Moment vehicle explodes on quiet New York street
The cause of the blast, which damaged homes and cars, is still under investigation.
Read More
FBI investigates racist text messages sent to black people across US
The messages tell recipients they have been selected “to pick cotton” or “chosen to be a slave”, authorities say.
US charges man over alleged Iranian plot to kill Trump
The US government alleges Iran’s Revolutionary Guard instructed someone to devise a plan to kill Trump.
Beyoncé passes Jay-Z in all-time Grammy nominations
The pop star was previously tied with her husband for the most nominations ever on 88 each.
This Elephant Uses a Hose to Give Herself a Shower Every Day
In the Berlin Zoo, Mary demonstrated another example of clever elephantine tool use while another animal exhibited a form of mischief with a hose that resembled a prank.
Church in Egyptian Desert Reveals Early Christian Burial Practices
A basilica from the 4th century held a surprising number of tombs with women and children, researchers found.
Trump’s new top team: Some of the names in the frame
Susie Wiles has been appointed chief of staff as the transition team vets other candidates for key roles.
Last N.I.H. Chimps to Move Out of New Mexico Facility
The retired research chimpanzees, which had previously been deemed too frail to move, will be relocated to a Louisiana sanctuary.
Will Musk Influence Trump on Climate Change and Electric Vehicles?
The Tesla billionaire is a key figure in the president-elect’s orbit. One question is whether his views on climate and clean energy will have any sway.
‘Joyce and Hemingway loved lingering here. I can see why’: readers’ favourite small cities in Europe
Art nouveau cafes, Ottoman architecture and beer halls make these modest cities a big draw away from the crowds I got off the train to Venice last summer in Trieste, planning to spend a few hours there, but was so knocked over by its beauty that I stayed for a few days. Tucked away in…