The IRS urges taxpayers to begin preparing now for the 2026 filing season: gather all tax records, set up an online account, verify bank info for direct deposit, and track changes under the new tax law to avoid delays and errors.
Video of an arrest by ICE in Vancouver shows a man allegedly run over during detention. Family demands answers. Local police open an investigation, while DHS denies wrongdoing.
A 22-year-old discovered over $200,000 in debt under her name — taken out by her mother without permission. It took her a decade of persistent effort to clear the fraudulent loans and restore her credit.
Greek authorities report 17 dead after a migrant boat overturned southwest of Crete. Two survivors are critical as officials investigate the vessel’s departure and the cause of the sinking.
A 550-pound bear hides under an Altadena home; wildlife crews attempt a careful extraction, highlighting human-wildlife conflicts in suburban areas.
Social Security beneficiaries are advised to review earnings, update tax withholding, and confirm direct deposit before Dec. 31 to prevent payment issues in 2026.
Cambridge life sciences slowdown prompts startups to pivot toward defense technologies, blending innovation, strategic funding, and ethical complexity
Hot lahar floods from Mount Semeru entered homes in Sumber Langsep, isolating parts of the village and disrupting access for residents
U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services reduces work-permit validity from five years to 18 months, affecting refugees, asylum seekers, and immigrants awaiting status adjustment.
Families of victims from the recent UPS cargo plane crash have filed a lawsuit against the carrier, alleging negligence and demanding accountability for the tragic incident that claimed multiple lives. The lawsuit highlights safety concerns and seeks compensation for emotional and financial losses endured by the grieving families.
Heavy flooding in Karangligar Village, West Telukjambe District, Karawang has submerged hundreds of homes, rice fields, and major roads, impacting residents and farmland.
A UN agency says the protective shield over the Chernobyl nuclear plant has sustained structural damage, raising concerns about long-term containment and safety.
At least 11 people have been killed and others injured in a mass shooting incident in South Africa, authorities confirm as investigations continue.
China warns foreign media in Hong Kong over coverage of a major fire incident, emphasizing adherence to local laws and “accurate reporting” amid rising tensions over press freedom.
A man who attended the Stockton birthday party at the center of a deadly mass shooting has been arrested for a parole violation; investigators continue searching for the gunmen behind the attack.
Despite being branded a “fugitive” by Venezuelan authorities, María Corina Machado will travel to Oslo on December 10 to accept the 2025 Nobel Peace Prize — a bold act of resistance.
Catastrophic floods across Indonesia, Sri Lanka, Thailand, and neighboring countries have killed over 1,750 people, displaced hundreds of thousands, and slowed recovery as fresh rains hinder relief efforts.
Southern Minnesota braces for accumulating snow Saturday, especially near I-90, followed by a sharp drop in temperatures — ushering in a deeper winter chill across the region.
A shooting that killed one and wounded another from the West Virginia National Guard has sparked debate statewide over whether sending Guardspeople to distant cities remains justified.
San Francisco sues major food companies over ultra-processed foods high in sugar, salt, and fat, citing public health risks and healthcare burdens.
Reports that South Korea may develop an app to show victims the exact location of a nearby stalker raise complex questions — promising protection, yet posing privacy and safety risks.
A widely circulated claim says a three-year-old once received an official FIDE rating — a record-smashing youth milestone, though concrete evidence remains elusive.
Iceland is widely celebrated as the world’s safest country — low crime, social trust, stability — though “safest place on Earth” remains more aspiration than official title.
The legendary “snow monsters” on Mount Zao — icy, snow-clad trees shaped by winter storms — are shrinking, raising alarm about climate change’s impact on fragile wintry landscapes.