America Remembers Abraham Lincoln’s Assassination
This week, Americans remember an important date in history: one hundred fifty years ago, President Abraham Lincoln was killed.
Angelina Jolie Has Second Surgery to Prevent Cancer
Hollywood actress and filmmaker Angelina Jolie told the world this week that she had had another operation to reduce her chance of getting cancer.
Too Much Gaming Can Be a Pain in the Neck
Most children have heard their parents at one time or another yell “sit up straight!” or “don’t slouch!”
Obama Meets with Afghan President
President Barack Obama announced Tuesday that the U.S. will not reduce troop numbers in Afghanistan this year.
Prison Watchdog Group Watching US Jails
The United States has almost a fourth of the world’s prison population — more than two million people, to be exact.
Yemen Rebels Enter al-Dhalea
Yemen’s Shi’ite rebels made progress Tuesday in southern Yemen fighting with militias loyal to the country’s current president.
French Officials Say No Survivor in Plane Crash
An airplane carrying 150 passengers and crew crashed Tuesday in the French Alps.
Yemen Asks for Help as Rebels Head South
Soldiers loyal to Yemen’s president fought off Houthi rebels early Monday.
Singapore’s Founding Father Lee Kuan Yew Dies at 91
Former Singapore Prime Minister Lee Kuan Yew died early Monday. He was 91 years old.
Afghan Leaders Want Slower Withdrawal of US Forces
Afghanistan’s leaders are in the United States this week.