Africa is much bigger than most maps show, and a new campaign wants that fixed
A growing campaign backed by the African Union is urging schools and organizations to replace the Mercator projection with a modern map that shows Africa’s true size.
Former Russian Miss Universe contestant, 30, dies after elk smashes through windshield
A model and former Miss Universe contestant from Russia died last week from injuries she suffered after an elk crashed through the windshield of her Porsche, according to a report.
Gal Gadot joins hostage families in Israel amid nationwide movement to end Gaza war
The Hollywood actress showed solidarity with families demanding Israel to prioritize hostage negotiations amid an expanded military campaign in Gaza.
Missing American hiker found dead in remote mountains over a month after disappearing: Reports
Guilford Cole Henderson's body was located in a remote Pyrenees area after search dogs and drones were deployed.
State Department issues updated Mexico travel advisory: What to know
Homicide, kidnapping, carjacking and robbery are some of the biggest crimes of concern for U.S. travelers to Mexico.
2 boxers die from brain injuries after fights in Japan
Two Japanese boxers have died from brain injuries sustained in separate bouts on the same card at Tokyo’s Korakuen Hall.
Trump could meet Putin in person to discuss Russia-Ukraine war, White House says
President Donald Trump could meet with Russian President Vladimir Putin as early as next week to discuss ending the Russia-Ukraine war, according to a White House official.
CDC issues travel warning over chikungunya outbreak in China
The CDC has issued a Level 2 travel alert due to an outbreak of chikungunya in China, advising travelers to take enhanced precautions.
Titan implosion that killed 5 on way to Titanic was ‘preventable,’ Coast Guard says
The Coast Guard released findings Tuesday from its highest level of investigation into the Titan submersible disaster.
Woman arrested after bus driver finds toddler in suitcase
Police say the bus driver became concerned when he saw a suitcase moving.
Americans in vacation hot spot may see more military than margaritas this summer
The Mexican government has deployed more than 7,000 troops and security personnel to safeguard the country’s most popular vacation zones.
‘Chamber of horrors’ finally being exhumed at mass baby grave site
The site, run by the Bon Secours Sisters, has forced Ireland and the Catholic Church to confront a legacy of shunning unmarried mothers.
Potential asteroid impact on Moon in 2032 could trigger massive meteor shower on Earth
If Asteroid 2024 YR4 crashes into the Moon in 2032, it would be the largest impact in about 5,000 years, according to a new analysis.
Alon Aboutboul, ‘The Dark Knight Rises’ and ‘Rambo III’ actor, dies
Israeli actor Alon Aboutboul reportedly died on an Israeli beach this week at the age of 60.
Marjorie Taylor Greene calls Gaza crisis a 'genocide' amid Democrats’ call for relief
Republicans are backing Trump's handling of the situation and supporting Israel, but outspoken GOP Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene called the crisis a “genocide” this week amid Democrats’ call for help.
See it: Dolphin calf reunited with mother after being freed from fishing net
The dolphin calf was first spotted entangled in the fishing net earlier this summer. And after several weeks, the young dolphin was finally freed from the line and reunited with its mother.
Trump announces trade deal with European Union
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen said the deal took "heavy lifting."
Venezuelan baseball team denied US visas for Little League tournament
A team of Venezuelan teenagers are heartbroken after learning they won’t be able to play in the Little League Senior Baseball World Series, despite qualifying.
Starlink outage: Tens of thousands reported issues Thursday
Starlink said it has "most recovered" from the outage.
Plane crash in Russia's Far East leaves 48 dead
Forty-eight people were confirmed dead Thursday after a passenger plane crashed in Russia’s Far East region.