Biden receives criticism from China after saying US would defend Taiwan against invasion

China has criticized President Joe Biden’s statement that American forces would defend Taiwan if Beijing tries to invade as a violation of U.S. commitments about the self-ruled island.

Fiona vs. Maria: How the two hurricanes compare in Puerto Rico

Although the storms are five years apart, they mirror one another in some respects, while differing in others.

How much money do I need to travel the world?

Many factors play into the budget, but here are some tips for figuring out your magic number.

What did the note atop Queen Elizabeth's coffin say?

Queen Elizabeth’s funeral was filled with symbolism and connections to the many moments and places she touched during her 70-year reign. 

Queen Elizabeth II and the Church of England: The late monarch's faith beliefs

As Queen Elizabeth II is mourned, here are some details of the Church of England, of which she was a member. The history of this church is explained, as well as what it meant to the Queen.

Russian missile almost strikes nuclear plant, Ukraine says

Officials say the impact of the strike didn’t affect the plant's reactors but caused an explosion that broke dozens of windows on buildings in the complex and forced a power plant to shut down briefly.

In photos: The week the royal family mourned the queen

The royal family is mysterious and notoriously private, but the death of Queen Elizabeth II has once again thrust this family’s scrutinized dynamic into the public eye.

By the numbers: Facts and figures about the queen's funeral

Here are some figures that have swirled around London and the rest of the United Kingdom in the aftermath of Queen Elizabeth II's death.

India welcomes back cheetahs after 70 years

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi released the cats into their enclosure Saturday morning.

Germany’s Oktoberfest returns after 2-year hiatus

The Oktoberfest has typically drawn about 6 million visitors every year to packed festival grounds in Bavaria’s capital.

The death of Queen Elizabeth II is a stark reminder of the disappearing WWII generation

The long good-bye for Queen Elizabeth II is a reminder of a broader truth playing out with little fanfare across Britain: The nation is bidding farewell to the men and women who fought the country’s battles during World War II.