World

Iraq20 hours ago

Iran-backed militiamen withdraw from siege of US Embassy in Baghdad as more American troops deployed

The siege outside of the U.S. Embassy in Baghdad ended Wednesday after dozens of pro-Iran militiamen and their supporters began to withdraw from the compound.

State Government of Victoria via AP

Australia23 hours ago

Australia wildfire death toll grows as military deployed to ravaged communities cut off by flames

Military ships and aircraft have been deployed to coastal communities in southeastern Australia cut off by raging wildfires that have raced towards the coast, trapping thousands as the death toll from the apocalyptic blazes continues to grow.

Fires23 hours ago

Germany zoo fire kills more than 30 animals, may have been sparked by New Year's Eve 'sky lanterns'

Every animal inside an ape house at a zoo in Germany died after a fire erupted in the early hours of New Year's Day in a blaze that may have been caused by sky lanterns launched to celebrate the holiday, according to officials.