Thursday, January 01, 2026 7:32 AM ET
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Dozens feared dead as fire hits New Year's revelers in Swiss Alps bar -- Police in Switzerland say a fire at a bar in the Crans-Montana ski resort area is believed to have left "several tens of people" dead and dozens more injured.2 hours ago
France defends granting George Clooney and his family French citizenship -- George Clooney and his wife, Amal Clooney, were granted French citizenship because "they contribute, through their distinguished actions, to France's international influence and cultural outreach," the French government said.7 hours ago
British boxer Anthony Joshua released from hospital after crash in Nigeria -- The two-time former heavyweight champion and Olympic gold medalist was involved in a fatal road crash near Lagos on Monday.11 hours ago
Alleged drug smugglers jumped overboard in recent boat strikes, U.S. military says -- Three people were killed Tuesday when the first boat was hit, while individuals in two other boats jumped overboard, according to U.S. Southern Command.10 hours ago
U.S. sanctions 4 firms, oil tankers with ties to Venezuela -- The latest wave of sanctions targets oil traders and vessels that are helping prop up President Nicolas Maduro's regime, the Treasury Department said.15 hours ago
New Year's celebrations welcome 2026 around the world. See the photos. -- New Zealand and Australia were among the first to welcome 2026, but in Sydney and some other cities, the festivities are tinged by grief.10 hours ago
Women Japanese lawmakers point to unique shortage - toilets for them -- Nearly 60 women lawmakers in Japan, including the prime minister, have submitted a petition calling for more toilets in the parliament building to match their improved representation. -- Dec 31, 202514 minutes ago
Iran cracks down, detaining protesters after several days of unrest -- As the U.S. and Israel back Iranians' right to protest against their leaders, authorities in Tehran detain students and declare a sudden holiday.22 hours ago
1 killed, dozens injured in head-on train collision near Peru's Machu Picchu -- The head-on collision occurred between two trains on the line that services the historic Peruvian site Machu Picchu. -- Dec 30, 202510 hours ago
Spanish woman known for botched fresco restoration dies at 94 -- Cecilia Gimenez's botched restoration of a century-old painting of Jesus Christ captured global headlines more than a decade ago. -- Dec 30, 202512 hours ago
Cable car accident leaves 4 hurt, 100 stranded on mountain for hours -- Four people were injured and around 100 stranded visitors had to be rescued by helicopter after a cable car accident in northern Italy, officials said. -- Dec 30, 202512 hours ago
No sign of "broader terrorist cell" behind Bondi Beach attack, police say -- Australian police say there's no evidence the Sydney father and son suspects in the attack on a Jewish holiday event got training or instruction in the Philippines. -- Dec 30, 202512 hours ago
Police compare Germany bank vault robbery to an "Ocean's Eleven" heist -- Thieves apparently spent much of the weekend plundering deposit boxes inside a German bank vault after tunneling through from a parking garage. -- Dec 30, 202512 hours ago
U.S. and Iran trade threats as tension soars 7 months after U.S. strikes -- After meeting with Israel's Netanyahu, Trump said he'd heard Iran is trying to rebuild its nuclear program, "and if they are, we're going to have to knock them down." -- Dec 30, 202512 hours ago
Search for MH370 resumes in Indian Ocean 12 years after plane vanished -- U.S.-British firm Ocean Infinity intends to scour almost 6,000 square miles of seafloor for the missing Malaysia Airlines Boeing 777. -- Dec 30, 202512 hours ago
Economic oasis emerges in the Arizona desert -- Arizona is fast becoming a major hub for computer chip production thanks to what's being called the largest foreign direct investment in U.S. history. Kris Van Cleave takes us to a sprawling campus in Phoenix that is providing thousands of jobs while reducing America's reliance on overseas products.35 minutes ago
Fallout grows over freezing of child care funds -- After the Trump administration paused federal assistance to child care centers in Minnesota, parents are now wondering if their kids' day care is in jeopardy, as the government investigates fraud claims. Jonah Kaplan has been following this developing story.35 minutes ago
Some states ban junk food from SNAP benefits -- In 2026, several states are set to prohibit individuals from purchasing certain junk food items using their federal benefits. Meg Oliver has the details.11 hours ago
Epstein survivors decry delay in releasing files -- There may be millions of documents the Justice Department still needs to release from the case against convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. By law, those files were required to be made public nearly two weeks ago. Scott MacFarlane has the latest.11 hours ago