The court found it unconstitutional to restrict legal parenthood to only one or two people, signalling a major shift in Canadian family law. The Quebec government now has 12 months to revise the province’s Civil Code to comply with the decision.

Following the Pahalgam terror attack, China offers Pakistan diplomatic support but signals limited intervention, prioritizing its own strategic interests. Despite the proclaimed all-weather friendship, Beijing's focus remains on internal stability, managing trade tensions, and de-escalating with India. Pakistan's reliance on China for unconditional support may be a miscalculation, as Beijing balances regional dynamics and its own priorities.

A large wildfire near Jerusalem, fueled by hot, dry conditions and strong winds, prompted international assistance as several countries sent firefighting aircraft. The blaze, which shut down a major highway and led to evacuations, burned approximately 20 square kilometers. While no homes were damaged, agricultural lands suffered, and Independence Day celebrations were disrupted as authorities battled the most significant fire in a decade.

Astronaut Anne McClain, who previously missed an all-female spacewalk due to spacesuit issues, finally got her chance alongside Nichole Ayers. They ventured outside the International Space Station to prepare it for new solar panels and relocate an antenna. The station also adjusted its orbit to dodge space debris.

Across the globe, May Day protests evolved beyond traditional labor rights rallies, fueled by anger over Donald Trump's tariff policies and fears of economic instability. Demonstrators in various countries voiced concerns about job security, wages, and the rights of workers, while also addressing broader issues like peace, equality, and political freedom.

In Congo, authorities seek to remove ex-President Joseph Kabila's immunity. This action allows him to face trial for allegedly backing a rebel insurgency in the east. Justice Minister Constant Mutamba claims strong evidence links Kabila to war crimes and massacres. President Felix Tshisekedi previously accused Kabila of supporting the M23 rebels. Kabila's party denounces the move as persecution.

Heading into the 2025 federal election, the Conservative Party looked unbeatable. With inflation raging, housing unattainable, and Liberal fatigue setting in, Poilievre’s message resonated. The Conservatives were polling over 40% nationwide and trouncing the Liberals in swing provinces.

Then there’s what Theroux chose not to include—or at least not to focus on. The most glaring omission, according to critics, is the October 7, 2023, Hamas attack on Israel, in which 1,200 Israelis were killed and 250 taken hostage. The attack was a seismic event that reshaped Israeli security policies and amplified fears among settlers living in the West Bank. By largely glossing over it, the documentary is accused of ignoring a critical piece of context that explains why Israeli...

US Senate Democrats will push for a vote on the Trump administration's El Salvador deportation policies. The resolution seeks transparency regarding compliance with court orders. It also demands information on funds paid to El Salvador and its human rights record. This move aims to pressure both the US and El Salvador governments.

In Osaka, Japan, a 28-year-old Tokyo resident was arrested after allegedly driving his car into seven elementary school children on their way home from school. The children sustained injuries, including a fractured jaw, but remained conscious. The suspect confessed to police that he intentionally targeted the children because he was "fed up with everything.

John Colello, homicide chief for the Los Angeles County District Attorney’s Office, where MS-13 originated in the 1980s, said that a tattoo alone, without additional context, could not serve as the sole basis to determine gang membership.

Last month, several investors among the almost 100,000 affected by an alleged 20 billion yuan (approximately USD 2.74 billion) financial fraud connected to the Jianghaihui Group in Shandong province spoke with international media outlets, including RFA, to help bring global attention to the scandal and encourage action, according to RFA.

Pakistani security forces allegedly abducted two Baloch college students, Shey Haq Baloch and Adam Baloch, from Turbat, Balochistan, according to The Balochistan Post. This incident follows reports of other disappearances in the region, including Amir, Usman, and Abdul Majeed.