Afghanistan earthquake kills 1,000 people, deadliest in decades
At least 600 others were injured in the powerful earthquake that struck a rural, mountainous region of eastern Afghanistan early Wednesday.
At least 600 others were injured in the powerful earthquake that struck a rural, mountainous region of eastern Afghanistan early Wednesday.
Phone call between Brittney Griner and wife rescheduled after 'unfortunate mistake'
The White House says a phone call between jailed WNBA star Brittney Griner and her wife has been rescheduled after an earlier attempt to connect on the couple’s anniversary failed because of an “unfortunate mistake."
The White House says a phone call between jailed WNBA star Brittney Griner and her wife has been rescheduled after an earlier attempt to connect on the couple’s anniversary failed because of an “unfortunate mistake."
Non-invasive eye exams could help predict heart attacks, study suggests
Researchers said if patients get routine eye exams and compare them against the model used in this study, physicians could predict if someone will have a heart attack as soon as five years before it happens.
Researchers said if patients get routine eye exams and compare them against the model used in this study, physicians could predict if someone will have a heart attack as soon as five years before it happens.
Monkey in bulletproof vest found among the dead after shootout with Mexican police
A photo circulating on social media from the shooting shows a monkey wearing what appears to be a bulletproof vest, a camouflage jacket and a diaper.
A photo circulating on social media from the shooting shows a monkey wearing what appears to be a bulletproof vest, a camouflage jacket and a diaper.
Jumbo Floating Restaurant capsizes after being towed from Hong Kong port
Hong Kong’s iconic Jumbo Floating Restaurant has capsized in the South China Sea less than a week after it was towed away from the city, its parent company said Monday.
Hong Kong’s iconic Jumbo Floating Restaurant has capsized in the South China Sea less than a week after it was towed away from the city, its parent company said Monday.
Russian journalist Dmitry Muratov sells Nobel Peace Prize for Ukrainian children
Russian journalist Dmitry Muratov is auctioning off his Nobel Peace Prize medal, and the proceeds will go to UNICEF in its efforts to help Ukrainian children displaced by the war.
Russian journalist Dmitry Muratov is auctioning off his Nobel Peace Prize medal, and the proceeds will go to UNICEF in its efforts to help Ukrainian children displaced by the war.
BTS hiatus sparks debate on activism, South Korean military exemptions
Some of BTS’ older members may soon need to enlist in South Korea's army, unless a legal exemption is given — which has sparked debate in the country about whether such an exemption is appropriate.
Some of BTS’ older members may soon need to enlist in South Korea's army, unless a legal exemption is given — which has sparked debate in the country about whether such an exemption is appropriate.
Gas prices soar around the world amid Russia-Ukraine war, rebound from COVID-19
Energy prices are a key driver of inflation that is rising worldwide and making the cost of living more expensive.
Energy prices are a key driver of inflation that is rising worldwide and making the cost of living more expensive.
Camilla, Duchess of Cornwall talks about marriage to Prince Charles, past media scrutiny in rare interview
Camilla said "sometimes it’s like ships passing in the night" with Charles because they're so busy but they make an effort to spend quality time together every day
Camilla said "sometimes it’s like ships passing in the night" with Charles because they're so busy but they make an effort to spend quality time together every day
Wheat and barley shortage: How Russia-Ukraine war triggered a global food crisis
Together, Russia and Ukraine export nearly a third of the world’s wheat and barley, more than 70% of its sunflower oil and are big suppliers of corn.
Together, Russia and Ukraine export nearly a third of the world’s wheat and barley, more than 70% of its sunflower oil and are big suppliers of corn.
Wikileaks founder Julian Assange can be extradited to US, UK government says
American prosecutors say Assange helped U.S. Army intelligence analyst Chelsea Manning steal classified diplomatic cables and military files that WikiLeaks later published, putting lives at risk.
American prosecutors say Assange helped U.S. Army intelligence analyst Chelsea Manning steal classified diplomatic cables and military files that WikiLeaks later published, putting lives at risk.
Biden hosts international climate change meeting amid high gas price pressure
Friday's meeting comes as Biden has been focused on boosting fossil fuel production to reduce high gas prices.
Friday's meeting comes as Biden has been focused on boosting fossil fuel production to reduce high gas prices.
Ukraine should be candidate for EU membership, European Commission says
The European Commission recommended Friday that Ukraine should be granted EU candidate status, a first step on the long road toward membership for the war-torn country.
The European Commission recommended Friday that Ukraine should be granted EU candidate status, a first step on the long road toward membership for the war-torn country.
Police in Colombia seize shipment of cocaine disguised as potatoes
A video of the seized cocaine was shared by Colombia’s Ministry of National Defense, which showed officers extracting the drug from the fake food bound for Spain.
A video of the seized cocaine was shared by Colombia’s Ministry of National Defense, which showed officers extracting the drug from the fake food bound for Spain.
Electronic-sniffing dog helps make pedophilia arrest in Mexico
Hidu has been specially trained to sniff out a certain electronic -- and his skills led authorities to a high-profile suspected pedophile in Mexico City.
Hidu has been specially trained to sniff out a certain electronic -- and his skills led authorities to a high-profile suspected pedophile in Mexico City.
Scientists explain how some dogs can remember their favorite toys
Most of man’s best friends recognize toys by sight or smell — but some particularly gifted dogs can associate their favorite toy with words.
Most of man’s best friends recognize toys by sight or smell — but some particularly gifted dogs can associate their favorite toy with words.
US sending $1 billion more in aid to Ukraine
President Joe Biden said Wednesday the U.S. will send an additional $1 billion in military aid to Ukraine, the largest single tranche of weapons and equipment since the war began.
President Joe Biden said Wednesday the U.S. will send an additional $1 billion in military aid to Ukraine, the largest single tranche of weapons and equipment since the war began.
WHO creating vaccine-sharing mechanism to stop monkeypox amid inequity fears
The World Health Organization is creating a new vaccine-sharing mechanism to stop the outbreak of monkeypox in more than 30 countries beyond Africa.
The World Health Organization is creating a new vaccine-sharing mechanism to stop the outbreak of monkeypox in more than 30 countries beyond Africa.
Biden to visit 'pariah' Saudi Arabia and Israel next month
President Joe Biden plans to meet with Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, who U.S. intelligence officials determined ordered the 2018 killing of U.S.-based journalist Jamal Khashoggi. The Saudis say they look forward to welcoming Biden.
President Joe Biden plans to meet with Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, who U.S. intelligence officials determined ordered the 2018 killing of U.S.-based journalist Jamal Khashoggi. The Saudis say they look forward to welcoming Biden.
1st-ever robotic finger covered in living skin can move, heal like humans, scientists say
Researchers hope this study will inspire further innovation in medical research and advancements in manufacturing.
Researchers hope this study will inspire further innovation in medical research and advancements in manufacturing.