Zimbabwe Denies Reports of Mugabe Heart Attack
The government of Zimbabwe is denying a report that President Robert Mugabe has suffered a heart attack.
Apple Rejects Order About Attacker’s iPhone
Apple says it will fight the U.S. government about sharing information from the iPhone used by a shooter in a deadly attack in California.
Sierra Leone Investigates Foreign Waste Agreement
The government of Sierra Leone is investigating an agreement to import waste from Lebanon.
Russians Hurt By Falling Oil Prices, Sanctions
Russia’s economy is struggling at the beginning of 2016.
After Prisoner Exchange with Iran, US Imposes Limited Sanctions
A day after lifting economic sanctions against Iran for meeting the terms of the nuclear agreement, the U.S. announced new, limited sanctions against several Iranian citizens and companies for helping Iran’s ballistic missile program.
Technology Provides New Tools for Blind Students in Kenya
In Kenya, blind students and those with poor eyesight were still using Braille books for their studies until recently.
Maine Lobster Becoming Popular in China
The American seafood staple of Maine lobster, or “lobsta” as they say in Maine, is becoming very popular on Asian dining tables.
Oscars Nominations Announced
The nominations for the year’s Academy Awards have been announced.
How Do People Spend Their Lottery Winnings?
If you are lucky enough to win America’s Powerball lottery jackpot Wednesday night, you could take home all or part of an estimated $1.5 billion.
Alan Rickman Dies
British actor Alan Rickman has died after a battle with cancer.