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Politicians and officials — including Taiwan's president, Tsai Ing-wen (center) — pose during the dedication ceremony Tuesday for the American Institute in Taiwan, the de facto U.S. Embassy in Taipei.

De Facto U.S. Embassy In Taiwan Dedicates New Complex — Over Chinese Objections

U.S. officials and the Taiwanese president attended the Tuesday event inaugurating the ritzy new complex. But Beijing is not happy about the move, and it has made its protests well-known.

"There are issues remaining around the backstop," Britain's Prime Minister Theresa May told reporters on Thursday, referring to the debate over how to treat Ireland and Northern Ireland when the U.K. leaves the EU.

As Brexit Deadlines Loom, May Says U.K. Considering A Longer Transition Period

EU leaders have called off a planned November summit on the next phase of Brexit discussions because of a lack of progress.

Greta Van Fleet's debut album, <em>Anthem of the Peaceful Army</em>, is out now via Republic Records.

Greta Van Fleet Isn't Just For Your Led Zeppelin-Loving Dad

Classic rock fans are cheering the rise of a hard-hitting young Michigan band with a Led Zeppelin-like swagger. Greta Van Fleet makes '70s rock sound (almost) new again.

In her new book <em>Manifest</em>, photographer Kristine Potter subverts the male gaze that has shaped the typical narrative of the American West.

Reframing The Masculinity And Mythology Of The American West

In her new book Manifest, photographer Kristine Potter subverts the male gaze that has shaped the typical narrative of the American West.

Displaced Yemeni children stare through a hole in the wall of a half-destroyed house in Taez, where they have been staying with several families since violence drove them from their homes in Hodeidah earlier this year.

Yemen In 'Clear And Present Danger' Of Massive Famine After Years Of Violence

The looming catastrophe is "much bigger than anything any professional in this field has seen during their working lives," says the United Nations' humanitarian chief.

Puerto Rican merengue singer Joseph Fonseca says he wrote a holiday song about generators to bring joy to people suffering through a long hurricane recovery that has left thousands dependent on generators for power.

In Puerto Rico, A Generator's Buzz Powers One Singer's Musical Imagination

In Puerto Rico, some people without power are relying on generators for electricity. Merengue singer Joseph Fonseca was inspired by the rumble of those machines, which led to his latest hit song.

The Food and Drug Administration plans to take action against risky homeopathic remedies under a policy unveiled Monday.

Food And Drug Administration Plans Crackdown On Risky Homeopathic Remedies

FDA says homeopathy has grown into a $3 billion industry with treatments being sold for conditions ranging from the common cold to cancer. The agency will prioritize action against unsafe products.

A firefighter (center) and two onlookers watch a smoldering wildfire from a hilltop in Oakville, Calif., on Sunday.

Firefighters Gain Ground On California Wildfires

Authorities say they have two of the largest fires around 70 percent contained. Meanwhile, some people who were ordered to flee were being allowed to return to what remains of their homes.

Jazz Night in America: At the Ojai Music Festival, Vijay Iyer Showcases Improvisation

In this century, few artists in or around jazz have been closer to the whirling center of the action than Vijay Iyer. A pianist, composer, bandleader and…

A new population of the rare red handfish, which gets around by "walking" slowly along the seafloor, has been found off Tasmania, Australia.

One Of The World's Rarest Fish Is A Little Less Rare Than We Thought

The red handfish, named for hand-shaped fins on the sides of its body, doesn't really swim — it walks slowly along the seafloor. A new population of the striking creature has been found off Tasmania.

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