US Senate Votes to Debate Spying Legislation
The United States Senate has agreed to begin debate on a bill to reform how the nation fights terrorism.
Qatar Agrees to Continue Watching Five Taliban Members
A U.S. official says Qatar has agreed to temporarily extend travel and other restrictions on five top Taliban members.
Kerry to Return to US After Breaking Leg in Bike Accident
U.S. Secretary of State John Kerry returns home Monday after breaking his leg in a bicycle accident.
Could a Tattoo Cost You a Job?
In the 1960s U.S., a tattoo was usually a sign of anti-social or illegal activity.
Asia’s Boat People: Smuggled or Trafficked?
Reporters are following the story of Muslim Rohingya and Bangladeshis as they go overseas in search of a better future.
Group Helps US Children Learn About Healthy Foods
Our story begins at the John Burroughs Elementary School in Washington, DC. The school’s kindergarten students are staying late today — an hour after classes normally end.
FIFA President: Charges Bring Shame to Sport
FIFA President Sepp Blatter said corruption scandals within the world soccer organization have brought “shame and humiliation” on the sport.
Iranian FM Expresses Hope for Nuclear Deal
Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif said Thursday he his hopeful Iran and a group of world powers can reach a final agreement on his country’s nuclear program “within a reasonable period of time.”
President Obama Hosts Twitter Chat on Climate Change
Just a week after entering the Twitter world with his new handle, @POTUS, U.S. President Barack Obama was on Twitter Thursday answering questions on climate change.
Resounding Earth: Creating Music from Metal
Sometimes you can feel the ring of a bell from your head to your feet.