EU To Propose Migrant Quotas, UK Strongly Opposes Move
The European Union's 28 member nations would be required to share the responsibility of housing thousands of refugees.
Malaysia Airlines' New CEO Warns Of Cutbacks, Layoffs In Massive Restructuring
In a memo dated Tuesday, the airline's CEO Christoph Mueller said, "We simply have not enough work for all of you."
UK Elections 2015: Markets, Pound Rally On Conservative Party Win
U.K. markets and the pound jumped amid news that the Conservative Party would likely win a clear majority and be able to govern by itself.
Mhairi Black Of SNP Becomes Youngest British MP In Centuries
Mhairi Black's victory upset the Labour Party's 70-year hold on the seat and comes amid a major landslide win for the Scottish Nationalist Party.
Vietnam Reclaiming Land In Disputed South China Sea, Satellite Images Show
The scope of the reclamation appeared to be significantly smaller than China's ongoing projects in the South China Sea.
Powerful Earthquake Hits Papua New Guinea, Solomon Islands; Tsunami Warning Lifted
A tsunami warning, which was lifted about an hour later, was issued for the region by the Pacific Tsunami Warning Center.
UKIP Founder Alan Sked Slams Party For Racism And Xenophobia In Op-Ed, Says He 'Created A Monster'
UKIP founder Alan Sked condemned the party's rightward shift, accusing it of abandoning its anti-bureaucracy ideals.
Lenovo Exposed Users To 'Massive Security Risk,' Security Update To Address Flaw Released
The flaws allow malicious commands to run on a Lenovo machine, or malware to be installed as official updates.
Georgia Sheriff Charged With Misdemeanor In Shooting Of Real Estate Agent, Released On $2,950 Bond
Clayton County Sheriff Victor Hill was later released on a $2,950 bond on Wednesday night.
38 Million People Internally Displaced By Violence Worldwide: Report
Iraqi civilians suffered the worst displacement in 2014, as at least 2.2 million people fled their homes.
Germany Arrests 4 For Plotting Anti-Muslim Attacks
Three men and one woman have been arrested for their role in plotting the bombings of mosques and prominent Islamists in Germany.
Australian Prime Minister Tony Abbott's Office Slams Report On Events Surrounding Gay Ambassador's Resignation
Ambassador Stephen Brady's resignation was reportedly denied, and Prime Minister Tony Abbott later dismissed the incident as overblown.
British UKIP Candidate Robert Blay Suspended After Threatening To Shoot Tory Rival Ranil Jayawardena
Robert Blay had accused Ranil Jayawardena of not being "British enough" and threatened to "personally put a bullet in him."
Oregon Tightens Background Checks For Gun Sales
The new law would require private individuals to undergo background checks when selling firearms to each other.
ISIS Claims Responsibility For Texas Art Exhibit Shooting
The Islamic State group also warned the U.S. of "more bitter and harder" attacks in the future. The extremist group's claim is being investigated.
South China Sea Dispute: China Accuses Philippines Of Violating Code Of Conduct
The Philippines foreign ministry said that Beijing was accusing Manila to justify its own reclamation work.
'Django Unchained' Actress Daniele Watts To Apologize To LA Police Over Racial Profiling Allegations
In September, Watts had accused the police officers of racially profiling her in a lewd conduct case.
Former CIA Official Michael Morell Says GOP Distorted Benghazi Intelligence In New Book
Michael Morell, former CIA deputy chief, was critical of both the GOP and the White House's actions surrounding the 2012 attack in his new book.
European Leaders Seek Australian Advice On Migrant Crisis
Australia's immigrant detention policy has been strongly condemned by rights groups, but the government says it is necessary to fight trafficking.
Saudi Arabia Denies Reports Of Ground Troops In Yemen To Fight Against Houthi Rebels
Dozens of Arab troops were seen arriving in Aden to defend the city against the Houthis and their allies, according to media reports.
Earthquake Strikes New Zealand's South Island
No injuries or damages were immediately reported after the 5.6-magnitude earthquake.
Nepal Set To Resume Everest Climbs By Next Week
The government had previously closed the Mount Everest route after another avalanche last year killed 16 sherpa guides.
German Intelligence Agency BND Helped NSA Spy On France, EU: Reports
Local reports alleged that the government of Chancellor Angela Merkel was aware of NSA's activities.
Mali Peacekeepers Repel Rebels From Timbuktu
There have been reports of skirmishes in Mali between rebel groups and U.N. peacekeeping forces despite ongoing peace talks.
California Senate Fails To Pass Soda Warning Label Bill SB 203
The law would have addressed California's spiraling diabetes rate, which has jumped in recent years.
Indonesia Dismissive About Australian Outrage Over Bali Nine Executions
Indonesia's attorney general defended the latest executions as part of its ongoing "war" on drug trafficking.
Japan's Takeda Agrees To $2.4B Settlement In Diabetes Drug Actos Lawsuit Over Cancer Risk Allegations
Takeda said it would stand by its diabetes drug Actos, which litigants said was linked to increased bladder cancer risk.
Andrew Lesnie, 'The Lord Of The Rings' Oscar-Winning Cinematographer, Dies At 59
Lesnie worked with acclaimed filmmakers including George Miller, Peter Jackson and Russell Crowe during his nearly 40-year career.
Massive Fire Raging Near Chernobyl Reactor, Ukrainian Authorities Suspect Arson
Hundreds of firefighters, supported by trucks and helicopters, are battling the blaze.
Finland Deploys Depth Charges Against Suspected Submarine Near Helsinki
The incident comes less than a year after two suspected submarines were spotted near Swedish sovereign territory last year.
