International reactions intensify after the U.S.-Israeli strike on Iran and Tehran’s missile retaliation, with leaders urging restraint and diplomacy.

China says it supports peace efforts and negotiations in Ukraine and denies profiting from the war, reiterating its “objective and just” position.

International reactions intensify after the U.S.-Israeli strike on Iran and Tehran’s missile retaliation, with leaders urging restraint and diplomacy.

Two women told officials they are certain who abducted Nancy Guthrie, according to an investigative reporter. Authorities have not confirmed the claim.

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.

Shakira is slated to headline a free Copacabana Beach concert in Rio on May 2, following recent megashows by Madonna and Lady Gaga.

Rep. Ilhan Omar says Trump started an unauthorized war with Iran and urges Congress to vote immediately on a War Powers resolution.

Stanford Medicine researchers say SleepFM can flag long-term disease risks from one overnight sleep study. A Nature Medicine paper reports strong results across 130 conditions.

DHS says the funding shutdown will suspend TSA PreCheck and Global Entry and pause some FEMA work as emergency measures start Feb. 22.

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.

A federal judge dismissed xAI’s trade-secrets claims against OpenAI but allowed the complaint to be amended, marking an early win for OpenAI.

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