Pope Francis individually baptizes infants during annual ceremony at Sistine Chapel
Pope Francis baptized 16 babies in the Sistine Chapel on Sunday under the ceiling frescoed by Michelangelo, in what has become an annual tradition near the end of the Christmas holiday period at the Vatican.
Oscar Pistorius released on parole after serving nearly 9 years for girlfriend's murder
The world-famous Olympic runner was convicted of killing his girlfriend, model and law graduate Reeva Steenkamp, on Valentine’s Day 2013.
Russia using ballistic missiles it purchased from North Korea in Ukraine, US intelligence says
The White House says U.S. intelligence officials have determined that Russia has acquired ballistic missiles from North Korea and is seeking close-range ballistic missiles from Iran as Moscow struggles to replenish arms for its war with Ukraine.
Tokyo runway crash: Investigators looking into air traffic communication
A transcript of communication between traffic control and two aircraft that collided and burst into flames at Tokyo’s Haneda Airport shows that only the larger Japan Airlines passenger flight was given permission to use the runway.
Iran says at least 95 killed in blasts at ceremony honoring slain general
No one immediately claimed responsibility for what appeared to be the deadliest militant attack to target Iran since its 1979 Islamic Revolution.
Earthquakes in Japan leave at least 57 dead, destroy buildings along western coast
Japanese officials are warning people in some areas to stay away from their homes because of a risk of more strong quakes. Aftershocks continued to shake Ishikawa prefecture and nearby areas a day after a magnitude 7.6 temblor slammed the area on Monday.
US authorities continue to seize illegal e-cigarettes with thousands more pouring in from China
U.S. officials are seizing more shipments of unauthorized electronic cigarettes. But industry data shows thousands of new flavored products continue pouring into the country from China.
South Korean opposition leader Lee Jae-myung stabbed in neck by knife-wielding man
The attacker approached Lee Jae-myung, saying he wanted to get his autograph, and then stabbed him, authorities said. Democratic Party officials near Lee quickly subdued the attacker before police detained him.
Blast off! India soars into 2024 with space mission to study black holes
India kicked off 2024 with a significant milestone as the Indian Space Research Organization (ISRO) successfully launched its second-ever space mission. The PSLV-C58/XPoSat Mission aims to measure X-ray emissions from celestial sources, including black holes.
Japan earthquakes: At least 4 confirmed dead as tsunami warning lowered
The earthquakes in Japan today, the largest of which had a magnitude of 7.6, started a fire and collapsed buildings on the west coast of the main island, Honshu.
Seal playfully tugs at scuba diver's hat in cute moment caught on cam
Video shows Ben Burville up close and personal with two curious seals, one of which tugs at his scuba hat while the other holds his hand.
Denmark's Queen Margrethe II to abdicate throne on Jan. 14
Denmark’s Queen Margrethe II announced Sunday that she plans to abdicate after 52 years and hand over the throne to her son, Crown Prince Frederik.
New Year's Eve: Major cities ring in 2024 as war shadows festivities elsewhere
Cities like Sydney and Hong Kong rang in 2024 with over-the-top fireworks shows. Watch their dazzling displays.
North Korea's plans for 2024: 3 more spy satellites and more nuclear materials
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un vowed to launch additional military spy satellites, produce more nuclear materials and introduce attack drones in 2024, state media reported.
New Year’s NOW: Watch live coverage from around the world to ring in 2024
This New Year’s Eve, LiveNOW from FOX will take you from continent to continent as the world rings in the new year.
Indonesia's Papua region jolted by 6.5 magnitude earthquake
A powerful earthquake shook Indonesia’s easternmost region of Papua early Sunday, but there were no immediate reports of serious damage or casualties.
British actor Tom Wilkinson, famous for roles in 'The Full Monty' and 'Michael Clayton,' dies at 75
Tom Wilkinson, the Oscar-nominated British actor known for his roles in “The Full Monty," “Michael Clayton" and “The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel," has died, his family said. He was 75.
Watch: Suspected meteor streaks across Birmingham sky, captured on home surveillance footage
A possible meteor streaked across Birmingham, England, captured on home surveillance footage displaying a bright blue light. This event occurred a week after the Ursid meteor shower's peak.
UK vinyl sales surge to highest level since 1990, thanks to Taylor Swift, others
Vinyl sales surged in 2023, thanks to releases from artists like Taylor Swift, Ed Sheeran, Lana Del Rey, and more.
World population grew by 75 million in 2023, will grow to more than 8 billion on Jan. 1
The world population grew by 75 million people over the past year and on New Year’s Day it will stand at more than 8 billion people.