Pope Leo XIV has taken his biggest step yet to correct one of Pope Francis’ more problematic financial moves. He has canceled a special Holy See fundraising commission that was announced under …
Chaos has gripped major Indian airports as passengers of IndiGo, the country's biggest airline, face massive flight disruptions. The chaos began due to newly enforced duty norms for crew and pilots. …
Former South African President Jacob Zuma and French arms manufacturer Thales have returned to court to appeal for the dismissal of the long-running corruption case against them. Zuma is accused of …
Officials say a ship traveling through the narrow Bab el-Mandeb Strait came under attack by suspected pirates. The British military’s United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations center says the …
Iran's most-famous singer has written an account of her life as she embarks on a farewell tour. “Googoosh: A Sinful Voice” recounts a life shaped by both the political forces that have changed …
A percussion instrument created in Trinidad and Tobago in 1939 is experiencing a revival as a new generation embraces its vibrant sound. Fans of the steelpan — or pan, for short — say new …
Police in New Zealand have recovered a stolen James Bond-inspired pendant from a suspect's gastrointestinal tract. The 33,000 New Zealand dollar Fabergé pendant was retrieved Thursday night without …
Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi has won the catchphrase of the year for her pledge to “work, work, work, work and work” for the country. Accepting her award this week, Takaichi said she …
Yemen’s Houthi rebels say they have released mariners they have held since an attack in July on the ship Eternity C in the Red Sea. The Houthis said Wednesday via their al-Masirah satellite news …
China and France have pledged deeper cooperation to address global issues like the war in Ukraine and trade. French President Emmanuel Macron met with China's Xi Jinping on Thursday during a state …
Deaths from last week’s catastrophic floods and landslides in parts of Asia have surged past 1,500. Rescue teams are racing to reach survivors, with hundreds still unaccounted for. Experts warn …
ROME, Italy (AP) — Aerial photos of the world-renowned Colosseum and the Roman Forum reveal the impressive scale of Rome’s ancient heart. The images highlight how these historic landmarks sit …
Creative director Dario Vitale is leaving Italian fashion brand Versace only eight months after he was appointed, the company said in a statement Thursday. Vitale’s exit comes just two days after …
In the Ecuadorian Andes, young Otavalo Indigenous people are using anime to inspire pride in their culture and language. They created an animated short film called “We’re Aya,” featuring Aya, a …
Democratic Governor Tim Walz has denounced former President Donald Trump for his comments about Minnesota’s Somali community. Trump has called the community “garbage” and labeled the state a …
Organizers of the Eurovision Song Contest are discussing whether Israel should be allowed to participate next year. The European Broadcasting Union is holding a general assembly as some countries are …
Thai officials says remains handed over to Israel by militants in Gaza have been identified as belonging to the last Thai hostage taken during the Oct. 7, 2023, attack that launched the war. The …
Czech Populist billionaire Andrej Babiš says he plans to transfer his major businesses to an independent trust to become prime minister again. Babiš announced he would irrevocably give up the …
An Israeli police officer killed during the Oct. 7, 2023, attack that triggered the country's war with Hamas is the last hostage whose remains are still in Gaza. Ran Gvili was 24 when he was one of …
London’s Christmas tree in Trafalgar Square is a famed British tradition with roots in the Norwegian forest. The lighting ceremony is set for Thursday and signals the start of London’s countdown …