Suicide Bomber Attacks in Luxor, Egypt
A suicide attacker exploded a bomb Wednesday near the ancient Karnak temple in southern Egypt.
FIFA Suspends Bidding for 2026 World Cup
The world soccer organization, FIFA, said it has suspended the bidding process for the 2026 World Cup.
Chinese Officials Use Drone to Stop Cheating on Exam
Chinese officials are taking high-tech action against high-tech cheaters on the national college entrance test.
White House Press Briefing Room Cleared – Briefly
U.S. Secret Service agents cleared reporters from the White House briefing room Tuesday following a bomb threat.
Obama, Abadi: Quicker training needed for Iraqi Troops
U.S. President Barack Obama met with Iraqi Prime Minister Haider al-Abadi in Germany Monday.
HSBC to dismiss tens of thousands of workers
One of the world’s largest banks, HSBC, is planning to dismiss up to 50,000 employees.
Former Lawmaker Pleads Not Guilty of Financial Wrongdoing
Dennis Hastert, former speaker of the U.S. House of Representatives, told a court Tuesday that he is not guilty of federal charges against him.
Fighting Obesity Is a Long-Term, Complex Problem
For the past 15 years, experts on obesity have gathered in Plymouth, England to attend a conference.
G7 Leaders to Continue Sanctions on Russia
Leaders of seven industrial countries have opened a second day of talks in Germany.
Ruling Party in Turkey Loses Parliamentary Majority
Turkey’s ruling Justice and Development Party lost its majority in Parliament in voting on Sunday.