New Group Tells British Government to Speed Up Break with Europe
Three months ago, voters in the United Kingdom decided to withdraw from the European Union.
North Korea Faces Condemnation Over Fifth Nuclear Test
The United States and its allies are reacting to North Korea’s latest nuclear test.
Paralympic Games Begin in Brazil
Rio de Janeiro is home for the next 11 days to thousands of athletes competing in the 2016 Paralympic Games.
Laos Struggles Between China, Vietnam
U.S. President Barack Obama arrived in Laos Monday for a three-day visit to the Southeast Asian country.
” Water Pollution Puts Over 300 Million at Risk”
More than 300 million people in Africa, Asia and Latin America are at risk of life-threatening diseases such as cholera and typhoid.
Michel Temer Sworn In as President of Brazil
Brazil’s new president has appealed for national unity after lawmakers voted to remove Dilma Rousseff from the office Wednesday.
Kerry: Stopping Corruption Key to Fighting Extremism
U.S. Secretary of State John Kerry says the best way for governments to stop extremist groups is to fight corruption and reduce poverty.
Study Finds Millennials ‘Optimistic’ About the Future
A new public opinion survey of young people around the world finds they are optimistic about the world and support progressive, or liberal, values.
China Plans More Island-Building in South China Sea
State-controlled media in China recently reported that the government is trying to reach an agreement with other nations on operations in the South China Sea.
Thailand’s Tourism Industry Works to Recover from Attacks
Officials in Thailand are working to help the tourism industry in several provinces affected by deadly bombings earlier this month.