Inflammatory bowel disease: 'Major cause of IBD' discovered by researchers

IBD, the umbrella term for Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis, impacts millions of people worldwide. Researchers say they have found a “major cause" of the disease and treatment using existing drugs.

Mexicans vote in Bay Area in historic election, many chanting Claudia Sheinbaum's name

For the first time, Mexican nationals living abroad were allowed to cast votes in person and on Sunday, people lined up at polls at Mexican consulates throughout the country, including the Bay Area.

Mexico poised to elect its first woman president

A historic election will take place in Mexico on Sunday as nearly 100 million Mexicans at home and abroad choose a new president.

Biden outlines cease-fire proposal after Israel expands ground offensive in Rafah

President Joe Biden on Friday outlined terms of a potential new cease-fire deal between Israel and Hamas, just hours after Israeli forces moved into central parts of Rafah.

Naked man disrupts Virgin Australia flight, forces emergency landing

A man accused of running naked down the aisle of an Australian domestic flight, knocking down a flight attendant and forcing the plane to turn back, was arrested by police at the airport, officials said on Tuesday.

More than 2,000 feared dead in Papua New Guinea landslide

Over 2,000 people are feared dead after a landslide in Papua New Guinea, prompting the government to seek increased international aid amid challenging search and rescue efforts.

Nicki Minaj shares update after Amsterdam arrest livestream

The rapper apologized to fans for missing a show after she was detained at the Amsterdam airport Saturday for alleged drug possession.

Carnival cruise ship rescues 25 people off Pacific Coast

Carnival's Radiance got a call about a stranded boat on the way down to Mexico after leaving from Long Beach. Everyone on board, including three kids, were rescued.

Qatar Airways turbulence leaves 12 hurt on flight to Dublin

Turbulence on a Qatar Airways flight injured 12 people, sending eight of them to the hospital, authorities said.

San José shipwreck expedition begins off Colombian coast

The San José shipwreck sits off the coast of Colombia, and is rumored to hold precious 300-year-old cargo that would be worth billions if ever recovered.

US missionaries killed in Haiti, ambushed by gangs

U.S. missionaries Davy and Natalie Lloyd were shot and killed by gangs in Haiti Thursday, along with the mission group’s Haitian director.

Putin ready for Ukraine ceasefire along current battle lines: report

Russian President Vladimir Putin is reportedly ready to stop its war against Ukraine if Ukraine recognizes current battle lines, according to Reuters.

Kabosu, Shiba Inu behind 'doge' meme and face of Dogecoin, has died

Kabosu, the Japanese Shiba Inu who inspired countless “doge" internet memes and later became the face of Dogecoin, has died, according to her owner.

Kate Middleton health: Kensington Palace gives update on her return to work

Kensington Palace offered an update on Kate Middleton’s plans to return to her royal duties after sharing news of her cancer diagnosis in March.

Competitive eater Takeru Kobayashi retires, shares health concerns

Takeru Kobayashi’s 20-year competitive eating career, which includes six Nathan's Hot Dog Eating championships, has come to an end as he deals with body damage concerns.

Bay Area Iranian Americans hope for change with death of Iran's President

Bay Area Iranian Americans who fled from the hardline leadership of Iran's Shah and later the religious clerics were not mourning the death of Iran's President Ebrahim Raisi on Monday.