South African opposition figure sentenced to five years

Afrikaner lobby groups have tried to get the song banned, but South Africa’s Supreme Court of Appeal has ruled that a “reasonably well-informed person” would understand that the song, which…

How the Iran War, Then the U.S. Blockade, Has Changed the Strait of Hormuz: Maps

Iranian threats hobbled shipping through the Strait of Hormuz during the war, moving what little remained north into its own waters. Before war Feb. 18–27 After Iranian retaliation April 3–12…

Four killed in second Turkish school shooting in two days

Three students and one teacher died in the attack, according to the local governor.

Goldman Sachs makes surprise jump into Bitcoin ETFs with a product one analyst dubs ‘boomer candy’

Goldman Sachs has long been content to watch the crypto craze from the sidelines, but in a surprise move, the big bank on Tuesday revealed plans for its own product…

Sixteen injured after ex-student opens fire at high school in Turkey

One witness told local media: “He [the gunman] was a kid, about 17-18 years old. Suddenly, he walked through the front door (of the school yard). As soon as he…

Reports: UNC lands Virginia Tech transfer Neoklis Avdalas

Feb 21, 2026; Blacksburg, Virginia, USA; Virginia Tech Hokies guard Neoklis Avdalas (17) celebrates with fans after the game at Cassell Coliseum. Mandatory Credit: Brian Bishop-Imagn Images North Carolina head…

Peru election drags into second day after ballot delivery fiasco

Technical and logistical problems mean Peruvians choosing a new president and members of Congress continue to vote on Monday.

Hungary’s Orban Concedes Election Defeat

new video loaded: Hungary’s Orban Concedes Election Defeat transcript Back transcript Hungary’s Orban Concedes Election Defeat Hungary’s prime minister, Viktor Orban, who has inspired populist movements globally, conceded defeat on…

Jannik Sinner tops rival Carlos Alcaraz for another Masters 1000 title

Mar 29, 2026; Miami Gardens, FL, USA; Jannik Sinner of Italy celebrates his victory over Jiri Lehecka of the Czech Republic in the final of the men’s singles at the…

Here’s how a U.S. naval blockade of the Strait of Hormuz could work

President Donald Trump announced Sunday that the U.S. Navy would immediately impose a blockade on the Strait of Hormuz after ceasefire talks with Iran failed to produce a deal. That would…