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'Mass rape' video on social media shocks Brazil
Brazilian authorities are hunting over 30 men accused of raping a teenage girl and sharing a video of the assault on social media.
Obama becomes first sitting US President to visit Hiroshima
Barack Obama makes history as the first sitting US President to visit Hiroshima to honor victims and promote nuclear disarmament.
China reportedly will send nuclear-armed submarines to patrol Pacific
China plans to deploy nuclear-armed submarines in the Pacific, amid rising tensions in the South China Sea.
Protests turn violent outside Trump New Mexico event
Violent protests erupted outside a Donald Trump campaign rally in Albuquerque, resulting in injuries to police officers and multiple arrests.
What caused EgyptAir flight MS804 to crash? Everything we know so far
Search teams have located debris from the missing EgyptAir flight MS804 in the Mediterranean. Officials confirm there are no survivors from the crash.
EgyptAir Flight Believed to Have Crashed at Sea; Egypt Cites Possible Terrorism
EgyptAir Flight 804, carrying 66 people, is presumed to have crashed into the Mediterranean Sea, with officials citing possible terrorism.
Senate Passes 9/11 Bill Despite Saudi Threats
The US Senate has passed a bill allowing 9/11 victims' families to sue Saudi Arabia, despite threats from Riyadh to sell off US assets. The legislation now moves to the House of Representatives.
White House snubs Chaffetz, refuses to let aide testify after controversial Iran remarks
The White House has refused to let adviser Ben Rhodes testify before House lawmakers regarding the Iran nuclear deal, escalating a feud with Republican Rep. Jason Chaffetz. This decision follows a controversial New York Times Magazine profile where Rhodes discussed crafting the deal's public narrative.
Deadly Texas Fertiliser Blast Was 'Criminal'
Officials have determined that the 2013 Texas fertilizer plant explosion, which killed 15 people and injured hundreds, was intentionally set. A $50,000 reward is offered for information leading to an arrest in the arson case.
Documents show State Department missed target date for special Benghazi unit
The State Department missed its June 2015 target date for making a special Benghazi document review unit operational, despite Congress allocating over $4 million in funds. This delay has fueled accusations of political motivations behind the prolonged investigation.
Does violent protest help or hurt Trump?
Violent protests at Donald Trump's rallies could hurt his campaign by deterring potential voters and linking his image to unrest, despite his attempts to blame rivals. His past encouragement of violence among supporters makes it difficult for him to claim victimhood.
Obama on bin Laden's death: 'The American people hadn't forgotten'
President Obama reflects on the raid that killed Osama bin Laden, expressing hope that the terrorist understood it was retribution for the 9/11 attacks. This marks Obama's first interview in the Situation Room.
Redback spider bites Australian man on penis
A 21-year-old Australian tradesman was hospitalized after being bitten on the penis by a venomous redback spider while using a portable toilet on a Sydney building site.
Jurors caught checking Facebook may face a $1,500 fine
California proposes new legislation allowing judges to fine jurors up to $1,500 for online research or social media discussions during trials, aiming to reduce mistrials caused by juror misconduct.
'Mad Max'-style ISIS truck blown apart by Syrian Kurds in viral video
A video showing Syrian Kurdish fighters destroying an ISIS suicide truck with a missile has gone viral. The dramatic footage captures the vehicle erupting in flames.
Detention Of Asylum Seekers On Island 'Illegal'
A court in Papua New Guinea has ruled that Australia's detention of asylum seekers on Manus Island is unconstitutional and illegal. This decision challenges Australia's controversial border protection policies.
Aggressive 'mini-stroke' therapy may cut serious stroke risk by half
Aggressive and prompt treatment for 'mini-strokes' (transient ischemic attacks or TIAs) can significantly reduce the risk of a major stroke by half, according to new research. Even brief symptoms like slurred speech warrant immediate medical attention.
Russian envoy to NATO warns US over Baltic Sea incident involving destroyer
Russia's envoy to NATO, Alexander Grushko, accused the U.S. of intimidation after a destroyer sailed in the Baltic Sea, vowing Russia would respond to future incidents. This follows a NATO-Russia council meeting, the first in nearly two years, discussing a recent close encounter between Russian jets and the USS Donald
North Korea Needs 3 Things to Hit the U.S. With a Nuclear Weapon
TIME examines the technical requirements and realities behind North Korea's nuclear missile capabilities and the threat to the U.S.
At least 13 dead after explosions at Brussels airport, Metro station
A series of explosions at Brussels airport and a Metro station have resulted in at least 13 deaths, prompting a maximum terror alert.