At Least 36 Dead in Philippines Boat Accident
Philippine officials said at least 36 people are dead and more are missing after a passenger boat capsized in the central part of the country.
Uber Making a Big Push to Win Over Chinese Consumers
The car-sharing service Uber reported in June it is receiving one million requests for rides every day in China.
Average Americans Gave Away Billions in 2014
Last year, Americans again showed they are generous people.
U.S. and Cuba to Reopen Embassies
U.S. President Barack Obama said Wednesday the United States and Cuba plan to reopen embassies in Washington and Havana later this month.
Islamic State Group Claims Attacks in Egypt’s Sinai
An Egyptian group connected to the Islamic State militants claimed responsibility for attacks Wednesday in the Sinai Peninsula.
Liberian President Calls New Ebola Case “Disturbing”
Liberia has confirmed two mores case of Ebola, a few days after a young boy died from the virus.
U.S. Advances to World Cup Final
The U.S. women’s soccer team has advanced to the final game of the FIFA World Cup tournament in Canada.
Drug-Resistant Tuberculosis Less Likely to Spread
The number of multi-drug-resistant tuberculosis cases is rising.
Iran Nuclear Talks Deadline Extended
Negotiations on Iran’s nuclear program have been extended until July 7, U.S. officials said Tuesday.
US, Brazil to Work Together on Climate Change
President Obama and Brazilian President Dilma Rousseff met at the White House Tuesday.