Russian and Iranian foreign ministers discussed Middle East hostilities, Iran’s nuclear program, freedom of navigation and safe passage for Russian ships through the Strait of Hormuz.

Russian President Vladimir Putin told President Donald Trump he was ready to declare a May 9 ceasefire in Ukraine during Victory Day commemorations, TASS reported, citing Kremlin aide Yury Ushakov.

Trump says the Israel-Lebanon ceasefire will be extended by three weeks after an Oval Office meeting with U.S., Israeli and Lebanese representatives.

Two people were killed and eight others were hospitalized after a shooting at an Amarillo apartment party early Saturday, police said.

A 10-question VT Daily Trivia set on Seychelles for high school seniors, covering politics, language, UNESCO sites, iconic beaches, and conservation. Quick, factual, and classroom-ready—see how much you know about this Indian Ocean nation.

Asha Bhosle has died in Mumbai at age 92. Prime Minister Narendra Modi paid tribute after news of her death was confirmed Sunday.

President Donald Trump said he is not satisfied with Iran’s latest proposal, which he said was delivered through Pakistani mediators as negotiations continued.

New research from Edith Cowan University found that higher sodium intake was associated with faster episodic memory decline in men over a 72-month period.

Spirit Airlines has permanently ceased all operations as of May 2, 2026, cancelling every flight and leaving 17,000 workers jobless. The collapse followed failed rescue talks and surging fuel costs. Automatic refunds will be issued to credit and debit card holders.

Tihar, Nepal’s five-day festival of lights, blends diyos, rangoli, Lakshmi worship, and unique rituals honoring crows, dogs, and cows, culminating in Bhai Tika. It’s distinct from Diwali while sharing the spirit of light, gratitude, and family.

QTS Data Centers is pressing ahead in the Digital Gateway legal battle after Compass Datacenters and Prince William County declined to continue defending the contested rezonings.

Nepal, a nation steeped in cultural heritage and artisanal crafts, is witnessing a remarkable surge in its fashion industry. As more local designers, brands,...