Couple killed by Hezbollah rocket fire in northern Israel
They were the first civilians killed by Hezbollah since the conflict with Israel escalated two weeks ago.
Tornadoes, floods as Hurricane Milton carves path of destruction in Florida
Heavy rains to continue as storm weakens, after fierce winds that leave close to 3 million people without power.
Why is Russia bombing ships carrying Ukrainian grain?
Three ships carrying Ukrainian grain have been hit by Russian missiles, signalling a shift in Moscow's strategy.
Can India’s version of The Onion beat hate with laughter?
Kerala-based humanities student, who prefers to remain anonymous, runs The Savala Vada, a satirical Instagram handle.
Taiwan’s President Lai says will ‘resist annexation or encroachment’
In his first National Day speech, new president stresses 'thriving' democracy of island claimed by Beijing.
Sean 'Diddy' Combs appeals recent bail ruling in 3rd attempt for release
Rapper Sean "Diddy" Combs is making another appeal to be released from a New York jail after previous denials awaiting trial facing multiple allegations,.
After Helene and before Milton's landfall, agencies warn about scams, price gouging
With another major hurricane poised to make landfall in Florida Wednesday, several federal agencies are warning consumers to be wary of potential scams.
Chase Brown among 4 must-start Week 6 fantasy football running backs
Chase Brown is among UPI senior sports writer Alex Butler's four must-start fantasy football running backs for Week 6.
Photos: Millions in Florida flee Hurricane Milton as wind gusts to 120 mph
Hurricane Milton moved in Wednesday evening, bringing winds, waves and surges.
Hold my beer can: Museum says a worker thought unique art installation was trash
A Netherlands museum confirms staff recovered French artist Alexandre Lavet's realistic beer-can art pieces after they were mistaken for trash and thrown out.
Column: Trump's storm recovery lies aren't just a political disaster. They're dangerous
When the effort to boost one's polling numbers involves suppressing lifesaving information, it's clear that American politics have hit a cynical apex.
BBC apologises for weather app 'glitch' – as 'hurricane force' winds and temperatures 'over 400C' forecast
The BBC has apologised to users after its weather app mistakenly showed forecasts for "hurricane force" winds near London and temperatures over 400C in Nottingham.
Wildlife numbers plummet 73 percent over past half-century, report finds
World Wildlife Fund says species like pink river dolphins of the Amazon, forest elephants in Gabon are in sharp decline.
Heavy winds and flooding as Hurricane Milton makes landfall in US
Videos from Florida show Hurricane Milton making landfall with winds of more than 200 kilometres per hour.