Greece becomes first Orthodox Christian country to legalize same-sex civil marriage Friday, 16 February 2024, 09:54 Last update: about 4 years ago Greece on Thursday became the first Orthodox Christian country to legalize same-sex civil marriage, despite opposition from the influential, socially conservative Greek Church. A cross-party...
Delta flight forced to make U-turn as maggots fall on passengers from bag of rotting fish Friday, 16 February 2024, 09:48 Last update: about 4 years ago A Delta flight between Amsterdam and Detroit was forced back to The Netherlands on Tuesday when a shower of maggots fell on passengers from a suitcase of rotting fish that had been stowed in the...
UK voters deliver double blow to Rishi Sunak, electing Labour lawmakers in 2 special elections Friday, 16 February 2024, 09:44 Last update: about 4 years ago Associated Press Voters in two districts in England delivered new blows to beleaguered Prime Minister Rishi Sunak, electing opposition-party lawmakers in seats that Sunak’s Conservatives had held for...
At least 8 children among 22 hit by gunfire at end of Chiefs' Super Bowl parade; 1 person killed Thursday, 15 February 2024, 07:14 Last update: about 4 years ago Associated Press Eight children were among 22 people hit by gunfire in a shooting at the end of Wednesday's parade to celebrate the Kansas City Chiefs' Super Bowl win, authorities said, sending terrified fans...
Ash Wednesday and Valentine's Day fall on the same day this year - Here's what you need to know Wednesday, 14 February 2024, 07:28 Last update: about 4 years ago Associated Press Feb. 14 is a holiday heavyweight this year due to a calendar collision of events. Yes, it's Valentine's Day, the fixed annual celebration of love and friendship, marked by cute couples,...
NATO leader says Trump puts allies at risk by saying Russia can 'do whatever the hell they want’ Monday, 12 February 2024, 07:53 Last update: about 4 years ago Associated Press The head of the NATO military alliance warned Sunday that Donald Trump was putting the safety of U.S. troops and their allies at risk after the Republican presidential front-runner said...
At least 50 Palestinians killed in Gaza airstrikes during Israeli rescue operation of 2 hostages Monday, 12 February 2024, 07:49 Last update: about 4 years ago Associated Press The Israeli military rescued two hostages in a dramatic raid under fire from the Gaza Strip early Monday, marking a small but symbolically significant success in its quest to bring home over 100...
American allies worry the US is growing less dependable, whether Trump or Biden wins Sunday, 11 February 2024, 19:02 Last update: about 4 years ago Associated Press As chances rise of a Joe Biden-Donald Trump rematch in the U.S. presidential election, America’s allies are bracing for a bumpy ride. Many worry that a second term for Trump would be...
Gaza mediators and others warn Israel of disaster if it launches a ground invasion on crowded Rafah Sunday, 11 February 2024, 07:31 Last update: about 4 years ago Associated Press Israel’s neighbors and key mediators warned Saturday of disaster and repercussions if its military launches a ground invasion in Gaza’s southern city of Rafah, where Israel says...
Putin urges US to push Ukraine to talks, hints at possible swap of imprisoned WSJ reporter Friday, 9 February 2024, 10:00 Last update: about 4 years ago Associated Press Russian President Vladimir Putin used an interview with former Fox News host Tucker Carlson to urge Washington to recognize Moscow's interests and persuade Ukraine to sit down for talks. Putin...