Germany set to declare immigration emergency amid rising influx – media
Germany’s new Chancellor Friedrich Merz will declare a national emergency to curb illegal immigration, allowing Berlin to override EU rules on asylum, Die Welt reports.
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UK cities on Putin’s nuclear “hit list,” secret documents reveal
Secret Russian documents reveal nuclear strike plans targeting UK shipyards, factories, and military bases.”
Pope Leo XIV new luxury lifestyle with clifftop retreat, $520k gold ring, bulletproof car
Notably, his predecessor Pope Francis opted for a frugal lifestyle, converting the Castel Gandolfo residence into a museum instead of using it as a vacation retreat.
Simon Mann, notorious mercenary and coup plotter, dies at 72
Simon Mann, a former British Army officer and mercenary, has died at 72 after suffering a heart attack while exercising.
Denmark’s prime minister to U.S.: ‘You cannot spy on an ally’
“You cannot spy against an ally.” — Mette Frederiksen
Trump severs ties with Netanyahu over Gaza tensions – Israeli media
Trump reportedly ends communication with Netanyahu, citing manipulation and policy delays on key Middle East matters.
Holyrood restricts access to female toilets for trans women
Trans women will no longer be able to use the women’s toilets in the Scottish Parliament building.
History in the Sistine Chapel: Pope Leo XIV addresses cardinals in English
In a moment that blended reverence and revolution, Pope Leo XIV opened his homily with the words, “his first official words in English as the Bishop of Rome.
CAN extends congratulations to Catholic Church on the election of Pope Leo XIV
CAN prays that Pope Leo XIV’s pontificate be blessed with wisdom, good health, and strength to lead God’s people on the path of righteousness
Trump hints at easing China tariffs as U.S., Beijing prepare for talks
The talks—led by U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent and Chinese Vice Premier He Lifeng—are seen as a possible step toward de-escalating the prolonged trade war.