Royal Caribbean’s Icon of the Seas reportedly catches fire and briefly loses power

A fire broke out on Royal Caribbean’s Icon of the Seas, billed as the world’s largest cruise ship, and also led to a brief loss of power, according to reports.

Airplane suddenly drops 25,000 feet midflight, injuring 17 passengers

Korean Air said 17 passengers received medical attention after one of its Taiwan-bound flights dropped mid-air due to pressurization issues.

Increased risk of dengue virus in US, CDC warns – here’s what to know

The CDC is warning Americans about an increased dengue virus risk, as cases of the mosquito-borne viral disease hit record numbers worldwide.

Glendale PD investigates sex trafficking operation tied to human smuggling debts

Glendale Police arrested a man in connection to a sex trafficking operation out of Cuba. Investigators say this issue goes far beyond the Valley and believe it’s tied to debts that women owe for being smuggled into the U.S.

Rare $500 banknote from 1934 set for auction

A rare $500 banknote from 1934 will be auctioned on Wednesday by England-based Hanson’s Auctioneers.

Large wave of Saharan dust is heading right for Florida and the Gulf of Mexico

Models indicate a large amount of Saharan dust will traverse across the Atlantic this week and head towards the Gulf of Mexico and Florida by next weekend.

Maryland couple among those who died on pilgrimage to Mecca during extreme heat

FOX 5 learned over the weekend, a Bowie, Maryland couple who left earlier this month to embark on an Islamic pilgrimage died due to the extreme heat, according to the couple’s daughter. 

Study suggests this free activity can reduce lower back pain

A new Australian study found that a simple walking and education program can significantly reduce the recurrence of lower back pain.

US Olympic team to bring A/C units to Paris, undercutting environmental plan

The U.S. Olympic team plans to supply air conditioners for their athletes at the Paris Games, prioritizing athlete comfort over the event's environmental sustainability goals.

Stonehenge vandalized by climate protesters ahead of summer solstice 2024

Stonehenge was spray-painted orange by climate protesters. The act was quickly condemned by U.K. Prime Minister Rishi Sunak, who called it a “disgraceful act of vandalism."

Dali ship crew may be forced to stay in US for legal questions on Baltimore Key Bridge collapse

Attorneys are asking a federal judge to prevent crew members on the cargo ship Dali from returning to their home countries amid ongoing investigations into the circumstances leading up to the deadly collapse of the Francis Scott Key Bridge.