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Turkey’s intel chief lays out country’s vision for Middle East, world - analysis

In the Middle East, Turkey seeks to play a key role if and when the Iran conflict winds down. Ankara will seek to grow its influence as Iran’s influence declines.

Turkey's President Recep Tayyip Erdogan speaks during a join press conference with Ethiopia's Prime minister during his official visit at the National Palace in Addis Ababa on February 17, 2026.
"In the fast-paced, digital world, premium hobbies such as 3D metal puzzles can help professionals to unload their minds while further boosting valuable meta skills."

Beyond the screen: Why 3D Metal Puzzles are the new "digital detox" for the modern professional

Captured Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro is escorted, as he heads towards the Daniel Patrick Moynihan United States Courthouse in Manhattan. in New York City, US, January 5, 2026.

Cuba is the next domino after Maduro’s fall - opinion

Saudi Crown Prince and Prime Minister Mohammed bin Salman arrives for meetings on Capitol Hill in Washington, DC, US, November 19, 2025.

As Iran weakens, Saudi Arabia faces a historic strategic choice - opinion


Trump said Rudy Giuliani will receive top US civilian honor

Following a car crash in New Hampshire, President Trump will award the former New York mayor a prestigious civilian medal.

Former New York mayor Rudy Giuliani greets Republican U.S. presidential nominee Donald Trump at the Trask Coliseum at University of North Carolina in Wilmington, North Carolina, U.S., August 9, 2016

Rest in the age of alerts: Redefining balance in a hyperconnected world

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South Korea says it fires shots after North Korean soldiers cross demarcation line

On Monday, the South's military said about 1,500 North Koreans were working on barbed wire installations and land work in the demilitarized zone, as the North was conducting military exercises.

Members of the Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) team stand after Mk82 bombs fell outside the shooting range during joint live-fire exercises near the demilitarized zone separating two Koreas in Pocheon, South Korea, March 6, 2025.

On display in Jerusalem: Newton's end of the world prophecy

Based on the Book of Daniel, Newton believed 2060 would usher in a new era of peace and divine order.

 On display in Jerusalem: Newton's end of the world prophecy.

Former Defense Minister Gallant heckled in New York

"Why should you be allowed to walk the streets of New York?" among the commentary from assailants.

 Yoav Gallant.

Democracy, liberty, and states of emergency: Five lessons from South Korea - opinion

In South Korea, the combination of broad and determined public involvement with functioning institutions that are still democratic seems to be effective and successful at keeping democracy afloat. 

SOUTH KOREAN President Yoon Suk Yeol delivers an address to the nation from the Presidential Office in Seoul last Thursday.

Australia passes social media ban for children under 16

Impacted companies have argued the legislation should be postponed until after the age verification trial.

 Social media and digital online concept, man using smart phone.

European hedgehog classified as 'near threatened' due to sharp population decline

Once classified as "Least Concern," the species is now recognized as "potentially threatened" due to a worrying downward trend in numbers over the past decade.

 Hedgehog.

World's fattest cat Kroshik dies after weight loss camp

Vets found cancerous tumors hidden under the cat's layers of fat, causing his speedy deterioration.

 Fat cat. Image by Yukari*, licensed under CC BY-SA 2.0.