St. Bernard dogs still roam the Swiss Alps as part of this ‘living museum’ and its breeding program
The St. Bernards, once famous for mountain rescues, are now too large for such tasks.
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Mediators worked through threats and strikes to broker the US-Iran deal, and challenges remain
The interim peace agreement reached between the United States and Iran last week was the result of weeks of tough diplomacy repeatedly threatened by outbreaks of violence.
The 2 earthquakes that struck Venezuela are known as a ‘doublet.’ Here’s how they happen
Doublets indicate a complex fault structure, like the one in Venezuela that’s known as the Bocono fault.
Venezuelans in the US rush to send aid to earthquake victims, but Caracas airport is closed
The quakes were among the strongest in Venezuela in more than a century.
What to know about earthquake early warning systems
Many nations have developed systems for alerting people seconds before shaking begins.
Trump-endorsed de la Espriella declared winner of Colombia’s presidential runoff election
Abelardo de la Espriella, a millionaire political newcomer, has been declared Colombia’s next president. Electoral authorities announced his victory on Wednesday after a close runoff election on Sunday.
Lebanese on the edge of Israel’s occupation live with fear and rising tensions
Lebanese living on the edge of Israel’s self-styled security zone in southern Lebanon are struggling in the shadow of military occupation.
Alibaba sues the US Defense Department in a bid to remove ‘Chinese military company’ designation
This label, announced June 8, marks Alibaba as a national security threat, causing reputational damage.
2 students in custody after shooting at high school in Philippines kills 3
Two students opened fire at a Philippine high school, killing three and wounding seven. Officials are investigating school bullying and security.
Pope Leo XIV warns wars are ‘fed’ faster than people as aid money dries up
Pope Leo XIV says wars are being sustained more easily than people are fed. He urged governments to strengthen resources to combat hunger.