American diplomat killed in Myanmar, Thai woman arrested

An American diplomat assigned to the U.S. Embassy in Yangon, the biggest city in Myanmar, was found dead with police investigating the death as a possible homicide.

Trump cancels airstrikes, says deal with Iran has been approved

In a post on Truth Social, President Trump called off the bombing he planned for Iran this evening, saying discussions with Iran have been approved.

Fire destroys mini-zoo, killing all animals inside

A fire swept through The Jungle Box, a mini-zoo and children's play center in England, killing all of the animals inside, officials said.

How China-linked operatives used ChatGPT to sway Americans on 2 issues, OpenAI details

ChatGPT’s parent company, OpenAI, is accusing a Chinese technology company of leveraging its signature platform to manipulate the opinions of people who live in the United States.

Iran latest: US-Iran tensions escalate after retaliatory strikes
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The U.S. launched retaliatory attacks on Iranian targets early Thursday morning in response to the downing of an Apache helicopter.

Iran latest: US retaliatory strikes on Iran end, CENTCOM details attacks

President Trump posted to social media that the military confirmed to him that an Apache helicopter that crashed near the Strait of Hormuz was shot down by Iranian forces, promises a response.

US forces launch 'self-defense' strikes on Iran
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We are now learning that the United States military has reportedly begun strikes against Iran following the crash of a U.S. Army Apache helicopter off the coast of Oman. U.S. Central Command said in a social media post that the strikes would be "a proportional response to unjustified Iranian aggression." This comes as President Donald Trump previously vowed that the United States would respond to the downing of the helicopter. 

Iran latest: Trump demands Israel and Iran to stop 'shooting' immediately

Tensions between Iran and Israel erupted over the weekend. After Iran launched a missile attack that was the first such bombardment since the ceasefire began, Israel responded with airstrikes of its own. 

Israel launches airstrikes after Iranian missile attacks

Sirens sounded across multiple parts of Israel late Sunday night warning residents about missiles that the nation’s military reports were launched in Iran.

Huge 7.8 earthquake strikes off the coast of the Philippines

The southern Philippines was rocked Monday morning by a massive 7.8 magnitude earthquake that also triggered concerns about a possible tsunami in the region. 

Israel reports Iran attack amid fragile ceasefire
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We are learning more this weekend as Israel says that Iran has launched an attack, which is being described as the first such bombardment since a fragile ceasefire took effect in early April. This comes as President Donald Trump works on mediation efforts in the region and an end to ongoing conflict. According to The Associated Press, Iran's state broadcaster confirmed the missile launches and cited the armed forces as saying that "if Israel responds to Iranian attacks or does not stop its attacks on Lebanon, Iranian attacks will continue." 

Hegseth appears to use D-Day speech to talk about immigration

In a speech marking the anniversary of D-Day, U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth appeared to use the occasion to draw a parallel between the Allied liberation of Europe during World War II and immigration by sea.

Sherpa left behind on Everest survives 6 days with no food, oxygen

A sherpa left behind in the closing rush of Mt. Everest’s climbing season was found alive this week, dragging himself down the world’s tallest mountain after six days with no food or oxygen.

Shark attack surge: 3 dead in Australia in under a month

A deadly shark attack off the Australian coast on Saturday was the third one within the past month, according to police.

Israel and Lebanon agree to renew ceasefire deal
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We are learning more this week as Israel and Lebanon revealed that they would extend a ceasefire agreement, with the latter creating new security zones where Hezbollah operatives would be banned. Reports say the deal came after the latest round of U.S.-mediated talks hosted by the State Department. LiveNOW’s Alexandra Goldberg is speaking with retired Marine Corps intelligence officer and strategic risk assessment professional Hal Kempfer as the new agreement would create zones in Lebanon where Hezbollah would be banned. 

Iran latest: Hezbollah rejects latest ceasefire agreement between Israel and Lebanon

Hezbollah has rejected a recent ceasefire agreement reached between the Israeli and Lebanese governments. An agreement was initially reached on Wednesday to extend their fragile ceasefire, an agreement that added provisions for "pilot" security zones in Lebanon where Hezbollah militants will not be allowed to operate.

Israel, Lebanon's ceasefire renewed with new "pilot" security zones

Israel and Lebanon revealed Wednesday that they would extend a ceasefire agreement, with the latter creating new security zones where Hezbollah operatives would be banned.