5 Army soldiers killed in US military aircraft crash over Mediterranean Sea identified

The five U.S. Army Special Operations aviation soldiers were killed during routine flight training over the eastern Mediterranean Sea, the U.S. Department of Defense said Monday.

Diwali record set as millions of Indians celebrate amid air pollution worries

A “hazardous” 400-500 air quality level was recorded last week, but unexpected rain and wind improved the air on Diwali. But levels are expected to soar again after the celebrations.

US military aircraft crash over the Mediterranean killed 5 crew members

Five U.S. servicepeople were killed when a military aircraft crashed over the eastern Mediterranean Sea during a training mission, U.S. European Command said Sunday.

Rare Titanic first-class menu from ill-fated voyage heads to auction

This historic menu, which dates back to the ill-fated ship's voyage from Queenstown to New York, features dishes like spring lamb and "squab à la godard."

DC's giant pandas depart National Zoo for China

D.C.'s giant pandas have departed the Smithsonian's National Zoo and now on their journey to China. The zoo announced the departure early Wednesday morning.

Oct. 7 survivor pleads for release of hostages
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The local community makes an impassioned plea for the release of hostages held by Hamas.

Israel fights Hamas deep in Gaza City, foresees control of enclave's security after war

The Israeli army says its forces are battling Hamas fighters inside Gaza’s largest city, signaling a major new stage a month into a war that has claimed thousands of lives and leveled swaths of the territory.

European vacation: Flights to major cities have fallen to just hundreds of dollars

Demand for travel to Europe is up, so airlines are increasing flights to meet that demand – which means cheaper flights and more flights for travelers to choose from.

Claims of genocide in Gaza draw criticism
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Rashida Tlaib, of Michigan, is accusing President Joe Biden of supporting the genocide in Gaza.

4 men charged in $5.95M gold toilet heist from Winston Churchill's birthplace

Four men were charged Monday over the theft of an 18-carat gold toilet from Blenheim Palace, the sprawling English country mansion where British wartime leader Winston Churchill was born.