South Korea president's office denies vulgar hot mic slur aimed at U.S.
A spokesperson says the president was mistranslated, but his political foes say the denial is like calling South Koreans "hearing impaired."
World
As Russians flee call-up, Putin looks set to escalate his Ukraine war
Putin's mobilization of some reservists has sparked protests and a run for the border, but with "sham" votes in occupied regions, he may be creating a pretext for escalation.
Fiona brings heavy rain, wind to Canada after pounding Bermuda
Meteorologists warned that it has the potential to be one of the most severe storms in Canada's history.
"Once-in-a-lifetime" Tonga volcano blast could warm the Earth
The watery blast from the volcano was huge and unusual — and scientists are still trying to understand its impacts.
Voting begins in Russian-held Ukraine regions on referendums to join Russia
They're sure to go Moscow's way, which could dramatically escalate the war by enabling the Kremlin to claim some Ukrainian assaults are attacks on Russia itself.
Interview called off after Christiane Amanpour refuses to wear head scarf
While Amanpour has worn head scarves in the past for interviews in other countries, like Iran or Afghanistan, she noted that she would not wear one in a country where it is not required.
Hurricane Fiona closes in on Bermuda as Category 4 storm
The eye of Fiona was forecast to pass Bermuda Thursday night and "approach" the Atlantic Canada province of Nova Scotia Friday, the National Hurricane Center said.
Blinken calls out Russia for "sham referenda" to annex parts of Ukraine
"If Russia stops fighting, the war ends. If Ukraine stops fighting, Ukraine ends," U.S. tells world leaders at the U.N.
At least 17 killed as anti-government protests spread in Iran
Protests that erupted in one province after a woman detained by Iran's "morality police" died in custody have spread to more than 50 cities and towns, including the capital.
230 whales were found stranded on a beach. Only 35 survived.
This is the second time this week a group of whales was found beached in Tasmania.
U.K. lifts ban on fracking in England despite opposition
The Conservative Party, which is still in power under new leadership, had vowed never to re-allow the controversial gas extraction practice unless it was proven safe.
Families of 43 missing Mexican students urge Israel to deport suspect
Mexico has repeatedly asked Israel to hand over Tomas Zeron, who is accused of kidnapping, torturing suspects and manipulating evidence — allegations he has denied.
Putin summons reservists as his troops flee Ukraine trenches "like rats"
Russia sees protests over military mobilization as CBS News tours a base where some of Putin's finest appear to have bolted in the face of Ukraine's counteroffensive.
Chinese social media sales guru suddenly returns after mystery absence
Li Jiaqi, one of China's most profitable social media influencers, vanished for more than 100 days. Now he's back, but don't expect an explanation.
Several areas still cut off days after Hurricane Fiona slammed Puerto Rico
Remnants of landslides and major flooding have left them isolated, and government officials are working with religious groups, nonprofits and others trying to help.
Investigation
Whistleblower says DEA let fentanyl pills hit the streets
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Live Updates: Alaska's ballot controversy and more from campaign trail
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Ship burns as Iran claims 3 tankers hit mines in Strait of Hormuz
Hegseth fires Pentagon's top military planner over alleged leaks
Judge rejects DOJ's push to force California to set aside ballots
Investigation
Classified material missing from Epstein files, documents suggest
Experts react to new findings on CTE in former NFL players
RFK Jr. to ease access to unapproved peptides, draft policy states
