Carnival Glory cruise ship passenger vanishes, Coast Guard searching Gulf of Mexico

The U.S. Coast Guard is searching for a passenger who went missing while traveling aboard the Carnival Glory cruise ship sailing in the Gulf of Mexico, officials said Tuesday.

Is Hamas hiding in Gaza's main hospital? Israel's claim is now the focus in a stalemate

Israel alleges, without providing visual evidence, that Hamas uses the facility for military purposes and has built a vast underground command center below the hospital.

King Charles turns 75 with full schedule in showing of monarchy's relevance

King Charles III is marking his 75th birthday Tuesday by highlighting causes close to his heart, a day that’s been typical of his first 14 months on the throne.

Large crack in Iceland slices through Grindavik roads as volcanic eruption chances remain high

Large cracks in Iceland are beginning to appear, some seen with steam coming out of them, as hundreds of small earthquakes have shaken the area amid the threat of a likely dangerous volcanic eruption.

Medics and patients, including babies, stranded as battles rage around Gaza hospitals

Health officials say battles between Israel and Hamas around hospitals forced thousands of Palestinians to flee from some of the last perceived safe places in northern Gaza.

Iceland volcanic eruption could wreak havoc on international air travel

As volcanic and seismic activity continues to rattle southwestern Iceland with thousands of small earthquakes, scientists remain on alert, still declaring that there is a "significant likelihood" of volcanic eruption in the coming days.

Lion captured after escaping from circus near Rome, Italy

Videos posted on social media appeared to show the lion, named Kimba, roaming the residential streets of the seaside town Ladispoli.

Diwali record set as millions of Indians celebrate amid air pollution worries

A “hazardous” 400-500 air quality level was recorded last week, but unexpected rain and wind improved the air on Diwali. But levels are expected to soar again after the celebrations.

US military aircraft crash over the Mediterranean killed 5 crew members

Five U.S. servicepeople were killed when a military aircraft crashed over the eastern Mediterranean Sea during a training mission, U.S. European Command said Sunday.

Iceland clears town, issues aviation warning amid possible volcanic eruption

Residents of a fishing town in southwestern Iceland left their homes Saturday after increasing concern about a potential volcanic eruption caused civil defense authorities to declare a state of emergency in the region.

Australian man says he survived crocodile attack by biting back

An Australian farmer was attacked last month by a saltwater crocodile in the country's Northern Territory and dragged nearly 10 feet.

Rare Titanic first-class menu from ill-fated voyage heads to auction

This historic menu, which dates back to the ill-fated ship's voyage from Queenstown to New York, features dishes like spring lamb and "squab à la godard."

DC's giant pandas depart National Zoo for China

D.C.'s giant pandas have departed the Smithsonian's National Zoo and now on their journey to China. The zoo announced the departure early Wednesday morning.