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Nov 17, 2015 5 min read

Harley Davidson offers members of military free riding academy training

Harley-Davidson is extending its free riding academy training program for U.S. military personnel and veterans through 2016.

Nov 17, 2015 6 min read

Iraq warned of imminent assault before Paris attacks

Iraqi intelligence officials reportedly warned coalition members of imminent attacks just one day before the deadly Paris tragedy occurred.

Nov 17, 2015 8 min read

Manhunt for suspected Paris killer underway as his brother talks

A massive manhunt continues for Paris massacre suspect Salah Abdeslam, as his brother Mohamed speaks out about the family's shock and uncertainty.

Nov 13, 2015 5 min read

US B52 bombers flew near China-built island in South China Sea: Pentagon

US B52 bombers conducted a routine flight near Chinese-built islands in the South China Sea, drawing contact from Chinese ground controllers.

Nov 13, 2015 7 min read

Pentagon chief fires military assistant, cites misconduct allegations

Defense Secretary Ash Carter has fired his top military aide, Lt. Gen. Ron Lewis, following serious allegations of misconduct.

Nov 13, 2015 5 min read

UN wants clarification of report UAE broke Libya arms embargo

The UN is seeking clarification following reports that the UAE allegedly violated the arms embargo on Libya.

Oct 27, 2015 7 min read

China warns US after Navy ship passes disputed islands claimed by Beijing

China's Foreign Ministry reacted angrily Tuesday after a U.S. Navy ship passed within 12 nautical miles of disputed islands in the South China Sea late Monday in an apparent challenge to Beijing's territorial claims in the region. The ministry said that authorities monitored and

Oct 19, 2015 6 min read

One dead, several hurt after shooting, knife attack on Israeli bus station

A terrorist attack at a bus station in Beersheba, Israel, has left one person dead and several others wounded.

Oct 16, 2015 4 min read

US drone strikes killing many more than intended, report says

A new report from The Intercept reveals that U.S. drone strikes in Afghanistan often resulted in high civilian casualty rates.

Oct 14, 2015 4 min read

Portugal makes no headway on forming a government as parties jockey for position

Portugal's political parties remain deadlocked following the October 4 election, with no clear path to forming a stable government.

Oct 8, 2015 6 min read

With mass mobilizations, North Korea prepares for big celebration of ruling party anniversary

North Korea is preparing for a massive military parade and celebration to mark the 70th anniversary of its ruling party.

Oct 8, 2015 5 min read

EXCLUSIVE: Russian jets 'intercept' US predator drones over Syria, officials say

U.S. officials report that Russian fighter jets have intercepted American predator drones over Syria on multiple occasions.

Sep 26, 2015 5 min read

Islamist charged in destruction of Timbuktu mausoleums sent to International Criminal Court

Ahmad Al Mahdi Al Faqi, an alleged Islamic extremist, has been transferred to the International Criminal Court for destroying historic Timbuktu sites.

Sep 26, 2015 7 min read

Spain: A look at the Catalonia secession drive for a new nation, Sunday's independence vote

BARCELONA, Spain – Catalan secessionists pushed for years for an independence referendum that Spain's central government refused to allow. Now secessionists hope that Sunday's regional parliament elections will put Catalonia on the road toward breaking away. Polls show pro-secess

Sep 26, 2015 8 min read

iPhone 6s: Where, when and how to buy one

Apple's iPhone 6s and 6s Plus are now available for purchase in the US. Learn how to secure your device through Apple Stores or carrier upgrades.

Sep 26, 2015 7 min read

US, Australia embassies warn of Malaysia terror threat

Malaysian police have detained three individuals following terror threat warnings issued by the US and Australian embassies for Kuala Lumpur.

Sep 26, 2015 5 min read

Iran blames Saudi Arabia for over 700 killed in hajj stampede

Tensions escalate between Iran and Saudi Arabia after a tragic stampede during the Hajj pilgrimage claimed the lives of over 700 people.

Sep 26, 2015 5 min read

Iran blames Saudi Arabia for over 700 killed in hajj stampede

Iran has criticized Saudi Arabia following a deadly stampede during the Hajj pilgrimage that resulted in over 700 deaths.

Sep 26, 2015 7 min read

NASA releases stunning image of a supernova's remnants

NASA's Hubble Space Telescope has captured a stunning new image of the Veil Nebula, the remnants of a massive supernova explosion.

Sep 21, 2015 6 min read

US reportedly may abstain from UN vote condemning Cuba embargo

The Obama administration is considering abstaining from a UN vote that condemns the long-standing US trade embargo against Cuba.