Cities worldwide are gearing up for New Year celebrations, from fireworks in Rio and Sydney to cultural traditions in Asia.

Now, scientists aim to get their clearest picture yet of the complex mechanics of our big-risk Hikurangi Subduction Zone – and what sets it apart from similar systems around the planet. Running ...

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Two of South Africa’s newly appointed ministers are making waves in South Africa’s sports broadcasting market.

Andy Schooler previews this week’s ATP Tour events in Adelaide and Auckland – the last before the Australian Open gets under ...

By Emma Bubola A man who pledged allegiance to the terrorist group carried out a deadly attack in New Orleans on New Year’s Day. By Alissa J. Rubin Liri Albag, 19, is one of about 100 hostages ...

By Elisabetta Povoledo See how people across the globe celebrated. By The New York Times Video from the scene and aircraft positioning data offer clues about the deadliest aviation disaster in years.