The World Economic Forum (WEF), known for its annual Davos gathering of global leaders, is launching an independent inquiry into whistleblower allegations against its founder, Klaus Schwab. This was confirmed by Digital. The first reported the complaint on Tuesday, a day after the 87-year-old Schwab stepped down as chairman and member of the Board of […]
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Student Arrested in France After Fatal Stabbing at Catholic School; 1 Dead, 3 Hurt
Authorities apprehended a 15-year-old student on Thursday following a stabbing incident at Notre-Dame-de-Toutes-Aides High School in Nantes, a private Catholic institution, where he allegedly fatally stabbed one student and wounded three others. According to a spokesperson speaking to Reuters, teachers at the school subdued the assailant before law enforcement arrived at the scene. Education Minister […]
Israel Marks Holocaust Remembrance Day
Israel paused to remember the six million Jews killed by the Nazis during the Holocaust, bringing the country to a standstill. The official state ceremony, themed “Out of the Depths: The Pain of Liberation and Growth,” was held Wednesday night, overshadowed by the October 7th attack, the ongoing conflict with Hamas, and the captivity of […]
Lebanon Peace Talk with Israel Gains Traction Amid Hezbollah’s Weakening, US Mediation
Following a significant weakening of Hezbollah’s leadership by Israel and the Trump administration’s clear stance, conveyed through its special envoy, to limit the Iran-backed group’s influence, there are growing calls for peace with Israel in Lebanon. Rami Naim, a journalist and analyst for Jusoor News, stated that the weakened state of Hezbollah post-war has opened […]
India Pledges Relentless Pursuit of Terrorists as Kashmir Attack Fuels Tensions with Pakistan
In the wake of a deadly shooting in Kashmir that killed 26, India is promising to hunt down terrorists “to the ends of the earth” as tensions rise with Pakistan. At a public rally, Prime Minister Narendra Modi declared that India will identify, track, and punish every terrorist, along with those who support and enable […]
US Warns of Consequences as Russia Plans Naval Base in Sudan
The U.S. government has cautioned that Russia’s plans to establish a naval base in Sudan, a country struggling with conflict, could have “serious consequences.” This warning was prompted by recent news of the base’s development, according to sources who spoke with Digital. A State Department representative stated to Digital, “We advise all nations, including Sudan, […]
Key quotes from Cardinal Robert Sarah, a conservative favorite seen as a potential successor to Pope Francis.
Cardinal Robert Sarah, a favorite of conservatives who see him as embodying the traditionalist approaches of Popes John Paul II and Benedict XVI, is being considered as a potential successor to Pope Francis. The 79-year-old cardinal from Guinea is seen as a leading figure for conservative Catholics, particularly by those who believe Pope Francis was […]
Deadly Overnight Attack on Kyiv: Russia Accused of Killing 9, Injuring Dozens
Ukrainian authorities are pointing the finger at Russia for a missile and drone assault on Kyiv overnight that resulted in at least nine fatalities and 70 injuries, including children. According to the Kyiv City Military Administration’s Telegram channel, the Russian military targeted Kyiv with both drones and ballistic missiles. The administration reported the detection of […]
IAEA Chief: World Must Verify Iran’s Good Faith in Nuclear Talks
Despite uncertainties surrounding the progress of Washington’s efforts, the head of the IAEA stressed the need for vigilance, advocating a “trust but verify” approach to ensure Iran’s good-faith engagement in negotiations. The U.S. and Iran are scheduled for a third round of talks on Saturday, focusing on both the technical aspects of Iran’s nuclear program […]
India Cuts Diplomatic Ties with Pakistan Following Kashmir Tourist Attack
Following a deadly attack on tourists in Kashmir, India announced measures on Wednesday to scale back its relationship with Pakistan. The attack, which occurred the previous day, resulted in the deaths of 26 people and marked the most significant assault on civilians in nearly two decades. An official stated at a media briefing that the […]
