Israel must prevent Gaza famine for 'diplomatic reasons', PM says May 18, 2025 at 11:16PM

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Monday said it was necessary for Israel to prevent a famine in Gaza for "diplomatic reasons", after his government announced it would allow limited food aid into the territory. "We must not let the population (of Gaza) sink into famine, both for practical and diplomatic reasons," Netanyahu said in a video posted to his Telegram channel, adding that even friends of Israel would not tolerate "images of mass starvation".

From Zelenskyy to Vance: World leaders gather at first US Pope Leo XIV's inauguration May 17, 2025 at 10:46PM

British climber scales Mt Everest for record 19th time, most by any non-Sherpa May 17, 2025 at 11:11PM

British mountaineer Kenton Cool has etched his name in Everest history, scaling the peak for a record 19th time, the most by any non-Sherpa climber. The 51-year-old reached the summit on Sunday, accompanied by Dorji Gyaljen Sherpa, who completed his 23rd ascent.

DNA study 'fills gaps' in Indigenous Americans' ancestry May 16, 2025 at 11:25PM

A recent genetic study has successfully traced the migration patterns of prehistoric humans from Asia to the Americas, shedding light on the ancestral origins of underrepresented Indigenous groups. Researchers analyzed genomes from various ethnic groups, revealing genetic connections and divisions among early settlers.