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Canada's military conducts high-stakes drills to assert its presence and readiness in the strategically vital High Arctic as climate change and geopolitical tensions increase the region's importance.

As immigrant detentions surge, animal welfare groups in cities like New Orleans work tirelessly to care for abandoned pets, providing food, shelter, and new homes.

Discover the rich history and significance of the iconic cherry blossom trees lining Washington, D.C.'s Tidal Basin. Learn about their origins and the enduring legacy they hold.

Tensions rise as Israeli settlers launch consecutive nights of violent rampages through West Bank towns, sparking concerns over the ongoing struggle for control of Palestinian territories.

A regional jet hit a fire truck while landing at LaGuardia Airport on Sunday, killing both pilots. The crash injured dozens and forced the closure of the airport.

An Air Canada regional jet collided with a firefighting vehicle on the runway at New York's LaGuardia Airport, resulting in two fatalities. The airport was temporarily closed as authorities investigated the accident.

Explore the far-reaching consequences of the Iran war, from oil markets to international relations, as this crisis shapes the global landscape.

New survey data shows Ukrainians are becoming more pessimistic about the prospects for peace amid ongoing conflicts and supply shortages, casting doubt on the willingness to endure Russia's invasion.

Tensions escalate as Iran threatens to shut down the Strait of Hormuz indefinitely if President Trump carries out his threat to bomb Iranian power plants over the channel's closure.

NPR's Michel Martin explores the Iran-US conflict with leading expert Karim Sadjadpour, analyzing potential scenarios for success amidst growing threats of escalation.