South Korean man receives jail time for 'indescribably cruel' killing of 76 cats

A man has been sentenced to prison for killing 76 cats in a case described as one of the most gruesome acts of animal cruelty in recent years in South Korea.

Authorities seize 1.4 tons of cocaine in one of Sweden's largest-ever drug busts

Swedish authorities conducted one of the country's largest cocaine seizures to date, confiscating approximately 1.4 tons of the drug near Stockholm last week.

23 arrested in Bosnia on suspicion of ties to global drug kingpin's 'inner circle'

Law enforcement in Bosnia have arrested 23 people suspected of ties to a global drug kingpin. The crackdown targeted criminal networks dominating Europe’s cocaine trade.

German lawmaker's aide arrested on suspicion of spying for China in European Parliament

A German man who was working for a far-right lawmaker in the European Parliament has been arrested on suspicion of spying for China, officials confirmed.

'Significant threat': ICE tracks down illegal immigrant charged with child sex crime

An illegal immigrant from Honduras has been captured by ICE after being released from a Connecticut jail, after he was charged for a child sex offense.

White House mum on whether Biden would send National Guard to Columbia University

The White House was silent on Monday when asked for comment on calls for President Biden to send the National Guard to break up anti-Israel protests at Columbia University.

Biden launches billion-dollar climate work program as part of Earth Day actions

President Biden is moving forward with establishing the "groundbreaking" climate corps program, employing thousands of Americans to fight global warming.

Trump rails against Manhattan DA Bragg, says 'numerous other agencies' didn't push case

Former President Donald Trump gave public remarks Monday afternoon from Manhattan court after the trial wrapped up early for the day due to a juror's appointment.

NY vs. Trump: First witness takes the stand in Manhattan court

Former American Media Inc. CEO David Pecker was the first witness to take the stand for the prosecution in the New York vs. Trump trial Monday in Manhattan.

Chicago City Council approves $70M for migrant care despite voter backlash

The Chicago City Council has approved an extra $70 million in addition to an existing $150 million budgeted for this year for care of migrants in the city.

Hong Kong implements ban on Styrofoam products and single-use plastic

Hong Kong has enacted new legislation to curb the use of single-use plastic cutlery and Styrofoam products, aiming to tackle pollution, officials said.

Papua New Guinea leader blasts Biden for claiming his uncle was eaten by cannibals

President Biden is facing heavy criticism from the leader of Papua New Guinea after his comments suggesting his uncle was eaten by cannibals in the nation.

UK prosecutors charge 2 men, including parliamentary researcher, with spying for China

Two men, including one identified as a parliamentary researcher, have been charged with spying for China, according to British prosecutors. They will appear in court on Friday.

NY vs. Trump: Judge delivers jury instructions as opening statements kick off

The judge presiding over former President Trump's trial in Manhattan delivered the jury its rules ahead of opening statements from prosecutors and the defense team Monday.

Kansas brothers on death row for 'Wichita massacre' quadruple killing seek resentencing hearing

Jonathan and Reginald Carr, convicted in the notorious "Wichita massacre," are seeking a formal resentencing hearing, challenging the joint sentencing they received.

Prehistoric lake sturgeon denied endangered species status, US wildlife officials say

Federal wildlife officials have decided not to place lake sturgeon on the endangered species list, allowing annual spearing seasons in some states to continue.

3 Germans arrested after allegedly spying for China, transferring info on potential military tech

Three German citizens were arrested in Germany on suspicion of spying for China and illegally transferring technology with potential military uses, officials said.

4 arrested for alleged Nazi tribute outside Hitler's birthplace in Austria

Four Germans were taken into custody by police on Saturday while laying white roses at the birthplace of Adolf Hitler in Austria on his birthday anniversary.

Pennsylvania appeals court revives legal battle over Pittsburgh's efforts to remove Columbus statue

A Pennsylvania appeals court has allowed a challenge against the removal of a Christopher Columbus statue in Pittsburgh's Schenley Park to proceed, officials said.

