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Freighter on the move after it was freed from ice on frozen Lake Erie
A freighter was on its way to Canada on Sunday after it was freed from ice that trapped it in a frozen Lake Erie for days, the U.S. Coast Guard said.
Hamas frees 4 female Israeli soldiers as part of the Gaza ceasefire in exchange for 200 prisoners
Four Israeli soldiers who had been held hostage by Hamas returned to Israel Saturday. In exchange, Israel released 200 Palestinian prisoners as part of the fragile ceasefire.
The British Museum says it is partly closed after a fired employee shut down IT systems
The museum in central London, which attracts almost 6 million visitors a year, closed its temporary exhibitions and part of its permanent collection after the alleged attack.
U.S. to leave World Health Organization on Jan. 22, 2026
Trump announced the move on Monday, hours after he was sworn in for a second four-year term. The WHO said on Tuesday that it regretted the move from its top donor country.
Teen who killed 3 girls at Taylor Swift dance class sentenced to over 50 years
The judge said he must serve 52 years, minus the six months he’s been in custody, before being considered for parole, and 'it is likely he will never be released.'
‘Heil Tesla’: Elon Musk’s salute projected onto carmaker’s factory in Germany
An image of Elon Musk making the gesture during his speech at U.S. President Donald Trump's inauguration was projected onto Tesla's Gigafactory in Berlin-Brandenburg.
Provincial nominee application for Ukrainian family in Winnipeg stalled for 2 years
The couple says the education system in this country, which has supported their daughter with special needs, is one of the main reasons they're hoping to remain in Canada.
Mittens the cat becomes frequent flyer after being overlooked in cargo hold
Mittens made the 7.5-hour flight between New Zealand and Australia three times in 24 hours.
Trump admin cancels travel for refugees already cleared to settle in U.S.
Among those affected are the more than 1,600 Afghans cleared to resettle in the U.S. as part of the program that the Biden administration set up.
‘Mr. Trump, f— off’: Danish politician lashes out over Greenland proposal
"Dear President Trump, listen very carefully. Greenland has been part of the Danish kingdom for 800 years," Anders Vistisen said.
Prince Harry gets apology, big settlement from Murdoch’s UK tabloids over intrusion
Prince Harry blames the media for the death of his mother, Princess Diana. He also blames them for the persistent attacks on his wife, Meghan Markle.
Trump orders U.S. out of World Health Organization
The move sets a 12-month notice period for the U.S. to leave the United Nations health agency and stop all financial contributions to its work.
Marburg disease: Sample from remote Tanzanian region tests positive
This is the second outbreak of Marburg in Kagera since 2023.
Dozens dead after raging night fire at ski hotel in Turkey
The fire occurred near the start of a two-week winter break for schools, when hotels in the region are packed.
Three Israeli hostages are with Israeli forces in Gaza as ceasefire passes first hurdle
Three Israeli hostages released from Gaza have been handed over to Israeli forces there in the first test of a fragile ceasefire between Israel and Hamas. The three hostages are Romi Gonen, 24, kidnapped from the Nova music festival, and Emily Damari, 28,...