UK, Canada and Australia formally recognize Palestinian statehood
The United Kingdom, Australia and Canada formally recognized the Palestinian people’s right to statehood on Sunday, marking a historic turning point in the three nations’ foreign policy stance. Although recognition of a Palestinian state is largely symbolic at this point, it does signify Israel’s increasing isolation on the world stage since it launched its war […]
European airports continue to work through disruptions from cyberattack
A cyberattack that led to delays at European airports over the weekend continued to cause some disruption Sunday. The issues started late Friday, with airports in London, Brussels and Berlin reporting a cyberattack affecting Collins Aerospace software, a U.S.-based company that supplies airports with kiosks for check-in, boarding pass printing and baggage drop-off. As of […]
Can chatbots hear your prayers? Churches say apps can’t replace real confession
God speaks to his followers in many ways. But does that include chatbots? A recent study by the New York Times shows that millions are downloading apps to clear their conscience. The NYT reported religious apps top Apple’s App Store. The research shows people are paying up to $70 a year for a subscription. But […]
‘I forgive him’: Erika Kirk’s compassionate words to Charlie Kirk’s killer
Tens of thousands of people came out Sunday to State Farm Stadium to remember Charlie Kirk, the conservative commentator who was fatally shot during an event at Utah Valley University. Hours before the event started, there were lines outside the venue. People had signs with the Turning Point USA logo on them, as well as […]
New details on TikTok takeover emerge, including Murdoch investment
More details about a potential U.S. takeover of TikTok emerged Sunday, following the Trump administration’s announcement earlier this week that a deal between Washington and Beijing is imminent. While some of the investors involved had been made public, President Donald Trump said during an interview on Sunday that Rupert and Lachlan Murdoch would likely be […]
‘Nothing stops reporters’: Trump signals support for Pentagon press corps
Despite his contentious relationship with journalists and the mainstream media, President Donald Trump seemed to side with Pentagon reporters on Sunday, when asked about the Department of War’s (DoW) new press policies. His comments came in response to a question about limiting media access to the Pentagon and Pentagon officials. ‘Nothing stops reporters’ As he […]
Taliban denies Bagram Air Base negotiations despite Trump’s threats
The Taliban on Sunday denied claims that it is negotiating over the former U.S. Bagram Air Base. On Saturday, President Donald Trump warned of consequences if the site is not returned to the United States. Taliban army chief Qari Fasihuddin, in a statement, rejected any suggestion of talks, saying the group would not cede “even […]
Trump says he will give Presidential Medal of Freedom to Ben Carson
President Donald Trump announced he plans to give Ben Carson, a former rival turned member of his first administration’s cabinet, the Presidential Medal of Freedom, The Associated Press wrote. “Congratulations, Ben. He didn’t know this,” Trump said during a Saturday event at the American Cornerstone Institute, which Carson founded. “He didn’t know it. I hope […]
Newsom signs No Secret Police Act, bans law enforcement facial coverings
California Gov. Gavin Newsom on Saturday signed first-in-the-nation legislation barring most law enforcement agents, including at the federal level, from wearing some facial coverings while executing their duties in the state. The bill was first introduced in June, following U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) raids across Los Angeles. No Secret Police Act signed into […]
