Watch: Coast Guard rescues 2 men after fishing boat capsizes near Puerto Rico
Two men were dramatically rescued by the U.S. Coast Guard near Puerto Rico after their 24-foot fishing vessel ran out of fuel and capsized in rough seas about 5 miles south of Desecheo Island.
On-going violence in Haiti makes getting supplies difficult for children awaiting adoption
Civil unrest in Haiti is making it difficult for supplies to reach those in need. That includes children whose adoptive families are waiting for them in the United States.
Manmohan Singh, India’s former prime minister, dies at 92
Manmohan Singh was one of the longest-serving prime ministers India has had and was the first Sikh to hold the role.
Plano family remains hopeful amid adoption challenges, gang violence in Haiti
The Smith family celebrated Christmas this year one member short as efforts to bring their 6-year-old daughter home from Haiti have been stalled since February.
Sophie Hediger, Swiss Olympic snowboarder, dies in avalanche
Reports say Sophie Hediger and a friend were on expert-level runs at a mountain resort in Switzerland when the tragic accident occurred.
Nissan, Honda announce merger plans, which would create world's No. 3 automaker
Nissan and Honda agreed to consider a merger and set up a joint holding company, which would create the world's third-largest automaker.
Attack on German Christmas market injures 60 people; at least 2 killed
A car that drove through a crowded outdoor Christmas market in Magdeburg, Germany, Friday night killed at least two people and injured 60 more, authorities said.
'Santa Claus' sarcophagus believed to be discovered during excavation project
The sarcophagus belonging to Saint Nicholas, the man behind the legend of Santa Claus, is believed to have been uncovered in Turkey during an excavation. See the photos.
Pelosi hospitalized, has hip surgery overseas after fall
Rep. Nancy Pelosi, the former two-time House speaker, is recovering at a U.S. military hospital in Germany after having hip replacement surgery.
5 unusual holiday traditions around the world
Some holiday traditions date back thousands of years, while others are thanks to a marketing campaign from Col. Sanders.
Stop jumping in front of oncoming cars, South African government warns citizens
South Africa’s Road Accident Fund warns against a disturbing trend of people faking car crashes for compensation, highlighting rising socioeconomic pressures ahead of the holiday season.
Texas Rep. Gene Wu raises concerns about state's potential trade war with China
The State of Texas is taking action against China that some are worried could trigger a trade war with the superpower.
Syria's Assad flees to Moscow after rebels end his regime
Russian state media report that Syria’s President Bashar Assad and his family have fled to Moscow and are being given asylum there.
Syrian government appears to have fallen, prime minister says he's ready to hand over gov't to rebels
Syrian Prime Minister Mohammed Ghazi Jalali said early Sunday that the government is ready to “extend its hand" to the opposition and hand over its functions to a transitional government.
Notre Dame reopens 5 years after devastating fire
Notre Dame Cathedral reopens to the world this weekend, and it looks more magnificent than it has for generations.
Chinese national allegedly bought guns in Texas, shipped them to North Korea
Federal immigration authorities say a Chinese man, living in California illegally, bought guns in Texas and shipped them to North Korea.
South Korean president declares martial law in move against opposition party
South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol declared martial law on Tuesday, accusing the opposition of "anti-state" activity.
Notre Dame to reopen 5 years after fire with Trump in attendance: What to know
Five years after a devastating fire, Notre Dame Cathedral in Paris will finally reopen to the public. Here's what to know about the devastating fire and reopening.
Notre Dame Cathedral revealed: 1st look at restoration ahead reopening
Newly released footage offers the first glimpse inside the restored Notre Dame Cathedral in Paris, five years after a devastating 2019 fire.
Trump, Canadian Prime Minister Trudeau to meet in Florida to discuss tariffs
Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau flew to Florida on Friday to meet with President-elect Donald Trump following his threats to impose sweeping tariffs on Canadian products.