Uber in hot seat after probe finds violent offenders were cleared to drive passengers: report

The popular ride-share app Uber is reportedly taking strides to enact more comprehensive background checks after its policies allowed individuals with violent criminal convictions to drive for the company. 

Photos: Wolfdog joins race, crosses finish line at Olympic ski event

A Czechoslovakian wolfdog named Nazghul was on a walk with its owner when it escaped onto an Olympic race course and joined the women’s cross-country skiing team sprint.

Former Prince Andrew arrested on suspicion of misconduct in public office

Former Prince Andrew, the brother of the UK's King Charles III, was released after being arrested Thursday on suspicion of misconduct in public office.

Tourist arrested after destroying multiple check-in kiosks in Hong Kong airport rampage

A shocking scene unfolded inside Hong Kong International Airport’s Terminal 1 on Monday when a man was seen pushing over check-in kiosks and trying to smash them with a metal pole.

Watch: Man tries to snatch toddler from mother in Italian supermarket

A man has been charged with attempted aggravated kidnapping and aggravated assault after allegedly trying to snatch a one-year-old girl from her mother.

Lunar New Year, Ramadan and Lent all begin this week

Three cultural and faithful traditions begin this week: Lunar New Year, Ramadan and Lent. Here’s why this week is spiritually significant for so many Americans.

Applications open for chefs under 30 to enter the global S.Pellegrino Young Chef Academy Competition

The search is on for the next generation of culinary talent as applications are now being accepted worldwide for chefs under 30 to compete in the S.Pellegrino Young Chef Academy Competition.

Majority of Americans disapprove of Trump's push to gain control of Greenland: Poll

President Donald Trump’s efforts to seize Greenland has gained little support from Americans and has even divided members in his own political party, according to a new poll.

10 people dead, including suspect, after shooting at school and home in British Columbia

Canadian police say eight people including the suspect are dead after a shooting at a small school in British Columbia, with two more people found dead at a home believed to be connected to the incident.

2 dead after avalanche near site of Winter Olympics in Italian alps

Two skiers were killed and a third injured in a high-risk avalanche on Saturday in the Italian Alps near venues set to host events for the 2026 Winter Olympics.