Many young people from Generation Z are turning to astrology and spiritual practices to help them understand and navigate modern dating. Surveys show that they use activities like tarot cards, crystals, and meditation to cope with the uncertainty and emotional challenges of dating today.
Key Facts
A survey of U.S. adults found 64% of Gen Z have tried spiritual or psychic methods for love, such as astrology, tarot, or manifestation.
Dating apps offer many choices but often cause confusion about feelings and relationship directions.
Experts say symbolic systems like astrology help make dating feel more meaningful and less emotionally tiring.
Another poll showed that 30% of Gen Z use astrology or tarot, and many also meditate or practice manifestation.
Gen Z mixes traditional religion with alternative spiritual practices, with high percentages praying and attending services.
Young daters find it hard to understand connections by judging profiles and messages alone.
Spiritual practices provide a way to explore relationship questions without constant analysis or rating people.
Therapists note that sudden endings in dating can leave people searching for answers, which these spiritual tools can offer.
Read the Original
Want the full story? Tap a source to open the original
article.
Ukraine relies heavily on U.S. technology, including the Starshield satellite system, to support its military operations against Russia. Recently, limits were placed on Ukraine’s use of Starshield, slowing down drone operations and affecting access to intelligence, which highlighted Kyiv’s dependence on U.S. decisions under President Donald Trump’s administration.
Key Facts
Starshield is a U.S. government-controlled satellite system that helps Ukrainian drones target Russian forces.
In early 2025, the U.S. restricted Ukraine’s access to Starshield, slowing drone speeds and reducing intelligence sharing.
Ukrainian officials say these limits hurt their ability to defend against Russian missile attacks.
President Zelensky confirmed that intelligence flows and drone capabilities have partly resumed but some limits remain.
Elon Musk stated that Starshield use and any restrictions are controlled by the U.S. government and ultimately decided by President Trump.
Ukraine depends mainly on Starshield and Starlink (another Musk internet system) for battlefield communications and drone control.
U.S. officials gave mixed messages about who ordered the restrictions, with some saying it did not come directly from the White House.
The situation shows how much Ukraine depends on support from the U.S. amid the ongoing war with Russia.
Read the Original
Want the full story? Tap a source to open the original
article.
A trial will begin near Marseille, France, for five men accused of killing the older brother of Amine Kessaci, an anti-drug activist and deputy mayor of Aix-en-Provence. The men are linked to the DZ Mafia, a criminal group involved in drug trafficking in the region.
Key Facts
The trial starts on Monday near Marseille.
Five men are accused of murder dating back to 2020.
The victim was the older brother of Amine Kessaci.
Amine Kessaci is an anti-drug activist and deputy mayor of Aix-en-Provence.
The accused men are connected to DZ Mafia, a major criminal group.
DZ Mafia is involved in mafia-style drug trafficking in southern France.
The case highlights ongoing issues with organized crime in the area.
Read the Original
Want the full story? Tap a source to open the original
article.
The British and Polish governments criticized U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth for saying that only a few NATO countries took part in the Afghanistan war. They said Hegseth’s view was incorrect and downplayed the important role of NATO allies.
Key Facts
Pete Hegseth is the U.S. Defense Secretary and a former Minnesota Army National Guard instructor in Afghanistan.
Hegseth claimed only a small number of NATO countries actively joined the war in Afghanistan.
The UK and Polish governments disagreed and said he minimized the contributions of NATO members.
NATO is a military alliance made up of many countries that often work together in conflicts.
The Afghanistan war involved many NATO allies, not just the U.S.
Hegseth made the remarks during a speech at the University of Tennessee.
The dispute highlights differing views on NATO’s role in the conflict.
Read the Original
Want the full story? Tap a source to open the original
article.
President Donald Trump has shown support for Benjamin Netanyahu before Israel’s upcoming election. Meanwhile, Israeli politician Ben-Gvir is facing protests from students, and there has been violence in Gaza where a seven-year-old girl was killed by Israeli gunfire.
Key Facts
President Donald Trump endorsed Benjamin Netanyahu ahead of Israel’s election.
Ben-Gvir, an Israeli political figure, is experiencing protests from students.
A seven-year-old girl was killed by Israeli gunfire in Gaza.
The news covers events from both Israel and Palestine.
The situation involves political tensions and conflict in the region.
