Global supply chains are buckling under the strain of the Strait of Hormuz closure, with developing nations facing the harshest economic fallout.
China's police deployment and surveillance tech in a remote Pacific village sparks local unease and backlash.
Santiago Rivera, creator of the Basque cheesecake, is retiring and passing his bakery to his children, revealing a personal preference for chocolate.
Nepal's unique 15-minute time zone is a subtle yet potent symbol of its distinct national identity, a quiet assertion of sovereignty.
Thousands of Russians have built a thriving community in Phuket, Thailand, since fleeing the Ukraine invasion, but an air of impermanence lingers.
Trump's Iran plan echoes Gaza's stalled peace efforts, delaying tough issues with uncertain outcomes.
UK spy chief warns Russia is becoming more brazen amid mounting Ukraine war losses.
Iceland is reassessing its European ties and strategic outlook due to shifting global geopolitics and U.S. actions.
Iran renews military threats against the US following recent American strikes, even as diplomatic efforts for a ceasefire continue.
US officials report observing increased Iranian drone activity, mining threats in Hormuz, and missile site activity prior to recent strikes.