Climate change may increase risk of new infectious diseases, study says

Researchers examined how more than 3,000 mammal species may migrate and share viruses over the next 50 years if the world slightly warms up.

One-fifth of reptiles face risk of extinction, new report finds

A comprehensive new assessment of thousands of reptiles species has found that 21% are considered endangered, critically endangered or vulnerable to extinction.

Chernobyl: On 36th anniversary of disaster, Russia’s seizure of nuclear plant seen as ‘nightmare’

Tuesday marks the 36th anniversary of the Chernobyl nuclear disaster amid Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. Authorities are working with Ukraine’s officials on ways to protect Chernobyl’s most critical areas.

Beijing enforces lockdowns, expands COVID-19 mass testing amid outbreak

Residents lined up for throat swabs across Beijing as mass testing was expanded to 11 city districts. Beijing has a total of 92 virus cases since an outbreak was discovered five days ago.

Kane Tanaka, world's oldest person, dies at 119 in Japan

Kane Tanaka was born on Jan. 2, 1903, the same year the Wright brothers took flight for the first time.

3 Sumatran tigers killed by animal traps as worldwide numbers dwindle to 400

Three critically endangered Sumatran tigers are dead after being caught in traps in Indonesia. Only about 400 are left in the wild, experts say.

French President Emmanuel Macron wins 2nd term

The second five-year term for the 44-year-old centrist spared France and Europe from the seismic upheaval of having firebrand populist Marine Le Pen at the helm.

Brisk walking may slow biological aging, study suggests

Scientists in England said they have found a link between brisk walking and fewer biological markers that may indicate older age in people.

UK patient had COVID-19 for 505 days straight, study shows

Although persistent infections are rare, experts said there are many people with compromised immune systems who remain at risk of severe COVID-19.

Earth Day 2022: How it started and how to celebrate

This year will mark 52 years since the first Earth Day and countries around the world are celebrating.

Russia steps up scattered strikes on Kyiv, western Ukraine

Russian forces resumed scattered attacks on Kyiv, western Ukraine and beyond Saturday in an explosive reminder to Ukrainians that the whole country remains under threat.

Ukraine police: Over 900 civilian bodies found near Kyiv after Russian withdrawal

The bodies of more than 900 civilians have been discovered in the region surrounding the Ukrainian capital following Russia's withdrawal — most of them fatally shot, an indication that many people were "simply executed.”

Notre Dame Cathedral: Restoration continues on 3rd anniversary of fire

Notre Dame Cathedral was ravaged by a massive fire on April 15, 2019, and restoration of the famous landmark continues three years later.

Holland America Line cruise ship to accommodate Ukrainian refugees

Evacuees aboard the Volendam will be provided three hot meals a day, rooms, housekeeping services and other amenities. The ship will be staffed with 650 crew members.