German court convicts 97-year-old ex-Nazi camp secretary

The ex-Nazi camp secretary was convicted of being an accessory to more than 10,000 murders during World War II.

Iconic Berlin Christmas tree decapitated by climate activists

The climate activists used a hydraulic lift and a hand saw to cut 6 feet off the top of the tree and hang up a banner stating: “This is only the tip of the Christmas tree.”

Taliban bans women from universities until further notice

Despite initially promising a more moderate rule and women's and minority rights, the Taliban have widely implemented their harsh interpretation of Islamic law, or Sharia.

More choices: Amazon to make big business changes in EU settlement

Amazon will make major changes to its business practices to end competition probes in Europe by giving customers more visible choices when buying products and, for Prime members, more delivery options.

Holocaust survivors share message of hope during Hanukkah

Holocaust survivors from around the globe are marking the third day of Hanukkah together with a virtual ceremony as Jews worldwide worry about a sharp increase in antisemitism in Europe, the U.S. and elsewhere.

Bundle up! NASA finds the coldest spot on Earth

NASA officials say they’ve pinpointed the perfect spot for the perfect winter getaway.

Thai warship sinks in rough seas, leaving 31 sailors missing

Survivors described chaotic scenes as they struggled to survive while the ship went down with not enough life jackets for everyone on board.

Stuck puppy rescued from a window at a high-end London store

Some on-lookers spotted a puppy wedged in-between a sign and a window at the high end fashion shop Miu Miu on London, England's Bond St.

Woman dies after London concert crush; 2 others still critical

The 33-year-old woman was one of eight people hospitalized after being caught in the mayhem outside a London concert venue.

Giant aquarium containing 1,500 fish bursts open in Berlin hotel

The 82-foot-tall AquaDom aquarium was the biggest cylindrical tank in the world, and held about 1,500 tropical fish before the incident.

Crush at London concert venue critically injures 4 people

Police said eight people were taken to hospitals and four were in critical condition after a "large crowd attempted to gain entry without tickets."

Invasive strep A among children being investigated by CDC after UK reports several deaths

While strep A is typically a common infection that can be easily treated, what is concerning some experts is an increase in an invasive form of strep that can be life-threatening. One North Texas doctor says the invasive form of strep A, which the CDC is monitoring, is something parents need to be aware of.

U.N. peacekeeper from Ireland killed in shooting in Lebanon

Unidentified attackers fired at a convoy in southern Lebanon, killing an Irish U.N. peacekeeper and wounding several other people. The area is a traditional stronghold of the militant Hezbollah group.