by a landslide in Papua New Guinea’s remote northern highlands last week, according to government officials.

Over 2,000 feared buried alive in Papua New Guinea landslide

Closing arguments are set to begin as former President Donald Trump's criminal trial winds down and moves to the hands of the jury.

Closing arguments to begin in Donald Trump’s criminal trial

China's stranglehold over the world's rare earth supply has reportedly been propped up by human rights and environmental abuses in Myanmar.

China’s rare earth dominance fueled by human rights abuses in Myanmar

For the first time, a millennial, known as "God's Influencer," is set to become a saint. Pope Francis paved the way on Thursday.

‘God’s Influencer’ has path cleared by pope to become first millennial saint

The U.S. is sending a significant amount of weaponry to Ukraine. However, the White House is restricting how it's used.

Calls grow for Biden to lift restrictions on US weapons in Ukraine

In a historic move for college sports, the NCAA agrees to a deal that would allow schools to directly pay their players

NCAA agrees to deal to allow schools to directly pay players

China has launched two days of 'punishment drills' against Taiwan. The Chinese military is surrounding the island with warships, warplanes and jets as it performs the drills, in a show of strength.

China military surrounds Taiwan, begins ‘punishment drills’ to warn new president

A stage collapses during a campaign event in Mexico, leaving at least nine people dead and dozens injured.

At least 9 dead after stage collapses at campaign rally in Mexico

How will the death of President Raisi impact Iran? Will it lead to a change in the region's militaristic landscape? Depends who you ask.

Will Raisi’s death impact Iran or not?

Israeli officials seize a camera and broadcasting equipment from The Associated Press but return it hours after receiving criticism.

Israel seizes AP equipment over war coverage; backlash leads to reversal

The EPA warned of escalated global cyber threats to U.S. water systems, prompting increased security and inspections.

EPA warns of cyber threats after finding major flaws in US water systems

Most passengers from a Singapore Airlines reached their final destination after a flight that encountered turbulence, resulting in one death.

Passengers arrive after turbulent Singapore Airlines flight from London

Ireland, Norway and Spain make a historic announcement: They will be recognizing a Palestinian state amid Israel's war with Hamas.

Ireland, Norway, Spain recognizing a Palestinian state; Israel responds

The UN stated that aid delivery from the U.S-built pier along the Gazan coast has been halted amid a handful of truck interceptions.

Amid worsening crisis, aid delivery being halted by UN from Gaza pier

A Washington Post investigation reveals the EU is financing efforts by Tunisia to intercept migrants and leave them stranded in the desert.

EU funding tied to efforts to drop migrants in African desert: Report

Ukraine is asking for more weapons from the U.S. and an end to weapons restrictions from the United States and its allies. However, it doesn't appear the U.S. is changing its policy for now.

Zelenskyy asks US, NATO to help hit targets in Russia, stop missiles

Port-au-Prince airport reopens after three-month closure due to escalating gang violence in Haiti, with ongoing efforts for stabilization.

Haiti reopens airport after months of gang violence. Where are the gangs now?

President Biden criticized the ICC's request for arrest warrants for Israeli leaders, rejecting claims of genocide by Israel.

Biden rejects International Criminal Court’s claims of Israel committing genocide

Funeral services for Iran's president following the deadly helicopter crash are underway. The prosecution rests its case in Trump's trial.

Iran begins funeral services for president killed in helicopter crash

The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) released a disturbing video Sunday, May 19, showing 8-year-old Ela Elyakim and her 15-year-old sister, Dafna, being coerced by Hamas terrorists into recording a message. The girls were held captive for 51 days before their release on November 26 during a temporary truce.

IDF releases Hamas video of Israeli child hostages forced to film propaganda

The sudden death of Iran's President Ebrahim Raisi brings uncertainty and raises questions about Iran's role in the Israel-Hamas war.

Questions swirl over Iran’s future after President Raisi’s sudden death