Major power outage in Spain and Portugal
A blackout brought much of Spain and Portugal to a standstill Monday, halting subway and railway trains, cutting phone service and shutting down traffic lights and ATMs for millions of people across the Iberian Peninsula. Spanish power distributor Red El?ctrica said that restoring power fully to the country and neighboring Portugal could take 6-10 hours. By mid-afternoon, voltage was progressively being restored in the north, south and west of the peninsula, the company said. The company declined to speculate on the causes of the huge blackout. The Portuguese National Cybersecurity Center issued a statement saying there was no sign the outage was due to a cyberattack. | Raw & unfiltered. Watch non-stop stream of breaking news, live events and stories across the nation.
A blackout brought much of Spain and Portugal to a standstill Monday, halting subway and railway trains, cutting phone service and shutting down traffic lights and ATMs for millions of people across the Iberian Peninsula. Spanish power distributor Red El?ctrica said that restoring power fully to the country and neighboring Portugal could take 6-10 hours. By mid-afternoon, voltage was progressively being restored in the north, south and west of the peninsula, the company said. The company declined to speculate on the causes of the huge blackout. The Portuguese National Cybersecurity Center issued a statement saying there was no sign the outage was due to a cyberattack. | Raw & unfiltered. Watch non-stop stream of breaking news, live events and stories across the nation.
Putin declares ceasefire in Ukraine for May 10
Russia?s President Vladimir Putin on Monday declared a three-day ceasefire in Ukraine on May 8-10 to mark the World War II Victory Day, as U.S. President Donald Trump?s administration decides whether a deal to end the more than three-year war is within reach. The Kremlin said that the truce will start at 0000 on May 8 (2100 GMT May 7) and last through the end of May 10, adding that Putin ordered the full cessation of hostilities on ?humanitarian grounds? to mark the May 9 holiday celebrating the defeat of Nazi Germany.
Russia?s President Vladimir Putin on Monday declared a three-day ceasefire in Ukraine on May 8-10 to mark the World War II Victory Day, as U.S. President Donald Trump?s administration decides whether a deal to end the more than three-year war is within reach. The Kremlin said that the truce will start at 0000 on May 8 (2100 GMT May 7) and last through the end of May 10, adding that Putin ordered the full cessation of hostilities on ?humanitarian grounds? to mark the May 9 holiday celebrating the defeat of Nazi Germany.
Date set for conclave to elect next pope, Vatican says: What to know
Catholic cardinals have set a date for the conclave to elect Pope Francis' successor.
Catholic cardinals have set a date for the conclave to elect Pope Francis' successor.
At least 11 dead after driver plows into Filipino festival crowd in Vancouver
At least 11 people were killed and several others injured when a man drove into a crowd at the Lapu Lapu Day festival in Vancouver, Canada.
At least 11 people were killed and several others injured when a man drove into a crowd at the Lapu Lapu Day festival in Vancouver, Canada.
Suspect arrested after 11 killed in Vancouver attack
Police have arrested a suspect in connection to this weekend's Vancouver street festival attack, officials said during a Sunday press conference. At least 11 people aged between 5 and 65 years old were killed, and dozens more were injured when a man drove an SUV through a crowd at a Filipino community festival in Vancouver, British Columbia. Police said that the suspect is 'known' to them for mental health issues, and has had a "significant history" of interactions with authorities. Police said there is no evidence of terrorism. Vancouver Interim Chief Constable Steve Rai told reporters the attack marked "the darkest day in our city's history." Former FBI agent Scott Duffey joins LiveNOW's Andy Mac to discuss the latest on the attack in Canada.
Police have arrested a suspect in connection to this weekend's Vancouver street festival attack, officials said during a Sunday press conference. At least 11 people aged between 5 and 65 years old were killed, and dozens more were injured when a man drove an SUV through a crowd at a Filipino community festival in Vancouver, British Columbia. Police said that the suspect is 'known' to them for mental health issues, and has had a "significant history" of interactions with authorities. Police said there is no evidence of terrorism. Vancouver Interim Chief Constable Steve Rai told reporters the attack marked "the darkest day in our city's history." Former FBI agent Scott Duffey joins LiveNOW's Andy Mac to discuss the latest on the attack in Canada.
Trump had "beautiful meeting" with Zelenskyy
President Trump took questions from reporters Sunday before boarding Air Force 1 in New Jersey. During his remarks, he addressed his face-to-face meeting with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy in Vatican City following the funeral for Pope Francis. Trump said the conversation about Russia-Ukraine peace talks was a "beautiful meeting."
President Trump took questions from reporters Sunday before boarding Air Force 1 in New Jersey. During his remarks, he addressed his face-to-face meeting with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy in Vatican City following the funeral for Pope Francis. Trump said the conversation about Russia-Ukraine peace talks was a "beautiful meeting."
Terrorism ruled out after Vancouver festival attack
At least 11 people were killed after a man drove into a crowd at a Filipino heritage festival in Vancouver, Canada.
At least 11 people were killed after a man drove into a crowd at a Filipino heritage festival in Vancouver, Canada.
B.C. premier urges unity after festival tragedy
British Columbia Premier David Eby said Canadians won?t let the tragedy define the celebration. He urged people to channel their rage into helping those affected. ?I don?t think there is a British Columbian that hasn?t been touched in some way by the Filipino community,? he said. ?You can?t go to a place that delivers and not meet a member of that community in the long-term care home or hospitals, childcare or schools. This is a community that gives and gives and yesterday was a celebration of their culture.?
British Columbia Premier David Eby said Canadians won?t let the tragedy define the celebration. He urged people to channel their rage into helping those affected. ?I don?t think there is a British Columbian that hasn?t been touched in some way by the Filipino community,? he said. ?You can?t go to a place that delivers and not meet a member of that community in the long-term care home or hospitals, childcare or schools. This is a community that gives and gives and yesterday was a celebration of their culture.?
