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Switzerland's former ambassador to Iran: here's how to end this war — and why Pakistan isn't enough

The diplomat who once delivered messages between Washington and Tehran says sustainable peace requires a broker both sides can actually trust.

Fortune

51 Fascinating, Heartbreaking And Cool Photos That Don’t Let Us Forget The Past (New Pics)

Photography can be considered one of the greatest human inventions. Since the 19th century, we’ve been able to capture and preserve specific moments in time, ensuring they last for generations to come. Here are some examples from the History Cord subreddit, a community with no shortage of historical snapshots.

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The Pentagon calls on Ford to make weapons, and Marjorie Taylor Greene is sounding the alarm: ‘What kind of escalation are they planning’

Trump’s administration is making war preparations the U.S. has not seen since World War II.

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American YouTuber Johnny Somali sentenced to jail in South Korea over sex slave statue stunt

Self-proclaimed internet troll Johnny Somali, 25, caused outrage after filming himself making obscene gestures on a statue commemorating wartime sex slaves.

Euronews

World War II American soldiers buried in Belgium and the Netherlands have families there who still care for them

Across Belgium and the Netherlands, local families continue a decades-long tradition of caring for the graves of American soldiers from WWII. This intergenerational commitment, born from gratitude, sees families tending to headstones and laying flowers, ensuring fallen heroes are never forgotten. The practice has grown so popular that cemeteries have…

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World War II ace pilot Richard Bong’s missing fighter plane “Marge” found deep in Papua New Guinea Jungle after 80 years of mystery

The remnants of a fighter jet, which belonged to one of the greatest fighter pilots of World War II, Richard Bong, are believed to have been found in Papua New Guinea. The plane, called "Marge," disappeared in March 1944 after an engine malfunction while flying over the area that is…

The Times of India

‘Made to scrub floors while pregnant’: Survivors speak out as Church of England plans apology for forced adoptions

The Church of England is set to issue a formal apology for its role in historical forced adoptions, where thousands of babies were taken from unmarried mothers in the decades following World War II.

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Buying Stocks During A War? Warren Buffett Did At 11 — Teaches Important Lesson For Investors

Warren Buffett bought his first stock at the age of 11 in 1942 at the height of World War II, when times were likely much more uncertain compared with the ongoing Middle East conflict.

International Business Times UK

Trump just raised the $39 trillion national debt with the largest budget hike since World War II—and nobody can figure out how to pay for it

“MAGA was told an untruth by Trump—no foreign wars, no adventurism,” Steve Hanke told Fortune. “This is a massive militarization.”

Fortune

When US and Iran joined hands against Israel: Why Hormuz blockade brings back memories of 1956 Suez crisis

Iranian blockade of Strait of Hormuz and the heavy price that global economy is paying these days bring back dark memories of a similar crisis that had enveloped the world nearly a decade after World War II had ended: the shutdown of the Suez Canal in the wake of a…

The Times of India

Singapore safely detonates massive 250kg WWII bomb near airport without disrupting flights

Singapore’s authorities safely neutralised a 250kg World War II bomb discovered near Changi Airport through a carefully planned on-site detonation. Assessed as too unstable to move, the operation involved extensive protective measures and inter-agency coordination. Despite the risks, flights continued uninterrupted, underscoring the effectiveness of precise engineering, preparedness, and collaboration…

The Times of India

Iran war deflects attention from Ukraine as an emboldened Russia starts spring offensive

The Iran war has deflected global attention from Russia’s all-out invasion of its neighbor Ukraine as Europe’s biggest conflict since World War II enters its fifth year and an emboldened Kremlin undertakes a spring offensive

The Independent UK

The crooked forest: Why 400 trees in Poland are bent exactly to the north

In northwestern Poland lies the Crooked Forest (Krzywy Las), a protected grove of approximately 400 Scots pines (Pinus sylvestris) that grow up in a way that doesn’t conform to nature. The trees were planted around 1930, and each tree has a sharp 90-degree bend at the base, all of which…

The Times of India

‘Who knows surprise better than Japan?’ Trump’s Pearl Harbor remark sparks unease in Tokyo during Iran war statement

President Trump's Pearl Harbor remark to justify his Iran attack sparked outrage in Japan. Critics called his comments ignorant and disrespectful, questioning Japan's equal partnership status. While Prime Minister Takaichi remained silent, many felt she should have protested the historical insensitivity and the war itself, highlighting ongoing debates about Japan's…

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Watch: Trump’s ‘Pearl Harbor’ jibe on Iran war question makes for awkward moment with Japan PM

US president Donald Trump’s meeting with Japan’s prime minister Sanae Takaichi on Thursday, supposed to be a routine diplomatic affair turned tense after an exchange over American strikes on Iran during a press interaction at the Oval Office.

The Mary Sue

Unbelievable, 100-year-old war veteran keeps giving even after death in a way no one saw coming

Dale Steele, a World War II veteran who recently passed away at the incredible age of 100, continued his unmatched legacy of service even after death, providing a life-saving liver donation to someone in need. His last unbelievable act of generosity has even surprised his family.

The Times of India

Warmonger, Expansionist, Freedom Crusher: Donald Trump is just like other US presidents – except for one thing

But perhaps the key to understanding why Trump behaves the way he does is because of where he sits. Trump, the former real estate developer, views the world as property. Gaza? A premium property just waiting to be rid of war. Greenland rich in resources that can help America. Venezuela?…

Axios

A world at war: Iran conflict goes global

This isn't World War III. But it may be the closest we've come in decades.

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Greece unveils WWII photo archive documenting Nazi executions of prisoners in Athens

The Greek Culture Ministry purchased the archive after a private collector attempted to sell the material online. Athens has now announced plans to digitise the photographs and study them as part of the historical record of the Nazi occupation.

The Times of India

Indian couple dancing at WWII Memorial in Washington DC goes viral, draws flak: 'Send those H1-Bs back'

A video showing two Indians dancing while filming a social media reel at the World War II Memorial in Washington DC has stirred a row with netizens saying such behaviour is inappropriate at a site dedicated to wartime sacrifice.

The Times of India

US Air Force sergeant in uniform makes video ranting against US. Who is Melissa Mece?

An active-duty Air Force sergeant in the US military, working for NATO in Italy, is going viral as she was seen giving her geopolitical opinion on US and its relationship with other countries, as she called her commander-in-chief 'the Cheeto'. The member has been identified as Melissa Mece. The video…

The Independent UK

Exhibit honors Japanese American who fought for US in WWII while their families were locked up

A new traveling exhibit tells the story of Japanese American soldiers who fought for the U.S. in World War II, even as their families were incarcerated as enemies of the state

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On The Brink Of Silence: 5 Dog Breeds The World Is Slowly Losing

Dogs have walked beside humans for thousands of years, guarding us, hunting with us, comforting us, and loving us without conditions. Yet, in a strange twist of time, some of the most loyal and remarkable dog breeds are quietly disappearing. Not because they failed us, but because we failed to…

Euronews

Trump threatens Tehran and hails Maduro capture in fiery State of the Union address

The US president touted his record in the longest State of the Union, sparking heckles and standing ovations alike as he defended tariff and immigration policies and warned Iran over nuclear ambitions.

Euronews

Four years on, Zelenskyy says Putin ‘did not win this war’

On the four-year anniversary of Russia’s full-scale invasion, the Ukrainian president said the country has preserved its statehood as allies vow unwavering support and peace on Kyiv's terms.

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