2023 on track to become Earth's warmest year on record after shattering September temperature records

"Since June, the world has experienced unprecedented heat on land and sea. The temperature anomalies are enormous – far bigger than anything we have ever seen in the past," WMO officials said.

Simone Biles shines as US dominates world gymnastics championships in Belgium

Simone Biles led a dominant performance by the U.S. women at the world gymnastics championships, posting an all-around total of 58.865 to lead qualifying through two subdivisions Sunday.

Nightclub fire kills at least 13, injures several others in Spain

A fire broke out in a nightclub in the southeastern Spanish city of Murcia on Sunday, killing 13 people and injuring several others, authorities said.

Tropical Storm Philippe continues west while Invest 91L in central Atlantic has high chance of development

The National Hurricane Center has highlighted a disturbance several hundred miles west-southwest of the Cabo Verde Islands in the eastern tropical Atlantic, currently giving it a high chance of development in the next 2-3 days.

Danish artist ordered to repay museum after submitting blank canvases: 'Take the money and run'

A Danish artist has been ordered to repay a museum after running off with its money upon being commissioned to create a piece of artwork but instead submitted two empty canvases titled "Take the Money and Run."

5 Americans freed from Iran arrive home, embrace loved ones: 'Freedom!'

The Americans were freed as part of a politically risky deal that saw President Joe Biden agree to the release of nearly $6 billion in frozen Iranian assets.

Cruise ship in Greenland freed after running aground

Before the cruise ship was freed, authorities reported that three passengers had COVID-19.

No sign of North Korea's Kim as Russia visit continues and Seoul expresses concern over Putin meetings

The U.S. government has warned that the summit between Kim Jong Un and Russian President Vladimir Putin could lead to a deal for North Korea to supply ammunition for Moscow’s war in Ukraine.

Officials warn against planting unsolicited seeds from China

If you receive a package of seeds that you didn't order from another country in the mail, do not plant them. That's the warning from the Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development (MDARD) after people have reported receiving unsolicited seed packets from China.

North Korea’s Kim Jong Un in Russia to meet Putin, as both are locked in standoffs with the West

The meeting is a chance for the North Korean leader to get around crippling U.N. sanctions and years of diplomatic isolation. For Vladimir Putin, it’s an opportunity to refill ammunition stores that the Russia-Ukraine war has drained.

Biden pays respects at John McCain memorial to wrap up Vietnam visit

President Biden and leaders in Vietnam also met to speak about strengthening their partnership amid shared concerns about China's assertiveness in the Pacific.

Powerful earthquake strikes Morocco, killing more than 2,000 people

A powerful earthquake struck Morocco late Friday night, killing more than 2,000 people and damaging buildings and historic landmarks in major cities.