LYONS, Ill.—Police discovered two containers Saturday in a backyard in suburban Chicago, a few days after a man told investigators that the bodies of his mother and sister were buried there years ago. The man and a brother were also arrested, though no charges were filed while police try to confirm the identities of the remains, said […]

COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo.—A Colorado woman charged with hiding 26 children behind a false wall at her day care center was found guilty of child abuse and other charges Thursday. Carla Faith was convicted of 26 counts of misdemeanor child abuse, a felony count of attempting to influence a public servant, and a misdemeanor count of […]

LEIPZIG, Germany—Sayed Sadaat used to be communications minister in the Afghan government before moving to Germany last Sept. in the hope of a better future. Now he is a delivery man in the eastern city of Leipzig. He said he was criticized at home for taking such a job after having served in the government […]

Every year, people from around the world showcase cultural dances from all over the world down New York City’s busiest street. “It’s joy personified,” said one parade-goer. On May 20, over 10,000 people will perform about 75 different kinds of dances during the 11th annual Dance Parade. Here are some of our favorites: The Fiery […]