FIFA Bans Blatter, European Soccer Chief
The International Football Association’s ethics committee banned its president, Sepp Blatter, from the organization for eight years on Monday.
Black actress from England cast as Hermione
Fans of the “Harry Potter” books and movies got to know actor Emma Watson, who played the character Hermione.
Star Wars opening sets records
People lined up all week just to see, “Star Wars: The Force Awakens.”
More Than 90 Reported Missing in Landslide in China
Officials in China say 91 people are missing after a landslide in the southern city of Shenzhen Sunday morning.
Taliban Attack Kills Six US Soldiers
A U.S. military official said six American soldiers were killed Monday in a suicide bomb attack in Afghanistan.
Miss Universe Pageant Mixes Up Crown
There was a surprising finish to this year’s Miss Universe pageant.
College Rankings Look at Many Factors
Students in the United States usually start their college search by looking at rankings.
Apollo 11 Spacecraft Lands in Your Smartphone
Back in 1969, it was the Apollo 11 crew who flew to the moon in a spaceship.
Three Women Get US Human Rights Award
Three women with Muslim backgrounds have won an important international human-rights prize.
UN Security Council Votes to Restrict IS Funding
The United Nations Security Council approved measures Thursday to restrict how the Islamic State militant group raises money.