Chinese Astronauts Begin Month-Long Stay in Space
China launched two astronauts into space on Monday.
Indian Police Make Arrests in Plot to Steal Money from Americans
Last week, Indian police arrested at least 70 people suspected of stealing money from people in the United States.
Thailand’s Long Serving King Dies
Thailand is mourning King Bhumibol Adulyadej.
EU Launches New Border Force to Slow New Arrivals
He notes the force came to exist just nine months after it was first proposed.
India’s Dalits Seek an End to Social Barriers
Nearly every day, there is a news story about an attack on members of India’s Dalit community.
Japanese Scientist Wins Nobel in Medicine
Yushinori Ohsumi of Japan has won the 2016 Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine.
Investigators: Missile That Hit Malaysian Airliner in 2014 Came from Russia
International investigators say a missile transported to Ukraine from Russia was responsible for shooting down Malaysia Airlines Flight MH17.
China to Trade its Currency in US
China has established a clearing center for its money in the United States.
China’s Involvement in British Nuclear Power Plant Debated
British Prime Minister Theresa May will let a Chinese company invest in Britain’s Hinkley Point C nuclear power center.
US, China Look at Chinese Company’s Trade with North Korea
Chinese and U.S. officials are said to be investigating a Chinese business with ties to North Korea.