The US military says the vessel's engine room was hit after the crew "ignored repeated warnings".

The bear, which injured four people in the attack on Tuesday, remains on the loose within the factory compound.

Two hostages were released on Tuesday, and the remaining hostages released on Wednesday were unharmed, police said.

Israel's PM laughed off reports of friction, but he has tested the patience of other US presidents.

DR Congo's international friendly against Chile in Spain next week is cancelled after authorities raise health concerns over the Ebola outbreak in the African nation.

The mayor's opponent could be either Republican newcomer and reality TV star Spencer Pratt, or a fellow Democrat, council member Nithya Raman.

Authorities warn that entering the sewer system is both illegal and extremely dangerous.

Bryson was best known as the voice behind Disney songs like A Whole New World and Beauty and the Beast.