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 roundup of political news, including the end of the post-election honeymoon, a reinstated fine, a police search, and a discussion on education and institutional loyalty. Read more...

John Hope Bryant argues that raising credit scores could lower crime rates, increase life expectancy, and lessen political division. Also, a woman pleaded guilty to gross negligence manslaughter in connection with the deaths of four paddleboarders. Read more...

A look at the shifting sands of German politics, from youth voter trends and infrastructure projects to scandals involving party donations and the Bundestag administration. Read more...

Spain faces challenges as lawmakers fail to disclose lobbying meetings, a crucial Land Law stalls in Congress, and key regions reject debt cancellation plans, highlighting political divisions. Read more...

A quick look at today's business news, including a surge in climate tech investments, revised stock price targets for Canadian companies, and special passes for investors. Read more...

Abdullah Öcalan, the imprisoned leader of the PKK, has made a historic call for the group's disarmament and dissolution, potentially ending a 40-year conflict with Turkey and impacting the wider Middle East. Read more...

A look at the Slovak political party Smer's evolving positions on the Russian war, historical monuments, and democratic values, as analyzed by various political commentators. Read more...

A look at today's top political stories, including unpaid fines, overturned convictions, and a quiz on government spending scandals. Plus, a wife stands by her drug-smuggling husband. Read more...

A roundup of recent political events including new tax measures in France, NGO crackdowns in Serbia, Kurdish conflict updates in Turkey, and a "rabbit tax" rejection. Read more...

Germany faces internal political challenges and external pressures, from the legacy of communism to the war in Ukraine and shifting international alliances. Read more...

Recent political developments include shifts in Norway regarding EU membership, a broken coalition in Spain, and a renewed focus on defending public universities. Read more...

Germany grapples with political shifts, including Merz's stance against Trump and the mystery surrounding a lawyer's brutal death. Plus, a centenarian sues for wartime labor. Read more...

A look at Europe's political landscape, from the historic Yalta Conference and the dawn of the Cold War to modern-day negotiations and support for the European Union. Read more...

International law enforcement targets AI-generated content, the MH370 search continues, and Mexico/Canada try to avert Trump's tariffs. Trudeau backs Ukraine. Read more...

A roundup of global political news, including Germany's fight against populism, EU concerns over the West Bank, a UK cold case, and aid restrictions in Gaza. Read more...

A look at recent Philippines news, including the legacy of People Power, upcoming elections in Cavite, a successful resupply mission, and a symbolic burning of the "sins of the Dutertes." Read more...

The Washington Post faces criticism over subscriber losses and editorial direction, with concerns raised about Jeff Bezos' influence on content and freedom of expression. The Post is also contrasted with "birth tourism" options as Trump proposes a "Gold Card". Read more...

Bolsonaro's legal team presents his defense against coup allegations, while a former official denies radicalization involvement. A doctor critiques societal indifference to suffering. Read more...

A vehicle ramming attack in Mannheim, Germany, resulted in at least one fatality and several injuries. Police have arrested the driver and are investigating. Read more...