Humanoid robots competed in various events on day one of the World Robot Games, with one even breaking Usain Bolt's world record in the 100 meter sprint.
More than 2,000 humanoid robots were participating in the event, the organizer said. https://t.co/9rBEYZtcnB
Per the WSJ, the IRGC has signaled through the Qatari mediation channel that it will move to close the Strait of Hormuz again if the Doha talks do not guarantee Iran exclusive control, and if the US and Western states do not drop the southern Omani-coast route.
(Letโs see how this goes)
During a visit to the National Mall on Thursday, President Trump said he told Secretary of State Marco Rubio to tell Pope Leo "very nicely, very respectfully, that Iran cannot have a nuclear weapon."
Rubio and the pope met at the Vatican to discuss the situation in the Middle East and other matters, in a meeting that came after weeks of tension between Pope Leo and President Trump.
I do wonder what the one-legged man allegedly did to make his prosthetic leg a macabre but worthy trophy? What would they say? Roadside IED maker? #war#crime#justice#iwonder
๐จ๐ฆ๐บ A Federal Court Judge finds Ben Roberts Smith Australia's most decorated soldier, murdered or was complicit in the murder of 4 unarmed Afghans, including a disabled man with the prosthetic leg, later used as a trophy and drinking vessel.
@l3v1at4an 'Missiles for thee, but not for me.' It's the way that most people would prefer a war, if not the world. Then, there are things like freedom, peace, and prosperity where not everybody agrees.
IRGC loyalists in Toronto gather for a โHands Off Iranโ protest while simultaneously calling for missiles to strike Israel.
Why are these people in Canada?
How does one call for missile strikes while gathering for a โanti-warโ protest?
It's not just a phase ๐
Artemis II astronauts captured these views of the Moon as the Orion spacecraft flew around the far side of the Moon on April 6, 2026.
They destroyed the regime's leadership and long-range attack capacity. Now they're opening back up the Strait of Hormuz. They can talk and talk and talk about what kind of contract they're going to sign. It's done. The US and Israeli militaries did it. #US#Israel#Iran
JUST IN: New video shows crowds locking arms around Iranian power plants, creating HUMAN SHIELDS โ a striking scene as Trump's 8p.m. deadline for the Islamic Republic nears.
Iran has rejected the latest terms, raising the stakes with just hours to go.
At the Vatican, Pope Leo XIV took time on Palm Sunday to address the conflict with Iran and admonish those who wage war, suggesting that โHe (God) does not listen to the prayers of those who wage war, but rejects them...โ White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt responded to the Popeโs comments:
https://t.co/DlWLXXMlZf
Following a productive meeting between the Israel Police and Latin Catholic Cardinal Pierbattista Pizzaballa, a mutual framework has been established for upcoming Easter ceremonies.
Due to the complex security reality of Operation โRoaring Lion,โ ceremonies including the โHoly Fireโ will be held in a symbolic, limited format. This coordination ensures that freedom of worship is maintained alongside our shared, primary duty: the protection of human life.
In the past few weeks, Iranian missiles and debris have impacted within the Old City. These life-saving restrictions are a direct response to a real and present danger to all worshippers
@visegrad24 ๐ JUST IN: Iranian army (Artesh) defections
Two soldiers holding the free Iran flag (Lion&Sun) in the metro. Being detained by the IRGC personnel:
On Friday the 13th this March, the Vatican held a summit of exorcists which cited the rise of occultism and Satanism as a reason for ramping up exorcist recruitment to ensure at least one per diocese.
Pope Leo XIV received representatives of the International Association of Exorcists (AIE) in a private audience on Friday, March 13. They presented a report on the growing prevalence of cases related to occultism, esotericism, and Satanism, and the spiritual consequences they believe this has for many people.
During the meeting, the Association asked the Pontiff to ensure that every diocese in the world has one or more adequately trained exorcist priests. The request concerns not only the number of exorcists, but above all their preparation: seminary training, specific programs for new bishops, and clear discernment criteria for addressing particularly delicate pastoral situations.
According to Father Francesco Bamonte, Vice President of the AIE, ignoring these phenomena leaves many faithful without an adequate response to grave spiritual suffering, sometimes pushing them toward inappropriate solutions. This is why exorcists insist on the need for serious, prudent, and Gospel-based pastoral care.
During the audience, the Pope was also presented with the book Guidelines for the Ministry of Exorcism, along with an image of Saint Michael the Archangel from the sanctuary of Monte Sant'Angelo. Leo XIV also recalled his past acquaintance with and appreciation for Father Gabriele Amorth, founder of the International Association of Exorcists.
Discover more at https://t.co/3uBkzPwDss
So, the story goes, 19-year-old Iranian wrestler Saleh Mohammedi killed a member of Iran's security forces at a protest after experiencing such freedoms as are enjoyed by the people of Russia, during a war, in September 2024. I can only imagine the culture-shock.