World & Nation
At its height, the group controlled a huge swath of Mideast territory and ruled over millions. Today, its brutal ideology still powers offshoots and inspires “lone wolves.”
The man is a Syrian citizen who had applied for asylum in Germany, police say. The attack comes amid debate over immigration.
The Islamic State militant group claimed responsibility for a deadly knife attack at a Solingen, Germany, city festival; a suspect is in custody.
Seven American troops were wounded or hurt in a joint raid with Iraqi commandos targeting the Islamic State group that left 15 dead.
Islamic State extremists no longer control land, but the group continues to recruit and claims deadly attacks, including in Iran and Russia this year.
The arrests took place in New York, Philadelphia and Los Angeles, the individuals entering the U.S. through the southern border.
Sports
Ohio State’s defense has been formidable all season and is eager to avenge its performance during a one-point loss to Oregon earlier this season.
In response to rising antisemitism, an Australian state government has proposed new restrictions on protests, including a ban on demonstrations at places of worship.
Islamist militants claimed the concert attack in Russia, but President Vladmir Putin continues to say Ukraine and the West were involved. Why?
California
El Capitán State Beach will be closed to overnight campers for a yearlong project starting January.