American released from Indonesia jail after serving 11 years for 'suitcase murder' as US case looms

Indonesia has freed and deported an American who spent 11 years in prison for the premeditated murder of his then-girlfriend's mother on the tourist island of Bali. Now, he's facing federal charges in the U.S.

Former Armenian President Armen Sarkissian says nations must adapt to a new quantum world

Armenia’s former president, Dr. Armen Sarkissian, brought a sweeping message about science, power and the future of nations to Los Angeles during a recent visit to UCLA.

One-on-one with former Armenian President Armen Sarkissian
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In a wide-ranging conversation, former Armenian president, Dr. Armen Sarkissian, reflected on what he calls his many lives.  Also, throughout the conversation, one theme dominated -- Sarkissian believes the world has fundamentally changed.

Death of cartel leader 'El Mencho' sparks violence, tourism fears

The killing of Jalisco New Generation Cartel leader Nemesio Oseguera Cervantes has led to 70 deaths and raised security questions ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

LA28 Olympic ticket registrations surge past 5 million in record-setting draw

The Los Angeles 2028 Olympic organizing committee reports over 5 million ticket draw registrations from 194 countries ahead of the March deadline.

25 Mexican National Guard troops dead following killing of cartel boss ‘El Mencho’

Following the death of CJNG leader El Mencho, Mexico faces a security crisis with 25 National Guard members killed and widespread cartel roadblocks across 20 states.

Mexico travel advisory: Death of cartel leader sparks unrest

At LAX, United said there were no cancellations this morning for flights heading to Mexico. However, United, American and Southwest canceled dozens of flights over the last 24 hours.

BAFTA Awards 2026: Racial slur shouted by guest with Tourette syndrome

A BAFTAs audience member with Tourette syndrome shouted a racial slur during the awards ceremony as “Sinners” stars Michael B. Jordan and Delroy Lindo were presenting.

Mexican cartel leader 'El Mencho' killed: Why kingpin's death is causing chaos

The death of notorious Mexican cartel leader “El Mencho" has thrown parts of Mexico into chaos, with far-reaching impacts to travel and American tourists in seaside towns.

Mexican army kills leader of powerful Jalisco New Generation Cartel

The Mexican army killed the leader of the Jalisco New Generation Cartel, Nemesio Rubén Oseguera Cervantes, "El Mencho," on Sunday, decapitating what had become Mexico’s most powerful drug cartel and thrusting swaths of the nation into chaos.

Video shows terrifying moment when avalanche collides with moving train

A passenger on a train traveling through the Swiss Alps captured the harrowing moment when an avalanche crashed into the moving train.

Trump enacts 10% global tariffs in response to Supreme Court decision

President Donald Trump used another law — Section 232 of the 1962 Trade Expansion Act — to slap 10% sectoral tariffs on steel and aluminum, cars, copper, lumber and products like kitchen cabinets worldwide.

Strategic partnership advances U.S.-Armenia ties
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Armenian officials are in Southern California this week following what they're calling a historic move in U.S.-Armenian relations. 

Former Prince Andrew arrested on suspicion of misconduct in public office

Former Prince Andrew, the brother of the UK's King Charles III, was released after being arrested Thursday on suspicion of misconduct in public office.

Bradenton’s IMG Academy fined $1.7M for taking tuition from Mexican drug cartel associates

IMG Academy, the world-renowned sports boarding school in Bradenton, has agreed to pay a $1.72 million fine after federal investigators discovered the school spent years taking tuition money from individuals linked to a Mexican drug cartel.