African leaders call out UN member states over inequities of global COVID-19 vaccine distribution
The inequity of COVID-19 vaccine distribution came into sharp focus Thursday as many of the African countries whose populations have little to no access to the life-saving shots stepped to the podium to speak at the U.N.’s annual meeting of world leaders.
The inequity of COVID-19 vaccine distribution came into sharp focus Thursday as many of the African countries whose populations have little to no access to the life-saving shots stepped to the podium to speak at the U.N.’s annual meeting of world leaders.
Mexican host, husband reportedly flee country after embezzling $146 million
Inés Gómez Mont is famous as a talk show host and sideline sports reporter, widely known for proposing to Tom Brady during the 2008 Super Bowl. He politely declined.
Inés Gómez Mont is famous as a talk show host and sideline sports reporter, widely known for proposing to Tom Brady during the 2008 Super Bowl. He politely declined.
Man killed after beer keg explodes at birthday party
The tap on the keg wasn't working correctly so he tried fixing it. The keg exploded, killing him.
The tap on the keg wasn't working correctly so he tried fixing it. The keg exploded, killing him.
Swarm of bees kill more than 60 endangered penguins in South Africa
More than 60 endangered African penguins were apparently killed by a swarm of bees in South Africa last week, in what bird conservationists described as an unusual occurrence.
More than 60 endangered African penguins were apparently killed by a swarm of bees in South Africa last week, in what bird conservationists described as an unusual occurrence.
K-pop stars BTS talk climate change, COVID-19 vaccines in UN speech
Korean pop stars BTS addressed the United Nations Tuesday to advocate for COVID-19 vaccines and urge action to fight climate change.
Korean pop stars BTS addressed the United Nations Tuesday to advocate for COVID-19 vaccines and urge action to fight climate change.
Mayorkas: Border Patrol horseback photos 'horrified' him
DHS chief Alejandro Mayorkas said images of what appeared to be Border Patrol agents on horseback rounding up migrants trying to cross the border “horrified” him.
DHS chief Alejandro Mayorkas said images of what appeared to be Border Patrol agents on horseback rounding up migrants trying to cross the border “horrified” him.
New Zealand cops bust men trying to sneak into locked-down city with 'large amounts' of KFC
Police outside of Auckland arrested two men who were trying to sneak into the New Zealand city with a trunk-full of Kentucky Fried Chicken.
Police outside of Auckland arrested two men who were trying to sneak into the New Zealand city with a trunk-full of Kentucky Fried Chicken.
Taliban names deputy ministers in all-male team in Afghanistan
The Taliban has expanded its interim Cabinet in Afghanistan by naming more ministers and deputies but failed to appoint any women.
The Taliban has expanded its interim Cabinet in Afghanistan by naming more ministers and deputies but failed to appoint any women.
UN: World leaders eye money, not emissions cuts, to combat climate change
World leaders made “faint signs of progress” on the financial end of fighting climate change in a special United Nations feet-to-the-fire meeting Monday, but they didn't commit to more crucial cuts in emissions of the heat-trapping gases that cause global warming.
World leaders made “faint signs of progress” on the financial end of fighting climate change in a special United Nations feet-to-the-fire meeting Monday, but they didn't commit to more crucial cuts in emissions of the heat-trapping gases that cause global warming.
Biden to address COVID-19, climate change in 1st presidential visit to UN
Eight months into his presidency, Biden has been out of sync with allies on the chaotic ending to the U.S. war in Afghanistan.
Eight months into his presidency, Biden has been out of sync with allies on the chaotic ending to the U.S. war in Afghanistan.
'Hotel Rwanda' hero Paul Rusesabagina sentenced to 25 years on terror charges
Paul Rusesabagina, the man who inspired the film “Hotel Rwanda,” was convicted of terrorism offenses and sentenced to 25 years in prison.
Paul Rusesabagina, the man who inspired the film “Hotel Rwanda,” was convicted of terrorism offenses and sentenced to 25 years in prison.
Shooting at Russia’s Perm State University leaves 6 dead, 28 hurt
A shooting at Russia’s Perm State University left six people dead and at least 28 hurt, officials said. The gunman was detained.
A shooting at Russia’s Perm State University left six people dead and at least 28 hurt, officials said. The gunman was detained.
US to require incoming foreign travelers to be vaccinated against COVID-19
Beginning in November, all foreign travelers flying to the U.S. will need to show proof of vaccination before boarding, as well as proof of a negative COVID-19 test taken within three days of the flight.
Beginning in November, all foreign travelers flying to the U.S. will need to show proof of vaccination before boarding, as well as proof of a negative COVID-19 test taken within three days of the flight.
US will fly 'massive' number of Haitian migrants to Haiti, official says
A US official says the Biden administration plans on “massive movements” of Haitian migrants in a small Texas border city on flights to Haiti starting Sunday.
A US official says the Biden administration plans on “massive movements” of Haitian migrants in a small Texas border city on flights to Haiti starting Sunday.
France recalls ambassadors to US, Australia over nuclear submarine deal
France has recalled its ambassador to the United States in an unprecedented show of anger that dwarfs decades of previous rifts.
France has recalled its ambassador to the United States in an unprecedented show of anger that dwarfs decades of previous rifts.
More countries must pledge to avoid 'catastrophic' climate path, UN warns
The head of the United Nations says a new report shows the world is on a “catastrophic pathway” toward a hotter future unless governments make more ambitious pledges to cut greenhouse gas emissions.
The head of the United Nations says a new report shows the world is on a “catastrophic pathway” toward a hotter future unless governments make more ambitious pledges to cut greenhouse gas emissions.
Pentagon says Afghanistan drone strike that killed 10 civilians in August 'tragic mistake'
The Pentagon retreated from its defense of a drone strike that killed multiple civilians in Afghanistan last month, announcing Friday that a review revealed that only civilians were killed in the attack, not an Islamic State extremist as first believed.
The Pentagon retreated from its defense of a drone strike that killed multiple civilians in Afghanistan last month, announcing Friday that a review revealed that only civilians were killed in the attack, not an Islamic State extremist as first believed.
Funeral services planned for fallen Marine Lance Corporal Kareem Nikoui
US Marine Lance Corporal Kareem Nikoui, who was killed in the line of duty in Kabul, Afghanistan will be laid to rest in a special ceremony in Riverside.
US Marine Lance Corporal Kareem Nikoui, who was killed in the line of duty in Kabul, Afghanistan will be laid to rest in a special ceremony in Riverside.
Community gathers in honor of fallen Marine Cpl. Hunter Lopez killed in Afghanistan bombing attack
Community members gathered for the procession of fallen Marine Corporal and Riverside County's own Hunter Lopez.
Community members gathered for the procession of fallen Marine Corporal and Riverside County's own Hunter Lopez.
‘Dangerous’ gender reveal in Australia caught on dashcam footage
In the footage, the vehicle can be seen conducting a ‘burn-out,’ creating excessive noise and blue smoke which obstructed the visibility of other motorists on the public roadway.
In the footage, the vehicle can be seen conducting a ‘burn-out,’ creating excessive noise and blue smoke which obstructed the visibility of other motorists on the public roadway.