354 arrested in massive dark-web drug operation, DOJ says

Authorities arrested 354 people in a coordinated drug crackdown targeting the sale of illegal goods and services across multiple countries.

Bessent and family relocated to military base following threats against his life

United States Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent was relocated from his home to a military base after officials learned of threats against his life, according to senior administration officials. 

American girl, 7, killed during Mexican cartel operation; mother blames police helicopter: report

A 7-year-old girl with dual U.S. and Mexican citizenship was shot and killed during a Mexican security operation targeting an alleged cartel member, and her mother accused police officers aboard a helicopter of firing the deadly shot.

3 charged in Iranian-backed ‘campaign of terror’ targeting nearly 20 sites in US, Europe

Three foreign nationals, one of whom is already in custody, were charged with plotting nearly 20 terrorist attacks that targeted locations in the U.S. and Europe and were backed by groups linked to Iran.

US Army member accused of spying for Russia

A member of the U.S. Army was arrested in the United Kingdom on allegations that he was conducting espionage for the benefit of Russia.  

Ancient discovery from time of Jesus emerges near Jerusalem's Temple Mount

Archaeologists have uncovered a remarkably well-preserved 2,000-year-old ritual bathing complex near Jerusalem's Temple Mount that dates back to the time of Jesus.

Netanyahu opponent Gadi Eisenkot picked to form Israeli government

Gadi Eisenkot, the man who ran as Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s main opponent in last month’s election, will get the first opportunity to form a new government, the nation’s president, Isaac Herzog, announced. 

US strikes Iran air defense system, unveils new effort to monitor Tehran’s borders

The U.S. military struck an Iranian air defense system on Friday, a day before unveiling a new initiative aimed at preventing Tehran from moving advanced weapons and materials along ground routes near the Middle Eastern country’s borders.  

Mexican judge arrested over alleged $2M bribe to free drug kingpin Ryan Wedding’s top deputy

A Mexican judge was arrested after federal prosecutors accused him of taking a $2 million bribe to order the release of convicted drug trafficker Ryan Wedding's top lieutenant.

US Embassy warns Americans in France of violence, curfews amid nationwide strike

The U.S. Embassy in France warned Americans to prepare for transportation disruptions, possible curfews and violence as a nationwide strike threatens to affect public services.

'Inexplicable' decision blamed for high-speed train crash in central Spain that killed dozens

Spain's transportation minister placed blame on a crash of two high-speed trains that killed at least 64 people on a decision made by a central command center, adding the train engineers were not to blame. 

US cruise ship strands over 200 passengers because it can't afford fuel

A U.S. cruise ship that was sold as a permanent voyage around the world is now stranded in Cambodia, along with 203 passengers and 156 crew members.

Pope Leo’s lung cancer had not spread, doctors confirm no further treatment needed

Pope Leo XIV does not need further treatment for lung cancer after follow-up tests confirmed the disease was localized, the Vatican said in a statement Wednesday.

American prisoner released from Russia after Trump-Putin negotiation

An American man imprisoned in Russia since the beginning of the Russian invasion of Ukraine is returning home this week after U.S. officials negotiated his return.