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California-based Philz Coffee has reversed its decision to remove Pride flags from its stores after a wave of criticism from employees and customers. CEO Mahesh Sadarangani apologized, saying the flag is a symbol of safety and belonging. The reversal was spurred by conversations with San Francisco Pride leaders.
Rümeysa Öztürk, the Tufts University doctoral student targeted by the Trump administration for co-writing a pro-Palestinian op-ed, has completed her PhD and returned to Turkey. Her lawyers say she chose to leave after a year-long legal battle, while the administration has faced criticism for its treatment of international students.
The Trump administration has launched a coordinated campaign against alleged Chinese intellectual property theft in artificial intelligence, threatening action against companies using 'distillation' techniques. The move reflects a broader shift in US policy from AI safety to national security competition as experts warn the technological gap between the two superpowers has narrowed dramatically.
Cuban President Miguel Diaz-Canel has vowed not to step down despite US pressure, while China, Mexico, Brazil, and Spain express support. The island faces a severe energy crisis following US restrictions and the loss of Venezuelan oil imports.
Hampshire College, a Massachusetts liberal arts institution known for its experimental education model, will close after the fall 2026 semester due to low enrollment and financial difficulties. The college has arranged transfer agreements with several partner institutions for underclassmen, while seniors can complete their degrees on campus. The closure has drawn reactions from students, faculty, and the wider community, including the Yiddish Book Center, which operates independently on land purchased from the college.
Cameroon's President Paul Biya has signed a bill reinstating the vice presidency, a position abolished in the 1970s. The move, passed by parliament and signed into law amid opposition boycott, grants the president authority to appoint a deputy who would assume the presidency should the office become vacant. Speculation about the appointment has been rife, with some reports suggesting the president's son has been named to the role, though this remains unconfirmed.
Pope Leo XIV has called for peace and reconciliation as he continues his Africa tour, responding to recent social media attacks from US President Donald Trump over the pope's criticism of the US-Israeli war on Iran. The pope said he is not afraid of the Trump administration and plans to keep speaking out against war.
International donors pledged €1.3 billion for humanitarian aid in Sudan at a Berlin conference, marking the third anniversary of the conflict. The UN's chief called for an end to the 'nightmare' war, while Sudan's government criticized the event as a 'colonial tutelage approach'.
Hamas has rejected a US-led disarmament plan for Gaza, demanding amendments and accusing the lead mediator of pro-Israel bias. The group insists on a full Israeli withdrawal and other guarantees before discussing disarmament, while the US and Israel condition further progress on Hamas giving up its weapons.
US Vice-President JD Vance has urged the Vatican to focus on morality and let President Trump handle public policy, responding to Pope Leo's criticism of the Iran war as 'absurd and inhuman violence.' The pope said he does not fear the administration and will keep speaking out. Vance also faced a heckler at a Turning Point USA event.
Israeli and Lebanese ambassadors met face-to-face for the first time in Washington, mediated by U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio. The talks mark a tentative step toward broader negotiations to end the conflict in Lebanon, though officials caution that significant complexities remain.
FIFA has introduced new, more expensive ticket categories for the 2026 World Cup, with top prices for some matches exceeding $4,000 and the final reaching nearly $11,000. The move has drawn criticism from fans and officials, while FIFA defends the pricing as reflecting US market conditions.
US President Donald Trump has indicated that a second round of US-Iran talks could take place in Islamabad within the next two days, praising Pakistan's army chief for his mediation efforts. The comments come after the first round of talks ended without an agreement and as a two-week ceasefire approaches its expiration.
Marie-Thérèse Ross, an 86-year-old French citizen, was detained by US immigration authorities in Alabama and held in Louisiana after overstaying her visa. Following intervention by French officials, she was released and returned to France, sparking debate over US immigration enforcement policies.
The US Navy has blockaded Iranian ports in the Strait of Hormuz to pressure Tehran, drawing condemnation from Iran's UN ambassador and impacting global oil markets. Reports detail interdictions, covert oil transfers, and the blockade's economic toll.
President Trump's public clash with Pope Leo XIV over the Iran war and his sharing of an AI-generated image of himself as Jesus have sparked backlash, including among conservative Catholic allies. Analysts say the controversy could affect Republican prospects in the midterm elections, especially among white Catholic voters in key swing states.
Pope Leo XIV's two-day visit to Algeria, the first leg of his African tour, was marked by calls for forgiveness, reconciliation, and a 'dynamic, free' civil society. The trip, set against the backdrop of tensions with France and a public spat with US President Donald Trump, included tributes to war victims and interfaith dialogue.
US President Donald Trump has deleted an AI-generated image of himself as a Jesus-like figure after it drew criticism from Christian leaders and conservative supporters. Trump said the image, posted on Truth Social, was meant to show him as a doctor. The incident comes amid an escalating feud with Pope Leo XIV over the pope's stance on the war in Iran.
The US has begun a naval blockade of Iran, announced by President Trump after failed talks in Islamabad. Trump warned that Iranian ships approaching the blockade would be 'immediately eliminated.' The move has drawn international concern, with Saudi Arabia urging a return to negotiations, and comes amid rising oil prices and regional tensions.
A US appeals board ruled that Mahmoud Khalil's deportation case can proceed, rejecting arguments that it violates his free speech. Meanwhile, two immigration judges who blocked deportations of pro-Palestinian students were fired by the Department of Justice, sparking concerns of political interference.