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Anchorage Winter Events: Indigenous Culture, Film, Folk Music and Sled Dog Racing
Anchorage’s 2026–27 winter calendar pairs Indigenous traditions and local arts with festivals, the Iditarod’s ceremonial start and aurora viewing.
Anchorage Trails and Wildlife: Six Ways to Explore Alaska’s Wild Side
From salmon runs and coastal wetlands to mountain hikes, Anchorage puts trails, wildlife and big views within easy reach of the city.
Morro Castle in Havana Pairs a Nightly Cannon Ceremony With Historic Views
Morro Castle’s 9 p.m. cannon ceremony draws crowds, while daytime tours reveal its lighthouse, prison history and sweeping views of Havana.
Houthi Pressure on Red Sea Shipping Tests Iran’s Influence in Yemen
Houthi advances threaten a Saudi oil export route, giving Tehran leverage while exposing the limits of its influence over the group.
TWA Flight 529 Memorial Honors Victims and First Responders in Willowbrook
Dedicated in 2021, the Willowbrook memorial remembers the 78 people killed when TWA Flight 529 crashed in 1961 and those who responded.
Madrid’s Mármoles Molina Façade: A Marble Shop’s Unlikely Survival
José Urioste y Velada’s ornate façade outlasted the former Mármoles Molina shop, preserving an unexpected architectural detail near Plaza Mayor.
Amnesty Report Says UK Universities Coordinated Responses to Palestine Protests
Amnesty’s report says universities shared tactics for responding to Palestine solidarity protests, including discipline, injunctions and Prevent referrals.
Survey Finds 1,369 Doctors Left Israel for More Than a Year Between 2023 and 2025
An Israeli Medical Association survey found departures and delayed returns among physicians, as officials warn of pressure on the public health system.
Turkey, Saudi Arabia and Pakistan Pact Sets Out Mutual Defence Commitments
Submitted to Turkey’s parliament, the pact calls on its signatories to defend one another against threats to sovereignty and territorial integrity.
Azerbaijan’s Hijab Ban in Schools Revives Debate Over State Power
Azerbaijan’s school hijab ban has barred students and teachers, reviving debate over state control of Muslim women’s religious practice.
Perstorp’s Five-Meter Vinegar Bottle Marks a Swedish Food Tradition
A concrete replica of Perstorp’s familiar vinegar bottle celebrates the town’s acetic acid history and points visitors to local attractions.
Burnham Rejects Corbyn’s Call for Inquiry Into UK Cooperation With Israel
Andy Burnham’s government says existing parliamentary oversight is sufficient. Jeremy Corbyn argues the public still needs a full account of UK cooperation with Israel.
Saudi Arabia Executes Hassan al-Faraj Over Alleged Offences Committed at 14
Human Rights Watch says Hassan al-Faraj was executed over alleged childhood offences; another man convicted for acts as a teenager faces execution.
American Civil War Veteran George Costello’s Grave in Stockport
George Costello fought for the Union, returned to Ireland after the war and later settled in Stockport, where his grave records his life and family.
Iran Travel Advisory Follows French Protests and Dispute Over Protester Rights
Tehran urged citizens to avoid non-essential travel to France, Belgium and Italy as French protests escalated and officials traded accusations over police conduct.
Paine House Museum Offers a Look at Early Rhode Island Home Life
For $6, visitors can explore a Coventry home dating to the late 1600s and trace how its owners changed it through the 1940s.
Yemen's Government Forces Report Significant Houthi Losses Amid Intensified Strikes
Yemen's government claims extensive Houthi casualties after 1,417 strikes in one day, while the Houthis allege civilian casualties from coalition air raids.
Belgium Criticizes Violent Assault on European Diplomats by Israeli Settlers
Belgium denounces an attack on European diplomats in the West Bank, which resulted in injuries to a French mayor during a diplomatic visit.
Premier League Rejects Petition on UAE's Role in Sudan Conflict for Third Time
The Premier League has rejected a third petition addressing UAE's involvement in the Sudan conflict, sparking concerns over accountability and human rights.
Analyzing the Credibility of Israeli Claims: A Call for Skepticism
A thorough examination reveals the need for skepticism towards Israeli statements, particularly regarding military actions and resultant narratives.