Thirteen Million Children out of School in Middle East, N. Africa
The United Nations says conflict in the Middle East and North Africa are keeping more than 13 million children in nine countries from attending school.
China Says Military will be Reduced at Anniversary Parade
China’s President Xi Jinping has announced military cuts at a parade marking the 70th anniversary of Japan’s surrender in World War Two.
Roman Catholic Leader Calls for Abortion Pardons
The leader of the Roman Catholic Church has called on priests to forgive what the church considers a serious sin, abortion.
North Korea Denies Apology for Landmine Incident
North Korea’s National Defense Commission has denied apologizing for a landmine explosion that injured two South Koreans.
War Crimes Trial Begins for Congolese Rebel Leader
A former Congolese rebel leader has pleaded not guilty to charges of war crimes and crimes against humanity at the International Criminal Court in the Hague.
Migrant Crisis Shows Effects in Budapest
More than 2,000 people have been unable to travel from the main international train station in Budapest, Hungary.
Europe Struggles With Migrant Wave
Europe is trying to deal with what is being called its biggest wave of migrants since World War Two.
Thai Officials Arrest Bombing Suspect
Thailand’s Prime Minister Prayuth Chan-ocha says a suspect matching the description of the bomber of a shrine in Bangkok has been arrested.
Protesters Call for the Ouster of Lebanon’s Environment Minister
Reuters news agency reports that Lebanese protesters occupied the environment ministry in the capital Beirut on Tuesday.
Thai Officials Announce More Arrest Orders for Bombing Suspects
Thai officials are seeking two additional people in connection with their investigation of a deadly bombing in Bangkok.