Madeleine McCann: Portuguese prosecutors identify suspect in probe of missing girl
Portuguese prosecutors said Thursday a man had been formally identified as a suspect in the disappearance of 3-year-old Madeleine McCann, who vanished from her bed during a family vacation to the country nearly 15 years ago.
Portuguese prosecutors said Thursday a man had been formally identified as a suspect in the disappearance of 3-year-old Madeleine McCann, who vanished from her bed during a family vacation to the country nearly 15 years ago.
UK patient had COVID-19 for 505 days straight, study shows
Although persistent infections are rare, experts said there are many people with compromised immune systems who remain at risk of severe COVID-19.
Although persistent infections are rare, experts said there are many people with compromised immune systems who remain at risk of severe COVID-19.
Earth Day 2022: How it started and how to celebrate
This year will mark 52 years since the first Earth Day and countries around the world are celebrating.
This year will mark 52 years since the first Earth Day and countries around the world are celebrating.
Ex-president of Honduras indicted on drug, gun charges
Honduras has extradited former President Juan Orlando Hernández to the United States to face drug trafficking and weapons charges.
Honduras has extradited former President Juan Orlando Hernández to the United States to face drug trafficking and weapons charges.
Armenian History Month: What has changed since President Biden recognized the genocide?
It's been exactly a year since the genocide was recognized by the United States. Many people called it a huge milestone, but they say a lot of work still needs to be done but Biden's recognition was a huge step forward.
It's been exactly a year since the genocide was recognized by the United States. Many people called it a huge milestone, but they say a lot of work still needs to be done but Biden's recognition was a huge step forward.
Putin tries to claim Mariupol victory but won't storm Ukraine holdout
Putin expressed concern for the lives of Russian troops in deciding against sending them in to clear out the sprawling Azovstal steel mill, where the die-hard defenders were hiding in a maze of underground passageways.
Putin expressed concern for the lives of Russian troops in deciding against sending them in to clear out the sprawling Azovstal steel mill, where the die-hard defenders were hiding in a maze of underground passageways.
Orthodox Easter COVID-themed candles being sold in Greece
Greeks celebrate Easter with other Orthodox Christians on Sunday. A central feature is the Easter candle given as gifts to children. A candle that resembles a COVID-19 test kit is a best seller at a shop in Athens.
Greeks celebrate Easter with other Orthodox Christians on Sunday. A central feature is the Easter candle given as gifts to children. A candle that resembles a COVID-19 test kit is a best seller at a shop in Athens.
Time flies: Google Earth Timelapse feature shows your town change over 37 years
“We hope that this perspective of the planet will ground debates, encourage discovery and shift perspectives about some of our most pressing global issues,” Google said.
“We hope that this perspective of the planet will ground debates, encourage discovery and shift perspectives about some of our most pressing global issues,” Google said.
Queen Elizabeth II Barbie doll unveiled in honor of Platinum Jubilee, 96th birthday
Mattel unveiled the Queen Elizabeth II Barbie doll, which appeared to have quickly sold out online, in honor of her 70 years on the throne.
Mattel unveiled the Queen Elizabeth II Barbie doll, which appeared to have quickly sold out online, in honor of her 70 years on the throne.
'Days or hours left': Russia tightens the noose in Mariupol
Russian forces tightened the noose around the defenders holed up Wednesday in a mammoth steel plant that represented the last known Ukrainian stronghold in Mariupol, as a fighter apparently on the inside warned in a video plea for help.
Russian forces tightened the noose around the defenders holed up Wednesday in a mammoth steel plant that represented the last known Ukrainian stronghold in Mariupol, as a fighter apparently on the inside warned in a video plea for help.
Queen Elizabeth II turns 96 Thursday
According to reports, Queen Elizabeth II will celebrate her birthday privately at her Sandringham estate.
According to reports, Queen Elizabeth II will celebrate her birthday privately at her Sandringham estate.
Ukraine zoo workers who stayed behind to care for animals found shot to death
Two EcoPark zoo workers in Ukraine who stayed behind to help care for animals at the facility — despite Russian shelling — were found dead, officials said.
Two EcoPark zoo workers in Ukraine who stayed behind to help care for animals at the facility — despite Russian shelling — were found dead, officials said.
Feeling blue? Belgian bluebells can help cure the pandemic blues
The famed bluebells are in bloom again at the Hallerbos in Belgium. Visitors can enjoy the flowers to take their mind off the pandemic and other issues in the world.
The famed bluebells are in bloom again at the Hallerbos in Belgium. Visitors can enjoy the flowers to take their mind off the pandemic and other issues in the world.
Ukraine war refugees: UN says over 5M have fled as Russian assault intensifies
The U.N. refugee agency says more than 5 million refugees have fled Ukraine since Russian troops invaded the country on Feb. 24.
The U.N. refugee agency says more than 5 million refugees have fled Ukraine since Russian troops invaded the country on Feb. 24.
Russia pours in more troops and presses attack in the east
If successful, the Russian offensive in what is known as the Donbas would essentially slice Ukraine in two and give President Vladimir Putin a badly needed victory after the failed attempt by Moscow's forces to storm the capital.
If successful, the Russian offensive in what is known as the Donbas would essentially slice Ukraine in two and give President Vladimir Putin a badly needed victory after the failed attempt by Moscow's forces to storm the capital.
Video: Woman falls under moving train and survives
A shocking video shows a fainting woman falling off of a subway platform as the train enters the station and survives.
A shocking video shows a fainting woman falling off of a subway platform as the train enters the station and survives.
Taste enhancing chopsticks make food taste saltier
New chopsticks claim to make lower-sodium foods taste saltier using a small electric current.
New chopsticks claim to make lower-sodium foods taste saltier using a small electric current.
Puzzling outbreak of liver disease in kids spreads to EU, US
Health officials say they have detected more cases of a mysterious liver disease in children that was first identified in Britain, with new infections spreading to Europe and the U.S.
Health officials say they have detected more cases of a mysterious liver disease in children that was first identified in Britain, with new infections spreading to Europe and the U.S.
International travel tips for Americans: Things to do before departing
About 85% of people in the United States expect to travel this summer. If you're one of them, make sure to plan ahead before boarding a plane to somewhere overseas.
About 85% of people in the United States expect to travel this summer. If you're one of them, make sure to plan ahead before boarding a plane to somewhere overseas.
Sweden links riots to criminal gangs that target police
Swedish police say the riots that have shaken several cities and towns in the Nordic country are extremely serious crimes against society and suspect some protesters were linked to criminal gangs that intentionally target police.
Swedish police say the riots that have shaken several cities and towns in the Nordic country are extremely serious crimes against society and suspect some protesters were linked to criminal gangs that intentionally target police.