WATCH: Zoo animals do their best to stay cool in Sydney during heatwave
Visitors at the zoo were able to see animals jumping in water and giraffes drinking from hoses.
The Latest: VP Pence claims IS ‘caliphate has crumbled’
Vice President Mike Pence is claiming that the Islamic State “caliphate has crumbled” and the militant network “has been defeated.”
Businesses cry out for Brexit clarity, warn of no-deal chaos
Business leaders in Britain and beyond warned on Wednesday of catastrophic job losses and chaos at ports if the country does not agree a European […]
Goldman dealmakers shine in Solomon’s maiden quarter
Goldman Sachs Group Inc turned in a better-than-expected profit during David Solomon’s first quarter at the helm, helped by dealmakers in the division the new […]
U.S. House, including Steve King, votes to condemn his racist statements
(Corrects name in paragraph 10 of this Jan. 15 story to Liz Cheney.)
Better later: FX options signal more pound strength on Brexit delay signs
Hard Brexit, soft Brexit, no Brexit – or maybe just later Brexit?
Goldman Sachs CEO apologizes for ex-banker’s role in 1MDB scandal
Goldman Sachs Chief Executive Officer David Solomon on Wednesday apologized to the Malaysian people for former banker Tim Leissner’s role in the sovereign wealth fund […]
World stocks rise; sterling up ahead of May vote
Major world stock indexes rose on Wednesday, with the S&P 500 supported by gains in U.S. bank stocks after strong earnings, while the pound edged […]
Oil falls, weighed by rising U.S. fuel stocks, crude output
Oil prices edged lower on Wednesday after data showed growing U.S. refined product inventories and record crude production, which could undermine global efforts to support […]
Newlywed unable to walk months after honeymoon food poisoning horror
A newlywed bride in the U.K. claims she and her new husband were just three days into their dream week-long Egyptian honeymoon when they began suffering […]
Carmaker JLR urges UK lawmakers to prevent a no-deal Brexit
Britain’s biggest carmaker Jaguar Land Rover (JLR) urged lawmakers to rule out the possibility that the country leaves the European Union without a deal, to […]
Airbus says ministers signal optimism Britain will avoid no-deal Brexit
The chief executive of European planemaker Airbus said on Wednesday British ministers had expressed a “certain degree of optimism” that Britain would not leave the […]
Pierce Brosnan bumps into Amanda Seyfried and Hugh Jackman in Switzerland, shares ‘hunky’ snap
“Mama Mia” star Amanda Seyfried reunited with her long lost onscreen”dad” Pierce Brosnan at Geneva Airport in Switzerland on Tuesday.
Jennifer Garner posts embarrassing photo of ripped underwear for 10 Year Challenge
Jennifer Garner continued her streak as one of the oddest celebrities on Instagram by using the viral 10 Year Challenge to poke fun at herself […]
US says China’s death sentence against Canadian political
The U.S. State Department says China’s death sentence against a Canadian man is “politically motivated.”
Iran state TV’s English channel says anchorwoman held in US
Marzieh Hashemi, born Melanie Franklin, was detained by the FBI.
UPDATE 3-Goldman dealmakers shine in Solomon’s maiden quarter
Goldman Sachs Group Inc turned in a better-than-expected profit during David Solomon’s first quarter at the helm, helped by dealmakers in the division the new […]
Nissan plans to file for damages against Ghosn: source
Nissan Motor Co Ltd plans to file a civil suit against ousted chairman Carlos Ghosn to claim damages resulting from the alleged misuse of company […]
The Latest: Aid group IDs British victim in Kenya attack
The Latest: Aid group identifies British victim in attack in Kenya’s capital
Lawyer in Cristiano Ronaldo rape case to meet woman who claims to be star’s ex-girlfriend
The attorney for the woman who has accused soccer superstar Cristiano Ronaldo of sexual assault will travel to London to meet with the former girlfriend […]
WRAPUP 2-Businesses cry out for Brexit clarity, warn of no-deal chaos
* Shares stable as fear of no-deal could focus minds (Adds comment from Ford)
GLOBAL MARKETS-World stocks rise; sterling up ahead of May vote
* Sterling firm against dollar (Updates with early U.S. markets activity, changes byline, dateline, previous LONDON)
World’s ‘loneliest’ frog, Romeo, finally has his Juliet
It appears that Romeo, the world’s loneliest frog, may have finally found love.
