Explore the shocking and unusual customs of dictators, from Gaddafi's female bodyguards to bizarre practices like tracking women's menstrual cycles and executing intellectuals. Read more...

A look at recent political controversies, including omnibus decrees, a housing dispute in Spain, a mayor's controversial condolences, and Greenpeace's legal battle. Read more...

A roundup of recent political news, including the gold toilet theft trial, "The Cocaine Files" interactive feature, a murder charge in a house fire case, and a bribery case involving an auxiliary police officer. Read more...

From a legendary Slovak shopkeeper reciting poetry to a British money expert offering energy-saving tips, two stories highlight creative approaches to business and customer interaction. Read more...

Controversy swirls around reported NOAA layoffs amid DOGE audits, while a New Jersey man accused of murdering his brother attempts suicide. Read more...

A fatal crash closes a major UK motorway, while police in Swansea arrest two men in connection with the murder of a 47-year-old woman. Also, a grim update in the case of a missing Arizona teen. Read more...

A roundup of today's top news stories, including debates on immigration, a teacher's life ruined by false accusations, migrants rescued at sea, and a heartbreaking tragedy at home. Read more...

France considers retaliatory measures against Algeria for refusing repatriation, while Syria's national dialogue conference yields no tangible results. Both reflect complex political challenges. Read more...

A quick look at news from around the globe: Water shortages in Syria, a crackdown on illegal cigarettes, flooding in Jakarta, and uncovering forgotten Black history in London. Read more...

A compilation of recent legal cases and decisions, including environmental pollution, a military case, a cannibal killer's parole, and a murder trial. Read more...

Former HSBC chief Noel Quinn is the new chair of Julius Baer, while a journalist recounts a brief internship at Vacheron Constantin, exploring the world of luxury watches. Read more...

From freebies at Circle K and guides to classic Porsches, to a powerful promise of transformation and a cold water rescue in Salem, catch up on today's most interesting news. Read more...

Stephen A. Smith comments on his potential 2028 presidential run, while Pete Hegseth doesn't rule out strikes on fentanyl labs in Mexico. Transgender activists also storm the Iowa Capitol. Read more...

Former Vikings player Jack Brewer criticizes Minnesota Governor Tim Walz for his policy on transgender athletes in girls' sports, while a state lawmaker denounces a bill restricting trans athletes. Read more...

From architecture to international relations, Donald Trump's influence continues to shape political discourse in the US and abroad, impacting Europe and the UK's "special relationship." Read more...

A roundup of today's political news, including reflections on Stalin's legacy, updates from the TSE in Brazil, and a murder case in Avon. Read more...

A complex hostage exchange in Gaza and Nauru's drastic measure to sell its nationality due to rising sea levels highlight escalating global political and environmental challenges. Read more...

The UK navigates ambitious climate targets, debates defense spending, considers changes to child benefits, and grapples with single-sex space policies amid rising birthrates in South Korea. Read more...

From UNESCO funding in Bulgaria to heat pump adoption in the UK and privacy concerns in the US, governments worldwide are grappling with critical policy challenges. Read more...

United Utilities CEO admits the company isn't doing enough to stop sewage dumping as a "people's commission" launches an inquiry into the water industry in England and Wales. Read more...