Cease-fire set for Congo election as world powers vie for its cobalt
The U.S. has helped maintain a cease-fire in the Congo as the nation heads to the polls. Here's why the central African nation is so vital to American interests.
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Who are the Houthis and why are they attacking ships in the Red Sea?
What to know about the Houthi rebel movement, an Iran-backed group that controls much of Yemen, as the U.S. and allies retaliate for its attacks on Red Sea shipping.
100 elephant deaths in Zimbabwe blamed on drought, climate change
At least 100 elephants have died in Zimbabwe's largest national park in recent weeks because of drought.
Teens struggle to identify misinformation about Israel-Hamas conflict
As the conflict between Israel and Hamas grinds on, social media has become a front line in the battle over public opinion. Teens are getting caught in the middle.
Celine Dion "has no control of her muscles," sister says
Celine Dion stepped away from performing last year as she battled "stiff-person" syndrome, a rare neurological disorder that has affected her ability to walk and sing.
Shark attacks woman walking in knee-deep water after midnight
The 21-year-old woman, who has not been identified, suffered a "significant laceration to her leg," officials said.
Earthquake in China leaves at least 126 dead, hundreds injured
Video captured as an earthquake hit China's mountainous northwest, killing at least 126 people, shows residents running for their lives as homes crumbled in the dead of winter.
Iceland volcano erupts weeks after thousands evacuated nearby town
A volcanic eruption started Monday night on Iceland's Reykjanes Peninsula, turning the sky orange and prompting the civil defense to be on high alert.
House Democrats send letter to Biden criticizing Netanyahu's military strategy
A group of House Democrats on Monday sent a letter to the White House arguing that Israel's military strategy in Gaza is not in the best interests of the U.S. nor Israel's own security.
"Humblest Christmas tree in the world" sells for thousands at auction
One of the earliest mass-produced artificial Christmas trees, originally purchased for pennies in 1920, sold for an astonishing £3,400, or $4296.13, at auction on Friday.
Russia ramps up Arctic military presence as Ukraine war nears 2-year mark
Norway's Svalbard Archipelago, deep inside the Arctic Circle, has become a focal point of the tension between Russia and America's NATO allies.
Defense secretary to hold meeting on Houthi attacks on commercial ships
In over a dozen incidents in the Red Sea since October, U.S. ships have either shot down drones or missiles or have had to come to the aid of ships targeted by the Houthis.
Jimmy Lai, media mogul who challenged China, goes on trial in Hong Kong
Former Hong Kong media magnate Jimmy Lai dared for years to demand free speech from China's government. 3 years after his arrest, he's facing a possible life sentence.
Vase bought at Goodwill for $3.99 auctioned for $107,100
A rare vase by Italian architect Carlo Scarpa recently sold at auction for $107,100 — even though it went for just $3.99 at Goodwill.
Ancient "curse tablet" targeting unlucky pair unearthed in Germany
Archaeologists believe the 15th-century tablet is inscribed with satanic summons targeting a specific woman and man.
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