Conclave latest: Black smoke rises from chimney - no pope elected on Day 1
The College of Cardinals has begun the process of selecting a new pope. Here's the latest from the conclave.
Disney Abu Dhabi announced as company's first Middle East theme park destination
The Walt Disney Company on Wednesday announced plans to build a new Disneyland theme park resort on Yas Island in Abu Dhabi, marking Disney’s seventh resort and its first in the Middle East.
India fires missiles into Pakistani territory in what Islamabad calls ‘act of war’
India fired missiles into Pakistani-controlled territory in several locations early Wednesday, killing 31 people in what Pakistan’s leader called an act of war.
Trump, Carney quibble over buying Canada: ‘Never say never’
Tensions have been high between the U.S. and Canada, and the newly-elected prime minister visited the White House Tuesday after promising to “stand up" to President Trump.
Lady Gaga concert bomb attack thwarted: police
Brazilian police said they’d arrested two people and disrupted an alleged bomb attack at a free Lady Gaga concert that some 2.5 million people attended on Copacabana Beach.
Possible WWII stash of gold, jewelry found in Czech forest
Museum staff believe the items were buried intentionally, likely as a way to protect the possessions during a time of uncertainty.
What was the fall of Saigon? The end of the Vietnam War, 50 years later
“The North Vietnamese came south in a wave. It was unbelievable how quickly things happened," recalled Maj. James Kean, an American embassy Marine commander who was present at the fall of Saigon.
Man airlifted from Mount Fuji rescued 2nd time after returning days later to grab his phone
A student was rescued while climbing Mount Fuji and attempted to return days later to retrieve his phone – and had to be airlifted a second time.
Spain, Portugal power outage: Blackout knocks out subway networks, cuts phone service
A major power outage in Spain and Portugal has knocked out subway networks, traffic signals and ATM machines.
When does conclave start? What to know about choosing the next pope
After a period of mourning, cardinals will gather to elect the next pope in the centuries-old ritual known as the conclave. Here’s what we know about its beginnings.
Pope Francis funeral homily: Watch and read full transcript
Pope Francis was remembered as a “pope among the people" in his funeral Mass Saturday, eulogized by Cardinal Giovanni Battista Re.
Virginia Giuffre, woman who accused Prince Andrew, Jeffrey Epstein of sexual abuse, has died
Virginia Giuffre, who accused Britain’s Prince Andrew and other influential men of sexually exploiting her as a teenager trafficked by financier Jeffrey Epstein, has died.
California is now 4th largest economy in the world, new data shows
New data shows California has overtaken Japan as the 4th largest economy in the world, Gov. Gavin Newsom announced Wednesday.
Teens invent refrigerator that doesn't need electricity; aim to help rural communities
The three students hope to build more refrigerators and send them to hospitals for testing.
Bell tolls in St. Peter's square after pope's death
Bells rang throughout St Peter’s Square in Vatican City on Monday, April 21, after the death of Pope Francis was announced.
Video captures Pope Francis' last public appearance at the Vatican on Easter Sunday
A special moment at the Vatican on Easter Sunday has become a historic one for those who witnessed Pope Francis' final moments before his death the next day.
American man hijacks plane headed to popular Belize tourist town
An American man hijacked a small plane heading to a popular Belize tourist town, stabbing two passengers and a pilot before another passenger shot him.
Trump stands firm on tariffs despite appeal from Italian Premier Meloni
President Donald Trump met with Italian Premier Giorgia Meloni at the White House Thursday, where the two discussed trade, tariffs, and transatlantic security—but Meloni left without winning any concessions on U.S. tariffs.
The 'Great Moose Migration': Millions tune in for Sweden's epic livestream
Like similar eagle nest or fish “doorbell" cams, this remote livestream of an annual moose migration in Sweden is captivating millions on the internet.
Delta passengers spend night on tarmac after Atlanta-bound flights diverted
Almost 300 passengers spent the night onboard two international Delta flights that had to be diverted last week due to bad weather.