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.
New Report says Sanders Leading Clinton Among Iowa Democrats
A new political survey shows U.S. Senator Bernie Sanders is the most popular presidential candidate among likely Democratic Party voters in Iowa.
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.
US to Accept 10,000 Syrian Refugees in Coming Year
The United States said Thursday it will accept at least 10,000 Syrian refugees in the coming year.
Rebel Attack on Syrian Air Base Kills 56 Soldiers
Al-Qaida-led rebels killed 56 Syrian government soldiers during an attack on an air base in Idlib province.
Chinese Leader Notes ‘Difficulties’ Facing Economy, But No ‘Hard Landing’
Chinese Premier Li Keqiang says his country’s economy is facing “a number of difficulties and downward pressure.”
Heavy Flooding, Rescues as Rain Hits Japan
Heavy rains in central and northern Japan caused major flooding Thursday.