Explainer-Maui inferno: What are the deadliest wildfires in US history?
By Stephen Culp (Reuters) -The Maui wildfires in Hawaii have killed at least 96, making it the deadliest U.S. wildfire
2023-08-14 20:45
Rights group urges rapid international intervention to end spiraling gang violence in Haiti
A human rights group has urged the international community to intervene quickly to end spiraling violence by gangs in Haiti
2023-08-14 20:25
Italy marks 5th anniversary of Morandi bridge collapse with demands for justice for the 43 killed
Italy is marking the fifth anniversary of the collapse of Genoa’s Morandi Bridge with a minute of silence and demands for justice for the 43 people who died
2023-08-14 20:24
In the shadow of US-China rivalry, Arab allies tread delicate ground
As oil-rich Gulf states seek to diversify their military partnerships, they are finding themselves ensnared in the intensifying rivalry for global dominance between the United States and China.
2023-08-14 20:19
A throng of interfaith leaders to focus on combating authoritarianism at global gathering in Chicago
Thousands of people representing scores of religions and belief systems are expected to convene in Chicago for a weeklong event
2023-08-14 20:17
Foreign tourism to Portugal registers best-ever first half
LISBON The number of foreign tourists visiting Portugal surpassed eight million in January-June, making it the best first
2023-08-14 20:17
Saudi Arabia appoints first envoy to Palestinians amid talks on Israel normalization
Saudi Arabia has appointed its first ambassador to the Palestinians, in a move that comes amid talks with the United States over a possible deal to normalize relations between the Gulf kingdom and Israel.
2023-08-14 19:21
Airlines, hotels branch out with experiences to lure travelers
By Doyinsola Oladipo NEW YORK Casino operator MGM Resorts International is finding Formula One's inaugural stop in Las
2023-08-14 19:17
Chinese defense minister to visit Russia and Belarus in show of support despite West's objections
Chinese Defense Minister Li Shangfu is visiting Russia and Belarus in a show of support for nations the West has sought to isolate over the Russian invasion of Ukraine
2023-08-14 18:59
Indonesian protesters begin hunger strike as bill to protect domestic workers stalls in parliament
Indonesian domestic workers and activists have begun a hunger strike to protest against the parliament's delay in passing a bill to protect domestic workers
2023-08-14 18:57
2 Nigerian men accused of running a global 'sextortion' ring linked to a teen's suicide have been extradited to US, officials say
Alleged members of a global sextortion operation that targeted more than 100 victims and led to the death of a 17-year-old boy were extradited to the United States on Sunday to face federal criminal charges, authorities said.
2023-08-14 18:53
Cadaver dogs are in Maui to help find the dead. Here's how it works and why it's difficult
Twisted metal. The carcases of burned sedans. Charred shells of what once were homes, thriving businesses and cultural landmarks. As Maui officials continue searching through the wreckage for the many who are still missing after wildfires tore through the island, they have a new tool at hand: human remains detection dogs, often called cadaver dogs.
2023-08-14 18:27