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Tony Award nominations are out, with "The Lost Boys" and "Schmigadoon!" leading with 12 nods each. Veteran actress June Squibb, 96, made history as the oldest nominee. Danny Burstein also set a record for most nominations for a male actor. The awards celebrate a diverse range of productions, from vampire thrillers to musical parodies.

During Holy Week, Pope Leo XIV and the Dalai Lama jointly condemned the use of God's name to justify war, emphasizing that religious traditions fundamentally teach love and compassion. Their powerful, unqualified appeal rejects the seductive arguments of necessity and exception that fuel conflict, urging a moral refusal of violence and a recognition of shared humanity.

Candace Owens has sparked intense debate after a viral clip showed her sharply criticizing Donald Trump’s influence over the MAGA movement. Questioning his leadership and legacy, she suggested his grip on supporters has weakened. Her remarks, coming from within conservative circles, have divided audiences, with some backing her stance while others see it as a dramatic and controversial attack.

Dubai Humanitarian has facilitated the airlift of 96 metric tonnes of critical medical supplies to Afghanistan, supporting over 250,000 people. This coordinated effort, involving leading international agencies, highlights Dubai's role as a global humanitarian hub and a key enabler of rapid relief operations in complex environments.

Angelina Jolie has amplified the humanitarian crisis in Gaza by sharing a poignant letter from a young woman detailing the daily struggles and profound loss. The actress highlighted the devastating impact of the conflict on children, who have forgotten joy and normalcy. Despite immense suffering, the letter reveals the resilience and enduring hope of Gazans striving to rebuild their lives.

Israel plans to establish a security zone up to the Litani River in southern Lebanon, a significant escalation against Hezbollah. Lebanon responded by expelling Iran's ambassador, citing diplomatic violations. This move escalates regional tensions, with France urging Israel to avoid a wider ground operation while supporting Lebanon's diplomatic action.

Bharatanatyam dancer Aranyani Bhargav presents 'Lori,' a solo performance raising funds for children in gaza. The dance powerfully depicts a survivor rescuing a child amidst devastation, highlighting violence against youth. This initiative, part of the global 'Indian Dancers for Gaza’s Children' campaign, underscores artists' responsibility to address humanitarian crises.

Iran war is bringing out stress points in his coercive unilateralism. Latest example: his counterterror chief has quit. Post-WW2 elite consensus on American dominance is thinning, globally & in US

On the most charged Eid in a generation, heads of state, mayors and kings pause to mark the end of Ramadan, each in their own way, each in their own world.

Critics say this is exactly what America and Israel want: a more vulnerable Muslim "street" that is easy to manipulate

The 2026 Annual Threat Assessment warns of escalating global threats: a five-fold rise in missiles targeting the US, Iran seeking revenge, North Korea’s expanding arsenal, and China’s race for AI dominance. While highlighting persistent cyber, space, and nuclear challenges, the report credits Trump for border security and de-escalation efforts, noting that technological competition, pandemics, and geopolitical instability increasingly shape American security risks.

Lt Gen Eyal Zamir,has long been focused on the threat from Iran and its proxies, and has called for a regional alliance against the country. It was he who have the order for the assassination of Iranian supreme leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei

Congress MP Priyanka Gandhi Vadra urged Prime Minister Narendra Modi to address the Gaza crisis during his Israel visit and speak for justice for civilians. This call comes as PM Modi embarks on a state visit to Israel. The Congress party has also criticized the government's stance on the conflict, accusing it of abandoning the Palestinian cause.

Donald Trump returned to power promising peace and economic relief, yet the US campaign against Iran has triggered a widening regional conflict. His niece, Mary L. Trump, argues the war reflects a familiar psychological pattern: using disruption to deflect pressure and preserve dominance. As casualties rise and markets react, she frames the conflict less as strategy than personal and political diversion.

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? Oil that can be used by America. Shakespeare said the world is a stage. For Trump, it’s prime real estate.

One of Pope Francis' popemobiles will be repurposed into a mobile health clinic for children in gaza, fulfilling his last wishes. Entrusted to Caritas Jerusalem, the vehicle used during his 2014 Holy Land trip will provide vital medical care in isolated areas.