After Victory, Putin Voices Desire for Better Ties with West
Russian President Vladimir Putin says he has no desire for an arms race.
DC Club Gives Learners Chance to Practice Japanese, Other Languages
As a language learner, what is one thing you wish you had more of a chance to do?
Illegal Immigrants Often Sent Home Without Much Planning
In July 2016, United States lawmakers met with former Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) Deputy Director Daniel Ragsdale.
The Health Benefits of Seaweed
Seaweed grows all over the world and people worldwide eat seaweed.
The Rise of the US Supreme Court
When Americans are angry and believe they are right about an issue, they might use this expression: “I’m going to take it all the way to the Supreme Court!”
In Bhutan, Gross National Happiness More Important
In the 1970s, the fourth king of Bhutan proposed an unusual method for measuring the country’s success.
Ancient People in South Africa Unharmed by Volcanic Eruption
About 74,000 years ago, the Mount Toba volcano erupted on what is now the Indonesian island of Sumatra.
Saudi Will Develop Nuclear Bomb if Iran Does
The crown prince of Saudi Arabia said his country will develop nuclear weapons if its rival Iran does.
Egypt’s President Struggles with Islamic State in Sinai
As Egypt prepares for a presidential election, the country continues to struggle with security in the Sinai Peninsula.
French Baker Fined For Working 7 Days a Week
The French department of Aube has fined the 41-year-old baker 3,000 euros, or about $3,600.