N. Korea fires more missiles as US sends bombers to South
The North has test-fired more than 30 missiles this week, including an intercontinental ballistic missile on Thursday.
2022 World Cup: This could be Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi's last appearance in the tournament
Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi are among a handful of players hoping for a final hurrah in what is likely to be their last World Cup appearance.
North Korea covertly sending artillery to Russia, White House says
The White House on Wednesday accused North Korea of covertly shipping a "significant number" of artillery shells to Russia in support of its invasion of Ukraine.
World's best cheese of 2022 revealed: 'Smooth in your mouth, melting on your tongue'
Over 4,000 entries of cheese were submitted to the World Cheese Awards 2022 in the United Kingdom, but only one earned the top prize.
The Amazon's largest fish makes a comeback
Even in the most biodiverse rainforest of the world, the pirarucu stands out: It can weigh up to 440 pounds, by far the largest of 2,300 known fish species in the Amazon.
Emperor penguins now listed as threatened species
Emperor penguins will now receive new protections under the Endangered Species Act after the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service says climate change is threatening to eradicate the species.
Saudi Arabia tells US Iran may attack the kingdom, officials say
An official describes it as a credible threat of an attack “soon or within 48 hours.” Concerns of a possible attack come after the Biden administration criticized Tehran for sending drones to help Russia in its war in Ukraine.
Visitors to Shanghai Disney locked in park for COVID-19 testing
“Please return and take a tour in the park," an employee in a mask said to guests in a video on social media. "The park’s gates are all closed temporarily, and you cannot leave now.”
9 arrested after bridge collapse in India kills at least 134
Police in western India have arrested nine people as they investigate the collapse of a newly repaired 143-year-old suspension bridge.
Football For Schools: FIFA's global youth program aims to deliver soccer balls to millions
Soccer has embarked on probably its most ambitious global youth development program.
China slams reported plan for US B-52 bombers in Australia
The United States is preparing to deploy up to six nuclear-capable B-52 bombers in northern Australia, a news report said Monday, prompting China to accuse the U.S. of undermining regional peace and stability.
Barrage of Russian strikes hit Ukrainian cities, most of Kyiv without water
The Russian attacks on Monday morning knocked out water and power supplies in apparent retaliation for what Moscow alleged was a Ukrainian attack on its Black Sea Fleet over the weekend.
Two US college students among more than 150 killed in Halloween stampede in South Korea
The two U.S. college students, both aged 20, were in South Korea studying abroad.
Suspension bridge collapse in India kills at least 133, officials say
The suspension bridge had reopened four days earlier after six months of repairs. Officials said it was overloaded with tourists drawn to the attraction during the Hindu festival season.
Brazil elects Lula president again, defeating far-right Bolsonaro
His victory marks the first time since Brazil’s 1985 return to democracy that the sitting president has failed to win reelection.
Somalia attack: President says at least 100 killed in car bombings
President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud, at the site of the explosions in Mogadishu, told journalists that nearly 300 other people were wounded.
South Korea mourns after more than 150 people killed in Halloween crowd surge
More than 80% of the dead are in their 20s and 30s, but at least four were teenagers.
Death toll rises to 149 after Halloween crowd surge in Seoul, South Korea
Officials say people were crushed to death after a stampede near a major party spot in Seoul.
Tropical Storm Nalgae: At least 50 dead, dozens feared missing in Philippines
At least 42 people were swept away by rampaging floodwaters and drowned or were hit by debris-filled mudslides.
Russia suspending UN-brokered grain export deal that brought down soaring food prices
Russia says it is suspending a UN-brokered deal to export millions of tons of grain from Ukraine amid its ongoing invasion.