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Former first lady of France Bernadette Chirac dies at 93
Bernadette Chirac, the steel-willed former first lady of France who spent 12 years at the Élysée Palace from 1995 to 2007 beside President Jacques Chirac,...
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U.S. mortgage rates are staying high – and the Federal Reserve can do little about it
Investors' inflation expectations, much more than the central bank, are among the factors that affect the cost of home loans. Newsiline summarises this re...
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Pope Leo XIV warns against 'fanning the flames of polarization' on first papal visit to Spain in 15 years
Pope Leo XIV urged Spaniards on Saturday to stop "fanning the flames of polarization" as he arrived in Spain at a moment of political turmoil for the Soci...
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Israel has reportedly used white phosphorus near Lebanese cities and towns. What is it?
White phosphorus is not banned under international law, but can "create cruel injuries" and indiscriminate harm in civilian areas. Newsiline summarises th...
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U.S.-Iran exchange of fire in Gulf tests fragile ceasefire
Iran fired ballistic missiles and drones toward Bahrain and Kuwait early Saturday, Bahrain's government said, adding that they were intercepted. Newsiline...
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Hegseth warns of 'invasion' and 'dangerous ideologies' in D-Day anniversary speech
U.S. Newsiline summarises this report from PBS NewsHour Politics and links readers to the original publisher for the full story.
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Pope Leo says war with Iran is not a 'just war'
Pope Leo XIV said the war in Iran does not qualify as a "just war" according to Catholic teaching, while answering questions by journalists aboard the pap...
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Trump pardons former Republican congressman convicted of insider trading
President Donald Trump has issued a pardon to Stephen Buyer, a former Republican congressman from Indiana who served nearly two years in prison for making...
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7-month-old baby killed after Israeli troops open fire on a car, Palestinian health officials say
The Palestinian health ministry said that a 7-month-old baby was killed after Israeli troops opened fired at his parents' vehicle in the occupied West Ban...
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Despite a competitive market, finding a summer job is highly beneficial for teens
Teenagers looking for summer jobs face a tough labor market. Newsiline summarises this report from NPR News and links readers to the original publisher fo...
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As American elections become more tense, officials are turning to local police
Since the 2020 election, local law enforcement has increasingly been playing a bigger role in helping local officials secure elections. Newsiline summaris...
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A park famed for rare gorillas gears up to fight Ebola and protect its primates
In Virunga National Park, rangers are on the frontlines — playing a critical role to contain the surging virus while coping with an upsurge in conflict-re...
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Israeli airstrikes kill 9 including Lebanese army officers after ceasefire deal
The Israeli military confirmed hitting a vehicle and said the incident is being reviewed. Newsiline summarises this report from NPR News and links readers...
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Filipino sailors say they were falsely accused of possessing child porn and deported
NPR has tracked deported Filipino sailors who say they were accused without evidence of possessing child sexual exploitation material. Newsiline summarise...
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Peru is set to elect its 10th president in a decade
Peruvians will elect their new president Sunday with polls suggesting a polarized but tight race between hard-right candidate Keiko Fujimori and leftist R...
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The Forest Service says it's closing offices to cut costs. But the math doesn't add up
The Forest Service is trying to shut down research hubs because it says it needs to live within its means. Newsiline summarises this report from NPR News...
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In Ohio, the Sikh community passes traditions to the next generation
Photographer Akash Pamarthy has documented the Sikh religious community in Ohio over several years. Newsiline summarises this report from NPR News and lin...
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Knicks beat Spurs by one point for 2-0 lead in NBA Finals
The red-hot Knicks are going home, two wins away from an NBA championship that the capital of the world has been waiting to see for generations. Newsiline...
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U.S. military says it shot down Iranian drones launched toward Gulf allies
The exchange of strikes comes as the Trump administration ramps up pressure on Iran to make a deal to end the conflict. Newsiline summarises this report f...
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Trump says he wants Pulte to further slash staffing at national intelligence office
President Donald Trump said Friday that he wants his new acting director of national intelligence, Bill Pulte, to cut the office, which has already been s...
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Democrat Xavier Becerra wins the top spot in November's race for California governor
Former Health and Human Services Secretary Xavier Becerra has clinched the top spot on California's ballot for governor. Newsiline summarises this report...
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Why hiring surged in May despite economic strain from the Iran war
There was surprising strength in the latest U.S. Newsiline summarises this report from PBS NewsHour Headlines and links readers to the original publisher...
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What may happen as oil supplies dwindle and Strait of Hormuz remains mostly closed
As U.S.-Iran talks show little sign of progress, commercial traffic through the Strait of Hormuz remains sharply reduced, raising concerns about global en...
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News Wrap: Senate passes $70 billion immigration enforcement bill
In our news wrap Friday, Senate Republicans passed a $70 billion bill to fund immigration enforcement, Trump said he wants his new acting director of nati...
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What Putin's rejection of Ukraine's call for talks means for efforts to end Russia's war
Ukrainian President Zelenskyy is accusing Russia of choosing war over peace, after Russian President Putin rejected his request for an in-person meeting....
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Brooks and Capehart on some Republican lawmakers' defiance of Trump
David Brooks of The Atlantic and Jonathan Capehart of MS NOW join Amna Nawaz to discuss the week in politics, including Republican defiance of President D...
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Art exhibit shines light on women's role in technologies that power modern life
Women have played a vital role in building the technologies that shape modern life, but their contributions have at times been overlooked, minimized or le...
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This chef will teach you how to make healthy $5 family dinners
With rising grocery prices, many Americans are struggling to provide healthy, complete meals for their families. Newsiline summarises this report from PBS...
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Energy Department says advanced nuclear reactor first to reach critical milestone
The milestone occurs when a nuclear reactor achieves a self-sustaining chain reaction capable of producing a steady release of energy. Newsiline summarise...
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After D.C.'s reflecting pool gets repainted, visitors ask: What changed?
The Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool is refilling after President Trump had it painted "American flag blue." Some visitors say the results of the project...
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As states face stricter Medicaid work requirements, Nebraska is an early test
Millions are likely to lose coverage as states begin complying with the new federal rules. Newsiline summarises this report from PBS NewsHour Headlines an...
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Putin promotes a new world economic order at St. Petersburg forum
At "Russian Davos," Putin ruled out meeting with Zelenskyy and promoted a new world economic order. Newsiline summarises this report from NPR World and li...
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NASA’s X-59 Aircraft Flies Supersonic for First Time
NASA’s experimental X-59 aircraft marked a major milestone Friday, June 5, when it flew faster than the speed of sound for the first time, setting the sta...
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CDC report: Ebola outbreak could rival the worst on record unless world acts
New modeling from the CDC shows that if measures aren't taken immediately, this outbreak could sicken more than 20,000 people in the next three months. Ne...
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NASA Announces Winners of 2026 University Innovation Competition
NASA announced the Massachusetts Institute of Technology project, Exploration-Class Lunar Integrated Power SystEm, as the first place winner for the 2026...
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Graham Platner isn't going anywhere in Maine Senate race after latest controversy
Graham Platner is denying accusations of being physically rough with former girlfriends saying that report in The New York Times and other controversies a...