Fire rips through Iraqi wedding hall, killing around 100 shocking Christian community
The cause of the fire is under investigation, but a local news outlet aired footage showing pyrotechnics shooting flames up from the floor of the event and setting a chandelier on fire.
South Korea parades powerful weapons, thousands of troops in massive Armed Forces Day ceremony
On Tuesday, South Korea rolled tanks, artillery systems, drones and powerful ballistic missiles capable of hitting all of North Korea past Seoul streets.
Canada under fire for applauding 'literal Nazi' in parliament during Zelenskyy visit
Commenters and Jewish groups demanded an apology
US to loan Poland $2 billion to modernize its military
The Biden administration says it is offering $2 billion in loans to Poland to support the defense modernization of the ally which has been a hub for weapons going into Ukraine.
Watch: Dashcam footage reveals 'road rage' clash between UK drivers
The video, recorded on May 21, captured the two individuals engaging in dangerous driving behavior as they vied to outpace each other at excessive speeds.
BTS member Suga begins mandatory military service in South Korea
"I’ll faithfully serve and come back … Please stay healthy and let’s meet all again in 2025!" Suga wrote in a message posted on the online fan platform Weverse.
Mexican railway operator stops trains because many migrants were climbing aboard and getting hurt
A Mexican railway operator has announced it is suspending train runs in the northern part of the country because so many migrants are climbing aboard freight cars and getting hurt in the process.
Afghans who recently arrived in US granted temporary legal status from Biden administration
The Biden administration is giving temporary legal status to Afghan migrants who have already been living in the country for a little over a year.
Volodymyr Zelenskyy delivers upbeat message to legislators on war progress as some GOP support softens
The Ukrainian president briefed lawmakers on the state of the war and told them Ukrainians “are winning." He was facing Republicans who question the flow of U.S. dollars that for 19 months has helped keep his troops in the fight against Russian forces.
North Korea's Kim Jong Un returns from Russia, highlighting strengthened 'Comradely' bonds with Putin
North Korea said Tuesday that leader Kim Jong Un has returned home from a trip to Russia where he deepened “comradely fellowship and friendly ties” with President Vladimir Putin.
Biden urges world leaders at UN to stand up to Russia, warns not to let Ukraine 'be carved up'
The president is trying to rally support for Kyiv’s effort to repel a nearly 19-month-old Russian invasion that has no end in sight.
5 Americans freed from Iran arrive home, embrace loved ones: 'Freedom!'
The Americans were freed as part of a politically risky deal that saw President Joe Biden agree to the release of nearly $6 billion in frozen Iranian assets.
China flies 103 military planes toward Taiwan, a new high in activity the island calls 'harassment'
China has flown 103 military planes toward Taiwan in a new daily high for activity the island considers harassment.
5 prisoners sought by US in swap with Iran have been freed as part of $6B assets deal
The prisoner swap between the U.S. and Iran was part of a deal that released nearly $6 billion in Iranian funds that had once been frozen.
Missing Van Gogh painting worth millions returned to museum in Ikea bag
Dutch police this week retrieved a Van Gogh painting stolen over three years ago, thanks to a tip from an "art detective" who returned the painting in an Ikea bag.
Tropical Depression Fifteen in Atlantic likely to become Tropical Storm Nigel soon
Invest 97L strengthened into Tropical Depression Fifteen in the Atlantic on Friday and is well on its way to eventually becoming Tropical Storm Nigel.
Second US death reported as Lee skirts New England with high winds, dangerous waves
A second death related to Lee was reported Saturday when winds from the sprawling storm blew down a tree onto a Maine man's car.
South Korea teachers rally for new laws to protect them from abusive parents
Thousands of teachers are protesting for more legal protection from bullying by parents, a rising problem in a country known for its brutally competitive school environments.
Apple: iPhone 12 to get update in France after regulators say it emits too much radiation
Apple has agreed to install updates for iPhone 12 smartphones in France after French regulators ordered the company to stop selling the model.



















