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French culture minister Rachida Dati is set to stand trial over accusations of corruption and misuse of authority during her time as a member of the European Parliament, according to a legal source. Dati, 59, who had been considering a bid to become Paris mayor in next year's

Combining prayer and scripture with poetry, art, and fitness, prominent figures emerging in the digital sphere include not only those showcasing fashion and travel but also Roman Catholic clergy sharing teachings of faith. Months before his passing in April, Pope Francis emphasized the importance of spreading religious messages through social

U.S. Announces Exit from UNESCO Amid Continued Withdrawal from Global Institutions The United States will leave the United Nations' cultural and educational agency UNESCO, the State Department confirmed on Tuesday. The decision reflects the administration's ongoing pattern of stepping back from international organizations. A State Department

Russian authorities have systematically involved children in the development and testing of drones for use in the war in Ukraine through nationwide contests that start with seemingly harmless video games and culminate in top-performing students being recruited by defense firms, an investigation has revealed. The findings, part of an inquiry

China Restricts Departure of U.S. Federal Employee, Confirms Second Case The Chinese government has prevented a U.S. federal employee from departing the country, according to a confirmation from the U.S. State Department. The individual, affiliated with the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office, was in China for

Man Rescued After Attempting to Cross from Morocco to Spain on Rubber Ring A man trying to reach Spain from Morocco using only a rubber ring and flippers was rescued after being spotted by a family sailing near the Balearic Islands. The incident occurred on July 16 when the family,