Illegal marijuana grow operation uncovered in Maine, marking latest bust in multistate crackdown

Federal law enforcement officials have brought charges against a man who has been accused of creating an illicit marijuana-growing operation in rural Maine.

Bryan Kohberger alibi: Defense's stargazing claim is attempt 'to muddy the water,' expert says

Bryan Kohberger's defense will have to prove that stargazing was a 'regular habit' for the quadruple murder suspect after filing an alibi claim that he had been looking for stars on Nov. 13, 2022.

White House condemns ‘blatantly antisemitic’ protests as agitators engulf Columbia University

The White House condemned the antisemitic protests taking place at college campuses across the U.S., including Columbia University in New York City.

This week was a 'bad week' for the US Constitution, Ted Cruz says

Sen. Ted Cruz, R-Texas, explains how the Constitution had a 'bad week' following the dismissal of the DHS Mayorkas impeachment trial and the passing of FISA reauthorization.

Trump attorney lays out battle plan as legal teams gear up for opening statements

Trump attorney Will Scharf discussed the legal viability of the pending hush money case as opening arguments are slated to take place on Monday.

Former Al Roker Entertainment producer claims company failed diversity initiative

Former producer Bill Schultz claimed Al Roker and his company fired him for criticizing the failure to properly adopt diversity initiatives on his show.

Democrats who called for ICE to be abolished under Trump largely silent as border crisis rages

Several elected Democrats called for ICE to be abolished, broken up or “terminated" during former President Donald Trump's tenure in the White House, but are now silent.

ICE chief says this foreign adversary isn’t taking back its illegal immigrants

China is one of the top countries that Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) is facing issues with in terms of getting it to take back nationals who have crossed into the U.S. illegally.

Hillary Clinton: 'What Trump really wants' is to 'kill his opposition'

Former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton suggested on a podcast that former President Trump aspires to be like Russian President Vladimir Putin and "kill his opposition."

Senate passes FISA surveillance tool renewal minutes after midnight deadline

The Senate passed FISA Section 702 renewal on Friday night with just minutes until the critical national security provision's deadline.

'We do not have a comment': White House refuses to address Middle East unrest, defers to State Dept.

White House Press secretary Karine Jean-Pierre declined to comment on the overnight limited air strike Israel fired at Iran and what the U.S. response would be.

New York lawmakers nearing passage of $237B budget plan

New York's Democrat-controlled Legislature is on the verge of passing a $237 billion budget after nearly three weeks of continued delay.

White House hosted meeting with climate activist group that sparked chaos at recent DC gala

The climate protest group Climate Defiance, which disrupted an event with Sen. Lisa Murkowski in Washington, D.C., this week was recently invited for a private meeting at the White House.

US judge denies Trump's bid to halt Jan. 6 lawsuits while he fights criminal charges in 2020 election case

Donald Trump's request to halt lawsuits accusing him of inciting the U.S. Capitol attack has been denied as he continues to battle his 2020 election interference case.

‘Overtly political’ Trump trial risks eroding Americans’ faith in judicial system, experts say

Legal experts examine how Trump's hush money case – which some experts consider to be legally weak and politically motivated – could erode trust in America’s justice system.

EPA designates 2 forever chemicals used in cookware as hazardous substances

The Environmental Protection Agency has designated two forever chemicals used in cookware, carpets and firefighting foams as hazardous substances, officials said.

Biden admin deports 50 Haitians to nation hit with gang violence, ending pause in flights

The Biden administration has sent 50 Haitians back to their country, marking its first deportation flight in months to the Caribbean nation, officials said.

Poland detains 2 suspects in attack on Alexei Navalny ally in Lithuania

Two Polish citizens have been detained in connection with the assault on Russian activist Leonid Volkov in Vilnius, Lithuania. The attack occurred on March 12.

Judge shoots down Texas AG Paxton's attempt to block guaranteed income program

Houston district Judge Ursula Hall shot down Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton’s attempt to block a guaranteed income program based on grounds that its unconstitutional.

California bill aims to ban no-pet policies, animal fees at rental housing properties

A proposed California bill aims to ease the struggle of pet owners in finding rental housing by prohibiting no-pet policies and additional fees for pets.

