Palestinians Request To Join International Criminal Court
Earlier Tuesday, the UN Security Council rejected a Palestinian statehood resolution that no one really expected to pass.

President Biden defends his decision on China balloon incident
The balloon hovered over several states – including Montana, Missouri and Illinois – before it was brought down on Saturday by a single missile.
By Travis Huffstetler / AP
Iran singer who faces prison wins Grammy for protest anthem
Shervin Hajipour appeared stunned after hearing Jill Biden announce he'd won the Grammy's new song for social change special merit award for "Baraye."
By Chris Pizzello / AP
China accuses US of indiscriminate use of force over balloon
Vice Foreign Minister Xie Feng said he lodged a formal complaint with the U.S. Embassy over a "U.S. attack" on the unmanned Chinese airship.
By Damian Dovarganes / APTop Stories

Criminals now targeting zoo animals
The Dallas Zoo has dealt with a trend of vandalism and animal disappearances since January.
By Tony Gutierrez / AP
Netflix password sharing changes could push other platforms to follow
Netflix still plans to change password sharing rules after catching heat online, and its streaming competitors are taking notes.
By AP
Advocates still urging U.S. to release Native activist Leonard Peltier
Leonard Peltier left a legacy on Indigenous activism, but pushes for his release from jail have been overlooked by multiple presidencies.
By AP