The teacher's family had asked for charges, including one of homicide, to be dropped "to prevent a separate tragedy from occuring" over the prank turned fatal.

The LA city council voted unanimously for an investigation into LA28 chief Casey Wasserman over his Epstein ties.

The LA city council voted unanimously for an investigation into LA28 chief Casey Wasserman over his Epstein ties.

BBC Security Brief's Mikey Kay breaks down why Kharg Island is so strategically important for Tehran.

The reinforcements will come from an amphibious ready group that is usually based in Japan, an official told CBS, the BBC's US partner.

Rostam Aziz's purchase raises questions about continued journalistic independence in the region.

An exhibition in Mumbai displayed chairs that told the history of colonial invasions and art movements in India.

Dubai has been seen as a safe haven by expats, tourists and influencers - but that's now being tested.

A landmark lawsuit will set the stage for thousands of people who say social media platforms are intentionally addictive.

The president's most dedicated supporters are on his side - but significant numbers of Republicans have serious doubts.

The FBI said the suspect had large quantities of fireworks and petrol in his vehicle when it caught fire after ramming a synagogue on Thursday.

Critics say Xi's purges reveal a ruthless drive for absolute loyalty and total control of the military.

Critics say Xi's purges reveal a ruthless drive for absolute loyalty and total control of the military.

A group of fighters based in Iraq say they are "ready to go home", as they face drone attacks from Tehran.

A group of fighters based in Iraq say they are "ready to go home", as they face drone attacks from Tehran.

Cuba's president confirmed the talks in a national broadcast as the country also said it would release 51 prisoners in "goodwill" gesture.

The guitar was used by David Gilmour on some of Pink Floyd's best-known albums, including Dark Side of the Moon.

The guitar was used by David Gilmour on some of Pink Floyd's best-known albums, including Dark Side of the Moon.

Jeanine Pirro said she would appeal the ruling, which blocks the subpoenas she issued to the central bank.

The Bahrain and Saudi Arabia Grands Prix scheduled for next month are set to be cancelled as a result of the Middle East war.