India's Modi poised for victory as 6-week general election begins in world's largest democracy

As some 970 million Indians start to vote in the country's general election, polls suggest that incumbent Prime Minister Narendra Modi will win a third-term in office.

Biden's false cannibal story described as a simple ‘misstatement,’ ‘off on the details’ by the media

Mainstream media reports minimized Biden’s claim that one of his relatives might have been eaten by cannibals as a mischaracterization rather than a lie.

Democrat lawmakers who pushed Trump impeachment sing different tune on Biden border chief

Lawmakers in Washington, D.C., are singing a different tune when it comes to the impeachment of Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas vs. that of former President Donald Trump — with both sides saying the impeachments are political stunts.

Lawmakers berate Mayorkas on Laken Riley murder: ‘Your policies in action’

Republican lawmakers hammered DHS Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas on the release of the man who later was accused of killing Georgia nursing student Laken Riley.

Michigan girl's contaminated Wendy's meal left her with permanent brain damage, lawsuit claims

Aspen Lamfers allegedly suffered a life-altering E. coli infection stemming from a Wendy's meal in 2022. Now, her mother is suing the owner of the Wendy's location in Jenison for $20 million.

Half of US states revolt against EPA crackdown on gas cars with major legal challenge

FIRST ON FOX: A coalition of 25 states filed a federal legal challenge against the Biden administration on Thursday, arguing its crackdown on gas-powered cars is illegal.

Thousands of workers allegedly sickened by 2010 oil spill left with little or no compensation

Thousands of people who helped clean up after the 2010 BP oil spill in the Gulf of Mexico say they got sick. A settlement aimed at compensation has fallen short of expectations.

Biden aides allegedly call Trump 'Hitler Pig' behind the scenes: report

A Politico report on Wednesday claimed that younger aides in the Biden administration privately refer to former President Donald Trump as “Hitler Pig."

Maine lawmakers approve several gun safety bills after deadliest shooting in state's history

The Maine Legislature has approved several gun safety bills following the deadliest shooting in state history, which killed 18 people and injured 13 last October.

Columbia's former president Dwight Eisenhower warned the world would forget WWII horrors against Jews

Gen. Dwight Eisenhower, four-star general, spent 5 years as president of Columbia University, 1948-1953. Yet many appear to have forgotten his WWII-era warnings about rampant antisemitism.

California establishes nation's first drinking water limit in response to 'Erin Brockovich' contaminant

California regulators have adopted a drinking water limit on toxic hexavalent chromium, a chemical compound made infamous by the movie “Erin Brockovich."

Ex-pharmacy exec faces sentencing in Michigan woman's death linked to tainted steroids

The head of a specialty pharmacy will be sentenced in Michigan for 11 deaths more than a decade ago that were tied to tainted steroids, according to officials.

Let’s use AI to stop fentanyl at the border and keep it from killing Americans

Artificial intelligence can work with border security to stop the scourge of fentanyl before it can ever destroy another 70,000 American lives. It's an inexpensive, high-tech solution.

Celeb squatters: Jay Leno, RHOC star Noella Bergener, other stars who formerly lived rent-free

Several celebrities have lived in properties rent-free for a time in their lives, also known as squatting. Jay Leno is one who has told his squatting story on multiple occasions.

'Very scary prospect': Spike in illegal immigrants from this US adversary blows lid off previous year's record

The number of Chinese nationals entering the U.S. illegally has skyrocketed this fiscal year compared to prior years, and fiscal 2024 is already outpacing last year.

Burmese military government moves deposed leader Aung San Suu Kyi from prison to house arrest due to heat

Burma's former leader Aung San Suu Kyi has been moved from prison to house arrest. The military government said on Wednesday the move was made due to a heat wave.

Human rights group alleges widespread abuse in Syrian detention centers holding suspected ISIS members

A human rights group has reported widespread abuse, including torture, in Syrian detention facilities holding thousands of suspected ISIS members and their relatives.

Georgia parliament advances controversial 'Russian law' targeting media organizations

Georgia's parliament has approved a law requiring media organizations to register being under foreign influence if they receive over 20 percent of their funding from abroad.

