Mexican footbridge collapses during inaugural walk by mayor

The mayor of the Mexican city of Cuernavaca was proudly inaugurating a footbridge over a scenic stream when the span collapsed, sending him and about two dozen people plunging into a gully.

Indian man reportedly divorces wife because she only cooked instant noodles

The judge presiding over the divorce case reportedly called it the “Maggi case” because Maggi instant noodles were the woman’s food of choice when feeding her husband.

FDA panel greenlights Novavax COVID-19 vaccine

FDA's vaccine chief said another choice in the U.S. may entice at least some vaccine holdouts - whatever their reason - to consider rolling up their sleeves.

One plug and done: EU to require common way to charge phones

The new rules start in 2024 and will only require people to have a USB Type-C cable to charge electronic devices, including cell phones, tablets, e-readers, and digital cameras.

British Prime Minister Johnson survives no-confidence vote

Boris Johnson, who's been plagued with many scandals throughout his time as Britain's prime minister, survived a no-confidence vote Monday.

Potential 'pregnancy register' in Poland stokes privacy fears for women

The right-wing government in Poland, where a near-total abortion ban is in place, now faces accusations it is creating a “pregnancy register.”

Dominican Republic cabinet minister killed in office

A Dominican Republic cabinet minister was shot and killed in his office on Monday, according to officials.

World's largest 4-day workweek pilot program begins in UK

Over 3,300 employees across 71 U.K. companies began the six-month pilot program that explores a four-day workweek and its potential benefits.

Nigeria church attack: More than 50 feared dead

The attackers targeted the St. Francis Catholic Church in Ondo state just as the worshippers gathered on Pentecost Sunday.

Bangladesh cargo depot fire kills at least 49

The inferno at the BM Inland Container Depot, a Dutch-Bangladesh joint venture, broke out around midnight Saturday following explosions in a container full of chemicals.

US Navy lieutenant facing prison in Japan over deadly crash

A spring trip with his wife and 3 children to Mt. Fuji ended in tragedy for one U.S. naval officer. Now, he's facing three years in prison for "an accident," his family says.

Nadal tops Ruud for 14th French Open title, 22nd Slam trophy

Rafael Nadal pulled away to beat Casper Ruud 6-3, 6-3, 6-0 in the French Open final on Sunday for his 14th championship at Roland Garros and 22nd Grand Slam title overall, adding to two records he already owned.

Putin warns West about supplying long-range rocket systems to Ukraine

The cryptic threat of a military escalation from Putin didn't specify what the new targets might be, but it comes days after the U.S. announced plans to deliver rocket systems to Ukraine.

Celtics add their voices to those asking for Griner's return

Some members of the Boston Celtics are using their platform at the NBA’s title series to add their voices to the chorus of those demanding WNBA star Brittney Griner be allowed to come home.