Abbas Urges Hamas to Free Remaining Hostages
The President of the Palestinian Authority (PA) has urged Hamas to disarm, give up control, and free the remaining hostages. According to the Palestinian leader, releasing the hostages would eliminate Israel’s “excuses” for continuing its military operations, which were initiated following the October 7, 2023, attacks by Hamas. “The immediate need is to halt the […]
Trump Claims Ukraine-Russia Peace is Imminent, Experts Doubt Putin’s Sincerity
Despite President Trump’s recent expression of optimism about a potential agreement between Ukraine and Russia in the near future, security experts remain wary, suggesting that Russian President Vladimir Putin may not genuinely desire peace. The atmosphere in Washington is one of uncertainty, particularly after the Trump administration initially suggested a possible withdrawal if a ceasefire […]
Pope Francis’ Body Moved to St. Peter’s Basilica for Public Viewing
` tags. ` On Wednesday, Catholic cardinals performed a ritual to move Pope Francis’ body from his residence at the Vatican hotel to St. Peter’s Basilica, where it will lie in state for three days before the funeral. Cardinal Kevin Farrell, currently in charge of the Vatican administration until a new pope is chosen, led […]
Pope Francis to lie in state; public invited to mourn: Details on the Pope’s funeral plans
` tags. Pope Francis will be dressed in red vestments and a white cassock for his final procession to the Basilica of Santa Maria Maggiore, located outside the Vatican, where he will be buried on Saturday. The Vatican announced that Pope Francis, who was born Jorge Mario Bergoglio in Argentina to Regina Maria Sivori and […]
Trump Expresses Condolences After Gunmen Kill 20 in Kashmir, India
Following reports of a deadly shooting in India’s Kashmir region that claimed at least 20 lives, President expressed his “deepest sympathies” on Tuesday. “Deeply disturbing news out of Kashmir,” posted on TRUTH Social. “The United States stands strong with India . We pray for the souls of those lost, and for the recovery of the […]
Vatican Discloses Pope Francis’s Final Words and Last Moments
In his final hours, Pope Francis, 88, expressed gratitude to his nurse and caregiver, Massimiliano Strappetti, the Vatican disclosed Tuesday. Following his Easter blessing from St. Peter’s Basilica’s balcony, Francis was initially hesitant about riding the popemobile through St. Peter’s Square, where 50,000 people had gathered. He asked Strappetti, “Do you think I can manage […]
Iran Increases Executions During US Nuclear Talks
Since July 8, 2024, when assumed office, Iran has executed 1,051 people, a fact that security experts believe the U.S. must consider as nuclear talks with Tehran resume. The National Council of Resistance of Iran (NCRI) told Digital that this figure is a more than 20% increase compared to the number of Iranians executed in […]
Russia Shortens Sentence for American Robert Woodland Convicted on Drug Charges
An American citizen, Robert Woodland, imprisoned in Russia on drug charges, has had his sentence reduced, according to reports. His lawyer, Stanislav Kshevitsky, announced on Tuesday that Woodland’s original sentence of 12.5 years has been shortened to 9.5 years. The reason for the sentence reduction remains unclear. A spokesperson told Digital that the U.S. embassy […]
Pope Francis’ passing puts spotlight on the history and influence of Catholic Church leaders.
Since the time of Jesus Christ’s death in the 30s AD, there have been 266 popes in the Catholic Church, up to and including Pope Francis – Jorge Mario Bergoglio – who passed away on Easter Monday at the age of 88. St. Peter, the first to hold the title of pope, is widely regarded […]
Pope Francis’ Global Vision: Expanding Catholicism Beyond US and Europe to Underprivileged Nations
During his 12-year papacy, Pope Francis has been both lauded for his influence and criticized for his modernizing, sometimes anti-traditional approach. His legacy is one of expansion, as he worked to shape the Catholic Church’s future and broaden its reach beyond the U.S. and Europe. “If you consider how he has approached appointing cardinals,” Tim […]