Connecticut's top public defender faces termination over misconduct allegations

Connecticut's chief public defender is under scrutiny for potential termination due to several alleged misconduct issues, including unauthorized access to emails.

Seven jurors chosen in Trump criminal trial, 11 more needed

Seven individuals have been selected to serve as jurors in former President Donald Trump's criminal trial in New York City — lawyers need to choose eleven more before the trial begins.

The Ukraine war is lost, but Hollywood and DC don’t know it

There are three big reasons why the Ukraine war is already lost. Unfortunately, Hollywood activists and DC politicians don't know and don't really seem to care.

Watchdog group sues Biden admin for docs related to menthol cigarette crackdown

FIRST ON FOX: A government watchdog group filed a federal lawsuit against the Health and Human Services Department, demanding documents related to its proposed menthol cigarette ban.

Bidenomics could sink Biden in 2024. Voters know the cost of everything has soared

The bad economic news Americans saw last week is not something the Biden White House can easily spin their way out of. Still, with the help of the liberal media, they're trying.

White House announces new sanctions on Iran following attack against Israel: 'The pressure will continue'

White House National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan released a statement about new sanctions that the U.S. intends to impose on Iran, following the country's attack on Israel.

Blue city mayor defunds police force by more than $8 million to aid migrants

Denver is making cuts to public services, including the police, to dig up an additional $45 million to fund care for a deluge of migrants coming into the liberal city.

Sen Hawley calls on Energy Secretary Granholm to resign in heated exchange over stock trades

Sen. Josh Hawley, R-Mo., called on Energy Secretary Jennifer Granholm to immediately resign during a contentious exchange at a hearing on Tuesday morning.

Excused juror reveals selection process for Trump's hush money trial: 'Not a fan'

An excused juror in former President Donald Trump's hush money trial spoke to Fox News Tuesday about the selection process after she was dismissed.

UK court upholds school's ban on prayer following Muslim student's legal challenge

A Muslim student at a London school lost a court battle over the school's ban on prayer. The judge ruled that the student had accepted the school's rules upon enrollment.

White House deems House impeachment inquiry 'over,' President Biden formally declines to testify

President Biden formally declined to testify at the request of House Oversight Committee Chairman James Comer, R-Ky. regarding his family's business dealings.

Biden under fire for shutting down US oil production, urged to impose sanctions on Venezuela

FIRST ON FOX: Senate Republicans are calling on President Biden to revoke sanctions relief for Venezuela over the nation's apparent violation of an agreement with opposition leaders.

Trump kicks off day two of hush money trial directing ire at 'conflicted' judge: 'Trump-hating'

Former President Donald Trump slammed hush money case presiding Judge Juan Merchan as a "conflicted" judge ahead of entering the courtroom for day two of the trial.

Iran's attack on Israel shines spotlight on Tehran's advancing nuclear weapons program

After Iran's first-ever massive aerial attack on Israel, Tehran’s illicit nuclear weapons program is front and center in the minds of security experts.

White House official confronted on international blunders under Biden: 'Got your hands full'

White House national security communications advisor John Kirby was pressed on the international chaos under the Biden administration by Fox News anchor Bill Hemmer.

Bidens report adjusted gross income of $619,976 in 2023

President Biden and first lady Jill Biden reported a federal adjusted gross income of $619,976, according to their 2023 federal income tax returns, which were released by the White House on Monday.

Five most dramatic moments from first day of Trump's hush money trial

Fox News Digital compiled the most dramatic moments of former President Trump's hush money trial, including him slamming the trial as 'political persecution.'

Republicans express deep concern over Iraqi PM visit to White House, connections to terrorist orgs

Republican lawmakers questioned the White House on its decision to host Iraqi Prime Minister Shia Al-Sudani on April 15, after Iraq was connected to Iran's attack on Israel.

Hush money trial judge tees up ruling on whether Trump violated gag order, should pay thousands

Judge Juan Merchan, who is presiding over Trump's hush money trial, said he will hear arguments if Trump violated a gag order barring him from publicly speaking about witnesses.

