Pope Francis remains in critical condition after a severe respiratory crisis, with the Vatican reporting mild kidney failure and concerns over potential sepsis. The 88-year-old pontiff is conscious and alert, receiving supplemental oxygen and ongoing medical care.
A new bat coronavirus, HKU5-CoV-2, discovered in China, has been found to use the human ACE2 receptor, similar to COVID-19 and SARS viruses, raising concerns about its potential for animal-to-human transmission. Despite its ability to infect human cells, experts believe the risk of widespread human transmission is low.
Jordan Bardella, leader of France's National Rally party, withdrew from the Conservative Political Action Conference (CPAC) in the U.S. after Steve Bannon's gesture, likened to a Nazi salute, sparked controversy and reignited concerns about far-right ideologies in the Republican Party.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and U.S. President Donald Trump are embroiled in a public dispute over U.S.-Russia peace talks and Western support for Ukraine, with Trump labeling Zelenskyy a 'dictator without elections' and Zelenskyy defending Ukraine's sovereignty and democratic process.
A heated exchange between US President Donald Trump and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky escalates tensions, with global leaders reacting to the diplomatic rift and the ongoing conflict in Ukraine.
Hamas announces the return of four hostages' bodies, including the Bibas family, and plans to release six living hostages as part of a ceasefire agreement brokered by the U.S., Qatar, and Egypt.
A Delta Air Lines flight crash-landed and flipped upside down at Toronto Pearson International Airport during severe weather, injuring 21 people. The incident highlights concerns over aviation safety in extreme conditions.
A Delta Air Lines flight crashed upon landing at Toronto Pearson International Airport, flipping upside down and catching fire. Despite the dramatic crash, all 76 passengers and four crew members survived, with 18 individuals transported to hospitals for injuries. The cause of the crash is under investigation.
South Korean actress Kim Sae-ron, known for her roles in films like *A Brand New Life* and *The Man from Nowhere*, was found dead at her home in Seoul at the age of 24. Her death is under investigation, with no signs of foul play detected.
US Vice President JD Vance's speech at the Munich Security Conference on February 14, 2025, criticized European immigration and free speech policies, while a joke involving Greta Thunberg and Elon Musk failed to amuse the audience, highlighting US-Europe tensions.