Rescuers have pulled a 43-year-old security guard alive from a collapsed basement, ending a grueling dayslong operation that became a symbol of hope after the devastation of twin earthquakes that struck Venezuela eight days earlier. Hernán Alberto Gil Flores was extracted safely after being … Read moreVenezuelan security guard pulled alive from building basement 8 days after twin quakes

Iran’s joint military command has warned that all oil tankers moving through the Strait of Hormuz must use its approved routes or face a “forceful response.” The statement from the Khatam al-Anbiya military command was aired on Iranian state television Thursday. It wasn’t immediately clear w… Read moreIran warns oil tankers to use approved routes in Strait of Hormuz or face a 'forceful response'

Hot dogs are a beloved American staple, but their preparation varies widely across the country. In New York City, hot dogs are often boiled and served with sauerkraut and mustard. Chicago offers a grilled version with mustard, relish and more, but never ketchup. Kansas City hot dogs might fe… Read moreWhat's the perfect American hot dog? Depends where you grew up

U.S. employers pulled back on hiring last month and added only 57,000 jobs, less than half the previous month’s total and a sign companies still have a cautious economic outlook. The Labor Department said Thursday that the unemployment rate declined to a low 4.2% from 4.3% in May, though the… Read moreUS employers still reluctant to add many jobs as hiring slows in June

The Vatican has responded aggressively to a traditionalist society that consecrated bishops without the pope’s consent. The Vatican on Thursday declared that the Society of St. Pius X had formally broken with the Catholic Church and it excommunicated its bishops. It also warning its faithful… Read moreVatican excommunicates schismatic bishops and priests, and warns their followers