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A Chinese naval ship patrolling near the coast of Taiwan.

China Is Getting Ready to Blockade Taiwan, New Reports Say

China appears to be preparing for a potential blockade of Taiwan. A blockade is when a country uses its military ships and p…

Édouard Balladur, Former French Prime Minister, Dies at 97

Édouard Balladur has died. He was 97 years old. He served as the Prime Minister of France in the 1990s. Balladur led the Fre…
Russian ruble currency symbols and military gear representing economic shifts.

Russia’s economy is in trouble, former Finance Minister says

A former top Russian official says the country is headed for big trouble. Mikhail Zadornov, who used to be Russia's Finance …
A close-up of a generic robot vacuum cleaner sitting on a hardwood floor.

Man goes to jail after using robot vacuum to catch his cheating wife

A man has been sent to prison for the way he caught his wife cheating. He wanted to prove his wife was having an affair. To …
Prime Minister Andy Burnham speaking at the podium in the House of Commons.

Andy Burnham gives first speech as Prime Minister

Andy Burnham has given his first speech in Parliament as the new Prime Minister. He told lawmakers that the UK is in need of…
An illustration showing a military missile being prepared for launch.

Report: Russia is helping Iran build super-fast missiles

A big new report says Russia is secretly helping Iran build powerful weapons. Specifically, they are helping Iran develop su…
An aerial view showing a damaged building and debris in an urban area.

New US Missile Linked to Damage in Iran

A report says a new American missile was used in an attack on a city in Iran. The report claims the weapon left a trail of m…
Rescue teams working in a muddy, debris-filled area near the Tibet-Nepal border.

Rescue Efforts Continue After Major Landslide and Flood in Tibet

Rescue workers are still struggling to reach people in parts of Tibet hit by a massive flood and landslide. Days have passed…
A split image showing the flags of Brazil and the United States side by side.

New concerns arise over US influence in Brazilian elections

People are talking a lot about Brazil’s upcoming elections. Many are worried that the United States is trying to get involve…
Vladimir Putin and the President of Iran speaking together at an international summit.

Putin and Iran Join Forces to Challenge U.S. Influence

Russian President Vladimir Putin and the leadership of Iran are getting closer. The two leaders met recently at an internati…
Damaged buildings and debris in a residential area of Kyiv following a Russian air strike.

Russian Attacks Hit Kyiv for Sixth Night, Killing 12

For the sixth night in a row, Russia has launched air attacks against Ukraine. The strikes hit near the capital city of Kyiv…
Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni speaking at a formal government event.

Giorgia Meloni Sets New Record for Stability in Italy

Italy is famous for having governments that change all the time. Usually, Italian leaders don't stay in charge for very long…
A view of the Icelandic flag flying near the parliament building in Reykjavik.

Iceland Says No to Joining the EU

Iceland has decided not to join the European Union. In a recent vote, the country chose to stop any talks about becoming a m…

Spanish Leader Says Russia and Israel Spread Lies About Migrant Crisis

Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez has spoken out about the recent migrant crisis in Ceuta. He says that Morocco is not re…
People gathered together carrying their belongings while trying to find a place to live.

Millions Forced Out of Their Homes in Afghanistan

A huge number of people are being forced to leave their homes in Afghanistan. About six million people have been caught up i…
A Polish soldier standing in front of military tanks and equipment.

Poland is building Europe's biggest army

Poland has decided to make a big change. They want to stop relying on other countries for their weapons. Instead, they are g…
A view of a small military drone hovering over a field in Ukraine.

Russian Soldiers Are Using Drones to Surrender in Ukraine

A strange new trend is happening on the battlefield in Ukraine. Russian soldiers are finding new ways to give up and stop fi…

UN Says Countries Should Pay for Slavery's Lasting Damage

A powerful committee at the United Nations just made a big statement. They say that countries have a legal duty to pay for t…
A French naval frigate sailing on the open ocean.

