Libya death toll reportedly soars to 11,300 after devastating floodingLibyan officials put the death toll at 5,500 as of Thursday morning, but that number is likely to climb as nearly 10,000 people are still missing.
Mexico hears testimony on possible existence of extraterrestrialsJournalist José Jaime Maussan presented two boxes with supposed mummies found in Peru, which he and others say are “non-human" beings.
Rhino at Austrian zoo kills zookeeper, seriously injures her husbandZoo officials said there had been no previous incidents at the rhino enclosure, which was set up nearly 30 years ago.
Norwegian cruise ship with 206 aboard runs aground near GreenlandThe ship got stuck Monday in a remote part of the world's largest and most northerly national park known for its icebergs and roaming musk oxen.
Kim Jong Un vows support for Russia's 'just fight' during Putin talksNorth Korea may have tens of millions of aging artillery shells and rockets that could give a huge boost to the Russian army in Ukraine.
BP CEO resigns after allegedly not disclosing all colleague relationsBP boss Bernard Looney will be temporarily replaced by the company's Chief Financial Officer Murray Auchincloss, the company said.
Thousands killed and 10,000 reported missing in Libya floodingOfficials say rescue teams are struggling to retrieve bodies after dams burst and floodwaters swept away neighborhoods in the city of Derna.
US moves to advance prisoner swap deal with IranThe U.S. will release frozen assets and release five Iranian citizens in the U.S. in exchange for the release of American citizens held in Iran.
American researcher has been rescued from Turkish caveRescuers took about two days to carefully evacuate veteran caver Mark Dickey after he fell ill in a Turkish cave.
Afghanistan is fastest-growing maker of methamphetamine in the worldThis comes despite a drug ban introduced by the Taliban when they took back power over Afghanistan in 2021.
Kim Jong Un will visit Russia, setting stage for a meeting with PutinRussian President Vladimir Putin may be seeking more supplies and ammunition from North Korea as reserves dwindle in the war against Ukraine.
3.9 aftershock hits Morocco; death toll from Friday's quake tops 2,100The 6.8 magnitude quake collapsed buildings and sent people fleeing into the streets, followed by a 3.9 magnitude aftershock on Sunday.
Spanish soccer chief Luis Rubiales quits amid World Cup kiss scandalRubiales kissed player Jenni Hermoso on the lips without consent during the awards ceremony following Spain's victory over England.
Biden, others unveil rail and shipping project linking India to EuropeThe corridor, outlined at the annual G20 summit, would also connect India to the Middle East.
Divided G20 avoids condemning Russia for Ukraine war, calls for peaceSummit's final statement discussed global impacts, urged peace without condemning Russia's Ukraine actions.
Is BRICS the new world order?Observers are unsure whether the group is a rapidly growing superpower or a mixed bag of differing political agendas.
President Biden to make historical stop in Vietnam ahead of G20 summitPresident Biden will make a historic visit to Vietnam 50 years after U.S. troops left the country.
Rescue begins of ailing US researcher stuck 3,000 feet in Turkish caveThere are 190 personnel from eight countries assisting in the rescue effort, including doctors, paramedics and experienced cavers.
Powerful earthquake in Morocco kills more than 2,000 peopleAt least 2,059 people were injured, 1,404 in critical condition, following the magnitude-6.8 quake, the most severe to strike Morocco in 120 years.
Elon Musk details request for Starlink access to sink Russian fleetMusk said he received a request from "government authorities" to activate Starlink satellites that would have helped sink a Russian naval fleet.
Ukraine is using sea drones to deliver the fight beyond front linesRecently, Ukraine's intelligence service revealed to the world its 18-month-in-the-making innovation named "Sea Baby."
How much has the US spent on Ukrainian aid?Aside from the military support, funding pledged by the U.S. foots the bill for humanitarian aid and financial assistance.
Mexico's Supreme Court decriminalizes abortion nationwideThe sweeping decision comes amid a trend in Latin America, loosening restrictions on abortion even as access has been limited in the United States.
3 men rescued after sharks repeatedly attacked their inflatable boatThe sailors were rescued off the coast of Australia.
US deemed world's most powerful – but not best – countryFive of the world's top 10 nations in U.S. News' ranking are in Europe, while the U.S. was the only country in the Western Hemisphere in the Top 10.
Meteorologists declare 2023 hottest summer on recordThe World Meteorological Organization said increasing heat waves are having a huge effect on air quality and pollution worldwide.
You might have to pay a fee to take a day trip to Venice next yearAnyone taking a day trip to Venice might have to pay a fee starting next year if a newly approved test run goes well.
Chinese President Xi to skip G20 summit amid icy relations with IndiaRelations between China and India have been tense in recent years, and this week, Chinese President Xi Jinping is skipping a meeting.
Pilot dies in gender reveal gone wrongA video shows a wing detach from the aircraft, sending the plane spiraling.
Turkish president meets Putin with aim of reviving Ukraine grain dealPutin previously refused to extend the agreement allowing Urkaine to export grain and other commodities from three Black Sea ports.
