1 Arrested in New Year’s Morning Pub Slaying
BANGKOK— Police on Monday arrested one of two suspects wanted in connection with a Bangkok pub shooting that left one dead and six injured in the first hours of the year.
Police Struggle in Hunt for Gunman in Istanbul Nightclub Attack
ISTANBUL — Turkish police struggled Monday to track down a gunman who attacked New Year's Eve revelers at a popular Istanbul nightclub, killing at least 39 people, most of them foreigners. Close to 70 more were wounded.
Rama X Wishes Thais Well in 1st New Year’s Address
BANGKOK — His Majesty King Vajiralongkorn wished all Thais happiness and good health for the first time as monarch in a televised address on New Year’s Eve.
Woman Tied to South Korea Scandal Arrested in Denmark
SEOUL, South Korea — South Korean prosecutors said Monday the daughter of the confidante of disgraced President Park Geun-hye has been arrested in Denmark and authorities are working to get her returned home in connection with a huge corruption scandal.
Vandalized Hollywood Sign Reads ‘HOLLYWeeD’
LOS ANGELES — No, Los Angeles residents, it wasn't your hangovers playing tricks on you. The Hollywood sign really did read "HOLLYWeeD" for a few hours on New Year's Day.
Tourist Bitten Trying to Take Selfie With Crocodile
PRACHINBURI — A French woman was bitten by a crocodile Sunday afternoon while hiking at Khao Yai National Park.
23 Killed After Ferry Catches Fire in Indonesia
JAKARTA, Indonesia — An Indonesian official says at least 23 people were killed after a ferry caught fire near the capital, Jakarta.
Big Waves Spoil Launch of Pattaya-Hua Hin Ferry
PATTAYA — More than 100 tourists were left stranded Sunday morning at a Pattaya pier when the maiden voyage of a ferry service to Hua Hin was called off due to big waves.
Fans Pay Tribute to Carrie Fisher in Hollywood (Photos)
NEW ORLEANS — Their hair wrapped in side buns, wielding lightsabers and dressed as everything from Wookiees to stormtroopers, thousands of people turned out to honor Carrie Fisher, the actress famous for her iconic role as Princess Leia in the "Star Wars" movies.
Festivities Around the World Ring in 2017 (Photos)
Revelers around the world have been welcoming 2017 with crackling fireworks displays and loud cheering, saying goodbye to a year filled with political surprises, prolonged conflicts and the deaths of several beloved performers.
