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Police: ‘Sixth-grader Killed In Finnish School Shooting’
Police: ‘Sixth-grader Killed In Finnish School Shooting’

A child has died and two others have been seriously wounded in a shooting at a school in Finland carried out by a minor, police said.

Russia Paid European Politicians For Pro-Kremlin Views,’ Intelligence Says
Russia Paid European Politicians For Pro-Kremlin Views,’ Intelligence Says

Czech and Polish intelligence services say they have uncovered a Russian network to influence the outcome of the European elections in June, including paying politicians for pro-Kremlin views.

Hungary’s Orbán Under Pressure Over Corruption After Leaked Recording
Hungary’s Orbán Under Pressure Over Corruption After Leaked Recording

Hungary’s longtime nationalist prime minister Viktor Orbán, who has been criticized over his perceived authoritarian style, faces arguably one of the most significant upheavals in his 14-year rule: thousands of Hungarians have demanded his resignation after a prominent critic released a recording allegedly implicating a loyal ally and top minister in a high-profile corruption case.

Ukraine Faces Massive Attacks on Easter Sunday (Worthy News Radio)
Ukraine Faces Massive Attacks on Easter Sunday (Worthy News Radio)

Ukraine says it has come under massive Russian air strikes on Easter Sunday despite Pope Francis’s appeals for peace and a prisoner swap between Kyiv and Moscow. Russia confirmed Sunday that it conducted a massive strike on Ukraine’s energy infrastructure and natural gas industry, though Kyiv also managed to attack sites in Russia.

Scientists To Smash Protons On Eclipse Day In Search For Secrets Of Universe
Scientists To Smash Protons On Eclipse Day In Search For Secrets Of Universe

The world’s largest and most powerful particle accelerator is set to smash protons together on April 8, the day millions of people across America hope to catch a glimpse of one of the biggest solar eclipses in decades.

South Africa, Germany Mourn Bus Crash Victims
South Africa, Germany Mourn Bus Crash Victims

While thousands of kilometers (miles) apart, South Africa and Germany shared in grief on Good Friday as both investigated bus crashes that killed and injured scores of people, including churchgoers.

Hostage Situation In Dutch Town Ends, One Detained (Update)
Hostage Situation In Dutch Town Ends, One Detained (Update)

An hours-long hostage situation in the Dutch eastern town of Ede ended without bloodshed on Saturday after an attacker was detained and taken into police custody, officials said.

Poland, Sweden Warn Europe of War with Russia
Poland, Sweden Warn Europe of War with Russia

Poland and Sweden have warned Europe to prepare for war with Russia and said that nobody should feel safe if Moscow defeats Ukraine.

SWIFT Launches Digital Currency System
SWIFT Launches Digital Currency System

The Society for Worldwide Interbank Financial Telecommunication (SWIFT) launched a central bank digital currency system despite worries the move would lead to more control over people’s finances.

Netherlands Reeling From Antisemitism
Netherlands Reeling From Antisemitism

The Netherlands, long known as one of the most liberal and tolerant nations in Europe, is reeling from the worst antisemitic attacks since World War Two.

Australia: Faith Leaders Say Proposed School Law Reform Endangers Religious Freedom
Australia: Faith Leaders Say Proposed School Law Reform Endangers Religious Freedom

Leaders of more than twenty Christian, Muslim, and Jewish organizations in Australia have sent a joint letter to Prime Minister Anthony Albanese warning him that religious freedoms are in danger of unwarranted restriction following the publication on Thursday of the Australian Law Reform Commission’s (ALRC) report on faith-based schools, Christian Today reports.

China Threatens Taiwan With More Jets And Ships (Worthy News Focus)
China Threatens Taiwan With More Jets And Ships (Worthy News Focus)

Taiwan’s defense ministry said Thursday that 20 Chinese fighter jets and eight warships were seen over the past 24 hours around the democratically-ruled island, the highest number in days.

Beijing Condemns US British Attacks
Beijing Condemns US British Attacks

Beijing has condemned the United States and Britain for imposing sanctions over alleged Chinese government-backed cyberattacks affecting millions of people.

US Tech Giant Unveiling Eerily Life-Like Robots; Churches Critical About AI
US Tech Giant Unveiling Eerily Life-Like Robots; Churches Critical About AI

U.S. tech giant Nvidia has unveiled an eerily life-like robot that, powered by artificial intelligence (AI), will assist people, including with “work that humans do not want to do” despite ethical concerns.

Britain’s Cancer-Suffering Princess Thankful For Prayers, Support
Britain’s Cancer-Suffering Princess Thankful For Prayers, Support

As Christians continue to pray for them, Britain’s Prince and Princess of Wales say they are “extremely moved” by the outpouring of support following Kate Middleton’s announcement that she was diagnosed with cancer and is undergoing treatment.