Read the Original
Want the full story? Tap a source to open the original
article.
Rep. Ro Khanna said that young people protesting across Europe are upset mainly because of unequal wealth, not because of immigration. These protests are happening in many places, including schools in France and streets in Madrid.
Key Facts
Youth protests are happening across Europe, including France, Spain, and Albania.
Protesters are mainly young people from schools and universities.
Rep. Ro Khanna believes the protests stem from wealth inequality.
Khanna said immigration from poorer countries (Global South) is not the main cause.
The protests involve demands for better economic fairness.
These protests reflect broader youth frustrations about government policies.
Read the Original
Want the full story? Tap a source to open the original
article.
President Donald Trump decided to stop new sanctions against Russia that were set to start soon. This decision comes during an important time in the ongoing war between Russia and Ukraine.
Key Facts
President Trump waived sanctions that were planned to be imposed on Russia.
The sanctions were due to begin on Sunday but have been stopped.
The decision is linked to the current phase of the war in Ukraine.
The war between Russia and Ukraine is currently in a critical winter phase.
The news was reported by CBS News correspondent Ramy Inocencio.
Sanctions are penalties, often financial, a country puts on another to change its behavior.
This move has attracted attention as it directly relates to global political tensions.
Read the Original
Want the full story? Tap a source to open the original
article.
Ukrainian President Zelenskyy said Russia carried out missile and drone attacks overnight without prior warnings from U.S. partners. He criticized delays in military support from the U.S. during ongoing conflict with Russia, while President Trump accused Zelenskyy of not wanting the war to end.
Key Facts
Ukraine faced another night of Russian missile and drone strikes targeting energy, infrastructure, and residential areas.
Zelenskyy said there was no early warning from U.S. partners about the attacks.
Ukraine cannot fully use Starshield, a military version of Elon Musk’s Starlink satellite system, to stop Russian drones.
The U.S. government denies limiting intelligence or intentionally slowing Starshield service to Ukraine.
Ukrainian diplomats say the Pentagon and SpaceX have not clearly responded to concerns about Starlink and Starshield services.
Zelenskyy noted delays in essential supplies from the U.S. Department of Defense (referred to as the Department of War).
President Trump accused Zelenskyy of not wanting to end the war and has eased U.S. sanctions on Russia to lower U.S. gas prices.
Both leaders exchanged sharp statements, with Zelenskyy insisting Ukraine wants peace and Trump blaming Zelenskyy for prolonging the conflict.
Read the Original
Want the full story? Tap a source to open the original
article.
Christiane Amanpour, a well-known CNN international journalist, announced she will leave CNN in June 2027 after 43 years. She plans to reduce her work gradually but will continue some reporting and projects before fully departing.
Key Facts
Amanpour has worked at CNN for 43 years, starting during the network’s early days.
She has reported on many major conflicts, including wars in the Persian Gulf, Bosnia, Rwanda, Afghanistan, and Ukraine.
Amanpour will reduce her on-air schedule starting in January 2027 and fully leave CNN in June 2027.
Her CNN International show will become weekly in early 2027 and end in May that year.
Her PBS show, Amanpour & Company, will end in December 2026.
She will continue hosting a podcast called The Ex Files.
CNN’s chairman, Mark Thompson, praised her as a trusted journalist and thanked her for her long service.
Read the Original
Want the full story? Tap a source to open the original
article.
Many Americans are seeking second citizenship or residency in other countries as a backup plan due to concerns about political and economic uncertainty in the U.S. Some pursue citizenship through their ancestry, while others use investment programs in places like the Caribbean and soon South America to get a “Plan B” passport or residency permit.
Key Facts
Since late 2024, more Americans have applied for citizenship in countries like Canada, Ireland, and Luxembourg based on ancestry rules.
Citizenship-by-descent is usually cheaper and more straightforward than buying citizenship or residency.
Some countries have tightened ancestry rules, so Americans without this option turn to “golden visas” or citizenship-by-investment programs.
Immigrant Invest, a company that helps with citizenship by investment, reports Americans are its largest client group in 2026, including middle-class professionals, not just the very wealthy.
People seek these options mainly as a safety net against political and economic instability under President Trump’s administration.
Caribbean countries like Grenada, St Kitts and Nevis, as well as Türkiye and Sao Tome and Principe, are popular for citizenship-by-investment. Argentina may soon join this list.
