Invest 91L to become tropical depression soon as Tropical Storm Philippe gains some strength in Atlantic

The National Hurricane Center continues to monitor a disturbance halfway between the Cabo Verde Islands and the Lesser Antilles, noting that a tropical depression or tropical storm is likely to form in the next day or so.

NASA astronaut sets new US record with 371 days in space

A NASA astronaut now holds the record for the longest U.S. spaceflight after returning to Earth Wednesday, but the feat did not come voluntarily.

Children among 8 electrocuted as floods wreak havoc in South Africa's Western Cape

Heavy rainfall and gale-force winds since Sunday in South Africa's Western Cape led to the flooding of informal settlements that killed eight in two electrocution incidents.

Fire rips through Iraqi wedding hall, killing around 100 shocking Christian community

The cause of the fire is under investigation, but a local news outlet aired footage showing pyrotechnics shooting flames up from the floor of the event and setting a chandelier on fire.

3 astronauts back on Earth after being stuck in space for a year

One of the astronauts that returned to Earth Wednesday is a NASA astronaut, who now holds the record for the longest U.S. spaceflight as a result of the unexpected extended stay.

Tropical Storm Philippe continues to struggle but Invest 91L expected to develop soon in Atlantic

The National Hurricane Center has highlighted a disturbance several hundred miles west-southwest of the Cabo Verde Islands in the central tropical Atlantic, noting that a tropical depression is likely to form in the next couple of days.

Shakira charged with tax evasion for second time in Spain

Shakira is facing scrutiny for a second time in Spain, and has been charged again with failing to pay millions in taxes.

Daredevil UK skydiver lands perfectly on inflatable unicorn at festival: 'I'm coming for you'

Jan Zackl, a fearless skydiver from the UK, achieved the impossible by becoming the only participant at an annual festival to land flawlessly on an inflatable unicorn pool toy.

Tropical Storm Philippe continues west while Invest 91L in central Atlantic has high chance of development

The National Hurricane Center has highlighted a disturbance several hundred miles west-southwest of the Cabo Verde Islands in the eastern tropical Atlantic, currently giving it a high chance of development in the next 2-3 days.

Why is Oktoberfest in September? It has to do with the weather

Check out how Oktoberfest came to be, its history, traditions and some records set during the world's largest beer festival.

US to loan Poland $2 billion to modernize its military

The Biden administration says it is offering $2 billion in loans to Poland to support the defense modernization of the ally which has been a hub for weapons going into Ukraine.

Florida JetBlue flight hits severe turbulence, 8 people taken to hospital

A JetBlue flight from Ecuador to Fort Lauderdale hit extreme turbulence while approaching the Florida airport Monday, injuring seven passengers and a crew member, the airline said in a statement.

Lego scraps efforts to make toys out of recycled bottles

Denmark’s Lego says it remains committed to its quest to find sustainable materials to reduce carbon emissions, even after an experiment by the world’s largest toymaker to use recycled bottles did not work.

After summer's extreme weather, more people view climate change as a culprit, poll finds

A new poll found that most Americans believe they've personally felt the impact of climate change because of recent extreme weather, including a summer that brought dangerous heat for much of the country.