US Court Fines Palestinian Authority, PLO $655M For Decade-Old Attacks In Israel
The two cases, which deal with attacks in Israel during the Second Intifada, had been the subject of a long legal dispute over jurisdiction.
Global Banks Under Investigation For Alleged Price Rigging Of Precious Metals: Report
The U.S. Department of Justice is investigating 10 major banks over allegations of price-fixing of precious metals.
Yemen's Deposed President Hadi Withdraws Resignation, Gulf Countries Express Support
The Houthi rebels who overthrew Hadi's government have found themselves increasingly isolated since coming to power.
Top Muslim Cleric Calls For Educational Reforms To Combat Extremism
Ahmad al-Tayyeb, Imam of the Al-Azhar Mosque in Cairo, also alleged an international conspiracy behind extremist interpretations of Islam.
Greece Set To Target Oligarchs And Criminals In New Tax Plan: Reports
The plan is part of a set of reforms Greece is set to deliver to its creditors later on Monday.
Two Thai Nationals Jailed For Insulting Royal Family In University Play
The number of arrests made under Thailand's controversial "lese majeste" laws has increased since the 2014 coup.
North Korea Bans Foreigners From Annual Marathon Over Ebola Concerns
North Korea banned foreign nationals from participating in the annual event, scheduled for April, citing fears over the spread of Ebola.
'Anti-Maidan' Rally In Moscow Expected To Draw Thousands
The demonstration is being held on the first anniversary of the Euromaidan movement's overthrow of Ukraine's former President Viktor Yanukovych.
Yemen's Ex-President Abed Rabbo Mansour Hadi Allowed To Leave Sanaa
Abed Rabbo Mansour Hadi, who had been under house arrest for several weeks, was released Saturday.
Syrian Civil War: UN May Release List Of Alleged Perpetrators Of War Crimes
The United Nations may release a previously withheld list of alleged war criminals to hold parties accountable.
West Coast Port Employers, Unions Reach Deal To End Labor Dispute
The tentative five-year accord would end a labor dispute that had disrupted major trade routes for months.
Ashton Carter Arrives In Afghanistan To Review Troop Drawdown
The Defense Secretary had previously said that he may reconsider President Obama's timetable for withdrawing troops from Afghanistan.
Researchers Enlarge Mouse Brains With Bits Of Human DNA
Scientists say they plan to study the behavior of the mice into adulthood to see the effect of their larger brains.
Greece Enters Last Minute Talks With Eurozone
Greece is set to enter a crucial round of talks with finance ministers from the eurozone in Brussels on Friday.
Yemen's Political Factions To Form 'People's Transitional Council': UN
The Houthis had previously announced the creation of a five-member "presidential council," a move that was not recognized by the U.N.
Iraq Planning To Retake Mosul From ISIS With Up To 25,000 Troops: Reports
An unnamed official from the U.S. Central Command claimed that ISIS was "losing ground every day" in Iraq.
Russian Bombers Intercepted Off UK Coast
This is the second time in as many months that Russian jets have been warned off from the U.K.
Afghan Taliban Ready To Hold Peace Talks With US In Qatar: Reports
The U.S. has not yet officially confirmed reports of the proposed peace talks.
Jerome Kersey, Former NBA Player And Portland Trail Blazers Legend, Dies At 52
Jerome Kersey, a former NBA player who helped the Portland Trail Blazers reach two NBA Finals, died on Wednesday.
White House Accuses Israel Of 'Distorting' Truth Of U.S.-Iran Nuclear Negotiations
The U.S. government accused Israel of attempting to mislead the public by "cherry-picking" facts.
Pinterest Eyes $11B Valuation, To Raise $500M In Fresh Funds: Report
The five-year-old company recently announced that it would roll out sponsored content as a way of getting revenue.
Geneva Police Raid HSBC Offices, Launch Investigation Into Alleged Laundering Activities
The bank is already facing criminal investigation in the U.S., France, Belgium and Argentina.
Afghan Civilian Casualties Surged In 2014 As Ground Battles Intensifed: UN
A U.N. investigation found that larger combat operations near population centers were responsible for the spike in civilian casualties.
Three Men, Part Of Alleged Child Trafficking Ring, Arrested In California
Authorities believe there are more traffickers still at large in the region.
Japan Post To Buy Australian Toll Holdings For $5.1B
The move is seen as part of the company's effort to expand its Asian transportation network.
Libyan Planes Denied Permission To Enter Egyptian Airspace; Egypt Refutes Claim
Several other countries have also banned their airspace to Libyan planes since Tripoli airport fell to Islamist militants in August.
Suicide Bombing In Afghanistan Kills At Least 20 Police Officers, Taliban Claims Responsibility
In recent months, Taliban insurgents have focused their attacks on local security forces.
Egyptian President Sisi Calls For International Coalition To Fight ISIS In Libya
The move comes soon after Egypt launched a series of airstrikes on Islamic State group targets in Libya.
Federal Judge Blocks Obama's Executive Action On Immigration Until Lawsuit From 26 States Is Resolved
The Department of Homeland Security said it would stop accepting applications for deferred action on deportation.
Japan Pledges $15.5M In Counter-Terror Aid; Doubles Previous Amount In Response To Beheadings By ISIS
The money, which doubles last month's pledged amount, is earmarked for strengthening security in the Middle East and North Africa.