Hush money trial judge doubles down on not showing Trump 'Access Hollywood' tape to jurors

New York Judge Juan Merchan doubled down that prosecutors cannot show footage of the infamous 'Access Hollywood' tape as part of former President Trump's hush money trial.

Abortion in Germany should be decriminalized during pregnancy's first 12 weeks, commission says

An independent commission in Germany has recommended that abortion be removed from the penal code and legalized within the first 12 weeks of pregnancy.

Judge presiding over Trump hush money case declines to recuse himself

Judge Juan Merchan declined to recuse himself from former President Donald Trump's hush money trial in Manhattan criminal court.

House to deliver Mayorkas impeachment articles to Senate after GOP-led hearing on Capitol Hill

House impeachment managers are expected to transfer articles of impeachment against Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas to the Senate tomorrow.

Key piece of UK government's plan to send migrants to Rwanda expected to become law

The British government is pushing forward with legislation to implement a controversial plan to send asylum-seekers to Rwanda, despite legal challenges.

Former Syrian general faces trial in Stockholm over alleged role in war crimes

A former Syrian army general, Mohammed Hamo, is on trial in Stockholm for alleged war crimes committed during the Syrian civil war. He faces up to 18 years in jail.

Testimony begins in Japanese civil lawsuit alleging racial profiling by police

Three residents of Japan have filed a lawsuit against police, alleging racial profiling. They claim to have been stopped and questioned without justification.

House Speaker Johnson to push Israel aid this week, could include package with billions to Ukraine, Taiwan

House Speaker Mike Johnson will have members vote on a spending package that will provide wartime aid for Israel after it suffered a drone and missile barrage from Iran.

The left's homeless plans wrecked our cities. Now help may come from an unexpected source

Disease, crime and urban decay are all part of the left's insane homeless policies. Help could be on the horizon as the Supreme Court hears a case that might let cities fight back.

Nine questions about the Trump trial, answered

Former President Donald Trump's "hush money" trial is set to kick off Monday. Fox News Digital answers the top nine questions before the case begins.

On this day in history, April 15, 1865, President Abraham Lincoln passes away

President Abraham Lincoln died on this day, April 15, 1865, about nine hours after he was shot by actor John Wilkes Booth. Lincoln and his wife had been watching a play at Ford's Theatre in D.C.

White House says US support for Israel is 'ironclad,' will 'support their defense' amid Iran attack

The White House said the United States' support for Israel's security is “ironclad" and vowed to stand with the Jewish state and “support their defense" against threats from Iran.

Biden cuts beach trip short amid potential Iranian attack on Israel

The U.S. has started to shore up its focus on Israel as expectations of an Iranian attack, which would come as a response to the strike on a consulate in Damascus, continue to grow.

Biden resists pulling controversial judicial nominee Adeel Mangi despite Democrat defectors

President Biden's White House is digging in its heels and pushing controversial judicial nominee Adeel Mangi despite waning Democratic support.

10 suspected illegal migrants busted for child pornography at Texas human smuggling 'stash house'

A group of nearly a dozen suspected illegal migrants have been busted for allegedly possessing child pornography at a Texas house that officials say was being used for human smuggling.

Afghan man on terror watchlist apprehended by ICE

An Afghan national who is on the U.S. terror watchlist is back in custody Friday following his release after entering the country illegally at the southern border.

JD Vance has never spoken to Trump about VP possibilities despite rumors

Ohio Sen. J.D. Vance told Fox News's Laura Ingraham on Thursday that he has not talked to former President Donald Trump about the possibility of a VP position, despite widespread rumors.

Harris County attorney defends guaranteed income program against Texas' lawsuit: 'Attack' by GOP officials

A Harris County attorney defended a guaranteed income program that’s been targeted in a lawsuit filed by Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton on Monday.

First-ever augmented reality abdominal surgery performed in Chile: 'A revolution'

The first-ever augmented reality (AR) abdominal surgery was performed by Dr. Alberto Rodriguez in Chile. The surgeon gave details about the tech; an AI health expert also shared pros and cons.

