Germany heads to the polls on Sunday, with the country's stagnant economy and heated rows over immigration policy dominating ...

This NFL playoff pick 'em contest pits Man vs. Machine vs. Dog, with USA TODAY writers facing off against a computer model and a 7-year-old Maltipoo.

Ceasefire talks between Israel and Hamas are reliant on the release of Palestinian prisoners. Israel delayed releasing prisoners, leading to tension with Hamas, who demand the release of captives.