Many Americans described their reasons for seeking second citizenship as protection from political issues, including concerns over the treatment of LGBTQ+ people and immigration policies.
“Golden visas” give residency in exchange for investment, while citizenship-by-investment grants full nationality but often requires a larger investment.
Read the Original
Want the full story? Tap a source to open the original
article.
An e-bike rental company, Lime, said their bikes are meant for city travel and not for activities like jousting after two men dressed as knights rode e-bikes and jousted in a London park. The event attracted a large crowd and videos of the jousting became popular on social media.
Key Facts
Two men dressed as knights used Lime e-bikes to joust in London Fields park, east London.
Hundreds of people watched the unusual event.
The jousting was described as "performance art" by one of the participants, Jack Carden.
A video of the event has been viewed over four million times on Instagram.
Lime said their bikes are made for city travel, not for jousting, and emphasized safety.
Hospitals have seen more injuries involving e-bike riders and pedestrians recently.
Lime asked people not to try similar events to keep everyone safe.
Read the Original
Want the full story? Tap a source to open the original
article.
Ukraine used a flying drone to rescue a wounded soldier from the battlefield for the first time, according to a Ukrainian army brigade. The soldier was lifted by the drone from a dangerous position and brought to safety, where he is now receiving treatment.
Key Facts
Ukraine conducted a drone rescue to airlift a wounded soldier from the front line.
The mission was described as a "world-first" operation by the Ukrainian 92nd Separate Assault Brigade.
The drone used is called the Ayudag-6 hexacopter, made by Gurzuf Defence.
The soldier had been in a dangerous position for about a year and a half.
Rescuing him by traditional methods would have put the rescue team at high risk.
The drone lowered itself to the ground, the soldier attached to a winch, and was lifted away.
This is the first reported use of an aerial drone for battlefield evacuation, although Ukraine has used unmanned ground vehicles for similar purposes before.
Both Ukraine and Russia have heavily used drones during the war that began in 2022.
Read the Original
Want the full story? Tap a source to open the original
article.
Country music duo Brooks & Dunn discussed their friendship, career, and their "Neon Moon Tour" during an interview in their hometown of Louisiana. The conversation focused on their background and the music tour they are currently promoting.
Key Facts
Brooks & Dunn are a longtime country music duo.
They appeared on the show "Beg-Knows America."
The interview took place in Louisiana, their hometown.
They talked about their friendship and their music career.
The "Neon Moon Tour" is the current focus of their work and promotion.
The interview included backstage insights about the tour.
Read the Original
Want the full story? Tap a source to open the original
article.
France’s central government has asked some local areas to set curfews after a weekend of riots and looting linked to nationwide protests against the government. Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu said a state of emergency might happen but prefers local curfews for now.
Key Facts
Riots and looting occurred across France during protests against the government.
The French government recommended some areas impose curfews to improve security.
Prime Minister Lecornu did not name which cities would have curfews.
He said a full state of emergency is possible but not decided yet.
The protests are related to issues like education and the cost of living.
Police clashed with protesters over the weekend.
The unrest has drawn international attention and commentary.
Authorities arrested and detained some people during the protests, including minors.
Read the Original
Want the full story? Tap a source to open the original
article.
Over 2,400 people were arrested in France during protests that took place over the weekend. The arrests included people suspected of theft and looting, as well as some who were caught simply for being near the protests. French President Emmanuel Macron said those who committed looting would face consequences.
Key Facts
More than 2,400 arrests occurred in France during weekend protests.
Some people were arrested just for being near the protests, not for committing crimes.
Others were arrested on suspicion of theft and looting.
The protests included clashes between police and demonstrators.
President Macron warned that those who looted must pay for the damage.
The unrest involved various groups, including students and others concerned about economic issues.
The building of the Limoges town hall, a historic monument, caught fire during the protests.
The protests reflect broader social concerns in France, including poverty and youth fears about the future.
Read the Original
Want the full story? Tap a source to open the original
article.
A court in Kenya found Paul Mackenzie, leader of a starvation cult, guilty of murdering 191 people, including 190 children. Mackenzie and his followers forced members to starve themselves to death, believing they would meet Jesus before the world ended.
Key Facts
Paul Mackenzie led a group called Good News International Church.
The group believed the world would end soon and that starving would bring them to heaven.
