Children among 8 electrocuted as floods wreak havoc in South Africa's Western Cape
Heavy rainfall and gale-force winds since Sunday in South Africa's Western Cape led to the flooding of informal settlements that killed eight in two electrocution incidents.
Fire rips through Iraqi wedding hall, killing around 100 shocking Christian community
The cause of the fire is under investigation, but a local news outlet aired footage showing pyrotechnics shooting flames up from the floor of the event and setting a chandelier on fire.
South Korea parades powerful weapons, thousands of troops in massive Armed Forces Day ceremony
On Tuesday, South Korea rolled tanks, artillery systems, drones and powerful ballistic missiles capable of hitting all of North Korea past Seoul streets.
US to loan Poland $2 billion to modernize its military
The Biden administration says it is offering $2 billion in loans to Poland to support the defense modernization of the ally which has been a hub for weapons going into Ukraine.
Watch: Dashcam footage reveals 'road rage' clash between UK drivers
The video, recorded on May 21, captured the two individuals engaging in dangerous driving behavior as they vied to outpace each other at excessive speeds.
BTS member Suga begins mandatory military service in South Korea
"I’ll faithfully serve and come back … Please stay healthy and let’s meet all again in 2025!" Suga wrote in a message posted on the online fan platform Weverse.
Mexican railway operator stops trains because many migrants were climbing aboard and getting hurt
A Mexican railway operator has announced it is suspending train runs in the northern part of the country because so many migrants are climbing aboard freight cars and getting hurt in the process.
Afghans who recently arrived in US granted temporary legal status from Biden administration
The Biden administration is giving temporary legal status to Afghan migrants who have already been living in the country for a little over a year.
Longest-serving American prisoner in Iran returns to US soil
There has been so much false hope for Siamak’s uncle and the rest of his family. Every time they thought Siamak would come home, he never did. Until now.
Danish artist ordered to repay museum after submitting blank canvases: 'Take the money and run'
A Danish artist has been ordered to repay a museum after running off with its money upon being commissioned to create a piece of artwork but instead submitted two empty canvases titled "Take the Money and Run."
China flies 103 military planes toward Taiwan, a new high in activity the island calls 'harassment'
China has flown 103 military planes toward Taiwan in a new daily high for activity the island considers harassment.
Russia pushes UN's top court to throw out Ukrainian case that seeks to stop Moscow's invasion
Kyiv’s case filed after Russia invaded Ukraine, argues that the attack was based on false claims of acts of genocide in regions of eastern Ukraine and alleges that Moscow was planning carnage in Ukraine.
5 prisoners sought by US in swap with Iran have been freed as part of $6B assets deal
The prisoner swap between the U.S. and Iran was part of a deal that released nearly $6 billion in Iranian funds that had once been frozen.
Missing Van Gogh painting worth millions returned to museum in Ikea bag
Dutch police this week retrieved a Van Gogh painting stolen over three years ago, thanks to a tip from an "art detective" who returned the painting in an Ikea bag.
New US sanctions target methods allowing Russia to get Western tech for war
The latest sanctions package is one of the biggest imposed by the State and Treasury departments. It targets countries that sell Western technology to Russia that could be used to boost its war effort.
Kim Jong Un gets close look at Russian fighter jets as his tour narrows its focus to weapons
Foreign governments and experts believe the North Korean leader will likely supply ammunition to Russia for its war efforts in Ukraine in exchange for receiving advanced weapons or technology from Russia.
American researcher says he thought he would die after 11 days trapped in Turkish cave
Mark Dickey told reporters he never gave up hope while stuck more than 3,000 feet below ground. Dickey was rescued on Tuesday.
Cruise ship in Greenland freed after running aground
Before the cruise ship was freed, authorities reported that three passengers had COVID-19.
No sign of North Korea's Kim as Russia visit continues and Seoul expresses concern over Putin meetings
The U.S. government has warned that the summit between Kim Jong Un and Russian President Vladimir Putin could lead to a deal for North Korea to supply ammunition for Moscow’s war in Ukraine.
Ufologist presents alleged 'non-human' bodies to Mexico's Congress
Jaime Maussan presented two alleged alien corpses in windowed boxes. He told Mexico's Congress "we are not alone in this vast universe."