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Obama Tells Putin To Rein In Syrian Air Raids
President Obama urged Vladimir Putin to halt airstrikes against Syrian rebels and allow humanitarian aid into besieged areas of the country.
In Poor, Violent Enclave of 'Saint Death,' Pope Slams Mexico's Rich
During a mass in Ecatepec, Pope Francis criticized Mexico's corrupt elite and wealth inequality while addressing the city's struggle with violence.
Corporate America's Detroit love affair
Last April, Shell flew me to Detroit for the company’s annual Powering Progress Together conference. This edition of the event was held in the cavernous Cobo Center, Detroit’s newly renovated downtown convention hall, and the conversation was all technocratic optimism. The Housto
Plan Colombia's mixed legacy: coca thrives but peace deal may be on horizon
Fifteen years after the launch of Plan Colombia, the nation reflects on its transformation from a coca-dominated region to a path toward peace.
Zika virus pregnancy case confirmed in Spain - first in Europe
Spain has reported its first case of a pregnant woman diagnosed with the Zika virus, though officials state there is no risk of local spread.
Top IS commanders 'taking refuge' in Libya
Libyan intelligence reports that senior Islamic State commanders are fleeing Iraq and Syria to take refuge in the city of Sirte, Libya.
£20m Boost To UK's Driverless Car Technology
The UK government has invested £20 million into eight new projects to advance driverless car technology and urban communication systems.
Obama To Seek $755m For Cancer 'Moonshot'
President Barack Obama is requesting $755 million in funding to accelerate the national 'Cancer Moonshot' research initiative.
Irish EuroMillions Player Claims €66m Prize
An Irish lottery player has come forward to claim a massive €66 million share of the recent EuroMillions jackpot.
Oil Giant BP Slumps To £3.6bn Annual Loss
Oil giant BP reports a massive £3.6bn annual loss for 2015, driven by falling oil prices and ongoing costs from the 2010 Gulf of Mexico blast.
Japan adopts negative interest rate in surprise move
In a surprise economic move, the Bank of Japan has adopted a negative interest rate to stimulate lending and growth.
Disneyland Paris: Man arrested carrying two guns
A man was arrested at Disneyland Paris after security discovered two guns and ammunition in his luggage.
North Korea preparing long-range missile test, says Japanese report
Japanese reports indicate that North Korea may be preparing for a long-range missile test within the next week.
Yemen airstrikes: 'there are no sirens, you just hear the boom'
Civilians in Yemen describe the terror of relentless airstrikes as the conflict between Saudi-led coalitions and Houthi rebels intensifies.
EU migrant crisis: Sweden may reject 80,000 asylum claims
Sweden's interior minister warns that the country may reject up to 80,000 asylum applications, leading to mass deportations.
Germany's Jews mark Holocaust as new threat rises
As Germany’s dwindling survivors of Nazi death camps mark International Holocaust Remembrance Day Wednesday, they and younger members of the nation’s Jewish community are fearful of a new tide of anti-Semitism driven by old hatred and a new influx of Muslim refugees. Commemoratio
5 ways to customize your Android home screen
Learn how to customize your Android home screen by adding or removing app icons and widgets to suit your personal usage preferences.
Large chunk of metal washes up on Thai beach, possibly linked to MH370
Malaysian authorities urge caution after a large piece of debris washed up on a Thai beach, amid speculation it could be linked to flight MH370.
Pakistan attack: Vigils held for Bacha Khan University dead
Pakistan is mourning the victims of the Bacha Khan University attack, with vigils held across the country to honor the deceased students and faculty.
Magnitude 6.4 quake hits northwest China
A 6.4 magnitude earthquake struck northwestern China's Qinghai province, causing minor structural damage but resulting in no reported casualties.