South Korea Police Raid Office of Incoming Medical Group Leader Amid Protracted Strikes
South Korea police searched the office of the incoming leader of Korea Medical Association and confiscated his mobile phone, amid protracted walkouts by medical interns and residents.
Annual Best Baguette Prize Awarded in Paris
Baker Xavier Netry was chosen this week as the 31st winner of Paris' annual 'Grand Prix de la baguette' prize.
U.S. Announces New Patriot Missiles for Ukraine as Part of New Aid Package
The U.S. will provide Ukraine additional Patriot missiles for its air defense systems as part of a massive $6 billion additional aid package.
U.K.’s King Charles to Resume Public Duties
King Charles III of the United Kingdom will start public duties again next week, after treatment for a recent cancer diagnosis.
Egypt Sends Delegation to Israel for Cease-Fire Talks
Egypt sent a high-level delegation to Israel on Friday with the hope of brokering a cease-fire agreement with Hamas in Gaza, two officials said.
Secretary of State Antony Blinken meets with China’s President Xi
U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken met Friday with Chinese President Xi Jinping, stressing the importance of “responsibly managing” the differences between the two countries.
2 Military Horses in Serious Condition After Running Loose Across London
Two military horses that bolted and ran through the streets of London after being spooked by construction noise were in serious condition Thursday, a U.K. government official said.
Blinken Raises Chinese Trade Practices in Meetings with Officials in Shanghai
U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken raised what the U.S. describes as unfair Chinese trade practices during his first full day of meetings in China on Thursday.
Windmill Sails at Paris’ Iconic Moulin Rouge Collapse
The iconic windmill sails of the Moulin Rouge, a vibrant emblem of Paris’s bohemian lifestyle, collapsed Thursday after a show.
Venice Tests City-Wide Visitor Fee for Day-Tripper Tourists
Venice is charging a day trip visitor fee on peak days in a move to encourage tourists to consider off-peak travel, and balance the city's capacity for guests with residents and workers.
Blinken Discusses Trade Practices on Official Visit to China
U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken brought up discussions on what the U.S. describes as unfair Chinese trade practices Thursday during his visit to Shanghai.
Ariel Henry Resigns as Haiti’s Prime Minister, New Government To Be Formed
Ariel Henry resigned Thursday as prime minister of Haiti, clearing the way for a new government to be formed in the Caribbean country.
Hamas Official Offers Long-Term Truce if Independent Palestine Established
A top Hamas political official said the Islamic militant group is willing to agree to a truce of five years or more with Israel — if an independent Palestinian state is established.
China Sending 3 Astronauts to Tiangong Space Station
China’s space agency is preparing to send a new crew to its space station.
Startled Military Horses Run Loose in London During Rush Hour
Five military horses startled by noise from a building site bolted Wednesday during routine exercises near Buckingham Palace.
