WSJ reporter Evan Gershkovich released by Russia in prisoner swap; Paul Whelan also being freed
"Their brutal ordeal is over, and they are free," President Biden said at the White House, flanked by family members of the freed prisoners.
Titanic submersible implosion: Coast Guard holding September hearing
The Coast Guard will hold a long-awaited public hearing about the deadly Titanic submersible disaster as it continues its investigation into the vessel's implosion.
North Korean officials seek medicines for leader’s obesity-related health issues, South Korea says
South Korea's spy agency said North Korean leader Kim Jong Un has regained weight and has obesity-related health problems including high blood pressure and diabetes.
'Queen of the South': Arizona drug trafficking suspect back in U.S., federal officials say
An Arizona woman who called herself 'Queen of the South' online is back in the U.S. to face various drug trafficking and money laundering charges, according to the U.S. Attorney's Office.
Arson attacks paralyze French high-speed rail network hours before start of Olympics
France's high-speed rail network was hit with widespread and “criminal" acts of vandalism including arson attacks hours before the opening ceremony of the Olympics.
Mom of 2 and contract worker faces foreclosure due to alleged missed payments from Vinivia
A mom of two says she was in danger of foreclosure after Vinivia, the company where she was a contract worker, allegedly missed payment deadlines.
Pilot sole survivor after plane crashes near Nepal airport, claiming 18 lives
A Saurya Airlines flight crashed shortly after taking off from Kathmandu, Nepal, on Wednesday, resulting in the deaths of 18 out of 19 people on board.
Tequila factory explosion kills at least 6 in Mexico
An explosion at the Jose Cuervo tequila factory in Mexico has resulted in at least six deaths and two injuries.
Iran advances in nuclear bomb development, U.S. officials warn
U.S. officials have raised alarms as Iran makes significant strides in developing key components for a nuclear bomb. Secretary of State Antony Blinken and National Security Adviser Jake Sullivan emphasized the urgency of the situation, noting Iran's accelerated progress since April and the potential global security risks.
WSJ reporter Evan Gershkovich sentenced to 16 years in Russian prison
Wall Street Journal reporter Evan Gershkovich has been sentenced to 16 years in prison in Russia for espionage charges. Here's what to know.
Rare video shows uncontacted Mashco Piro tribe in Amazon rainforest
Members of the uncontacted Mashco Piro tribe were recently seen on a riverbank in a remote part of the Peruvian Amazon rainforest.
Kate Middleton makes appearance at Wimbledon
Kate, the Princess of Wales, was at Wimbledon in a rare public appearance since revealing she has cancer.
Woman adrift at sea rescued after 37 hours, found 50 miles away
The woman was floating on an inflatable ring when she was swept away, officials said.
Man stopped at customs with 100 live snakes down his pants
A man was caught by customs trying to smuggle more than 100 live snakes in his pants.
Shark Watch: American on Bahamas vacation yanks shark's mouth open and 'arm just flies out'
No one on the boat knew Tiffany Johnson from North Carolina was wrestling with death.
Who is Larry the Cat? Meet the 'chief mouser'
Larry the Cat – the “chief mouser” of Downing Street – isn’t going anywhere. Or at least he’d better not be.
Saudi Arabia and 9/11: New video revives questions about kingdom’s involvement
A video uncovered in a recent CBS report is reviving questions about the Saudi Arabian government’s alleged role in helping plan the Sept. 11 terrorist attacks.
Hurricane Beryl, now a Category 5 storm, tears through Caribbean islands
Hurricane Beryl has strengthened, becoming the first Category 5 storm of the season.
World’s oldest wine discovered in ancient Roman burial site in Spain
The tomb's conditions, safe from natural elements, allowed the wine to be preserved for 2,000 years.
Ancient treasure among 1,650-year-old objects unearthed in Israel
Archaeologists in Israel recently made a "dramatic" discovery that provides invaluable historical knowledge about Jewish life in the ancient Roman era of Israel, officials said.