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Naz Hassan, a 4-year-old from Syria, was sad to learn that she would have to miss trick-or-treating due to a heart surgery procedure the day before Halloween — but her community made sure she still got to experience the fun of what she calls her favorite holiday. Hassan was born …

Prince William reportedly expressed interest in writing to three kidnapping victims who watched his wedding to Kate Middleton on TV while being held captive by an Ohio man. Michelle Knight, Amanda Berry and Gina DeJesus were kidnapped by Ariel Castro between 2002 and 2004 and held captive for over a …

Artificial intelligence (AI) is advancing rapidly, bringing unprecedented benefits to us, yet it also poses serious risks, such as chemical, biological, radiological and nuclear (CBRN) threats, that could have catastrophic consequences for the world.  How can we ensure that AI is used for good and not evil? How can we …

A high-ranking United Nations official has retired after calling for a one-state solution to the Israel-Palestinian conflict. In his letter, the official wrote on what he called “essential points” regarding the war between Israel and Hamas terrorists. In what was described as his “last official communication” as the director of …

Tropical Storm Pilar lashed Central America on Tuesday with heavy rains that have been blamed for two deaths in El Salvador as the storm meanders off the Pacific coast. The U.S. National Hurricane Center said early Tuesday that Pilar was located about 175 miles south-southwest of San Salvador with winds …

Experts are revealing how households can slash their annual energy bill in half thanks to eight simple home improvements. Energy regulator Ofgem has announced a reduction to the energy price cap this winter but one in three families will still pay more towards their gas and electricity costs. Despite the …

Three Finnish men who embraced neo-Nazi ideology were found guilty Tuesday of committing crimes with terrorist intent including plotting attacks against migrants, critical infrastructure, and their perceived political opponents. The Paijat-Hame District Court sentenced the main suspect, Viljam Lauri Antero Nyman, to three years and four months in prison on …

Sir Sean Connery famously played James Bond in six official James Bond movies in Dr No, From Russia with Love, Goldfinger, Thunderball, You Only Live Twice and Diamonds Are Forever. The latter saw him returning to the role in 1971 after his replacement George Lazenby turned down more 007 movies …

Queen and Adam Lambert’s North America tour is currently in Chicago, with a second night for Halloween taking place this evening. Sir Brian May recently took to social media to tease a new addition to the ever-evolving show, which includes AI robots and the voice of Freddie Mercury singing 1984’s …

FBI Director Chris Wray has warned Congress that the US could face threats from terrorists inspired by Hamas’s attack on Israel. Wray said that while Hamas is assessed to have no capabilities inside the US, other actors – possible radicalized individuals or small groups – could take inspiration from the …