Suicide Bombing Kills 21 in Central Baghdad
The Islamic State group has said that it responsible for a series of suicide bombings in the Iraqi capital that killed at least 21 people.
Major Earthquake in Chile Leads to Tsunami Warnings
Officials in Chile now say at least ten people were killed in a powerful earthquake Wednesday night.
Country Music Women Put Men in Their Place
American country music lyrics often describe women as they might appear in men’s dreams.
Cambodia: No-Cheating Exam Rule Is Working
For the most part, it seems, the new rules stopped the cheating that has taken place for years during exams in Cambodia.
International Olympic Committee Announces Candidate Cities for 2024 Games
The International Olympic Committee has announced five finalists under consideration to hold the 2024 Summer Olympic Games.
US Warns North Korea for Restarting Nuclear Operations
The United States is warning North Korea against “irresponsible provocations” after North Korea said it had restarted normal operations at its Yongbyon nuclear center.
Okinawa Governor to Cancel Permits for new US Military Base
The governor of Japan’s southern island of Okinawa says he will cancel permits for building a new United States air base on Okinawa.
Malaysia Arrests Three People in Connection with Bangkok Bombing
Malaysian officials say they have arrested three people in connection with the deadly bombing last month in Bangkok, Thailand.
Egyptian Forces Kill Two Mexicans
Egyptian security forces have killed 12 people, including Mexicans, in Egypt’s western desert.
Taliban Free Hundreds of Prisoners in Afghanistan
Taliban fighters have raided a prison in eastern Afghanistan.