Legal expert weighs in on criminal probe of Virginia first-grader shooting: 'Enough for criminal charges'

Prosecutors in Virginia say that a criminal investigation into staff members at a school where a 6-year-old shot his teacher will continue into the child's missing files.

New York budget sees another delay over housing proposal negotiations

Another delay to New York's overdue state budget is anticipated as negotiations over an ambitious housing construction proposal continue.

House Republicans turn up heat on Biden to broker ‘expedient release’ of Hamas hostages, support Israel

A group of House Republicans urged President Biden in a letter on Thursday to "ensure the expedient release" of U.S. citizens being held hostage by Hamas.

Catholic voters respond after 'devout' Biden once again sides against his Church

President Biden faced renewed criticism from U.S. Catholics after the White House reaffirmed his support for "gender theory" after the Vatican condemned the movement.

California lawmakers vote for $17B deficit reduction plan

California lawmakers voted Thursday in favor of a $17 billion spending cut aimed at the state's fast-growing deficit, currently estimated to be about $73 billion.

Biden's bogus college claim is just latest in decades-long pattern of embellishment

President Biden recently said that he was the first person in his family to attend college in what is the latest in a history of bogus or embellished claims over his political career.

Florida judge rules school has to temporarily allow transgender teacher to use preferred pronouns

A Florida judge temporarily blocked a pronoun law from being enforced against one nonbinary and two transgender teachers this week.

Squatting in the US: A history of unlawfully occupying buildings, land that dates back to before WWII

Squatting has a long history in the United States. In more recent years, laws protecting squatters over homeowners in many states have made this issue a difficult one to overcome.

Kim Jong Un promises 'death blow' to potential enemies, ignores Biden's request for cooperation

North Korean supreme leader Kim Jong Un ignored calls from President Biden on Wednesday, saying at a Thursday meeting of military officials North Korea must be "prepared for a war."

Biden relies on reporter list, notes during White House joint press conference with Japanese PM

President Biden could be seen reading and referring to notes during a press conference with the Japanese Prime Minister at the White House on Wednesday.

I just came back from Israel and saw these two important things

I have must returned from a trip to Israel where I met with Prime Minister Netanyahu in Jerusalem. President Biden must be committed to Israel, too.

5 reasons why a top Chinese hacker gang and their friends could wreak havoc on US

The Department of Homeland Security is hopping mad about a data breach of State Department computuers by a topnotch group of Chinese hackers. But there's more to the story...

Biden admin pressured Snopes to change its fact-check rating on rumored gas stove ban, internal emails show

EXCLUSIVE: Biden administration officials pressured fact-checkers to alter a rating examining whether the federal government was considering a gas stove ban to "false."

Jordan urges warrants to search Americans' data and protect constitutional liberties as GOP fights over FISA

EXCLUSIVE: House Judiciary Chairman Jim Jordan wants the intel community to obtain a warrant before it searches Americans’ data through Section 702 of FISA, to safeguard constitutional liberties.

Intel community scrambling to defend contentious spy tool as lawmakers decry 'mass surveillance'

Amid a congressional stalemate, the U.S. intelligence community is straining to spotlight the critical nature of Section 702 of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act without providing so much public detail that its targets adapt

Mayorkas deflects when asked if ‘above 85%’ of illegal immigrants are released into the US

Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas deflected questioning Wednesday from a Congressman when asked about a Fox News Digital report about the border.

DeSantis signs 5 laws cracking down on sexual predators, ability to abuse or 'groom' kids over the internet

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis held a press conference in St. Petersburg on Wednesday, where he signed five pieces of legislation into law aiming to protect children from predators.

Columbine survivor warns Crumbley parents' sentencing sets 'dangerous precedent': 'He knew what he was doing'

Craig Scott, a survivor of the Columbine High School massacre, said he believes jailing the parents of school shooter Ethan Crumbley is 'wrong.'

Exclusive Fox video shows illegal immigrants, smugglers swarming New Mexico hotspot: 'It's theirs'

Video taken by Fox News shows migrants swarming the border in New Mexico as states move to take action over the ongoing U.S. border crisis.