Madagascar president says coup attempt 'underway' as protesters install new army chief

A Madagascar army unit siding with anti-government protesters installed a new military chief as President Andry Rajoelina denounced an "attempt to seize power illegally". The soldiers from the CAPSAT contingent joined protesters for a second day...

Madagascar President claims attempted coup, 3 injured in clashes with soldiers

Madagascar's presidency said on Sunday that an attempt to grab power by force was underway in the African nation as more soldiers joined a youth-led protest movement that has rocked the former French colony for more than two weeks. Troops from the...

Student-led coup attempt underway in Madagascar, president says

The office of Madagascar's president says an attempt to seize power by force is underway in the island nation as more soldiers throw their support behind a youth-led protest movement. Troops from the elite CAPSAT unit, which helped President Andry...

Education privilege of a few, free thinking attacked in India: Rahul Gandhi in Peru

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi called for a comprehensive reform of the Indian education system, emphasising the need for it to reflect the country’s diversity and to ensure that learning does not remain a privilege of a few. He also said that it...

'Missing' man of two years found after family spot him in background of video on social media

A man who was initially thought to be 'missing' has been found after appearing in a viral TikTok video. Diego Londoño's family had apparently been looking for him for two years before a social media influencer decided to help out. The musician,...

Will Gen Z unseat Madagascar's leader of 26 yrs? President no stranger to a coup

Madagascar President Andry Rajoelina, who took power in a military-backed coup in 2009, is now facing demands to quit from a youth-led protest movement backed by an army unit. Motorcyclists drive chanting anti-government slogans and waving...

New Bedford Screenings Expose the Dark Side of Social Media

We all enjoy the benefits of social media: communicating with friends and family in far-away places, conducting business over your phone, having breaking news at your fingertips, and sharing pictures and stories with others. What about the other...

Madagascar President Warns Of Coup Attempt As More Soldiers Join Protest

1 Madagascar’s Presidency said on Sunday that an attempt to grab power by force was under way as more soldiers threw their support behind a youth-led protest movement that has rocked the African island nation for more than two weeks. Troops from...

Oscar De La Hoya Reacts To Jaron Ennis Calling Out Vergil Ortiz After 1st Round KO Of Uisma Lima

Jaron Ennis made his long-awaited debut at 154lbs as he dispatched of Portugal’s Uisma Lima in the opening round of their Philadelphia showdown. The 28-year-old former unified world welterweight champion floored Lima twice before referee Shawn...

No. 5 Men’s Soccer Defeats No. 21 Lancers 2-1

Box Score MISHAWAKA, Ind. ---The No. 5 Bethel Pilots (10-1-2, 4-0-1) defeated the No. 21 Grace College Lancers (9-3-2, 3-2) 2-1 on Morey Field on Saturday evening. The win marks Bethel's fifth consecutive win over the Lancers since their winning...

World Reuters Madagascar president warns of coup attempt as more soldiers join protests

By Tim Cocks ANTANANARIVO (Reuters) -Madagascar's presidency said on Sunday that an attempt to grab power by force was under way as more soldiers threw their support behind a youth-led protest movement that has rocked the African island nation for...

Pope Leo warns that unchecked wealth is destroying the soul of society and widening the moral divide

The Vatican on October 9 released the document, entitled “I have loved you,” which Francis had begun to write in his final months but never finished. Leo, who was elected in May, credited Francis with the text, cited him repeatedly, but said he...

Spark of hope in Holy Land, problems in Peru

Pope Leo turned his attention to his 2nd homeland before praying the midday Angelus this Sunday. A "spark of hope" has emerged from the agreement ending hostilities in Gaza, said Pope Leo XIV at the end of Mass celebrated on October 12, 2025, in...

Ennis needs only 1 round to destroy Lima

JARON “Boots” Ennis wasted no time making an explosive statement in his 154-pound debut, needing just 1 minute and 58 seconds to destroy Uisma Lima in the opening round on Sunday, Oct. 12, 2025 (PH time). The Philadelphia standout scored three...

Peru’s ousted president denies she will try to seek asylum

LIMA - Peru’s former president Dina Boluarte-- who was removed from office by lawmakers and is facing multiple probes for corruption and abuse of power -- said Friday she would not attempt to seek asylum abroad. The 38-year-old head of Peru’s...

Teddy Atlas Sums Up Jaron Ennis 1st Round KO Of Lima Perfectly In Just 3 Words

The fight between Jaron Ennis and Uisma Lima has drawn various opinions from the boxing world. Ennis made his 154lb debut on Saturday when he went up against Lima at the Wells Fargo Center in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, and it didn’t take the...

Peru Bets on Chevron and Riyadh to Jumpstart Its Energy Future

One of the world’s top copper producers, Peru, looks to turn around its energy and critical minerals mining industry with deals with foreign firms to boost oil production and supply and launch lithium mining projects. Peru, the South American oil...

Peru's new interim leader oversees prison raids

LIMA, Peru (AP) — In one of his first acts as interim president of Peru, Jose Jeri, led a series of raids on prisons holding gang leaders nationwide on Saturday, the presidency said, a day after the ouster of his deeply unpopular predecessor over...

Escalating Peru Political Crisis: 7th President in 9 Years Ousted Amid Turmoil

An in-depth look at the escalating Peru political crisis after Dina Boluarte’s ouster, marking the 7th presidential change in 9 years. Analysis and context. Related: Dina Boluarte denies attempt to leave Peru while Prosecutor’s Office prohibits...

Peru’s Congress leader Jose Jeri sworn in as President

Peru’s Congress leader Jose Jeri sworn in as President Lima: Peruvian Congress leader Jose Jeri was sworn in as the country’s president, shortly after the Congress removed former President Dina Boluarte from office. Peru’s lawmakers demanded that...