Pelosi asks Trump to reschedule annual speech amid U.S. government shutdown
U.S. House Speaker Nancy Pelosi asked President Donald Trump on Wednesday to reschedule his annual State of the Union speech before Congress because of partial […]
Brexit and no-confidence vote: Corbyn targets ‘zombie government’
Labour’s leader opens the no-confidence debate, after Theresa May’s Brexit deal defeat.
Reports: Blast near US-led coalition patrol in Syria
It wasn’t clear if the casualties include troops of the U.S.-led coalition.
William Barr emerges from confirmation hearing without a scratch, and might actually get Democratic votes, too
William Barr is almost certain to be confirmed as the next attorney general, and it seems likely that this Trump nominee might actually get some […]
Ayesha Curry offers to give Clemson Tigers a ‘real feast’ following White House fast-food dinner
Curry responded to a tweet from a fan who claimed he would rather eat her cooking over the food served at the White House.
Paul Massey and John Kinsella: Hitman guilty of two gangland gun murders
Mark Fellows shot dead “Mr Big” Paul Massey and mob “fixer” John Kinsella in a gang feud.
Shoreham air crash trial: Pilot Andy Hill ‘negligent’
Andy Hill’s “negligence” led him to crash, causing a “massive fireball” which killed 11, a jury hears.
As shutdown lingers, Pelosi urges Trump to reschedule State of the Union
U.S. House Speaker Nancy Pelosi on Wednesday asked President Donald Trump to reschedule the annual State of the Union address until the federal government fully […]
How Brexit could ruin your summer vacation
Is it smart to be booking a summer vacation in the UK or Europe with Brexit expected to cause chaos? Here’s how a no-deal Brexit […]
View photos of grand hotels where society’s luminaries have stayed — from a Cannes hotel where Princess Grace made a film to a US hotel […]
USDA recalls workers to help process farm loans, tax documents: statement
The U.S. Department of Agriculture will temporarily reopen its Farm Service Agency (FSA) offices starting on Thursday to help process farm loans and tax documents, […]
Woman dies after Carrutherstown stables horse fall
A horse racing trainer confirms the “untimely death” of the 22-year-old staff member in a “tragic accident”.
Two women caught twerking atop SUV on crowded interstate
“They could’ve been blown off…”
Doping: Russian bobsleigh chief Zubkov banned for two years – IBSF
Russian Bobsleigh Federation president Alexander Zubkov has been suspended from any activities related to the sport for two years for doping violations, the International Bobsleigh […]
Egg that beat out Kylie Jenner for most-liked Instagram photo recognized by the American Egg Board
An egg that dethroned reality show star Kylie Jenner for having the most “likes” on an Instagram photo has now been recognized by the American […]
How small businesses can cope with the government shutdown
Small businesses affected by the government shutdown have to cope with a drop in revenue or their inability to get the help and service they […]
Kenya hotel attack: Luke Potter named as Briton killed
British charity worker Luke Potter is among at least 14 people killed during a siege in Nairobi.
Texas man who joined ISIS wanted to ‘see what the group was about’
One American who was among five Islamic State fighters captured in eastern Syria earlier this month said Tuesday he had no regrets about teaming up […]
Pelosi suggests Trump delay State of the Union address
House Speaker Nancy Pelosi has suggested to President Donald Trump that the State of the Union address be delayed until the government reopens.
Risaan Udayakumar: Brother killed sister’s secret boyfriend
A 16-year-old who stabbed his sister’s secret boyfriend in the heart is found guilty of manslaughter.
Small business revenues fall as govt shutdown persists
Small companies across the country are losing business because of the government shutdown
Airbus spends $300 million on new Alabama plant for A220 jet
Airbus expanded its industrial presence in the United States on Wednesday, preparing to breaking ground on a new assembly plant for the A220, 18 months […]
Serious collision forces A90 closure in Perthshire
Three people are taken to hospital following a collision involving a lorry and another vehicle.
Syria war: ‘IS suicide bomber’ kills US troops in Manbij
Civilians also in the reported suicide bombing in the Kurdish-held northern town of Manbij.
Key West moves to ban sunscreens that could damage reefs
Officials in Key West took the initial steps toward banning the sale of sunscreens containing two ingredients that could be harmful to coral reefs
Leo Varadkar steps up Irish Brexit no-deal plans
“These are no longer contingency plans,” Irish PM Leo Varadkar says as Theresa May faces a no-confidence vote.
Six Nations 2019: Uncapped Connacht trio in Ireland squad
Uncapped Connacht trio Caolin Blade, Jack Carty and Tom Farrell included in the Ireland squad for this year’s Six Nations.