Israel calls Gaza cease-fire a ‘nonstarter,’ undermining Biden’s proposal

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu maintained the war would not end in Gaza until the destruction of Hamas’ military and governing capabilities was complete.

US girls are getting their first periods earlier, study finds – what's driving this?

A new study finds that US girls are experiencing their first periods earlier, with factors such as improved nutrition, increased BMI, and environmental exposures potentially driving this trend.

Biden outlines cease-fire proposal after Israel expands ground offensive in Rafah

President Joe Biden on Friday outlined terms of a potential new cease-fire deal between Israel and Hamas, just hours after Israeli forces moved into central parts of Rafah.

North Korea flies balloons carrying poop, trash over South Korea

South Korea's military said about 260 North Korean balloons were found in various parts of the country and were being recovered.

Naked man disrupts Virgin Australia flight, forces emergency landing

A man accused of running naked down the aisle of an Australian domestic flight, knocking down a flight attendant and forcing the plane to turn back, was arrested by police at the airport, officials said on Tuesday.

More than 2,000 feared dead in Papua New Guinea landslide

Over 2,000 people are feared dead after a landslide in Papua New Guinea, prompting the government to seek increased international aid amid challenging search and rescue efforts.

Nicki Minaj shares update after Amsterdam arrest livestream

The rapper apologized to fans for missing a show after she was detained at the Amsterdam airport Saturday for alleged drug possession.

Israeli airstrikes kill 35 in Gaza's Rafah

The attacks occurred two days after an international court ordered Israel to end its military offensive in Rafah.

Qatar Airways turbulence leaves 12 hurt on flight to Dublin

Turbulence on a Qatar Airways flight injured 12 people, sending eight of them to the hospital, authorities said.

San José shipwreck expedition begins off Colombian coast

The San José shipwreck sits off the coast of Colombia, and is rumored to hold precious 300-year-old cargo that would be worth billions if ever recovered.

Rapper Nicki Minaj films own arrest in Amsterdam

Nicki Minaj was apparently arrested for drug possession by Amsterdam officials, video shows.

US missionaries killed in Haiti, ambushed by gangs

U.S. missionaries Davy and Natalie Lloyd were shot and killed by gangs in Haiti Thursday, along with the mission group’s Haitian director.

Kabosu, Shiba Inu behind 'doge' meme and face of Dogecoin, has died

Kabosu, the Japanese Shiba Inu who inspired countless “doge" internet memes and later became the face of Dogecoin, has died, according to her owner.

Kate Middleton health: Kensington Palace gives update on her return to work

Kensington Palace offered an update on Kate Middleton’s plans to return to her royal duties after sharing news of her cancer diagnosis in March.

Which countries recognize a state of Palestine?

Spain, Ireland, and Norway said they will formally recognize a Palestinian state next week in a push for a two-state solution amid the Gaza war.

Iran's president Ebrahim Raisi, others killed in helicopter crash

Iran’s hard-line President Ebrahim Raisi, the country's foreign minister and others were found dead over the weekend after a helicopter crash. Here's what to know about his leadership in the country.

Endangered Species Day 2024: 10 of the world’s most endangered animals revealed

Currently, more than 41,000 species have been assessed to be under threat of extinction, according to the International Union for Conservation of Nature.