The former leader of the Catholic church often cut a controversial figure with many questioning his decision to step down in 2013.
Cellphone use by Russian soldiers blamed for strike that killed 89
U.K. intelligence officials said Moscow’s “unprofessional” military practices were likely partly to blame for the high casualty rate on the troops.
Iran releases Oscar-winning film actress held over protests
Local media are reporting that Iran has released a prominent actress nearly three weeks after she was jailed for criticizing a crackdown on anti-government protests
Iran protests: Tehran releases prominent actress who protested executions, reports say
The protests mark one of the biggest challenges to the Iranian Islamic Republic since it was established after the 1979 revolution.
House adjourns as speakership evades McCarthy even after sixth vote
Republicans push back deadline of electing new speaker to noon on Thursday, after six failed votes in two daysThe House remained paralyzed on Wednesday, after Republican leader Kevin McCarthy failed for the sixth time to capture the speaker’s gavel as …
Faruk Hadzibegic returns as Bosnia coach
Former Yugoslavia international Faruk Hadzibegic has been reappointed as Bosnia-Herzegovina coach in place of Ivaylo Petev, the country’s soccer federation said.
Afghanistan’s Uncertain Economic Future as the New Year Dawns
More than a year after the Taliban takeover, the prospects for economic development in the country remain bleak.
Senior Healthcare Firm Pays Breach Settlement to States
A nursing and assisted living care firm that delayed reporting a data breach to authorities paid a $200,000 fine to two state attorneys general and pledged to implement a security incident response plan.
Idaho murders – update: Bryan Kohberger affidavit reveals roommate saw killer and DNA found on knife sheath
Bryan Christopher Kohberger is accused of murdering Kaylee Goncalves, Madison Mogen, Xana Kernodle and Ethan Chapin in Moscow, Idaho