Wesley Ridge wildfire in B.C. burns in difficult terrain, posing a challenge for firefighters
Open this photo in gallery: The Wesley Ridge fire, which was discovered on July 31, had grown to…
China rejects US demands to stop buying Russian, Iranian oil
WASHINGTON — U.S. and Chinese officials may be able to settle many of their differences to reach a…
US may require visa applicants to post bond of up to $15,000
WASHINGTON (AP) — The State Department is proposing requiring applicants for business and tourist visas to post a…
Fresh clashes break out in Syria as the interim government struggles to ease tensions
BEIRUT — New outbreaks of violence overnight into Sunday rocked Syria at two distinct flashpoints, straining a fragile…
Toronto’s young swimmers see Summer McIntosh as an example to follow
Open this photo in gallery: Canada’s Summer McIntosh after winning the women’s 400-metre individual medley final at the…
A zoo in Denmark asks for pet donations to feed predators
COPENHAGEN, Denmark (AP) — A zoo in Denmark is asking for donations of small pets as food for…
Storm Floris batters Scotland with 90 mph winds, disrupts travel and festivals
LONDON (AP) — Authorities in Scotland canceled trains, closed parks and warned people to tie down backyard trampolines…
Trial begins for suspects in 2024 Moscow concert hall attack that killed 149 people
MOSCOW (AP) — A trial began Monday under tight security for 19 defendants accused of involvement in last…
Trump’s deadline for the Kremlin approaches in the Russia-Ukraine war
The coming week could bring an important moment in the war between Russia and Ukraine, as U.S. President…
Videos of emaciated Israeli hostages in Gaza increase pressure on Netanyahu for a ceasefire
JERUSALEM (AP) — New images of emaciated Israeli hostages held in Gaza have horrified Israelis and added pressure…
Noah Lyles shoved by Kenny Bednarek after Lyles’ 200 metre win at U.S. nationals
Open this photo in gallery: Noah Lyles wins the men’s 200-metre final at the U.S. Championships athletics meet…
Hong Kong cancels passports and bans financial support for 16 overseas activists
HONG KONG (AP) — Hong Kong authorities on Monday strengthened a crackdown on 16 overseas-based activists who were…