Turkey school shooting: Teacher shields students with body, dies
Heroic teacher Ayla Kara died shielding students during deadly Turkey school shooting that killed nine people in Kahramanmaras.
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Hegseth: US controls Strait of Hormuz, warns Tehran “We’re watching”
US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth warns Iran that America controls the Strait of Hormuz, threatening naval blockade as “mildest option” while pursuing diplomacy.
Bardella confirms relationship with Princess Carolina: “I am very happy”
French far-right leader Jordan Bardella publicly confirms his relationship with Italian Princess Maria Carolina, stating “I am very happy” in a major political revelation.
$240 million US Navy drone mysteriously crashes in Persian Gulf
A $240 million US Navy MQ-4C Triton drone mysteriously crashed in the Persian Gulf under unclear circumstances, sparking investigations amid regional tensions.
Former Virginia lieutenant governor kills wife, then himself
Former Virginia lieutenant governor Justin Fairfax kills wife then commits suicide at their home while children were present, police confirm murder-suicide.
King Charles to address US Congress during historic state visit
King Charles III will make history as only the second British monarch to address the US Congress during his April state visit, amid diplomatic tensions.
Iran threatens Red Sea blockade as diplomatic tensions soar
Iran threatens to block the Red Sea if US maintains naval blockade of Iranian ports, escalating Middle East tensions and raising global shipping concerns.
Shocking kidnapping in Nebraska: Woman stabs 3-year-old child
31-year-old woman kidnaps and stabs 3-year-old at Nebraska Walmart before being fatally shot by police. Child survives with minor injuries.
Pezeshkian warns US: “Any attempts to force Iran to surrender will fail”
Iran’s President Pezeshkian warns US that attempts to force Tehran’s surrender will fail, while Trump suggests Iran deal “very likely” by end of April.
Peter Magyar demands Hungary’s president resign or face removal
Hungarian election winner Peter Magyar demands president’s resignation, threatens constitutional changes to remove Orban allies from key government positions.
Trump on Strait of Hormuz: “Opening it for China, President Xi will give me a big, strong hug”
Trump announces permanent opening of Strait of Hormuz, citing China’s satisfaction and agreement to halt weapons shipments to Iran in exchange for cooperation.
Trump attacks Meloni in Corriere della Sera: “I’m shocked, thought she had courage but I was wrong”
Trump slams Italian PM Meloni in explosive interview, calling her “unacceptable” over Iran nuclear stance and criticizing Pope Leo XIV’s war comments.