International

A mother and two children have drowned trying to cross into Texas. The tragedy has pitted federal and state officials against each other.

State, federal officials trade blame over migrant drownings

Many of China's most vaunted weapons systems won't work, according to a new report. Why? Instead of fuel, their tanks were filled with water.

China can’t take Taiwan because its weapons are filled with water

In a pivotal address to the International Court of Justice (ICJ) on Jan. 11, South Africa accused Israel of genocide against Palestinians.

South Africa levels genocide charges against Israel in ICJ over Gaza war

Suspected Houthi rebels attacked a ship in the Gulf of Aden and Iraqi militants allied with them targeted Eilat, Israel, on Wednesday.

Democrats denounce Biden for attacking Houthis without congressional approval

The United States led a massive retaliatory attack against Iran-backed Houthi militants in Yemen on Thursday.

US, UK launch strikes against Houthi targets in Yemen: The Morning Rundown, Jan. 12, 2024

Ecuador President Daniel Noboa declared a state of emergency amidst a wave of violence, prison escapes and gang turmoil.

Ecuador President Noboa declares state of emergency amid wave of violence

A Pentagon report shows that over $1 billion worth of military aid was not properly tracked and is now unaccounted for.

Report: $1B in US weapons sent to Ukraine unaccounted for

Poland's Prime Minister Donald Tusk faces a major protest led by ousted Law and Justice (PiS) rival Jarosław Kaczyński amid a constitutional crisis. Tusk dismantled state-run media, accused of bias. PiS claims illegality, triggering tensions and protests.

Poland’s newly elected PM Tusk faces protests amid constitutional crisis

Mexican President López Obrador wants the U.S. to give $20 billion to Latin American and Caribbean countries in exchange for border help.

President Biden’s plea to Mexico triggers requests from Mexican president

A group of masked gunmen stormed the set of a live TV news broadcast in Ecuador waving guns and explosives.

Gunmen hijack live TV broadcast in Ecuador

U.S. forces take down a barrage of missiles and drones in what is being called a "complex attack" by Houthi militants.

U.S. shoots down missiles, drones in largest Houthi attack in Red Sea: The Morning Rundown, Jan. 10, 2024

The premiere episode of Weapons & Warfare explores the development of a pill aimed at safeguarding troops from Acute Radiation Syndrome (ARS).

Nebraska developing pill to prevent radiation sickness: Weapons & Warfare

Despite environmental concerns, Norway has approved deep sea mining, which seeks to extract resources for renewable energy projects.

Norway approves deep sea mining despite international pushback

Chinese migrants are making a journey to escape to the U.S. Border.

Surge in Chinese migrants headed to US-Mexico border a boon for smugglers

The U.S. Secretary of State is in Israel today, Jan. 9, meeting with top officials to try to avert the war from spreading in the region.

Blinken visits Israel to avert war from spreading in Middle East: The Morning Rundown, Jan. 9, 2024

Ukraine is using some of the world’s best air defense systems, but it’s not enough to down every threat Russia launches.

SKYNEX will help Ukraine shore up its air defense

Farmers in Germany begin weeklong protest of subsidy cuts and diesel tax eliminations, prompting partial government reversals.

Farmers clog Germany’s highways with tractors during weeklong protests

Iraq has begun the process to kick the U.S. military out of the country, according to Prime Minister Mohammed Shia al-Sudani.

Iraq seeks to remove US troops from region following Baghdad airstrike

The White House revealed that Russia is using short-range ballistic missiles sourced from North Korea while pursuing acquisitions from Iran.

Russia’s escalating aerial assaults in Ukraine fueled by North Korea

The State Department is looking for information about Hamas' financial network and five individuals who funnel money to the terrorist organization.

State Dept. offers $10 million reward for info on Hamas financial network

Carrefour, a French-based supermarket with more than 14,000 stores worldwide is pulling some Pepsi and Lays products from 9,000 stores.

Global supermarket giant pulls Pepsi products from shelves over prices

Oscar Pistorius, a South African Olympian who was convicted of killing his girlfriend in 2013, has been released from prison.

Oscar Pistorius, Olympian convicted of killing girlfriend, released from prison

The U.S. Secretary of State is set for another trip to the Middle East as recent developments prompt fears of the war spreading.

Blinken visits Middle East amid fears of war spreading: The Morning Rundown, Jan. 5, 2024

Houthi rebels launch another attack in Red Sea after the U.S. and allies issue a stark and "final warning" to the Iranian-backed group.

Escalating tensions: Is the US prepared to go to war with Iran-backed Houthis?