As the world watches and wonders who will succeed Pope Francis, the question of who might become the next spiritual leader of the Roman Catholic Church sparks global intrigue. With Pope Francis aging and experiencing recurring health issues, speculation intensifies behind the closed doors of the Vatican. Yet, just as Francis’s own election in 2013…
Could life exist beyond Earth? Scientists may have uncovered compelling evidence suggesting just that. An international team of astronomers has discovered two chemical compounds in the atmosphere of exoplanet K2-18b — located over 120 light-years from Earth — that on our planet are produced solely by living organisms. The findings, published in The Astrophysical Journal…
On April 17, 2025, the serene atmosphere of Florida State University (FSU) was shattered by the chilling echo of gunfire. An active shooter was reported near the Student Union, triggering a swift lockdown, panic across campus, and a massive emergency response. At least four individuals were injured, and a suspect was taken into custody, according…
In a startling reminder of Southern California’s seismic volatility, a 5.2-magnitude earthquake struck San Diego County Monday morning, according to the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS). The tremor, which originated just 2.5 miles southeast of Julian, hit at approximately 10:10 a.m. PT, jolting residents across the region and sending ripples of concern as far north as…
In a historic moment for both aerospace and cultural milestones, Blue Origin successfully launched and landed a suborbital mission with an all-female crew — and at the heart of it were global superstar Katy Perry and media personality Lauren Sánchez. The mission, completed on April 14, 2025, from the company’s West Texas launch site, has…
March 31, 2025 | By FlashpointNews Team In yet another headline-grabbing statement, President Donald Trump has entertained the idea of running for a third term in 2028, despite the 22nd Amendment explicitly barring presidents from serving more than two terms. But the most shocking part? Trump seems to welcome the idea of facing off against…
March 29, 2025 | By FlashpointNews Team A devastating 7.7-magnitude earthquake struck Myanmar on Friday, leaving widespread destruction and more than 1,600 people dead. The disaster, among the strongest earthquakes in a century for the region, severely impacted airports, bridges, and highways, exacerbating the ongoing humanitarian crisis in the war-torn country. Massive Loss of Life…
Thai rescue workers arrive on scene at a construction building collapse in the Chatuchak area following the earthquake (Photo by Lauren DeCicca/Getty Images) March 25, 2025 | By FlashpointNews Team A powerful 7.7-magnitude earthquake struck Myanmar today, causing widespread devastation and loss of life across the region. The tremor, with its epicenter 17 km (10 miles)…
March 25, 2025 | By FlashpointNews Team The Discovery That Could Rewrite History For centuries, the Great Pyramid of Giza has stood as an enigmatic monument to humanity’s ancient past. But a shocking new revelation suggests we may have fundamentally misunderstood its purpose. Recent underground scans have uncovered what appears to be a sophisticated network…
March 25, 2025 | By FlashpointNews Team Spring has officially arrived in Washington, DC, as the city’s iconic cherry blossoms enter the “Puffy White” stage, just one step away from peak bloom. The National Park Service (NPS) announced the exciting development on Sunday, teasing that the next phase—when 70% of the delicate pink and white flowers open—is right…