191 people died, including 190 children, due to starvation ordered by the cult leaders.
Police discovered bodies buried in shallow graves in Shakahola Forest after a tip-off.
Mackenzie and many associates were charged with murder and other crimes.
The court rejected Mackenzie’s claim that he did not force starvation.
The defendants pleaded not guilty to murder, terrorism, radicalization, and stopping children’s education.
The case is ongoing, with further developments expected.
Read the Original
Want the full story? Tap a source to open the original
article.
A new study found that nearly half of American travelers have taken risks during trips, with many younger travelers risking safety to get photos or videos for social media. Experts say this behavior is influenced by peer attention and the rewards social media gives for dramatic content.
Key Facts
Almost 50% of American travelers surveyed said they pushed beyond what felt safe on a trip.
Over 33% of Gen Z travelers admitted to taking risks to capture pictures or videos.
Younger travelers see social media as an audience that rewards bold or dramatic content with attention and status.
Recent accidents have involved tourists getting hurt or dying while trying to get photos in unsafe places.
The study surveyed 1,013 U.S. adults with an average age of 40, including millennials, Gen X, Gen Z, and baby boomers.
Social media doesn’t cause risky behavior but amplifies it by increasing the payoff for risky actions.
Peer influence plays a big role, especially among teenagers and young adults, in taking risks.
Experts suggest physical safety improvements like building protective barriers rather than just posting warning signs at popular photo spots.
Read the Original
Want the full story? Tap a source to open the original
article.
Iran-backed Houthi rebels launched ballistic missile attacks on a military camp in Yemen’s Shabwa province, killing at least 53 soldiers and injuring 200 recruits. The attack is part of a recent increase in fighting between the Houthis and Yemen’s Saudi-supported government forces, breaking a ceasefire that had been in place since 2022.
Key Facts
The missile attack targeted a military camp training new recruits in southern Yemen’s Shabwa province.
At least 53 soldiers were killed, and about 200 were wounded in the attack.
Houthis, supported by Iran, claimed responsibility for the missile strike.
Fighting between Houthis and government forces has escalated since earlier this year.
The Houthis have also attacked targets in Saudi Arabia, including airports and oil facilities.
Iran denies supplying weapons to the Houthis, despite U.N. reports.
The Yemeni government and Saudi-led coalition are being urged to improve air defense systems in Shabwa.
The conflict is part of a larger regional struggle involving Iran and Saudi Arabia in Yemen.
Read the Original
Want the full story? Tap a source to open the original
article.
A Houthi missile attack on a Yemeni government training camp killed at least 53 people and injured more than 200. This is the deadliest single event since fighting in Yemen’s civil war restarted in September.
Key Facts
The attack targeted al-Alam camp in Shabwa province, mostly hitting young recruits.
Injured people were taken to a hospital in Ataq, where blood donation appeals were made.
The UN-recognised Yemeni government called for an investigation into how troops were vulnerable to the missile attack.
Houthis launched the attack using ballistic missiles, which are long-range rockets.
The Yemeni government president wants the UN to label the Houthis as a foreign terrorist group.
The Houthis also cut a road linking Shabwa and Houthi-controlled Bayda governorate.
Fighting continues near the strategic Bab al-Mandab waterway, with southern forces pushing back the Houthis.
Saudi Arabia has faced missile attacks on airports and energy sites recently, but Riyadh airport reopened after an attack.
Read the Original
Want the full story? Tap a source to open the original
article.
Protests in France against rising fuel prices and other issues turned violent over the weekend, damaging several cities and famous landmarks. Police struggled to control the rioters, and local officials are now allowed to impose curfews to prevent further violence.
Key Facts
Many protesters demonstrated peacefully about fuel prices, living costs, and public services.
Some groups, dressed in black and wearing masks, caused fires and destruction in Paris, Marseille, Lyon, and Limoges.
Iconic sites like Place de la République and Lyon’s tourist office were damaged or set on fire.
Rioters broke into Marseille’s city hall and damaged a symbolic statue.
Police used tear gas and stun grenades but had difficulty controlling smaller violent groups.
Limoges town hall partially collapsed after a fire set by protesters.
French Interior Minister offered to resign but was asked to stay.
Prime Minister gave local leaders permission to set partial curfews to protect people and businesses.
Read the Original
Want the full story? Tap a source to open the original
article.
