US warns about fake, deadly pills being sold in Mexico

The travel alert posted Friday says Americans should “exercise caution when purchasing medication in Mexico.”

Facing arrest warrant for war crimes, Vladimir Putin visits Crimea

Vladimir Putin's visit to Crimea Saturday marked the anniversary of the peninsula's annexation from Ukraine, a move that most of the world denounced as illegal in 2014.

ICC issues arrest warrant for Vladimir Putin over Ukraine war crimes

The International Criminal Court says it has issued an arrest warrant for Russian President Vladimir Putin for war crimes, accusing him of personal responsibility for the abductions of children from Ukraine.

Mexican president says lack of hugs caused US fentanyl crisis

On Friday, Mexico's president Andrés Manuel López Obrador told a morning news briefing that the problem was caused by “a lack of hugs, of embraces.”

New study cites Wuhan raccoon dogs as possible origin of COVID-19

The raccoon dog earns its name from its facial markings similar to raccoons. The animals are known to be sold at the Huanan Seafood Wholesale Market, where many virologists suspect that the Covid-19 pandemic may have started.

US issues Mexico travel warnings for spring breakers

The State Department is imploring Americans to review potential threats before making travel plans, while Texas officials urge forgoing travel to Mexico entirely.

Senate confirms Eric Garcetti as US ambassador to India

The Senate on Wednesday confirmed President Joe Biden’s nomination of Eric Garcetti to be ambassador to India.

What is the Ides of March? Find out the history of the Roman calendar day

Every March 15, the dark history behind the 74th day in the Roman calendar has led many to think of bad omens and doom -- but the day has a deep history and purpose.

2 found dead in submarine filled with smuggled cocaine

The Colombian Navy found over $87 million worth of cocaine, two dead bodies, and two survivors aboard a submarine.

China will reopen to tourists, resume issuing all visas Wednesday

China is one of the last major countries to reopen its borders to tourists during the pandemic. Previously, the country stuck to a harsh “zero-COVID" strategy involving lockdowns and daily COVID-19 testing.

Former Dodger Trevor Bauer finalizing deal to play in Japan

Sources reported former Los Angeles Dodger Trevor Bauer is finalizing a one-year deal to play for a professional baseball team in Japan.