Thai SEAL dies of blood infection a year after cave rescue
A Thai navy SEAL who was part of the dramatic rescue of 12 boys and their soccer coach from a flooded cave has died of a blood infection contracted during the risky operation, the Royal Thai Navy said.
A Thai navy SEAL who was part of the dramatic rescue of 12 boys and their soccer coach from a flooded cave has died of a blood infection contracted during the risky operation, the Royal Thai Navy said.
Truck bomb kills dozens of people in Mogadishu
A truck bomb exploded at a busy security checkpoint in Somalia's capital Saturday morning, killing at least 78 people including many students, authorities said.
A truck bomb exploded at a busy security checkpoint in Somalia's capital Saturday morning, killing at least 78 people including many students, authorities said.
Notre Dame rector: Fragile cathedral might not be saved
The rector of Notre Dame Cathedral says the Paris landmark is still so fragile after this year's fire that it might not be entirely saved.
The rector of Notre Dame Cathedral says the Paris landmark is still so fragile after this year's fire that it might not be entirely saved.
Trump says North Korea may be planning nice 'Christmas gift'
President Donald Trump said Tuesday that North Korean leader Kim Jong Un may be planning to give him “a nice present" such as a “beautiful vase” for Christmas rather than a missile launch.
President Donald Trump said Tuesday that North Korean leader Kim Jong Un may be planning to give him “a nice present" such as a “beautiful vase” for Christmas rather than a missile launch.
Thirsty koala bottle-fed by firefighter as Australian bushfires rage
A thirsty koala was bottle-fed by a firefighter battling one of the bushfires burning through South Australia on December 21.
A thirsty koala was bottle-fed by a firefighter battling one of the bushfires burning through South Australia on December 21.
Taliban claims attack that killed US soldier in Afghanistan
An American service member was killed in combat Monday in Afghanistan, the U.S. military said, without providing further details, while the Taliban claimed they were behind a roadside bombing in northern Kunduz province that killed the U.S. soldier.
An American service member was killed in combat Monday in Afghanistan, the U.S. military said, without providing further details, while the Taliban claimed they were behind a roadside bombing in northern Kunduz province that killed the U.S. soldier.
Notre Dame Cathedral to miss Christmas for first time in 200 years
The Paris cathedral will not celebrate Midnight Mass this year for the first time in more than two centuries.
The Paris cathedral will not celebrate Midnight Mass this year for the first time in more than two centuries.
Saudi Arabia sentences 5 to death for killing of journalist Jamal Khashoggi
Five people were sentenced to death for the killing of Washington Post columnist and royal family critic Jamal Khashoggi, who was murdered by a team of Saudi agents.
Five people were sentenced to death for the killing of Washington Post columnist and royal family critic Jamal Khashoggi, who was murdered by a team of Saudi agents.
Boeing Starliner capsule returns to Earth after troubled launch
The mission was cut short due to an internal clock error.
The mission was cut short due to an internal clock error.
Here's how to see the 2019 Ursid meteor shower this weekend
Here's how to see the 2019 Ursid meteor shower.
Here's how to see the 2019 Ursid meteor shower.
UK lawmakers approve Boris Johnson's Brexit bill, pave way to leave EU by January
Johnson’s majority in Parliament means it is almost certain to become law in January, and Britain will then leave the EU on Jan. 31.
Johnson’s majority in Parliament means it is almost certain to become law in January, and Britain will then leave the EU on Jan. 31.
Palace: Prince Philip, 98, admitted to London hospital as 'precautionary measure'
The 98-year-old Duke of Edinburgh was taken for treatment of a pre-existing condition.
The 98-year-old Duke of Edinburgh was taken for treatment of a pre-existing condition.
State Department issues travel advisory for many parts of Mexico due to increase in violent crimes
A travel advisory was issued for Americans who want to visit Mexico as many states in the country have seen an increase in violent crimes.
A travel advisory was issued for Americans who want to visit Mexico as many states in the country have seen an increase in violent crimes.
Australia experiences hottest day on record
Australia experienced its hottest day on record, beating a record set on Jan. 7, 2013.
Australia experienced its hottest day on record, beating a record set on Jan. 7, 2013.
Miss Nigeria's reaction to losing Miss World crown goes viral
Miss Nigeria did not win the Miss World 2019 competition, but she did win over the hearts of many around the globe, thanks to an exciting reaction following her loss.
Miss Nigeria did not win the Miss World 2019 competition, but she did win over the hearts of many around the globe, thanks to an exciting reaction following her loss.
Travel talk: Travelzoo's top 20 destinations for 2020
Travelzoo compiled a list of the top 20 destinations for 2020. Sites ranged from Morocco, to Sicily to Mendocino County.
Travelzoo compiled a list of the top 20 destinations for 2020. Sites ranged from Morocco, to Sicily to Mendocino County.
Family who owns Krispy Kreme, Panera Bread to donate millions to Holocaust survivors over Nazi ties
One of Germany’s richest families is giving millions to support Holocaust survivors as it seeks to make amends for its use of forced laborers during the Nazi era.
One of Germany’s richest families is giving millions to support Holocaust survivors as it seeks to make amends for its use of forced laborers during the Nazi era.
US, China reach trade deal in principle, awaiting Trump’s sign off, reports say
The U.S. and China have reached a trade deal agreement in principle, which was awaiting President Donald Trump’s sign off on Thursday, according to reports.
The U.S. and China have reached a trade deal agreement in principle, which was awaiting President Donald Trump’s sign off on Thursday, according to reports.
Death toll rises: 16 dead after New Zealand volcano erupts
The continuing volcanic activity has delayed the recovery of the last victims since Monday's deadly eruption, which occurred as 47 tourists and their guides were exploring the island. In addition to the bodies left on the island, eight other people were killed and dozens were severely burned by the blast of scalding steam and ash.
The continuing volcanic activity has delayed the recovery of the last victims since Monday's deadly eruption, which occurred as 47 tourists and their guides were exploring the island. In addition to the bodies left on the island, eight other people were killed and dozens were severely burned by the blast of scalding steam and ash.
The best travel destinations of 2020, according to NatGeo
Whether you’re looking for culture, city life, nature or some adventure, here are the best places to experience in 2020, according to National Geographic.
Whether you’re looking for culture, city life, nature or some adventure, here are the best places to experience in 2020, according to National Geographic.