Emergency Declared in Four Areas of Myanmar
Officials in Myanmar say 46 people have died in several days of flooding and landslides.
Economic Concerns in Greece, China Weigh on Share Prices
The value of stocks on the Athens Stock Exchange dropped sharply Monday after the exchange opened for the first time in five weeks.
Kerry Hears Concerns About Iran Nuclear Agreement
U.S. Secretary of State John Kerry is hearing concerns about the agreement reached with Iran last month to limit its nuclear activities.
Solar Activity Can Affect Communication, Power on Earth
Scientists who study the sun watch for sunspots — violent storms that can affect communications, navigation systems and even electric power stations on Earth.
Louisiana Using BP Settlement Money to Restore Coast
Five years ago, work crews successfully stopped a major oil spill in the Gulf of Mexico.
US Calls Fight Against Human Trafficking a ‘Must Win’
The United States has promised not to give up its fight against human trafficking.
Folk to Rock: When Dylan Went Electric
Fifty years ago, the well-loved musician Bob Dylan played at the Newport Folk Festival and was widely booed.
Taliban Confirms Death of Leader Mullah Omar
The Taliban officially confirmed Thursday that its founder and leader, Mullah Omar, is dead.
Boko Haram Hostages Rescued
The Nigerian army said Thursday it rescued 59 women, children, and older men who had been captured by Islamic militants.
Huge Jump in Support for Presidential Candidate Donald Trump
The latest voter study shows American businessman Donald Trump with a big lead in the Republican Party presidential race.