Friedrich Merz was poised to be sworn in as chancellor but did not win enough votes in parliament, usually a symbolic step.

Germany's conservative leader unexpectedly falls short of the numbers needed to form a majority in parliament to become chancellor.

Friedrich Merz failed in his first bid to secure parliamentary backing as Germany’s next chancellor. The outcome was a shock in a vote that was largely seen as pro forma, with a second vote due shortly.

The Met Gala was first organized and presided over by Anna Wintour in 1995 and is recognized as one of fashion's biggest nights. It also functions as a fundraiser for the Costume Institute and aligns with the opening of its annual fashion exhibition.

Nicole Kidman turned heads with a fresh hairstyle at Monday’s Met Gala. While her strapless black Balenciaga gown was classically Kidman, she did something very different with her locks. The star looked chic as she traded her typically long tresses into a short side-swept crop with deep,

Met Gala, Nicole Kidman wowed in a dramatic short haircut with brunette undertones that left audiences stunned. Learn about the style here.