At Six-Month War Mark, Israel Pulls IDF Division from Gaza after US Pressure; Netanyahu Still Plans Rafah Invasion

JERUSALEM, Israel – Israel announced Sunday it has pulled a key division out of the southern Gaza Strip. It’s a major shift in the war, as Israelis commemorate six months after the October 7th massacre and kidnappings. Israel’s Defense Minister Yoav Gallant says the pullout is a sign of the beating Hamas has taken at this … Read more

Netanyahu Says Gaza Victory Near as White House, World Pressure Intensifies

JERUSALEM, Israel – Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu declared Monday that victory in Gaza is at hand. His declaration comes in the face of U.S. and international opposition to Israel’s last major military campaign. Netanyahu told Fox News, “Victory is close. I mean, as I’ve said, three-quarters of those (Hamas) fighting battalions (are gone). The best thing we … Read more

Qatar's Critics Question Why U.S. Pressure Doesn't Grow against Top Sponsor of Hamas

JERUSALEM, Israel – The world appears to be counting on the tiny country of Qatar to help negotiate a ceasefire between Israel and Hamas that could lead to the release of the Israeli hostages held since last October. However, some are questioning whether the country’s ruling family is a reliable partner in the process. In 2022, the … Read more

Social media rumours and political pressure lead to teacher's suspension in Mangaluru school controversy

(Photo: Unsplash/Nikhita S) A major controversy erupted at St. Gerosa English Higher Primary School in Mangaluru after a teacher was accused of making derogatory remarks about Hinduism and Prime Minister Narendra Modi during class. The allegations surfaced on Saturday when a voice message from a parent circulated on social media claiming that Sr. Prabha, a … Read more