The Eiffel Tower grows even taller, thanks to new antenna

The Eiffel Tower grew by nearly 20 feet following the addition of a new antenna placed at the very top of the iconic landmark.

Solar storm triggers dazzling display of Northern Lights over Finland

A solar storm turned the skies a brilliant shade of green over Scandinavia Sunday night, just in time for St. Patricks' Day week.

Actor Benedict Cumberbatch hopes to house Ukrainian refugees

The Marvel superhero hopes to take part in the British government’s “Homes for Ukraine” program, which aims to reward people who offer their homes for Ukrainian refugees fleeing Russia’s invasion.

Russia-Ukraine war: Russian airstrike hits base in western Ukraine, kills 35

Russia has escalated attacks in western Ukraine, striking a military base where its troops had trained with NATO forces and bringing the conflict closer to Poland and other members of the bloc.

Russia seeks military aid and equipment from China amid Ukraine conflict, U.S. official says

A U.S. official said that Russia is seeking military aid for its ongoing invasion of Ukraine. Officials from the U.S. and China are meeting Monday amid tensions between both countries over the Russia-Ukraine conflict.

China amplifies unfounded Russian claim of US funding Ukraine biolabs

As Russia’s attack on the Ukraine continues, China is spreading unfounded claims that the U.S. is financing biological weapons labs in Ukraine.

WHO says COVID-19 boosters are needed, reversing previous guidance

An expert group convened by the World Health Organization said it “strongly supports urgent and broad access” to coronavirus vaccines, including booster doses.

Russia-Ukraine war: What to know as violence stops planned civilian evacuations

Russian and Ukrainian delegations resumed talks on Monday following failed attempts to begin evacuating civilians from besieged Ukrainian cities, including the port city of Mariupol.

Global COVID death toll tops 6 million for pandemic now in 3rd year

The milestone is a tragic reminder about the pandemic's deadliness even as masks are dropping, travel is resuming and businesses are reopening around the globe.