US says it struck vessel in the eastern Pacific, killing three men
Feb 20 – The U.S. military said on Friday that it struck a vessel in the eastern Pacific, killing three men, the latest such incident in recent months. Read More
New study probes why chronic pain lasts longer in women
Research shows the gap can be explained by biological differences in the immune system. Read More
US and Iran slide towards conflict as military build-up eclipses talks
Hopes are fading for a diplomatic solution to their standoff over Tehran’s nuclear programme. Read More
Hungary threatens to block Ukraine aid over oil row
The Druzhba oil pipeline was allegedly shut down after being damaged during a Russian attack in January. Read More
Alberta plans referendum to wrest control over immigration from Canadian government
CALGARY, Feb 19 – Alberta will hold a referendum this fall to ask residents if its government should limit the number of new international students, temporary foreign workers and asylum…
UK government considers removing ex-prince Andrew from line of succession
The police have also stepped up investigations into his conduct, quizzing the disgraced royal’s former protection officers. Read More
Catholic leaders bring communion to immigration detainees near Chicago after court win
BROADVIEW, Illinois, Feb 19 – For the first time in six years, two priests and a nun escorted by police have walked past barbed wire and concrete barriers to enter…
NASA says March 6 earliest date for Artemis 2 lunar launch
Pad work, a flight readiness review and a dress rehearsal analysis needed to be completed beforehand, said NASA. Read More
Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor’s ex-wife ‘Fergie’ also undone by Epstein ties
LONDON, Feb 20 – With the downfall of Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor near complete, the former prince no longer has Sarah Ferguson by his side. For decades his ex-wife was his rock,…
US Supreme Court strikes down Trump’s global tariffs
WASHINGTON, Feb 20 – The U.S. Supreme Court struck down Donald Trump’s sweeping tariffs that he pursued under a law meant for use in national emergencies, handing a stinging defeat…