Trump administration asks court to release some Epstein docs

South Korean investigators stormed the Unification Church’s headquarters and a Seoul office as part of a growing corruption probe tied to former first lady Kim Keon-hee. The raid, backed by court warrants, adds to the church’s troubles after its alleged ties to Shinzo Abe’s assassination in 2023. Riot police were seen on-site, signaling the intensity of the scrutiny.

Editor’s Note: This isn’t just about a religious group under fire—it’s a high-stakes political drama with global echoes. The Unification Church, already infamous for its alleged role in Abe’s killing, now faces fresh legal heat in South Korea. The raid suggests deeper corruption networks linking powerful figures, and it could reignite debates about the church’s influence in politics. For South Koreans, it’s another chapter in the saga of elite accountability (or lack thereof). For the world, it’s a reminder of how fringe groups can wind up in the center of geopolitical storms.

A surprising new study from Chinese researchers suggests chemotherapy might have an unintended side effect—it could actually wake up dormant cancer cells and help the disease spread to other organs. This helps explain why some breast cancer patients see their cancer pop up in places like the lungs even after their original tumor is treated. On the brighter side, the team also discovered that pairing chemo with certain other drugs could block this effect in mice, hinting at potential future treatments.

Editor’s Note: This isn’t about ditching chemo—it’s still a lifesaver for many. But the study forces us to rethink how cancer moves and hides in the body. If confirmed in humans, it could lead to smarter combo therapies that keep chemo’s benefits while shutting down its risky side effects. For patients, it’s a reminder that cancer’s full picture is still being uncovered.

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has apologized to Pope Francis after Israeli munitions accidentally hit Gaza’s only Catholic church, calling it a regrettable mistake. The incident, described as "stray ammunition," adds to the growing tensions in the region, particularly concerning civilian and religious sites amid the ongoing conflict.

Editor’s Note: This isn’t just another wartime mishap—it’s a diplomatic and symbolic flare-up. Strikes on religious sites, even if accidental, risk inflaming global opinion and straining Israel’s relationships with religious communities and international allies. For the Vatican, which has repeatedly called for peace, the apology is a small step, but the damage (both physical and political) lingers.

A Brazilian court has imposed strict restrictions on former president Jair Bolsonaro, requiring him to wear an ankle monitor, observe a curfew, and stay off social media. He’ll also be under round-the-clock surveillance—a dramatic move following his alleged involvement in post-election unrest.

Editor’s Note: This isn’t just about one politician’s punishment—it’s a signal of how far Brazil’s legal system is willing to go to hold powerful figures accountable after the chaos of Bolsonaro’s presidency. For his supporters, it’ll fuel claims of persecution; for critics, it’s a long-overdue check on his influence. Either way, it keeps tensions high in a deeply divided country.

Former US Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard has reignited controversy by reopening a probe into the 2016 election, accusing the Obama administration of orchestrating a plot to undermine Donald Trump’s victory. She claims they fabricated intelligence to falsely tie Russia to election interference, calling it a "treasonous conspiracy." Gabbard vows to hand over all related documents to the Department of Justice.

Editor’s Note: This isn’t just another political spat—it’s a serious allegation that could deepen divisions in an already polarized America. If proven, it would validate long-held claims by Trump and his allies about a "deep state" effort to sabotage his presidency. Even if unproven, the accusation alone keeps the 2016 election in the spotlight, fueling mistrust in institutions and keeping partisan tensions high ahead of the next election cycle.