Not Many Syrian Refugees Welcomed in Russia
Tens of thousands of refugees from Syria continue to flee unrest by traveling to Europe and neighboring countries.
Report Shows Distrust and Division in Turkey
A new study of public opinion in Turkey shows deep divisions in how the Turkish people view their country and the world around them.
UN: Opium Grown in Afghanistan Down by 48%
The United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime says the amount of opium produced in Afghanistan has dropped by almost half compared to last year.
Middle East Violence Continues to Spread
Conflict in the Middle East continues to grow as violence spreads from various flashpoints.
Middle East Violence Continues to Spread: Yemen
In Yemen, the human rights group Amnesty International has investigated a series of airstrikes against Houthi rebels last summer.
Middle East Violence Continues to Spread: Israel and Palestine
In Jerusalem, Palestinians increased attacks on occupying Israel.
Russian-Made Missile Destroyed Flight MH17
International investigators say Malaysia Airlines flight MH17 was shot down last year by a Russian-made missile.
Air Accidents More Likely in Africa
Africa has about 5 percent of global air traffic but 20 percent of accidents and deaths in 2014.
Broken Glass Walkway Shatters Nerves in China
Imagine this. You are visiting a beautiful mountain somewhere in the countryside.
FIFA Suspends Blatter
President Sepp Blatter was suspended Thursday for 90 days by an ethics committee.