US Opens Investigation of Lion Kill
The United States government said Thursday it would investigate the killing in Zimbabwe of a protected lion.
Afghan Government: Taliban Leader Mullah Omar Died in 2013
Afghan government officials said Wednesday that Taliban chief Mullah Omar is dead.
U.S. Lawmakers Seek Details of Iran Inspection Group
U.S. lawmakers urged top administration officials Wednesday to provide details about the group that is to enforce a nuclear deal with Iran.
Turkey Hits Kurdish Militants in Iraq
Turkish warplanes bombarded Kurdish militants in northern Iraq Wednesday.
Zimbabweans Linked to Illegal Lion Kill Appear in Court
Two Zimbabweans arrested for illegally hunting a protected lion named Cecil appeared in a court in Harare Wednesday.
Why Do Mosquitoes Choose to Bite You?
Mosquitoes have an extraordinary ability to target humans far away and fly straight to their unprotected skin.
Obama Speaks to African Union on Last Day of Africa Trip
U.S. President Barack Obama ended his East Africa trip Tuesday with a speech to the African Union.
EU Foreign Policy Chief Visits Iran
European Union foreign policy chief Federica Mogherini is in Iran.
North Korean Official: No Interest in Nuclear Talks
North Korea’s ambassador to China says his country is not interested in international negotiations about its nuclear program.
U.S. to Release Israeli Spy
The lawyers for an Israeli spy said Tuesday that U.S. officials have decided to release him in November.