U.S. missionary who was kidnapped in Niger is released
Kevin Rideout "is in good health in the care of US officials," SIM International said in a statement, adding he would soon be reunited with his family.
Feds probe 'mention markets.' And, lawmakers call for investigation into USS Lincoln
Federal regulators are reviewing 'mention markets' that allow wagers on what public figures will say. And, Democratic lawmakers call for an investigation into conditions on the long-deployed USS Lincoln.
From Europe to Asia, floods to heatwaves, world experiences weather shocks
At least eight people died in Japan as heavy rains flooded roads and disrupted traffic while firefighters from Britain to France and Croatia struggled to contain blazes in Europe's fifth heatwave this summer
Fill in the blank on this week's quiz: Rep. AOC is documenting ____ on Instagram
Plus, which beloved animal crossed the rainbow bridge, and what bit of papal paraphernalia did Chicago baseball fans get this week?
ICE uses controversial program to boost deportations. Here's how it works in 1 county
Details on how ICE cooperation agreements work in practice have been hard to come by. NPR took a close look at how sheriff's deputies in Walton County, Fla., approach immigration-related arrests.
At Big Bend National Park, bulldozers begin clearing pristine desert land for border barrier work
A coalition of landowners, outdoor enthusiasts and business owners that say any work in Big Bend National Park would forever change the place often called "Texas' gift to the nation."
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Lawmakers and families raise concerns about conditions aboard USS Lincoln, as the U.S.-Iran war drags on, Iranians seek a break from the conflict, Russian-held Crimea faces Ukrainian drone campaign.
2 workers share how helping kids at a community center has changed their lives
Workers at a Louisiana community center talk about how helping children has enriched their lives.
New aircraft carrier heads toward Mideast after reports of issues on long-deployed USS Lincoln
The Pacific-based aircraft carrier USS George Washington has begun heading toward the Middle East as reports have emerged of mental health and supply issues aboard the long-deployed USS Abraham Lincoln.
Judge dismisses Trump administration lawsuit alleging antisemitism at Harvard University
The decision from U.S. District Judge Richard G. Stearns said that President Donald Trump's administration failed to prove an ongoing violation of federal civil rights laws.
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Video shows scale of devastation in Stourbridge
Multiple fires tore through the West Midlands on Thursday, with firefighters still working to control the blazes.
Farage faces renewed watchdog probe after Clacton by-election victory
The investigation into a £5m gift received by Farage reopens, as he returns as the MP for Clacton.
Farage's by-election victory won't stop questions about finances
Nigel Farage triggered the Clacton by-election and the result was predictable - so what did he achieve?
Eurovision proposes new rules to reduce political voting
Organisers reportedly say politically motivated voting is "persistent" and is seen as "deeply worrying".
The Office's Lucy Davis 'overwhelmed' by kindness after cancer diagnosis
The Office actress thanks well-wishers for their support after she revealed she had incurable cancer.
Mother jailed for killing baby by burning her with a hairdryer
Courtney Gartshore, 28, used the appliance to subject three-month-old Dahlia-Rose to "significant and sustained heat" on her head and body.
Stolen Matisse artworks recovered by police in Brazil
A man is arrested after eight works by the French artist are found at a home in greater São Paulo.
Watch: What happens if Luigi Mangione pleads guilty?
Mangione is accused of killing UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson in New York - but any plea deal in his federal case could impact a separate state trial.
'Unprecedented' rain in Japan kills eight people
The storm cut power to more than 20,000 households and left 7,000 people stranded at Tokyo's Narita airport.
BBC Verify speaks to woman who filmed ICE agent pointing gun at her
BBC Verify has examined footage shared by a Virginia woman in which an ICE agent points his gun at her.
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Less than a year on, Microsoft tells Mico to pipe down
Copilot's gurning blob is leaving Voice for a new career in education
TalkTalk Business and ARO to borg into UK tech services giant
70,000 customers will join the collective, whose name and leader remain unknown