Hungarian PM Threatens to Oust Orbán-Era President
Hungary's new prime minister has said the government will amend the constitution to remove President Tamás Sulyok after he refused to stand down, according to the BBC.
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Spain’s Sánchez Fights for Survival Amid Scandals
Pedro Sánchez marks eight years as Spain's prime minister amid a wave of corruption investigations threatening his government, according to BBC.
Pochettino’s Email Decision Sparks Debate Over World Cup Cuts
U.S. men's national team coach Mauricio Pochettino used email to inform players who didn't make the 2026 World Cup roster, sparking widespread debate among fans and former players.
Pope Leo Warns of War and AI Risks as He Calls for Ethical Stewardship
Pope Leo XIV warned that 'war is back in vogue' and criticized the concentration of artificial intelligence in the hands of a few, according to CatholicVote.org and Business Insider.
Pope Leo Calls for AI to Be ‘Disarmed’ in First Major Encyclical
Pope Leo XIV has called for artificial intelligence to be 'disarmed' in his first major encyclical, 'Magnifica Humanitas,' drawing comparisons to historical failures in addressing moral crises. According to the BBC and National Catholic Reporter, the document emphasizes ethical responsibilities for AI developers and warns of risks like digital colonialism and dehumanizing technologies.
Pope Calls for AI to Be ‘Disarmed’ to Prevent Harm
Pope Leo XIV has called for the 'disarming' of artificial intelligence to prevent its use in domination and exclusion, according to an encyclical released on Monday.
Pope Leo Warns of AI Risks in First Encyclical
Pope Leo XIV has issued a warning about the risks of artificial intelligence in his first encyclical, Magnifica Humanitas, calling for greater societal control of the technology. According to DIE ZEIT.
Ecuador’s Noboa pledges to extradite criminals in State of the Union speech
Ecuadorian President Daniel Noboa pledged to extradite wanted criminals during his State of the Union speech, according to Al Jazeera.
Carney Says Alberta ‘Essential’ to Canada Amid Secession Debate
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney said Alberta is 'essential' to Canada's future on Friday, as the province's premier, Danielle Smith, pushes for a potential independence referendum.
Afghan Girl Fled Marriage, Seeks Education After Taliban Ban
Alia, 19, fled her village in Afghanistan to avoid an arranged marriage, traveling hundreds of miles to Kabul. The Taliban's ban on girls' education has left millions with no choice but marriage, according to the BBC.
Senegal President Sacks Former Ally, PM After Months-Long Feud
Senegalese President Bassirou Diomaye Faye has removed Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko and dissolved the government, marking the end of a months-long feud between the two leaders, according to BBC.
Why thousands of stock trades tied to Trump are raising eyebrows
Recent government filings have revealed that thousands of stock trades linked to former President Donald Trump were executed in the first quarter of this year, raising questions about the financial activities associated with his name. According to the BBC, these trades include shares in some of America's largest companies.
Canadian PM Says Alberta ‘Essential’ Amid Independence Push
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney said Alberta is 'essential' to the country’s future, hours after the province’s leader moved the oil-rich region closer to a referendum on independence.
Jeopardy! Today: Tristan Williams Wins $30,000 on May 18, 2026
Tristan Williams won $30,000 on 'Jeopardy!' on May 18, 2026, securing his 10th consecutive victory and title of 'super champion.'
Uncontrolled California wildfires seen from space
Satellite images have revealed the scale of two wildfires spreading in southern California, according to California Governor Gavin Newsom.