Sarah Mullally has been formally installed as the archbishop of Canterbury, becoming the first woman to lead the Church of England and serve as symbolic head of the global Anglican Communion. The ceremony at Canterbury Cathedral was attended by 2,000 guests, including Prince William, Catherine, Princess of Wales, and Prime Minister Keir Starmer, and featured prayers, readings in multiple languages, and symbolic items reflecting her NHS background and Anglican-Catholic ties. Mullally called for peace … Continue reading Sarah Mullally enthroned as first female archbishop of Canterbury

British police have released on bail two men arrested over an arson attack that destroyed ambulances belonging to a Jewish charity in London. The suspects, aged 45 and 47, remain under investigation for arson with intent to endanger life, while authorities continue searching for additional suspects seen in CCTV footage. The attack occurred in Golders Green, an area with a large Jewish community, and is being treated as … Continue reading Two British men detained in a suspected antisemitic hate crime are released on bail

A new study found that sharks in the Bahamas have been exposed to pollutants such as caffeine, painkillers, and even cocaine. Researchers tested blood samples from 85 sharks and discovered that about one-third contained traces of these substances. Scientists warn that these contaminants, often linked to human activity and coastal development, are increasingly present in marine ecosystems. While the long-term effects are unclear, the substances may alter … Continue reading Sharks in the Bahamas test positive for caffeine, painkillers and even cocaine, study says

Iran is tightening control over the Strait of Hormuz by forcing oil tankers to pass through a narrow route in its territorial waters, where ships may be charged millions in transit fees. Ship traffic has dropped sharply—from about 110 vessels daily to fewer than 10—since recent military strikes by the United States and Israel. The route runs near key Iranian positions, including islands like Qeshm and Larak, where the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps monitors ships. Iranian … Continue reading Iran’s ‘Tehran toll’ booth forces some tankers to pay millions to leave Strait of Hormuz

An Israeli soldier, Ori Greenberg, 21, was killed during a firefight with Hezbollah militants in southern Lebanon while operating with the Golani Brigade. The clash occurred after troops identified suspected militants, leading to an exchange of fire in which Greenberg was killed and another soldier was lightly injured. Greenberg’s family chose to donate his organs, honoring his wishes. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu expressed condolences, praising his bravery in defending Israel’s northern border, the Jerusalem … Continue reading Israeli Soldier Killed in Southern Lebanon in Overnight Clash With Militants

The Vatican has been warned of a global shortage of exorcists amid rising interest in occult practices and Satanism. The International Association of Exorcists says there are over 2,000 fewer exorcists than needed worldwide, with insufficient training for priests. Experts link the growing demand to increased involvement in occult groups, often influenced by social media and modern trends. The AIE is urging that every Catholic diocese have at least … Continue reading ‘Thousands of exorcists’ needed to tackle rise in Satanism, Pope says