It’s a Boy! Britain Celebrates New Royal Baby
The new baby is Queen Elizabeth II’s sixth great-grandchild.
Door Opens for New Tourism in South China Sea
Foreign travelers could also help China politically.
Russia Blocks Telegram Messaging Service
Russia has begun enforcing a nationwide ban on the popular messaging service Telegram.
US Strike on Syria Sends Mixed Messages to North Korea
The recent United States missile strikes against Syria could increase pressure on North Korea to give up its nuclear weapons.
American Clergyman Denies Terror Links, Spying in Turkish Court
An American clergyman jailed in Turkey since December 2016 went on trial Monday.
Congo’s Artists Struggle for Recognition
The arts world in the Democratic Republic of Congo is very active.
Brazil High Court Rejects Lula Appeal to Stay Out of Jail
Brazil’s highest court rejected former president Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva’s request Thursday to not go to prison.
Presidents of Russia, Turkey, Iran Meet on Syria
The leaders of Russia, Iran and Turkey have promised to increase efforts to end unrest in Syria.
In Trade Dispute, China Put Import Taxes on US Goods
China has increased import taxes on $3 billion of American products in reaction to recent United States trade policies.
US Investigation Puts Pressure on Burmese Refugees
The United States Government has begun investigating possible identity fraud among Burmese refugees, a move that has frightened the immigrant community.