Golden hearts: Texas girls’ volleyball team raised $9,000 for custodian who cheered them and waited for rides until 1 am April 27, 2026 at 12:37AM

A Texas girls' volleyball team surprised their custodian, Abel Rodriguez, with a car. He often stayed late and waited for rides. The students raised $9,000 in a week. Local businesses helped with the vehicle and costs. Rodriguez was overcome with emotion during the reveal. This initiative provided him with reliable transportation.

Trump’s Golden Dome missile shield faces budget squeeze despite Pentagon push April 25, 2026 at 11:13PM

President Trump's ambitious Golden Dome missile defense initiative faces significant hurdles. Doubts are mounting over funding, congressional backing, and technical feasibility, despite Pentagon assurances. The project's immense cost, potentially trillions, is a major concern for lawmakers, particularly Republicans wary of budget reconciliation tactics ahead of elections. Key components are slated for 2028.

Canadian court pauses deportation of Jaskirat Singh Sidhu over 2018 crash that killed 16 April 25, 2026 at 02:24AM

Iran war could push over 32 million people into poverty; UN warns of 'triple shock' for developing nations April 25, 2026 at 01:22AM

A United Nations report warns the Iran war's economic fallout could plunge over 32 million people into poverty globally. Developing nations face the brunt of this crisis, grappling with surging energy and food prices. The conflict reverses development gains, pushing vulnerable populations back into destitution. Urgent global support is needed to aid these hardest-hit countries and prevent lasting damage.