Trump Mobile's MAGA phone has begun shipping to customers after delays and controversy surrounding its original 'made in USA' manufacturing claims and missed launch dates.

Standard & Poor's has upgraded Nigeria's credit rating, following similar upgrades from Fitch and Moody's in 2025, with a government official commenting on the development.

Mets reliever Luke Weaver reflects positively on his time with the Yankees, including a past encounter with Aaron Judge over etiquette when facing him as a pitcher for the Reds in 2023.

Trump announces the elimination of an ISIS second-in-command figure and credits Nigerian government partnership in the operation.

An ice cream recall has been issued affecting customers in 17 US states due to concerns over potentially damaged products or foodborne illness risks.

Some political observers view Andy Burnham, the Mayor of Greater Manchester, as a potential solution to Britain's current government crisis, though he would need to secure a parliamentary seat first.

Long Island Rail Road workers have initiated a strike over a contract dispute with transit officials, marking the first shutdown of the service in over 30 years.

A student at Henley College in the UK has died following meningitis cases, with two other students receiving treatment for the illness.

A byelection in Queensland's Stafford electorate, triggered by the death of independent MP Jimmy Sullivan, is expected to swing toward the opposition LNP in a result that could threaten Labor leader Steven Miles' position.

Long Island Rail Road workers have initiated a strike after negotiations over a new four-year contract stalled, with the MTA and unions agreeing on the first three years but unable to resolve disputes over the fourth year's terms.

The U.S. military has killed Abu-Bilal al-Minuki, described as ISIS's second-in-command, in a complex operation conducted with Nigerian government cooperation, according to President Trump.

US President Donald Trump announced that Abu-Bilal al-Minuki, a senior Islamic State operative, was killed in a combined US-Nigerian military operation.

An opinion piece criticizing The New York Times and NGOs for allegedly amplifying unverified claims against Israel without proper scrutiny.

An analysis arguing that across warfare, politics, and other domains, decisive victories have become increasingly difficult to achieve in the modern era.

A study examines how the Japanese concept of 'ibasho' (sense of belonging and place) helps disaster survivors, particularly those affected by the 2011 tsunami in Soma City, cope with trauma and rebuild their lives.

A proposed plan to exempt state pensioners from tax would benefit only 700,000 of the UK's 13 million pensioners, with experts describing it as an insufficient temporary measure.

Brussels relies on a door-to-door waste collection system for sorted trash rather than public garbage containers, though the system is facing scrutiny and questions about its effectiveness.

Council says water quality is excellent while Environmental Protection Agency says swim restrictions apply

Democratic representative Jason Crow discusses strategies for the Democratic Party to recruit stronger candidates and develop messaging to defeat Donald Trump and Republicans in upcoming elections.

A report examines the contrast between substantial oil revenue received by Akwa Ibom State's government and the deteriorated condition of a school in an oil-producing community, highlighting potential misalignment between resource wealth and local infrastructure investment.

Yankees rookie Spencer Jones, who turned 25 this week, is receiving guidance and support as he adjusts to playing in Major League Baseball.

Singapore's National Environment Agency launches a dengue prevention campaign as the country enters its traditional peak season, with case numbers down 66 per cent compared to the same period last year.

President Trump announced that ISIS's second-in-command, Abu-Bilal al-Minuki, has been eliminated, in a statement released late Friday night.

US women's handball players are training to compete in the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics, marking the first time the team will participate in the Games since 1996.

Following recent turbulent events in UK politics, Prime Minister Keir Starmer remains unchallenged for his party leadership, though rival Andy Burnham has emerged as a potential successor with a clearer path to power.

The WHO has revised downward the global hantavirus case count to 10 from 11 after a US passenger initially suspected of infection tested negative.

President Trump announced that U.S. and Nigerian military forces have killed Abu-Bilal al-Minuki, a leader of the Islamic State group operating in Nigeria.

An opinion piece argues that antisemitism in New York has increased and is now expressed through anti-Zionist rhetoric rather than explicit anti-Jewish language.

NATO's secretary-general Mark Rutte is scheduled to meet with European defence contractors in Brussels to encourage increased investment and production capacity amid alliance security concerns.

Chinese defence firms have made cryptic announcements suggesting they may have broken long-distance sniper rifle range records, though details remain unconfirmed and official statements are vague.

Pope Francis appointed a Salvadoran bishop with a background as an undocumented migrant, which is being interpreted as a symbolic rebuke to Trump's immigration policies and potentially strengthening US Catholic support for the Church.

Jazz Chisholm Jr. had a strong performance for the Yankees, with a humorous note about him wearing borrowed pants during the game.

Mitchell Gaff, 68, was apprehended after three undercover investigators posed as gum salespeople and entered his home to take DNA, according to court documents obtained by CNN

Former US President Trump announces that ISIS deputy leader Abu-Bilal al-Minuki has been killed in Nigeria, a country previously criticized by Trump for alleged Christian persecution.

The New York Times has responded to legal action taken by Israel by claiming the threat of litigation is designed to suppress independent journalism and reporting.

The article argues that the current international governance system through multilateral institutions requires fundamental reform to address contemporary global challenges.

Two Indigenous leaders in Guatemala who intervened to protect the 2023 election results face terrorism charges and imprisonment, with Amnesty International classifying them as prisoners of conscience.

The Eurovision Song Contest final is taking place in Vienna on Saturday with enhanced security measures in place, despite rainy weather and ongoing protests not deterring fan attendance and enthusiasm.

A politician named Talarico has declined to campaign with a Democratic candidate over antisemitic remarks the candidate allegedly made calling for 'a prison for American Zionists.' Talarico condemned the rhetoric as having no place in politics.

New York's public housing stock is deteriorating, with approximately 5% of the city's population, predominantly African American and Latino residents, living in aging buildings where renovation costs exceed demolition expenses.

The Vatican is preparing to release Pope Leo XIV’s first encyclical in the coming weeks

Author Reyna Grande has published a new essay collection titled 'Migrant Heart' in which she explores psychological impacts of family relationships and undocumented migration, framing the search for joy as a form of resistance.

Venezuela's opposition expresses skepticism about government institutional reforms while awaiting US backing for an electoral timeline, suggesting systemic change may be superficial.

Spain's castles are deteriorating due to underinvestment and lack of proper inventory, with experts warning that more than half risk collapse and some are being used for unauthorised activities like parties.

An 88-year-old Japanese anatomist and physician discusses his transition from medical practice to popular science writing, sharing his perspective on information barriers and cultural differences in how societies perceive technology like robots.