Shares have jumped in Asia, tracking Wall Street’s rise to new records despite the the shutdown of the U.S. government.

Celebrated Brazilian musician Milton Nascimento, 82, whose soaring voice has enchanted fans worldwide, has been diagnosed ...

Here's the latest for Thursday, Oct. 2nd: Attack at Manchester synagogue leaves two dead; Activists flotilla intercepted and directed to Israeli port; Death toll rises in Philippines quake; Fountain ...