Trump launches Christmas night airstrikes on ISIS 'Terrorist Scum' in Nigeria after killings of Christians

President Donald Trump said the U.S. launched airstrikes in northwest Nigeria on Christmas night targeting ISIS militants he accused of killing Christians, calling the operation decisive and warning further attacks would follow if the violence continues.

Pope Leo XIV calls for 'peace and consolation' in first Christmas Mass

Pope Leo XIV presided over his first Christmas Mass, calling for “peace and consolation" for victims of wars, injustice, political stability, religious persecution and terrorism.

Trump sues BBC for $10 billion, accusing it of defamation for editing his Jan. 6 speech

The lawsuit alleges that the news organization combined parts of President Donald Trump’s speech on Jan. 6, 2021, claiming that his words were “misrepresented."

Bystander who disarmed Bondi Beach gunman hailed as hero

A bystander identified as Ahmed el Ahmed is being hailed as a hero after video captured him disarming a gunman during a mass shooting at a Hanukkah celebration on Sydney’s Bondi Beach.

McDonald's CEO shares blunt career advice on Instagram

McDonald’s CEO Chris Kempczinski delivered some candid career advice in a recent Instagram video.

King Charles says his cancer treatment will be reduced in the new year

King Charles III gave a rare update on his cancer diagnosis and recovery during a TV broadcast on Friday. Here’s what we know.

Watch: Man survives terrifying skydiving mishap

The incident occurred as the skydiver prepared to jump from over 10,000 feet in the air.

World Cup tickets back on sale: How the Random Selection Draw works

Soccer fans can now apply for tickets to watch specific matches at the 2026 World Cup for the first time as FIFA opened its latest phase of sales on Thursday.

Tourists may have to provide 5 years of social media history to enter US

A proposed rule would require foreign travelers who can currently visit the U.S. without a visa to submit extensive social media, email and family history to be approved.

Grandfather’s 40-hour journey becomes viral wedding miracle

Jeff Mugongo's wedding video went viral after his 93-year-old grandfather, Gatera, flew 40 hours alone from Rwanda to surprise him.

US seizes oil tanker off coast of Venezuela as tensions mount

President Donald Trump says the United States has seized an oil tanker off the coast of Venezuela as tensions mount with the government of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro.

Social media ban in Australia starts for children under 16: Here's how it works

Hundreds of thousands of social media accounts are being deactivated as the world’s first social media ban goes into effect now in Australia for kids under 16. Here’s how it will work.