Israel launches airstrikes after Iranian missile attacks

Sirens sounded across multiple parts of Israel late Sunday night warning residents about missiles that the nation’s military reports were launched in Iran.

Huge 7.8 earthquake strikes off the coast of the Philippines

The southern Philippines was rocked Monday morning by a massive 7.8 magnitude earthquake that also triggered concerns about a possible tsunami in the region. 

Hegseth appears to use D-Day speech to talk about immigration

In a speech marking the anniversary of D-Day, U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth appeared to use the occasion to draw a parallel between the Allied liberation of Europe during World War II and immigration by sea.

Sherpa left behind on Everest survives 6 days with no food, oxygen

A sherpa left behind in the closing rush of Mt. Everest’s climbing season was found alive this week, dragging himself down the world’s tallest mountain after six days with no food or oxygen.

Shark attack surge: 3 dead in Australia in under a month

A deadly shark attack off the Australian coast on Saturday was the third one within the past month, according to police.

World Cup opening ceremonies: What to know

The 2026 World Cup ceremonies are taking place in the U.S., Canada, and Mexico and will celebrate sports and soccer, while representing the host nations' cultures.

State Department issues travel warning ahead of 2026 World Cup

The U.S. State Department is urging Americans planning to attend the 2026 FIFA World Cup to exercise increased caution while traveling, citing concerns about terrorism, crime, and kidnapping.

Lufthansa employees injured after Boeing 787 nose gear collapses

Several Lufthansa employees were injured Thursday after the nose landing gear of a Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner collapsed while the aircraft was parked at a gate at Frankfurt Airport.

Brendan Banfield sentenced to life in prison in au pair affair murder case

Brendan Banfield, a former IRS law enforcement officer who was having an affair with his family’s Brazilian au pair, was sentenced Friday to life in prison without parole for killing his wife and a man prosecutors say was lured to the couple’s home in a setup.

Anthony Head, ‘Buffy’ and ‘Ted Lasso’ actor, dies at 72

Actor Anthony Head, best known for his roles as Rupert Giles in “Buffy the Vampire Slayer" and Rupert Mannion in “Ted Lasso," died at 72.

Overcrowded migrant vessel with 240 people on board intercepted near Turks and Caicos

An overcrowded migrant vessel carrying 240 people and taking on water was intercepted near the Turks and Caicos Islands after authorities raced to prevent a potential maritime disaster.

Brian Hooker may have left US, friend claims — but former prosecutor says feds likely have him in crosshairs

A team from Florida's Broward County was in the Bahamas near where Lynette Hooker was last seen before she disappeared, as U.S. investigators reignite the search for the missing American.

Iran latest: Hezbollah rejects latest ceasefire agreement between Israel and Lebanon

Hezbollah has rejected a recent ceasefire agreement reached between the Israeli and Lebanese governments. An agreement was initially reached on Wednesday to extend their fragile ceasefire, an agreement that added provisions for "pilot" security zones in Lebanon where Hezbollah militants will not be allowed to operate.