In West Bank, Biden embraces 'two states for two peoples'

“Palestinians and Israelis deserve equal measures of freedom, security, prosperity and dignity,” President Joe Biden said.

Biden arrives in Mideast jittery about Iran nuclear program

President Biden starts the first visit to the Middle East of his presidency with a monumental task: assuring uneasy Israeli and Saudi Arabian officials that he is committed to preventing Iran from becoming a nuclear power.

Thailand considering chemical castration in exchange for shorter prison term: reports

The bill was approved to move forward by 145 senators with two abstentions on Monday and awaits a second house vote and royal endorsement before it becomes a law.

Griner's name permeates WNBA All-Star Game, Team Wilson wins

A'ja Wilson, Breanna Stewart and the rest of the WNBA All-Stars lined up along the sideline after halftime, the No. 42 and the name Griner on the back of all of their jerseys.

15 people killed in bar shooting in South Africa

A mass shooting at a tavern in Johannesburg's Soweto township has killed 15 people and left others in critical condition, according to police.

Former Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe assassinated while giving speech

Shinzo Abe, who was Japan’s longest-serving leader when he resigned in 2020, was assassinated Friday by a gunman who opened fire on him from behind as he delivered a campaign speech.

US officials warn of 'serious risk' traveling to Tijuana and Rosarito, Baja California

A new travel advisory issued for Americans by the U.S. Embassy in Mexico is strongly warning against travel to Tijuana and Rosarito, Baja California due to "serious risk" as a result of the recent arrest of a prominent cartel leader.

Kazuki Takahashi, creator of 'Yu-Gi-Oh!' found dead at sea

Kazuki Takahashi, the creator of the “Yu-Gi-Oh!” manga comic and trading card game, has died, apparently while snorkeling in southwestern Japan.

British Prime Minister Boris Johnson announces resignation

British Prime Minister Boris Johnson announced his resignation Thursday saying it was 'clearly the will' of the Conservative Party that there should be a new leader.

'Please don't forget about me': Brittney Griner writes open letter to Biden as her trial begins

WNBA star Brittney Griner has gone on trial in a Russian court on charges of possessing cannabis oil. Griner was arrested in February at a Moscow airport while traveling to play for a Russian team.

Alpine glacier breaks loose, kills at least 6 hikers on popular trail

A large chunk of Alpine glacier broke loose and slid down an Italian mountainside, slamming into more than a dozen hikers on a popular trail on the peak.

What's next as Brittney Griner's trial begins in Russia?
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Tom Fireston who is a former resident legal adviser to the U.S. Embassy in Moscow talks about the uphill battle Brittney Griner faces as she attempts to be released from custody in Russia.

8-year-old boy recovering after getting lost in sewer for 8 days

The little boy, who police have called Joe, was "completely undressed when he was found" and "did not have any serious external injuries, but was severely hypothermic and dehydrated."