Russia loses control of key island
Ukraine regained possession of an island in the Dnieper River that a Ukrainian official said holds "tactical significance."
Images capture dramatic volcanic eruption at Mount Ruang
Indonesian authorities have issued a tsunami warning, grounded flights, and ordered more than 11,000 people to evacuate.
Internet jealous of woman who lives on Scottish island: "Hallmark movie"
Ema Shortel told Newsweek, "We love waking up next to the mountains...we get to enjoy the peace that living in a rural location brings us."
Brand new volcanic island seen growing from space
The new Japanese island of Niijima is situated about a mile off the coast of Iwo Jima, which itself is about 750 miles south of Tokyo.
Passenger's "surreal" view from plane window leaves internet speechless
The photo showed North Sentinel Island, home to an uncontacted tribe that has used force in the past to protect its isolation.
Maui chief under growing pressure as he defends not sounding alarm
The administrator said he does not regret deciding not to turn on the sirens as the fire was ravaging the island.
Rosie O'Donnell rejects claim she visited Jeffrey Epstein's island
The comedian is the latest star to have spoken out against allegations she spent time on the convicted sex offender's private island.
Chelsea Handler denies Epstein island visit again amid "client list" claims
"I've never been on his plane, or a flight, or anything like that, so everyone can just shut up about that already," Handler told Rolling Stone.
Ischia landslide: Deaths feared as videos show devastation in Italy
The Italian Civil Protection Department said on Saturday that weather conditions are making it difficult for rescuers to find people.
Volcano Eruption Helps Scientists Predict Weather and Climate Change
The atmospheric waves produced by the eruption of the Hunga Tonga volcano may help scientists predict future weather events.
On an Island Off Brazil, Snakes Rule the Land and Humans Are Banned
The island is only about 5,000 feet long and 1,600 feet wide, but it is actually infested with over 2,000 golden lancehead pit vipers—a highly venomous snake.
'Coordinates Please': Cafe's Views That Look Like a Photo Delight Internet
"Wow, New Jersey was really a downgrade huh" one comment read.
'I Left Everything': Disabled Tongan Man Swims Over 24 Hours After Tsunami
Lisala Folau was swept out to sea as waves destroyed his home and nearly ended his life. He said thoughts of his family helped keep him alive.
YouTuber Spreads Coronavirus While Filming on Japan's Most Populous Island
The man reportedly traveled across the country for the video shoot, including in the Yamaguchi Prefecture.
The Off-the-Radar Island You Should Visit on Your Next Tour of Italy
The mysterious isle of Pantelleria has much to offer to the few tourists who know about it. With its unique position in the Mediterranean, this volcanic island is a cultural hybrid of Italy and North Africa.
There's a South Pacific Island that Celebrates American Thanksgiving
Norfolk Island, a territory of Australia, gets as gourd-y as a Norman Rockwell painting come late November.
'Sea of Thieves' Stars of a Thief Tall Tale Guide
Started "Sea of Thieves'" Stars of a Thief Tall Tale, but it's got you stumped? Check out our complete guide to the quest, including how to find the enchanted spyglass, star jewels, solve the vault puzzles and more.
Oldest Ever Ancient Tattoo Kit Included Human Bones
Archaeologists believe one tattoo artist owned the kit that dates back almost 3,000 years.
Volcano Island That Rose From the Sea Explored by NASA
Researchers discovered vegetation and wildlife thriving on the newly formed island.
Gov. Cuomo Swipes at Trump in Ellis Island Speech
"This is the harbor where Frederick Trump arrived from Germany, and whose grandson would become the president of the United States," New York's governor said.
Migrant Criminals to Be Held on Remote Danish Island
"They are unwanted in Denmark and they must feel that," the country's integration minister has said.
Ocasio-Cortez Blasts New York After Amazon Bid Revealed
"Using eminent domain to seize land from people & hand it to a billion-dollar corporation. Utterly unacceptable."
Missing Woman Identified As Body Found In Staten Island
Police have not officially ruled the death as a homicide, but have deemed it as "suspicious."
Officials Struggle to Retrieve Body of Dead Missionary
Recovering the body of the 27-year-old American missionary has proven to be difficult Thursday by Indian authorities.
Chinese General Hopes Taiwan Retaken Before Youth Ages
"There is only one thing I still hope for in my 50 years of military service: the reunification of the motherland," Chinese Lieutenant General He Lei said.
Amazon HQ Could Kill 1,500 NYC Affordable Housing Units
Two sites where affordable housing developments had been planned could be handed over to Amazon, which could mean a loss of up to 1,500 affordable housing units, Politico reported.
'Shut Your Yap': Attorney General Candidate at Vigil
"I'll talk to a Jew about it. If you're not, shut your yap," the candidate yelled.
Attorney General Candidate Spells Out N-Word in Debate
The candidate said the use of the word "marijuana" was more offensive than the n-word.
Hawaiian Island Disappears During Hurricane
Satellite images from the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service show only small patches of sand above water.