World hunger got dramatically worse in pandemic year, U.N. says

A United Nations report says last year saw a "dramatic worsening" of world hunger, much of that likely linked to the pandemic. Hunger outpaced population growth in 2020, with nearly 10% of all people estimated to be undernourished.

Haiti’s president assassinated: US remains ‘deeply engaged’ as country works to recover

The Biden administration remains “deeply engaged” in Haiti’s efforts to recover following the assassination of their president. However, the White House did not say if it will grant the island country’s request for U.S. troops’ assistance.

Biden calls Cuba protests 'remarkable' and 'a call for freedom'

Thousands of Cubans marched Sunday to protest food shortages and high prices amid the coronavirus crisis in one of the biggest anti-government demonstrations in memory.

Condo collapse: Israeli search crew honored with key to county as they head home

The Israel Defence Force team was given a big sendoff and honorary titles after their invaluable assistance during the search at the condo collapse in Surfside, Florida.

Racist abuse targets 3 English players who missed penalties in Euro 2020 final

The Metropolitan Police condemned the “unacceptable” abuse of three Black players who missed penalties in England's UEFA Euro 2020 loss to Italy.

Djokovic wins Wimbledon, ties record for 20th Grand Slam title

Novak Djokovic has beaten Matteo Berrettini in the Wimbledon final to win a record-equaling 20th Grand Slam title.

Haiti president assassination: US sending FBI, DHS officials

The United States will be sending senior FBI and homeland security officials to Haiti in the aftermath of the assassination of President Jovenel Moïse.

Bangladesh factory fire: 52 dead after workers trapped by illegally locked door

A Bangladesh food and beverage factory caught fire, killing at least 52 people. Officials said many were trapped inside by an illegally locked door.

Haiti President Jovenel Moïse assassinated at home, official says

Haitian President Jovenel Moïse was assassinated after a group of people attacked his private residence. First Lady Martine Moïse is hospitalized.

Missing Russian plane wreckage found; 28 aboard feared dead

Wreckage from a plane in Russia carrying 28 people that went missing Tuesday was found near where it was supposed to land, officials said.

Japan mudslide: 4 dead, dozens missing as rescue crews search through debris

Rescue workers are digging through sludge and debris looking for dozens of people who may be trapped after a torrent of mud, trees and rocks ripped with a roar through a Japanese seaside resort town.

VIDEO: Mexico's Pemex suffers huge gas pipeline fire in Gulf

Incredible video coming out of the Gulf of Mexico after a gas leak in a pipeline caused the Gulf of Mexico to look like it was on fire.

As delta variant rises globally, US targeting younger adults for vaccines

Several countries are reinstating safety measures as the delta variant continues to spread. And in the U.S., the Biden administration is now targeting a group dubbed “the movable middle” to get vaccinated.

UK health minister resigns after breaking COVID-19 protocols

U.K. Health Secretary Matt Hancock resigned Saturday, a day after apologizing for breaching social distancing rules with an aide with whom he was allegedly having an affair.

Delta variant: WHO urges vaccinated people to still wear masks, distance

As the delta variant of COVID-19 continues to spread globally, WHO officials are pleading for a more equitable distribution of vaccines and for those who have been vaccinated to remain “appropriately cautious.”

Disappearances rise on Mexico's 'highway of death' to U.S. border

As many as 50 people are missing after setting out on three-hour car trips this year between Mexico's industrial hub of Monterrey and the border city of Nuevo Laredo on a well-traveled stretch of road local media have dubbed “the highway of death.”

Nearly 650 US troops to remain in Afghanistan, officials say

U.S. officials tell The Associated Press that about 650 U.S. troops are expected to be kept in Afghanistan to provide security for the American diplomatic presence after the Pentagon completes its military withdrawal, which is set to be largely done in the next two weeks.