Gunman Killed After Firing at Secret Service Outside White House
A gunman fired on a Secret Service checkpoint near the White House and was killed after…
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Bodies of Four Italian Divers Recovered and Returned from Maldives Cave Accident
Four Italian divers who died exploring a deep underwater cave in the Maldives have been recovered and repatriated amid investigations into the incident and…
Gas Explosion in Shanxi Coal Mine Kills 82 in China
A coal mine gas explosion in Shanxi province caused 82 deaths and injured over 120, prompting a major rescue operation and a government investigation…
Tens of Thousands Protest Against Serbian President in Belgrade Rally
Tens of thousands gathered in Belgrade for a major anti-government rally organized by students demanding early elections and accountability amid ongoing unrest
Three Red Cross Volunteers Die from Ebola in Congo Outbreak
Three Democratic Republic of Congo Red Cross volunteers died after contracting Ebola during body management work amid an outbreak now declared an international health…
Trump Says U.S. Nearing Deal With Iran Amid Ongoing Talks
President Trump indicated progress toward an agreement with Iran involving nuclear issues and economic measures while consulting regional leaders
Webb Telescope Reveals Rapid Emergence of Massive Star Clusters in M51 Galaxy
Observations of the M51 galaxy by NASA’s James Webb Space Telescope show that massive star clusters form and exit their birth clouds faster than…
Staten Island Shipyard Explosion Injures Over 30, Kills One Civilian
One civilian died and more than 30 people, mostly firefighters, were injured in an explosion and fire at a Staten Island shipyard, prompting a…
Federal Judge Tosses Human Smuggling Charges Against Kilmar Abrego Garcia
A Tennessee federal judge dismissed charges against Kilmar Abrego Garcia, finding the prosecution by the Justice Department was vindictive following his wrongful deportation under…
U.S. Doctor Infected with Ebola Evacuated from Congo, Condition Improves
Dr. Peter Stafford was evacuated to Germany after contracting Ebola in Congo; he is now cautiously optimistic while receiving treatment at a Berlin hospital