Paris Selects Hat as the Mascot for the 2024 Olympics

Organizers say the choice is in step with the quirkiness of France that makes the country all its own. The Paris Organizing Committee announced the new mascots for the 2024 Olympics and Paralympics: The Phrygian Cap.

Officer and Good Samaritans Help Victim of Car

An officer ran to a car fire, only to find out good Samaritans had already attended to the driver. Cobb County Police in Georgia say Officer Hawkins was on his way home when he saw the fire from the highway.

Blood Red Effigy of Vladimir Putin Pops Up in Park

Sitting on a tiny tank, a life-sized effigy of Russian President Vladimir Putin debuted at Regent's Park in central London, as part of a traveling exhibition of pop-up art by French street artist James Colomina.

Christmas Comes Early to Mexico

Christmas celebrations began early in Mexico City, with a colorful parade making its way through the streets. Spectators were treated to a parade of characters and even had the opportunity to greet Santa.