The Unlikely Political Landscape Manchester, England In a twist that seems ripped straight from a satirical sitcom, former Manchester City footballer is set to become the president of a country after just 16 days of pro-European Union protests. This unprecedented crossover between sport and politics is raising eyebrows, and not just because of the questionable career trajectory of our new political star. A Kickoff into Politics It all started when the nation’s citizens decided to voice their frustrations over certain political issues, which many of them felt were about as clear as mud....

A Royal Affair with a Twist London, UK - The past week has been anything but ordinary in the UK, where headlines are being dominated by a strange blend of royal scandals, dance competitions, and the urgent need for more tradespeople to build the homes we all dream of. In a plot that seems ripped straight from a soap opera, Prince Andrew finds himself embroiled in a scandal involving a Chinese businessman alleged to be a spy....

A Day of Absurdity in the City of Lights Paris, France - On what started as a seemingly ordinary Tuesday in Paris, events spiraled into a delightful chaos that would make even the most seasoned Parisians raise an eyebrow. From mysterious pilgrims wandering through the streets to a flying object sighting that left the government scratching its head, the city was buzzing with tales that could only be described as absurd....

A Year of Political Turbulence in France Paris, France In a year that seems to have been scripted by a team of hyperactive screenwriters, France has witnessed its fourth prime minister, François Bayrou, stepping into the political ring. This follows the abrupt ousting of Michel Barnier, who apparently couldn’t find the right pair of socks to match the chaos of the current administration. Bayrou’s appointment has left many wondering if he’s going to bring a change or if he’s just the latest actor in this tragicomedy....

The Tale of Hackney’s Water Gun Incident Hackney, London - In a city where rain is often more common than sunshine, one young boy learned the hard way that not all water guns are created equal. Last Wednesday, a seemingly innocent afternoon took a turn for the dramatic when a young lad was surrounded by police who believed his brightly colored water gun was a dangerous weapon. As the sun set over Hackney, the boy found himself in a situation that would make any budding action hero’s heart race....

Gukesh Dommaraju: A New Era in Chess London, United Kingdom In a world where being the youngest chess world champion at the tender age of 18 is a feat worthy of the front page, Gukesh Dommaraju has taken the chess community by storm. While he’s busy rethinking the age-old opening strategies, elsewhere in the globe, chaos reigns as insurgents vie for territory in Myanmar, and Christmas parties spiral into scandalous arrests....