Taiwan Tested How It Might Cope if China Disrupted Its Communications
Mobile data was deliberately throttled across central Taiwan for half an hour on Monday as a part of Taiwan’s annual civil defense exercise that prepares citizens in the event of a Chinese invasion.
Italian Diver Discovers Hundreds of Ancient Amphorae in Sicily
Hundreds of ancient amphorae were found piled up about 150 feet underwater, suggesting the relics came from a Roman shipwreck from about 2,000 years ago.
Colombia’s Earthquake Puts Abelardo De La Espriella, Its New President, to the Test
Abelardo De La Espriella had never held public office until his inauguration on Friday. Now, he is at the helm of a major disaster response.
Images Emerge From Quake-Battered Colombia
The most powerful temblor in a decade struck in a Pacific Coast region, killing over 100 people.
The Teenager Chasing Solar Eclipse Totality
A 17-year-old photographer, who goes by V, traveled from the United States to Spain to witness Wednesday’s total solar eclipse. He became “obsessed” with the cosmic events after seeing one two years ago.
Police Spray Student Protesters in India With Water Cannons and Tear Gas
Thousands of youth protesters in the eastern state of Jharkhand faced police batons, tear gas, barricades and water cannons as they demanded an investigation into irregularities in the civil service exams.
Live Updates: Powerful 7.4 Earthquake Strikes Colombia
The quake shook several major cities, including Bogotá, Cali and Medellín. At least 20 people were reported dead in the city of Pereira, about 35 miles from the epicenter.
How ‘Harry Potter’ Fans Protected Dobby’s Grave From the Path of a U.K.-Ireland Power Line
Here lies Dobby, a free elf. There will be no electricity cables in sight.
Police in India Use Tear Gas to Break Youth Protest
Thousands of protesters in the eastern state of Jharkhand claim irregularities in qualifying exams for government jobs and are demanding an overhaul of the system.
Netanyahu Walks Tightrope on Trump’s Gaza Disarmament Deal
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu of Israel is trying to satisfy the sometimes competing demands of his right-wing base and President Trump months ahead of a tough election.