Families sue TikTok in France over teen suicides they say are linked to harmful content
Seven families are suing TikTok in France, accusing the platform of failing to moderate harmful content and exposing children to life-threatening material.
Paul McCartney says he fears AI will rip off artists
Paul McCartney urged the British government not to make a change to copyright laws that he says could let artificial intelligence companies rip off artists.
New travel requirements for UK & EU
If you’re planning a trip to Europe, there are new requirements for travelers. In today’s consumer watch, Jenn Sullivan explains what you need to know before your flight
Trump says he will change the name of the Gulf of Mexico to 'Gulf of America.' Can he do that?
President Donald Trump says that he will change the name of the Gulf of Mexico to the “Gulf of America.” His intention to rename the body of water was made in his inaugural address, but he had initially brought it up earlier this month during a news conference.
Donald Trump returns to power after unprecedented comeback, emboldened to reshape American institutions
Donald Trump was sworn in as the 47th president Monday, promising a “revolution of common sense” and taking charge as Republicans assume unified control of Washington and set out to reshape the country’s institutions.
First three hostages released amid Israel-Hamas ceasefire
The first three hostages released from Gaza are now in Israel amid a ceasefire with Hamas.
Supreme Court upholds the law banning TikTok
Supreme Court upholds the law banning TikTok beginning Sunday if it’s not sold by its Chinese parent company.
Nintendo's new Switch 2 console will come out in 2025
The Nintendo Switch 2, the successor to the Nintendo Switch system, will be released in 2025.
Netanyahu says 'last-minute crisis' with Hamas holding up ceasefire
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu says that a last-minute dispute with Hamas was holding up Israeli approval of a long-awaited ceasefire that would pause the fighting in the Gaza Strip and release dozens of hostages.
Pope Francis hurts his right arm after falling for the second time in just over a month
Pope Francis has fallen and hurt his right arm. It's the second time in a month that Francis has injured himself. The Vatican spokesman says the pope didn’t break his arm but that he's wearing a sling as a precaution.
NC man accused of trying to board a flight to join the Islamic State group
A Durham man was arrested after federal prosecutors say he tried to fly to Morocco to join the Islamic State group last month. Twenty-nine-year-old Alexander White is charged with providing, attempting, and conspiring to provide material support to a designated foreign terrorist organization.
Israel and Hamas agree to ceasefire deal
Mediators announced that Israel and Hamas agreed to a ceasefire deal, pausing a devastating 15-month war in the Gaza Strip and raising the possibility of winding down the the deadliest and most destructive fighting between the bitter enemies.
Britain's Princess of Wales says her cancer is in remission
The Princess of Wales said that her cancer is in remission Tuesday, following a visit to hospital where she received treatment earlier this year.
Tsunami advisory issued for Japan after strong earthquake
A strong earthquake measuring a preliminary magnitude of 6.9 has rattled southwestern Japan.
Bluefin tuna sells for whopping $1.3 million
A bluefin tuna about the size of a motorcycle has been sold for $1.3 million (207 million yen) at Japan’s most prestigious fish market
Canadian prime minister announces resignation
Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau announced his resignation in the face of rising discontent over his leadership, and after the abrupt departure of his finance minister signaled growing turmoil within his government.
What we know about a vehicle attack on pedestrians in New Orleans that killed at least 10
Authorities say a man driving a pickup truck sped through a crowd of pedestrians in New Orleans’ bustling French Quarter district early on New Year’s Day, killing at least 10 people and injuring more than 30.
New Zealand's Auckland is the first major city to welcome 2025 with fireworks and light show
Auckland was the first major city to welcome 2025, with thousands counting down to the new year and cheering at fireworks launched from New Zealand’s tallest structure, Sky Tower.
Argentine judge charges 5 people over death of former One Direction star Liam Payne
An Argentine judge has confirmed charges against five people in connection with the death of Liam Payne, a former member of musical group One Direction.
Heavy travel day off to a rough start after American Airlines briefly grounds all flights
American Airlines briefly grounded flights nationwide Tuesday due to a technical issue just as the Christmas travel season kicks into overdrive
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