Americans warned against travel plans as terrorism threatens popular destination

The State Department's Level 3 advisory warns of terrorism and unrest in Israel, with some areas near Gaza carrying a Level 4 "Do Not Travel" warning.

US forces launch first attack on Iran in a month

The U.S. military launched its first attack on Iranian forces in a month to prevent them from placing mines in the Strait of Hormuz, a U.S. official told The Associated Press.

US-Mexico trade negotiations hung up by cheese name dispute

The U.S. argues that names like parmesan and feta are generic, while the European Union says they should only be labeled as such if they're from certain parts of Italy or Greece.

Trump-shaped ecstasy spurs red alert: ‘Absolutely do not use these pills’

Ecstasy pills designed to look like U.S. President Donald Trump spurred a “Red Alert" warning from a Dutch drug addiction and mental health institute that is worried the drug could be deadly.

Milo Yiannopoulos deported to UK after ICE arrest at New Orleans airport

British far-right commentator Milo Yiannopoulos was deported to the United Kingdom after U.S. immigration authorities accused him of overstaying his visa.

US lifts travel ban for Mexicali after potential security threat

U.S. officials temporarily suspended government activities and travel to Mexicali earlier this week over a potential security threat.

How to help survivors after catastrophic floods in Nepal and Tibet

Humanitarian groups are mobilizing to help survivors after catastrophic flooding near the Nepal-China border left hundreds dead or missing, including Americans.

Canada not a US subsidiary, Carney says; Trump posts ‘fall in line’

The trade war between the United States and Canada became a war of words on Monday. Prime Minister Mark Carney accused Washington of trying to subordinate his nation, while President Donald Trump threatened worse consequences if Canada does not "fall in line."

Judge quashes Trump administration pause on visa processing for 75 countries

A federal judge ruled the State Department’s order pausing visa applications from 75 countries violated Congressional requirements and intent.

Prince Harry, Elton John and others ordered to pay $13M to Daily Mail after losing privacy case

Prince Harry and six others, including Elton John, have been ordered to pay an initial 9.5 million pounds ($13 million) to Britain’s Daily Mail newspaper following their failed invasion of privacy case.

"Very aggressive" donkey jumps into van, injuring 3 people

A "very aggressive" donkey on the loose jumped into a van, kicking and biting two motorists and a woman who intervened to try and help.

Trump teases potential Kim Jong Un meeting later this year

Kim Yo Jong said the leaders' relationship 'remains excellent' but called US policies toward Pyongyang hostile.

Pentagon threatens funding for 30 universities over ties to China

The Pentagon has ordered 30 universities to audit their partnerships with institutions—primarily in China—or face a total loss of federal funding.

Americans among those killed in Kenya safari tour helicopter crash, State Department says

Americans were among those killed Wednesday when a helicopter carrying tourists on a safari crashed in a remote area of northern Kenya, according to U.S. and Kenyan officials.

US pauses 50% tariffs on Canadian imports after last-minute deal

The proposed tariffs, which would have gone into effect at 12:01 a.m. on Wednesday, would have covered around 5% of the goods Canada ships to the U.S. each year.

Man busted after customs uncovers bizarre cargo hidden inside 22 pairs of socks

A man was arrested at a Tokyo airport after authorities discovered about 200 lizards stuffed inside 22 pairs of socks in his suitcase, according to reports.

American tourist killed by lightning while hiking Sicily's Mount Etna

An American tourist was killed after being struck by lightning while hiking Sicily's Mount Etna, Europe's largest volcano, which was recently active, Italian firefighters said Monday.