International

A record-breaking drone display in Shenzhen, China, has raised both admiration around the globe, and concern from the West. Getty Images

Chinese drone show sparks global admiration, military concerns

Ukraine is accusing Russia of poisoning two of its river causing mass amounts of fish to die and creating a man-made natural disaster. Getty Images

Ukraine says Russia poisoned two of its rivers in act of ‘ecological genocide’

China is gearing up for its first manned moon landing, and the country's space agency has just revealed its new spacesuit. Getty Images

China reveals advanced space suit for upcoming moon landing

Israeli forces launched limited ground raids late Monday night, targeting Hezbollah positions along the border with Lebanon. The raids follow approval from Israel’s security cabinet for the next phase of its military operations, focusing on Hezbollah infrastructure that poses an immediate threat to Israeli towns near the border. Reuters

IDF troops raid Lebanon to dismantle Hezbollah terror networks

Iran launched missiles toward Israel on Tuesday, Oct. 1, after the United States warned that an attack from Tehran was 'imminent.' Reuters

Iran attacks Israel with barrage of missiles as US considers next steps

After years in prison, Julian Assange made his first public appearance, stating he "pleaded guilty to journalism" to secure his freedom. Reuters

WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange breaks silence

Archaeologists in Denmark have uncovered over 50 well preserved Viking skeletons, offering a look into the lives of the ancient people. Reuters

Discovery of 50 skeletons in Denmark sheds light on ancient Viking life

An international force led by Kenya will stay in Haiti another year in an effort to curb gang violence that has overtaken the country. Getty Images

UN extends international force’s stay in Haiti another year

A new study links black-colored plastics to a toxic flame retardant. Getty Images

Black-colored plastics found in kitchen utensils, toys linked to toxic chemical

The newest phase of war in the Middle East appears to have officially arrived as Israel has begun ground attacks in Lebanon. It’s the escalation in fighting there that the United States and its allies have been trying to keep from happening for weeks now. Reuters

Israel launches ground offensive against Hezbollah in Lebanon

Dockworkers on the U.S.' east and gulf coasts have gone on strike. AP Images

Dockworkers begin strike at East and Gulf coast ports

The Associated Press got backlash for coverage of Hezbollah leader Hassan Nasrallah, initially describing him as "charismatic" and "shrewd." AP Images

AP revises headline describing Hezbollah leader as ‘charismatic and shrewd’

Spain is building its largest urban solar farm over cemeteries in Valencia, as families of the deceased claim they were not consulted. City of Valencia

Spain builds solar farm over a cemetery, but did not tell relatives of the deceased

Biden aides consider blanket pardons for officials, including Schiff, Cheney, and Fauci, ahead of Trump's inauguration and potential investigations. Reuters

President Biden authorizes $567 million defense aid package for Taiwan

Germany announced stricter requirements to become a citizen on Sunday in a bid to crack down on alleged growing antisemitism among some immigrants. Getty Images

Germany bars citizenship for immigrants who share antisemitic slogans

Norway considers constructing a fence along its 123-mile border with Russia to enhance security and address irregular migration concerns. Reuters

Norway may follow Finland’s lead and build fence along Russian border

New research reveals that your next vacation might do more than just help you unwind, it could help prevent premature aging. Getty Images

Vacations and travel may lead to real health benefits: Study

The U.S. announced a deal with the Iraqi government to wrap up the military mission in Iraq that’s working to defeat ISIS. Getty Images

US troops to leave Iraq, end ISIS combat mission by end of 2026

Uber announced on Monday, Sept. 30th that it is offering safari trips starting on Oct. 2 in South Africa. Getty Images

Uber Safari launching this week as company promotes conservation

Tensions in the South China Sea escalated Saturday, Sept 28, as China conducted military drills near a disputed area while the U.S. and its Asia-Pacific allies carried out joint naval exercises nearby. China’s military announced that it had conducted routine early warning, reconnaissance exercises, and patrols around Scarborough Shoal, a contested atoll within the Philippines' exclusive economic zone. Getty Images

China, US and allies hold competing military drills in tense South China Sea

Melting glaciers and record-low snowfall is forcing the border between Italy and Switzerland to be redrawn in some regions. Getty Images

How melting glaciers are causing borders to shift in Italy and Switzerland

Thousands of U.S. dockworkers could go on strike Tuesday. Reuters

Looming dockworkers strike could cripple supply chain

Hezbollah vows revenge after it's leader in Lebanon was killed in an Israeli strike. AP Images

Hamas says leader in Lebanon killed by Israeli airstrike

Protests from Just Stop Oil throw soup at Van Gogh painting. Just Stop Oil

Activists throw soup at Van Gogh painting again; other protesters jailed