The team hosting the NFL game in Brazil rejects Packers' and Eagles' green because of soccer rivalry
Brazilian soccer club Corinthians, the team turning over its stadium for the first NFL game to be played in South America, dislikes anything green so much that its executives tried to paint the field black about a decade ago.
Ancient Roman treasure trove of 27 rare silver coins unearthed likely by heavy rains on Sicilian island
The coins, minted between 94 and 74 BC, have now been cleaned and cataloged. Archaeologists believe they were likely hidden during a pirate attack, a common occurrence along the Sicilian coast at the time.
China halts foreign adoptions of its children, leaving families in limbo
China’s decision to stop the program affects American families with pending adoption applications.
Here's how Russia is trying to influence the election, according to the DOJ
The Biden administration has announced criminal charges, the seizure of internet domains and sanctions related to Russian misinformation efforts to influence the November election.
West Nile and EEE: What's the difference between the mosquito-borne viruses?
The mosquito is the world’s deadliest animal, and dangerous infections have been in the headlines lately. Here’s what to know about the diseases and how to tell them apart.
New Apple iPhone: What to know ahead of the company's September 9 event
With Apple scheduling a special event on Sept. 9, it has sparked speculation over the possibility of a newly-refreshed iPhone, as the company tends to launch a new iPhone model during September in recent years. Here's what to know ahead of the special event.
Olympic marathon runner set on fire by boyfriend, police say
An Olympic marathon runner was attacked and set on fire by her boyfriend during a disagreement on Sunday, police said.
US seizes airplane used by Venezuela President Nicolas Maduro
The U.S. government says it has seized a plane used by Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro, citing sanctions violations.
Titanic expedition recovers lost bronze statue, unveils pictures and other discoveries
A company with the legal rights to salvage the Titanic wreck completed its first trip since 2010 and released images from the journey.
Kid smashes 3,500-year-old relic; here's why the museum invited him back
A young boy enjoyed a special experience at a museum after he accidentally shattered an ancient artifact.
Berkeley vigil held for Israeli-American hostage killed in Gaza
The discovery ended a nearly year-long fight for his release.
Watch: Northern Lights shine bright as lava from volcanic eruption in Iceland shoots into the air
The incredible video shows the bright green color of the aurora borealis glowing above the volcano, which erupted for the sixth time since the end of 2023 at the end of August.
Anniversary of Titanic discovery: Everything to know about the dive site
The famous RMS Titanic sank in 1912, but the wreckage wasn’t discovered until nearly 75 years later, on Sept. 1, 1985.
Ancient Egyptian coffin, dating back to 650 BC, restored after 26 years
An ancient Egyptian coffin, dating back to 650 BC, has been restored and returned to Swansea University after 26 years of conservation work.
US, Iraq team up to kill 15 ISIS operatives in early morning raid, US military says
The US military said that the operatives were armed with weapons, grenades and 'suicide' belts.
Iran, Hezbollah trade attacks: What to know about the latest heavy exchange
The attacks have been anticipated for weeks, after top Hamas and Hezbollah leaders were targeted last month. Here's a look at what happened and how the U.S. could become further involved.
Sidewalk sinkhole swallows woman alive
A 26-foot-deep hole suddenly opened in a sidewalk Friday, swallowing a tourist who was one day from ending her months-long vacation to Malaysia.
2,492-carat diamond found in Botswana; largest since 1905
A fist-sized, 2,492-carat diamond found in Botswana is the largest diamond to be unearthed in more than a century.
Fire breaks out on Ferris wheel; at least 23 hurt
A Ferris wheel fire in Germany left 23 people injured, including at least one person who fell from the moving ride.
Police arrest a man climbing the Eiffel Tower, prompting an evacuation hours before closing ceremony
French police evacuated the area around the Eiffel Tower after a man was seen climbing the Paris landmark hours before the Olympics closing ceremony Sunday.