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.

Ex-MMA trainer fights kangaroo that attacked his dogs in wild video

The Australian man suffered injuries to his head, leg and arm and said the kangaroo tried to go after his dogs again after he and the animal battled.

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.

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.

No more Turkey: Country in push to be known as 'Türkiye'

The move to change the spelling of the country’s name in part is to have a better representation of its culture and values.

Queen Elizabeth II Platinum Jubilee: British monarch celebrates 70-year reign

Four days of celebrations honoring Queen Elizabeth II’s 70 years on the throne were underway Thursday with a display of British military traditions stretching from the days of horse and cannon to the jet age.

EU agrees to ban most Russian oil imports in bid to punish Moscow

In a move unthinkable just months ago, EU leaders agreed to cut around 90% of all Russian oil imports over the next six months.

Mexico tourist zone sees 1st hurricane in Pacific

Ominous grey skies and blowing sand cleared beaches in the popular destinations of Puerto Escondido, Puerto Angel and Huatulco.

Monkeypox won't turn into a pandemic, WHO expert believes

Monkeypox is known to spread when there is close physical contact with an infected person, their clothing or bedsheets.