Protests Erupt Across Istanbul as Mayor Ekrem Imamoglu Arrested

Protests in Istanbul turned violent on Saturday, with thousands taking to the streets in response to the arrest of Mayor Ekrem Imamoglu. The opposition is using this moment to fuel a broader movement against President Recep Tayyip Erdogan’s rule. Leading Turkey’s opposition party has announced a campaign to challenge Erdogan’s authority and push for democratic … Read more

Cornelius Smith Admits to Killing Young Dolph in Murder Trial

A dramatic turn of events unfolded in the murder trial of rapper Young Dolph, as a key witness, Cornelius Smith, testified and admitted to shooting the Memphis artist in 2021. The shocking confession was made on the stand during cross-examination. According to prosecutors, Smith initially claimed he only received $800 for his involvement in Young … Read more

Stocks Fall as Inflation Remains Stubbornly High

The Federal Reserve’s preferred inflation metric remained high in February, and President Donald Trump’s tariffs are adding uncertainty to policymakers. The core personal consumption expenditures (PCE) index showed annual inflation at 2.8%, far above the central bankers’ target of 2%. Economists had expected a lower reading of 2.7%. The PCE index increased 0.3% from January … Read more

Hamas Agrees to Free Israeli Hostages for 50-Day Ceasefire

Hamas has agreed to release five living Israeli hostages in exchange for a 50-day ceasefire. The militant group made the announcement after receiving a proposal from Egypt and Qatar, according to Reuters. The deal comes amid a truce negotiation process between Egypt, Qatar, and Hamas in Doha. However, Israel is not actively participating in these … Read more

Yankees Stun Brewers with Historic First-Inning Homer Unbreakable

The New York Yankees made history in their first innings against the Milwaukee Brewers at Yankee Stadium on Saturday. After starting pitcher Max Fried kept the top of the first inning scoreless, the bats exploded. Paul Goldschmidt led off the game with a solo home run off Nestor Cortes’ first pitch, giving the Yankees an … Read more

New Life Form Classification Suggested for Ancient Prototaxites Fossils

Scientists at the University of Edinburgh in Scotland have proposed a new life form classification for ancient prototaxites fossils. The massive, tubelike organisms, which lived around 400 million years ago, were initially thought to be the remains of decomposed trees or fungi. However, recent analysis suggests that they may represent a unique and extinct lineage. … Read more