International Olympic Committee Announces Candidate Cities for 2024 Games
The International Olympic Committee has announced five finalists under consideration to hold the 2024 Summer Olympic Games.
Cambodia: No-Cheating Exam Rule Is Working
For the most part, it seems, the new rules stopped the cheating that has taken place for years during exams in Cambodia.
US Warns North Korea for Restarting Nuclear Operations
The United States is warning North Korea against “irresponsible provocations” after North Korea said it had restarted normal operations at its Yongbyon nuclear center.
Taliban Free Hundreds of Prisoners in Afghanistan
Taliban fighters have raided a prison in eastern Afghanistan.
Egyptian Forces Kill Two Mexicans
Egyptian security forces have killed 12 people, including Mexicans, in Egypt’s western desert.
Malaysia Arrests Three People in Connection with Bangkok Bombing
Malaysian officials say they have arrested three people in connection with the deadly bombing last month in Bangkok, Thailand.
Okinawa Governor to Cancel Permits for new US Military Base
The governor of Japan’s southern island of Okinawa says he will cancel permits for building a new United States air base on Okinawa.
Queen Elizabeth II Poised to Be Britain’s Longest Serving Ruler
Queen Elizabeth II is set to reach an important milestone this week – becoming Britain’s longest-ruling head of state.
Issues Collide Over Europe’s Migrant Crisis
Europe’s migrant crisis has brought the situation of hundreds of thousands of people fleeing conflict or seeking a better life to the world’s attention.
US Senate Democrats Vote to Protect Iran Nuclear Deal
The United States Senate has blocked a resolution to reject the agreement between world powers and Iran.