Astronaut Ron Garan, who spent 178 days in space, described the profound “overview effect”—a shift in perspective when viewing Earth from orbit. From the International Space Station, he saw lightning storms, auroras, and the razor-thin atmosphere protecting all life. This led to a sobering realization: humanity prioritizes the economy over the planet’s survival, ignoring urgent…
In the 1500s, French astrologer Nostradamus allegedly predicted the election of a new pope following the death of an elderly pontiff. His cryptic prophecy, written in his book *Les Prophéties*, suggested the new pope would “weaken his seat” but remain active for a long time. He also mentioned a “young man of dark skin” aiding…
The election of Pope Leo XIV, the first American pontiff, has sparked political controversy as his past social media posts reveal clashes with Trump-era policies. Before his papacy, Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost shared articles criticizing Trump’s immigration stance, supported DACA recipients, and endorsed racial justice movements following George Floyd’s death. These resurfaced posts drew sharp…
Pope Leo XIV, the first American pontiff, could receive a monthly stipend of €2,500 ($2,820) as head of the Catholic Church—a decrease from his previous cardinal salary. While the Vatican covers all his living expenses, the 69-year-old pope may follow his predecessor Francis’s humble example, having spent years as a missionary in Peru. Francis famously…
President Donald Trump is reportedly planning to rename the Persian Gulf as the “Arabian Gulf” during his upcoming Middle East visit, according to two U.S. officials. This follows his controversial executive order renaming the Gulf of Mexico as the “Gulf of America” and past remarks about Greenland and the Panama Canal. The move has already…
Elon Musk has clashed with Bill Gates after the Microsoft co-founder claimed government budget cuts would lead to millions of preventable deaths. During a CBS interview, Gates warned that efficiency measures by Musk’s Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) could reverse progress on global vaccinations, potentially causing two million additional child deaths annually. Musk fired back…
The Vatican’s long-hidden “Third Secret of Fatima,” revealed in 2000, contains eerie prophecies some believe could unfold before 2030. Originally shared by the Virgin Mary to three children in 1917, the secret describes visions of an angel with a flaming sword, a “Bishop dressed in white” (linked to Pope John Paul II’s 1981 assassination attempt),…
During the recent VE Day celebrations, Prince William and Queen Camilla shared a lighthearted exchange on the Buckingham Palace balcony, according to lip reader Nicola Hickling. As the royal family watched the flypast, William playfully teased Camilla during a game of “guess the aircraft,” telling her she gave the “wrong answer.” Camilla reportedly laughed and…
Pope Leo XIV, the first American pope in history, has sparked reactions with his Chicago accent during his inaugural mass. Born Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost, the 69-year-old pontiff delivered his speech in English, surprising many who weren’t prepared for an American-accented pope. Social media erupted with mixed responses, with some users humorously struggling to reconcile…
King Charles III and Queen Consort Camilla’s new coronation portraits were unveiled at the National Gallery this week. Painted by artists Peter Kuhfeld and Paul Benny, the full-length depictions show Charles in the Throne Room at St. James’ Palace and Camilla in Clarence House’s garden room. Charles wears his Robe of State and naval uniform,…