Argentina's Congress has approved a bill that eases glacier protections to boost mining investments. The legislation, promoted by President Javier Milei, passed with 137 votes in favor and 111 …
European leaders are trying to influence an end to the U.S.-Israel war with Iran from the sidelines. They aim to shore up a shaky ceasefire, stop fighting in Lebanon, and reopen the Strait of Hormuz. …
A bag-snatcher who stole a designer handbag without realizing it contained a Fabergé egg worth up to $3 million has been sentenced to over two years in prison. Enzo Conticello took the bag from its …
The Iran war is highlighting global dependence on petrochemicals. The oil- and gas-based chemicals are used in products from plastics to fertilizers. Disruptions are pushing up prices and straining …
Republicans are facing setbacks in recent elections, with Democrats winning races in Wisconsin and Georgia. U.S. Rep. Tom Tiffany, who is running for governor, admits that Republicans "got our butts …
Worshippers are able to pray again at Jerusalem’s holy sites after Israel lifted restrictions it imposed throughout the war with Iran nearly six weeks ago. Jerusalem’s police said Wednesday that …
Tanzania's President Samia Suluhu Hassan is cutting down on official and luxury vehicles to save fuel as oil prices rise due to the Iran war. Several African governments are taking steps to cope with …
The world-first facility for permanently disposing spent nuclear fuel is set to begin operations in Finland after decades of construction. Construction of Onkalo — which means “cave” in Finnish …
The Philippines has unveiled a major coast guard base on Thitu Island in the South China Sea. The move is seen as a stand to protect its sovereignty in a region closely monitored by China. Chinese …
Iran warns continued Israeli attacks on Hezbollah in Lebanon will bring 'explicit costs and STRONG responses.'
UK says it and Norway led a military operation to deter Russian submarines in the north Atlantic.
Iran nuclear agency chief says protecting Tehran’s right to enrich uranium is ‘necessary’ for US talks.
Israeli strikes have hit central Beirut without warning, causing panic. Wednesday's strikes came after Israel said the ceasefire announced in the U.S.-Israeli war with Iran does not apply to its …
Dutch police have launched a social media campaign to help girls and young women targeted in a sextortion case. The investigation, sparked by a U.S. Homeland Security tip, has identified over 50 …
Myanmar’s parliament has approved a cabinet that largely includes former generals and holdovers from the past military-led government under Min Aung Hlaing. The approval took place Thursday a day …
A viral photo of snow-capped Mount Fuji, a red pagoda and cherry blossoms has brought many tourists to a peaceful Japanese town. Complaints soon followed the crowds — extra traffic, piles of litter …
Voters in Benin are heading to the polls Sunday to elect a new president. Outgoing President Patrice Talon is stepping down after a decade of steady economic growth. But he has faced criticism for …
Voters in key Indian regions are casting ballots in local elections that will test the support for Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Assam state and the federally administered region of Puducherry are …
Iranian news agencies publish chart suggesting Revolutionary Guard put sea mines in the Strait of Hormuz during the war.
Hungary's Prime Minister Viktor Orbán is the rare European leader seeking President Donald Trump's approval. Despite Trump's chaotic foreign policy, Orbán continues to align with him even as other …