Israel and Iran traded fire in their first attacks since the U.S. struck a ceasefire with Tehran two months ago. The Iranian military said later Monday that it was halting offensive operations. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu implied the current round of fighting is over, but said … Read moreIsrael and Iran trade strikes, threatening to drag the region back into full-scale war

A powerful 7.8-magnitude earthquake has rocked the southern Philippines, killing at least 35 people. Most of the deaths occurred in Sarangani province due to a landslide. The quake struck Monday, causing buildings to collapse and triggering small tsunamis. Waves were detected as far away as … Read moreA 7.8 magnitude quake in the Philippines kills at least 35, collapses buildings and sparks tsunami

Apple is expected to unveil new artificial intelligence features at its annual developers conference beginning Monday, which will be the last one featuring CEO Tim Cook before he turns his post over to John Ternus in September. The World Wide Developers Conference, which attracts thousands o… Read moreApple expected to unveil new AI features at last developers conference with CEO Tim Cook

“Schmigadoon!,” won best new musical at the Tony Awards. The play is an adaptation of an Apple TV series that gently mocks big, brassy Broadway shows. The award on Sunday night for the best new play went to “Liberation,” about a consciousness-raising women’s group in 1970s Ohio, which earlie… Read moreBroadway revivals and 'Liberation' win big at the Tony Awards, hosted by Pink

Pope Leo XIV has challenged Europe to acknowledge Christianity’s contributions to its cultural identity. Leo celebrated Spain’s Christian roots and culture with a massive morning Mass in downtown Madrid and an evening spectacle that featured flamenco dancers and a moving monologue by Spanish… Read morePope Leo XIV draws 1.2 million to Mass and challenges Europe to acknowledge its Christian roots