Swiss workers told to ‘clock out’ for bathroom breaks, court rules

A Swiss court has ruled in favor of Jean Singer & Cie SA, a watch dial manufacturer, allowing the company to require employees to clock out for bathroom breaks.

Man stumbles across gem worth thousands hidden in dirt: 'It's like nothing else'

Crystal expert Patrick Gundersen recently found a priceless quartz hidden in the dirt of Australia's Northern Territory. The crystal hunter said he does not intend to sell the gem.

Trump sent Covid tests to Putin for personal use in early 2020, book says

In early 2020, then-President Donald Trump reportedly sent coveted COVID-19 tests to Russian President Vladimir Putin for his personal use.

Turkish Airlines flight makes emergency landing in New York after pilot dies

A Turkish Airlines jetliner headed from Seattle to Istanbul made an emergency landing in New York on Wednesday after the pilot died on board, an airline spokesperson said.

X returns to Brazil after monthlong shutdown — what’s next for the platform?

After a monthlong suspension, X (formerly Twitter) has resumed operations in Brazil. The platform, owned by Elon Musk, complied with local laws and court orders to restore service in one of its biggest markets.

Coldplay announces 2025 'Music of the Spheres' tour, kicking off in US

Coldplay has announced their "Music of the Spheres World Tour," set to kick off on May 21, 2025, at Stanford Stadium in California.

A year later: Lawn at ASU pays tribute to victims still held hostage by Hamas

The lawn at Arizona State University on Monday was covered by the names and faces of those still being held hostage by Hamas as the world marks a year since the deadly attacks on Israel.

New study finds humanity nearing life expectancy limits

A new study reveals that humanity may be reaching the upper limits of life expectancy, with fewer improvements in longevity despite advances in medical technology and healthcare.

Former world champion runner Kipyegon Bett dies at 26

The Kenyan runner died at a hospital after complaining of stomach pains. He won the 800-meter title in 2016 and earned a bronze medal in another track championship event in 2017.

What happened on Oct. 7? Timeline of Hamas attack, one year later

Last year Hamas launched a surprise attack prompting Israel to declare war and intensify military operations against Hamas and Hezbollah; here’s a timeline of key events in the ongoing conflict one year later.

Hamas attack on Israel: Hostage status 1 year later

On Oct. 7, 2023, Hamas kidnapped roughly 250 people in a surprise deadly attack into Israel. Here’s what’s known about the Israelis and Palestinians still being held.