Sweden Buys Four New Warships from France

Sweden is getting a major upgrade for its navy. The country just signed a deal to buy four new warships from France. These s…
A view of missile debris being analyzed by Ukrainian defense officials.

Ukraine Says Russia’s 'Zircon' Missile Isn't What It Claims

Russia has been telling the world that its new Zircon missile is a super-fast 'hypersonic' weapon that is impossible to stop…
A view of the United States Capitol building during a sunny day.

Partisan fight stalls help for military widows

Military widows are stuck in the middle of a fight in Washington. These are the families of soldiers who died while serving …
A dark, blurred image showing military activity and smoke in a Ukrainian city.

Russia Plans New Attacks as War Situation Gets Worse

Things in the war between Russia and Ukraine are getting much more dangerous. Recent reports from several news outlets say t…
A close-up of a high-tech drone used for surveillance and defense operations.

Ukraine's former defense leader looks to move on with new tech projects

Mykhailo Fedorov, a high-ranking official who recently left his job as Ukraine’s defense leader, is making some big moves. H…
A window air conditioning unit humming on a hot summer day.

Air Conditioning Saves Lives But Makes the Planet Hotter

Staying cool is a matter of life and death when the weather gets dangerously hot. Thousands of people stay alive every year …
An empty meeting room with flags representing various Pacific Island nations.

Pacific Islands Summit in Trouble as Leaders Stay Home

A big meeting of Pacific Island leaders is happening right now in Palau, but things are off to a rocky start. Several import…
A split screen graphic showing Donald Trump and military imagery representing the U.S. and Iran.

Trump Promises 'Hard' Response to Iran as Tensions Heat Up

The conflict between the U.S. and Iran is heating up again. After weeks of relative quiet, the two sides have exchanged mili…
A cargo ship traveling through the Black Sea during a grain transport mission.

Turkey Pushes for New Black Sea Grain Deal

Turkey is working hard to get a new deal in place for moving grain across the Black Sea. Right now, there are concerns that …
A rescue worker looking over a flooded landscape in Nepal.

Weekend News: Flooding Crisis in Nepal and Court Ruling on AI

Heavy rain and flooding have caused a lot of trouble in Nepal and Tibet. Rescue teams are struggling to reach people in the …
A vibrant underwater coral reef that is showing signs of white bleaching due to heat stress.

World's Coral Reefs Are Running Out of Time

Our planet's coral reefs are in big trouble. Scientists are warning that the world’s oceans are warming up way too fast. Bec…
A close-up view of a security perimeter at a German airport with police vehicles nearby.

Germany preps response after drone bomb linked to Russia

Germany is getting ready to answer for a scary incident at one of its airports. Someone tried to use a drone to plant an exp…
A view of the destroyed school building in Nepal after flash floods swept through the area.

Principal Saves 900 Students Minutes Before School Is Washed Away

A school principal in Nepal is being called a hero today. He saved the lives of 900 students by acting fast when disaster st…
Rescue boats and personnel searching the dark waters where a ferry capsized.

Search underway after ferry capsizes off Northern Cyprus

A major search is happening right now in Northern Cyprus. A ferry boat carrying hundreds of people tipped over and sank in t…
A playground in Singapore with families nearby, highlighting the country's push for more children.

Singapore's Big Fight to Boost Birth Rates

Singapore is facing a major problem: not enough babies are being born. The government is trying everything to turn this arou…
A close-up of a bank building with a military jet flying in the background.

Canada Wants to Build a Giant 'Defense Bank' for Weapons

Canada is trying to get a big new project off the ground. They want to create a special bank just for defense spending. The …
An Italian princess standing in front of her historic family palace.

An Italian princess is opening her palace to tourists

Living in a giant, old palace sounds like a dream. But for an Italian princess, it is actually a lot of work. Keeping these …
A close-up view of German election posters in a city street.

Germany faces a big shift as far-right party gains power

Germany is heading toward a major turning point. A far-right party called the AfD is expected to do very well in upcoming st…