South African Human Rights Lawyer Is Awarded Nobel Peace Prize

Heavy rain batters Chile’s capital, sweeping away cars, flooding homes

SANTIAGO, Chile — Heavy rains drenched Chile’s capital and the surrounding region Thursday, triggering mudslides that swept cars through streets, flooded homes, forced residents to evacuate and injured at least six people, authorities said. President Jose Antonio Kast declared a state of emergency for Las Condes, a wealthy suburb east of Santiago, giving government agencies more

Three Saudi nationals killed in Houthi attacks on Riyadh airport

The missile attacks come amid an escalation in fighting between the Iran-backed group and Saudi Arabia, which backs Yemen's government.

Russian strike on Ukrainian public buses kills 30 people

KYIV, Ukraine — A Russian-guided bomb exploded next to public buses filled with passengers in eastern Ukraine, authorities said Thursday, killing 30 people as part of a wave of attacks that also worsened power outages in the capital. The morning attack occurred next to a bus stop in the war-torn city of Kramatorsk in Ukraine’s

Ethiopia warns Eritrea it will defend itself after troops cross border

Truckloads of Eritrean soldiers have been seen driving into Ethiopia, which has reportedly responded with drone strikes.

South Carolina couple start HVAC firm with $2,000 after job loss; now eye $8 million revenue

A South Carolina couple started an air-conditioning business with just $2,000 after losing their jobs in December 2020. Stephanie and David Postell founded Anchor Heating and Air in 2021, dividing responsibilities between operations and technical services. Nearly five years later, their company is on track to generate more than $8 million in annual revenue.

Palace: Healthy Duterte can ‘reveal the truth’ at ICC trial

SINGAPORE — Malacañang on Friday said it hoped former President Rodrigo Duterte would be physically and mentally healthy enough to face the accusations against him and “reveal the truth” after the International Criminal Court (ICC) found him fit to stand trial. Asked about the ruling, Palace Press Officer Claire Castro said Duterte’s health would enable

Dakota Johnson sells renovated LA ‘tree house’ for $5.92M after buying it for $3.55M

Dakota Johnson has successfully sold her stunning Los Angeles residence for an impressive $5,924,372, having owned the property since 2016. Initially purchased for $3.55 million amid her burgeoning career, the midcentury home underwent extensive renovations to elevate its charm. Listed at $6 million, it quickly found a buyer, closing a notable chapter in the actress's life.

Anonymous donor gives $1 million to nurses to pay student loans

Mick Foley raised over $40,000 for wrestlers in need via charity shirt auctions

Former CIA agent to forfeit $100M in Florida homes, gold and luxury watches

Marcos to attend Singapore F1 race, Palace confirms

SINGAPORE — President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. will attend the Formula 1 Singapore Grand Prix during his working visit here, Malacañang confirmed on Friday, citing opportunities to meet business leaders and discuss potential investments. Palace Press Officer Claire Castro said Marcos was invited by Singapore Prime Minister Lawrence Wong and viewed the event as an opportunity

UK mother-son duo fitted kitchens to fund vegan supplement brand, now worth £55m in annual sales

A UK mother-son duo spent £15,000 developing a vegan protein supplement before taking up kitchen fitting work to fund their first stock. Founded in 2017, Free Soul has grown into a supplements business with £55 million annual turnover and 50 employees. Its products are now sold through major UK retailers, including Tesco, Boots and Sainsbury's.