Natalie Ortiz — News & World Editor 
Escalating Conflict and Rising U.S. Military Casualties The U.S. military confirmed Sunday that unidentified human remains were recovered at the site of an Iranian missile and drone attack in Jordan that occurred Friday. U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM) is currently conducting an examination to determine if the remains belong to an American service member who had … Read more
Violent Confrontations Rise as Ukraine’s Mobilization Efforts Face Public Backlash A violent riot erupted in the western Ukrainian city of Lviv last week, marking a sharp escalation in the growing public hostility toward territorial recruitment officers. As the Russian invasion stretches into its fifth year, the process of conscripting military-age men has increasingly triggered physical … Read more
The conflict between the United States and Iran has reached a volatile juncture following a series of coordinated U.S.-Israeli strikes and retaliatory actions that have pushed the region toward the brink of a wider war. The escalation intensified significantly on February 28, 2026, when President Donald Trump announced that Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei … Read more
President Gustavo Petro has unveiled his official portrait, which is slated to be hung in the gallery of former presidents at the Casa de Nariño after he leaves office on August 7, 2026. The painting, created by artist Luis Jaime Rojas Rodríguez, is a full-body depiction of the president that has drawn significant public and … Read more
Cali will hold its traditional military and police parade for Colombia’s 216th Independence Day this Monday, July 20, 2026. The event, featuring over 1,200 uniformed personnel, will travel from the Plazoleta Jairo Varela to Chipichape, prompting significant road closures and public transit adjustments throughout the city. Parade Route and Operational Details in Cali The celebration … Read more
Two FARC dissident leaders, alias Marlon and alias Ñeque, resurfaced in a video released Sunday, July 19, 2026, directly contradicting claims by the Colombian government that they were killed in recent military operations. The video, which authorities are currently verifying, also contained threats against the incoming administration of president-elect Abelardo De La Espriella. Disputed Deaths … Read more
OHLAB has unveiled Casa Óculo, a single-family residence in Palma, Mallorca, defined by a large flat roof and a signature circular oculus. The project, which emphasizes passive thermal comfort and a deep connection to Mediterranean landscapes, uses light to mark the passage of time within the home. The residence is situated on the outskirts of … Read more
President Donald Trump is weighing a significant expansion of military operations in Iran after convening a Situation Room meeting on July 14, 2026. Following days of strikes in the Strait of Hormuz, the administration is considering new targets, including energy infrastructure and an underground nuclear-linked facility at Pickaxe Mountain. Situation Room Deliberations on Strategic Targets … Read more
Federal agents across the United States were notified in recent days that the FBI will no longer investigate physical confrontations involving Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) officers. While the Department of Justice and the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) have issued a joint statement denying any shift in policy, sources familiar with the directive state … Read more
Abderrahim Fakir, a 43-year-old businessman of Moroccan origin, died during a police intervention in the Pilastro district of Bologna on July 18, 2026. The incident, which occurred in the area of via Italo Svevo, has prompted an investigation by the Bologna Prosecutor’s Office and sparked public calls for transparency from the victim’s family and local … Read more