Former hostage describes time in Hamas captivity: "Starved and tortured"
A North Carolina native who spent 484 days in captivity after being taken by Hamas said he was kicked, spat on and held with no water, light or air to breathe.
Mexico may sue Google over 'Gulf of America' label on maps
Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum says her government may take legal action against Google for using the name "Gulf of America" on maps, following a decree by President Trump.
Live updates: Trump hosts India's PM after increasing US tariffs
President Trump signed another executive order increasing U.S. tariffs before hosting India's prime minister at the White House.
Trump says he and Putin will begin talks to end Ukraine war after prisoner swap
President Donald Trump said he and Russian President Vladimir Putin have agreed to start negotiations aimed at ending the war in Ukraine, signaling a shift in U.S. policy.
‘F--- this!’ Terrified kayaker stalked by great white shark
A kayaker captured the terrifying minutes that he was stalked by a great white shark. “F—, how do I get him to leave me alone? Please leave me alone, bro."
Here's what was aboard that Chinese spy balloon shot down in 2023
The US military shot down the Chinese spy balloon off the South Carolina coast in 2023.
Chilling audio of Titan submersible implosion released
Newly released audio captures the moment the Titan submersible imploded on its way to the Titanic shipwreck site, killing everyone on board.
Watch: Deep-sea anglerfish’s rare swim in shallow waters
The scary-looking fish is usually to be found more than a mile below the surface, where little to no light penetrates.
Guatemala bus crash leaves at least 51 dead
Dozens of people were killed Monday when a bus crashed through a guard rail and drove off a bridge near Guatemala City, the capital of Guatemala.
Video: Small plane crashes onto busy street, killing 2 people
A small plane crashed onto a busy street in Brazil, killing two people and injuring several more on the ground. Video captured the explosion.
Donald Trump Jr. faces scrutiny in Italy over alleged hunting of protected duck
Italian politicians are calling for action after Donald Trump Jr.’s hunting party allegedly killed a protected ruddy shelduck near Venice.
USPS accepting packages from China, reversing decision
The U.S. Postal Service reversed course Wednesday, saying it would continue to accept all inbound mail and packages from China and Hong Kong.
China responds to Trump's tariffs: See the list
China has announced retaliatory tariffs on select American imports and an antitrust investigation into Google.
Trump tariffs on Mexico, Canada delayed for 30 days amid border negotiations
President Donald Trump delayed planned tariffs on Mexico and Canada for 30 days after both countries agreed to strengthen border security.
Tariffs could cause 'some pain' for Americans, Trump says
President Donald Trump insists tariffs on our closest neighbors are needed to “protect Americans," but he conceded Sunday that they might also cause “some pain."
Trump tariffs latest: China to file lawsuit for 'wrongful practices of US'
Trump argues the tariffs are necessary to “protect Americans” and to curb the export of fentanyl. But for our North American neighbors, the move sparked an undeniable sense of betrayal.
Ex-Fed adviser charged with helping China manipulate US markets
A former senior adviser to the Federal Reserve has been indicted for allegedly conspiring to pass confidential U.S. economic data to China, raising national security concerns over financial market manipulation.
Trump tariffs on Mexico, Canada and China will start Saturday, WH says
Experts say the tariffs, which begin Feb. 1, are like launching “a grenade" into the economy.
‘Mona Lisa’ will get its own room following renovation
The renovation announcement comes after concerns over water leaks and other damages were expressed by the museum’s director earlier this month.
Holocaust Remembrance Day: Survivors spotlighted on 80th anniversary of Auschwitz liberation
The 80th anniversary of the liberation of Auschwitz was widely acknowledged Monday as the last major observance that any notable number of survivors will be able to attend.


















