Cuban-Americans in Orlando rallying in support of loved ones in Cuba
Cuban-Americans across Central Florida rallying together as their loved ones back in Cuba take to the streets.
Lightning strikes kill 38 people in India in 24 hours, officials say
Indian officials say lightning has killed at least 38 people across two states over the past 24 hours.
World’s deepest pool opens in Dubai with ‘Sunken City’
Deep Dive Dubai opened a 196 feet deep diving pool including an abandoned city, chess, foosball and cars. The pool opens to the public this July.
World hunger got dramatically worse in pandemic year, U.N. says
A United Nations report says last year saw a "dramatic worsening" of world hunger, much of that likely linked to the pandemic. Hunger outpaced population growth in 2020, with nearly 10% of all people estimated to be undernourished.
Haiti’s president assassinated: US remains ‘deeply engaged’ as country works to recover
The Biden administration remains “deeply engaged” in Haiti’s efforts to recover following the assassination of their president. However, the White House did not say if it will grant the island country’s request for U.S. troops’ assistance.
Biden calls Cuba protests 'remarkable' and 'a call for freedom'
Thousands of Cubans marched Sunday to protest food shortages and high prices amid the coronavirus crisis in one of the biggest anti-government demonstrations in memory.
Crowds across Florida rally to support protests in Cuba, videos show
Cubans marched on Havana’s Malecon promenade and elsewhere on the island Sunday to protest food shortages and high prices amid the coronavirus crisis.
Giant pandas no longer endangered but still vulnerable, China says
Chinese officials said they no longer consider giant pandas to be an endangered species but remain “vulnerable,” due to conservation efforts.
Cuban president urges country’s ‘revolutionary’ citizens to counter protesters
Jake Sullivan, the White House national security adviser, warned against a violent escalation.
Florida resident detained as latest suspect in murder of Haitian President
Police identified the suspect as a Haitian in his 60s living in Florida. He identifies himself as a doctor and has accused the leaders of his homeland of corruption.
Racist abuse targets 3 English players who missed penalties in Euro 2020 final
The Metropolitan Police condemned the “unacceptable” abuse of three Black players who missed penalties in England's UEFA Euro 2020 loss to Italy.
Italy wins Euro 2020 after defeating England
Italy won the European Championship for the second time by beating England 3-2 on penalties on Sunday.
Unvaccinated woman, 90, died with double variant infection, European researchers say
Researchers believe it’s the first documented case of its kind and, although rare, that similar dual COVID-19 infections are happening across the world.
Haiti sees rise in faith, gang violence after president assassinated
The political future of Haiti remains unclear as some are turning to faith amid rising violence after the assassination of President Jovenel Moise.
Djokovic wins Wimbledon, ties record for 20th Grand Slam title
Novak Djokovic has beaten Matteo Berrettini in the Wimbledon final to win a record-equaling 20th Grand Slam title.
Pope Francis appears for first time since intestinal surgery
Pope Francis has made his first public appearance since surgery a week earlier.
Haiti requests US to send troops: 'We need help'
Haiti has asked the United States to deploy troops to protect key infrastructure as its interim government tries to stabilize the country and pave the way for elections in the aftermath of President Jovenel Moïse’s assassination.
Several countries in Asia reinstate COVID-19 restrictions amid rapid infections
Several countries around Asia and the Pacific that are experiencing their first major surges of the coronavirus have rushed to implement tough restrictions.
Biden nominates Los Angeles Mayor Eric Garcetti as ambassador to India
Los Angeles Mayor Eric Garcetti has officially been nominated by President Joe Biden to serve as U.S. ambassador to India.
Haiti president assassination: US sending FBI, DHS officials
The United States will be sending senior FBI and homeland security officials to Haiti in the aftermath of the assassination of President Jovenel Moïse.