The muddy bottom of the Danube River in central Budapest has surrendered a piece of history this summer that speaks to the chaos and tragedy of World War II's final months in Europe. A Wehrmacht motorcycle, identified by officials as a DKW NZ 350-1 model, has been recovered from the river more than eight decades after Nazi Germany's defeat, bringing with it the remains of two … [Read more...] about World War II Motorcycle Emerges from Budapest Harbor with Fallen Soldiers’ Remains
Chinese President Xi Jinping Arrives in Washington for High-Stakes Summit with Trump
Chinese President Xi Jinping arrived on American soil Wednesday evening for what promises to be among the most consequential diplomatic encounters of the Trump presidency. The communist leader's first visit to the nation's capital in more than a decade comes at a moment of heightened tension between the world's two largest economies. The United States rolled out the red carpet … [Read more...] about Chinese President Xi Jinping Arrives in Washington for High-Stakes Summit with Trump
Australian Children’s Author Terry Denton Dies at 76
Terry Denton, the Australian illustrator and author whose imaginative work brought laughter to millions of children across the globe, has died at age 76. His publisher confirmed that Denton passed away Monday surrounded by family members. The news marks the end of a remarkable career spanning more than three decades. Denton authored and illustrated over 30 books of his own, … [Read more...] about Australian Children’s Author Terry Denton Dies at 76
Middle East Leaders Gather at United Nations Amid Regional Upheaval
Middle East Leaders Gather at United Nations Amid Regional Upheaval NEW YORK — The deliberations of the United Nations General Assembly this week will focus intently on the Middle East, as regional leaders convene in New York seeking answers about the future of a region transformed by months of conflict with Iran, escalating Houthi aggression, and continuing instability in … [Read more...] about Middle East Leaders Gather at United Nations Amid Regional Upheaval
Democratic Veterans Press Trump to Confront China Over Iranian Satellite Support
A bipartisan chorus of concern has emerged regarding Chinese support for Iranian military operations, with new pressure mounting on President Trump to address the matter directly when he meets with Chinese President Xi Jinping on Wednesday. Thirteen Democratic lawmakers, all veterans of military service, have written to the White House urging the president to confront his … [Read more...] about Democratic Veterans Press Trump to Confront China Over Iranian Satellite Support