The Brazilian authorities said several towns in the state of Paraná were struck by the tornado, which killed at least five people.

View the location of the quake’s epicenter and shake area.

Practitioners of an annual ritual to clean deceased relatives’ bones are grappling with a new challenge: tourists. Jack Nicas, our Mexico City bureau chief,…

Israel launched a wave of attacks on Gaza and temporarily suspended aid on Sunday after accusing Hamas of firing on its soldiers.

Visitors at the Louvre were evacuated on Sunday after thieves broke into a gallery housing the French crown jewels. Investigators believe multiple experienced robbers…

An organization that fought abortion rights in the United States is now focusing on the United Kingdom. Jane Bradley, an investigative reporter at The…

With the cease-fire holding overnight, many Palestinians traveled to Gaza City to learn what remained of their lives and homes.

The snow reduced visibility and left hundreds of hikers stuck on Mount Everest.

Both sides have reacted positively to a U.S. proposal to release Israeli hostages as part of a cease-fire agreement, but reaching a full deal…

Nepal’s interim leaders are dealing with flooding that has killed dozens and snarled transportation.