Next steps after Trump and Zelenskyy meet
President Trump announced skepticism about whether Ukraine and Russia would be able to come to a ceasefire agreement, after meeting with Ukrainian President Zelenskyy in Rome. The two leaders met for 15 minutes ahead of attending Pope Francis' funeral. LiveNOW from FOX host Stephanie Coueignoux spoke with former State Dept. official David Tafuri about what the next steps could be.
President Trump announced skepticism about whether Ukraine and Russia would be able to come to a ceasefire agreement, after meeting with Ukrainian President Zelenskyy in Rome. The two leaders met for 15 minutes ahead of attending Pope Francis' funeral. LiveNOW from FOX host Stephanie Coueignoux spoke with former State Dept. official David Tafuri about what the next steps could be.
Russia launches deadly drone attack against Ukraine
Russia launched a sweeping drone assault and airstrikes across Ukraine early Sunday, killing at least four people, officials said, after U.S. President Donald Trump cast doubt over Russian President Vladimir Putin?s willingness to end the war.
Russia launched a sweeping drone assault and airstrikes across Ukraine early Sunday, killing at least four people, officials said, after U.S. President Donald Trump cast doubt over Russian President Vladimir Putin?s willingness to end the war.
IDF orders evacuation of Beirut ahead of airstrike
The IDF has issued an evacuation alert for a building and its surrounding area in Beirut's southern suburbs, claiming that a Hezbollah asset is located within the building, ahead of an airstrike in the Lebanese capital.
The IDF has issued an evacuation alert for a building and its surrounding area in Beirut's southern suburbs, claiming that a Hezbollah asset is located within the building, ahead of an airstrike in the Lebanese capital.
Canadian PM Carney addresses Vancouver car attack
Canadian Prime Minister Carney speaks out after a vehicle rammed into a crowd at a Vancouver street festival, leaving 9 dead and 20+ injured. In his remarks, Carney offered condolences to the victims? families, praised first responders, and vowed a full investigation into the attack.
Canadian Prime Minister Carney speaks out after a vehicle rammed into a crowd at a Vancouver street festival, leaving 9 dead and 20+ injured. In his remarks, Carney offered condolences to the victims? families, praised first responders, and vowed a full investigation into the attack.
9 dead after vehicle rams Filipino festival in Canada
A man drove a vehicle into a crowd at a Filipino heritage festival in the Canadian city of Vancouver, killing at least nine people and injuring an unknown number of others, police said Sunday. The vehicle entered the street at 8:14 p.m. on Saturday and struck people attending the Lapu Lapu Day festival, the Vancouver Police Department said in a social media post.
A man drove a vehicle into a crowd at a Filipino heritage festival in the Canadian city of Vancouver, killing at least nine people and injuring an unknown number of others, police said Sunday. The vehicle entered the street at 8:14 p.m. on Saturday and struck people attending the Lapu Lapu Day festival, the Vancouver Police Department said in a social media post.
Watch: Diver captures sweet moment as octopus hugs camera
A diver in Australia captured a heartwarming moment when a Maori octopus hugged her camera near a pier in Rye, Victoria.
A diver in Australia captured a heartwarming moment when a Maori octopus hugged her camera near a pier in Rye, Victoria.
When does conclave start? What to know about choosing the next pope
After a period of mourning, cardinals will gather to elect the next pope in the centuries-old ritual known as the conclave. Here’s what we know about its beginnings.
After a period of mourning, cardinals will gather to elect the next pope in the centuries-old ritual known as the conclave. Here’s what we know about its beginnings.
Pope Francis remembered with massive, historic funeral
The funeral for Pope Francis is getting underway soon in Vatican City. The 88-year-old pontiff was known for charming the world with his humble style and concern for the poor.
The funeral for Pope Francis is getting underway soon in Vatican City. The 88-year-old pontiff was known for charming the world with his humble style and concern for the poor.
Pope Francis funeral homily: Watch and read full transcript
Pope Francis was remembered as a “pope among the people" in his funeral Mass Saturday, eulogized by Cardinal Giovanni Battista Re.
Pope Francis was remembered as a “pope among the people" in his funeral Mass Saturday, eulogized by Cardinal Giovanni Battista Re.
Pope Francis funeral homily: 'Pope among the people'
Cardinal Giovanni Battista Re eulogized Pope Francis on Saturday as a pope of the people, a paster who knew how to communicate to the ?least among us? with an informal, spontaneous style. Re called Francis ?a pope among the people, with an open heart towards everyone.?
Cardinal Giovanni Battista Re eulogized Pope Francis on Saturday as a pope of the people, a paster who knew how to communicate to the ?least among us? with an informal, spontaneous style. Re called Francis ?a pope among the people, with an open heart towards everyone.?
Pope Francis' funeral: How to watch
Pope Francis’ funeral is set for Saturday in St. Peter’s Square. The former pontiff is to be celebrated by His Most Reverend Eminence Cardinal Giovanni Battista Re, dean of the College of Cardinals.
Pope Francis’ funeral is set for Saturday in St. Peter’s Square. The former pontiff is to be celebrated by His Most Reverend Eminence Cardinal Giovanni Battista Re, dean of the College of Cardinals.
Virginia Giuffre, woman who accused Prince Andrew, Jeffrey Epstein of sexual abuse, has died
Virginia Giuffre, who accused Britain’s Prince Andrew and other influential men of sexually exploiting her as a teenager trafficked by financier Jeffrey Epstein, has died.
Virginia Giuffre, who accused Britain’s Prince Andrew and other influential men of sexually exploiting her as a teenager trafficked by financier Jeffrey Epstein, has died.