Bashar Assad Denies Iran's Involvement In Syrian Conflict
In an interview, Syrian President Bashar Assad said that Lebanon's Hezbollah was assisting the country in its fight against ISIS.
US, Philippines Begin Joint Drills Amid Rising Territorial Tensions In South China Sea
The drills, which are part of the U.S. military’s “Pacific Pathways” strategy, would witness the involvement of over 11,000 soldiers.
'Clinton Cash' To Shed Light On Bill And Hillary Clinton's 'Questionable Deals': Report
"Clinton Cash," to be released on May 5, will reportedly reveal details of financial transactions that "put millions" in the Clintons' pockets.
Honduras 'Most Dangerous Country' For Environmental Activists: Report
In 2014, Brazil recorded the highest number of killings of environmental activists.
Australia's 'Level Of Ambition' Over Emission Reduction Targets Questioned At UN
Many nations, including the U.S. and China, questioned Australia's commitment to reducing emissions.
Space Lasers To Remove Space Debris? Japanese Researchers Present Ambitious Plan
Nearly 3,000 tons of space debris, a collection of defunct parts of old satellites and spacecraft, is currently believed to be orbiting Earth.
Clashes With Security Forces In India's Jammu And Kashmir Kill 1, Injure Several
The incident happened during protests over the arrest of Kashmiri separatist leader Masarat Alam.
Climate Change: March Temperatures Break Records; 2015 Hottest Year To Date
Data in three separate analyses shows 2015 might break 2014's record as the hottest year ever.
At Least 33 Killed, 50 Injured In Blasts In Afghan City Of Jalalabad
The Islamic State group's claim of responsibility has not been confirmed, but, if true, the blasts would be the first attacks carried out by ISIS in Afghanistan.
Artificial Photosynthesis System Created From A Nanowire-Bacteria Hybrid
A nanowire-bacteria hybrid created by scientists in the U.S. could, in the near future, be used to produce drugs and biofuels.
Slain Charlie Hebdo Editor Slams 'Fraudsters Of Islamophobia' From Beyond The Grave
In a book published posthumously, Stéphane Charbonnier condemns those who say religion should be exempt from mockery and ridicule.
US Greenhouse Gas Emissions Increased Marginally In 2013 After Declining For 2 Years: EPA
The latest data come just months after the government announced new plans to cut net greenhouse gas emissions.
Columbia University Stands By Dr. Oz Despite Calls For Dismissal
A group of 10 doctors had earlier demanded that Mehmet Oz be fired from his faculty position at the Columbia University Medical Center.
EU Accuses Google Shopping Of Antitrust Violations, Opens Investigation Into Android
The European Union on Wednesday formally accused Google of abusing its dominant position by distorting Internet search results and favoring its products and services.
Alzheimer's Disease: Detection Of Immune System Link Raises Hopes For New Treatment
According to a new study, during the early stages of Alzheimer’s, immune system cells begin consuming arginine, an essential amino acid.
Self-Interacting Dark Matter Detected? Galactic Collisions Reveal Surprising Results
Until now, dark matter, which constitutes 85 percent of all matter in the cosmos, was believed to interact only through gravity.
Nokia To Buy French Rival Alcatel-Lucent For $16.6B
The $16.6 billion deal puts Nokia in a position to compete with Ericsson, which has a 30 percent share in wireless networks globally.
Aircraft Using NextGen Systems Vulnerable To Hacking, US Agency GAO Warns
A U.S. agency has warned in a new report that a plane's systems could be breached with a laptop or smartphone.
Dark Energy Survey's 'Dark Matter Maps' Back Existing Cosmological Theories
The maps, which cover just 0.4 percent of the sky, show the distribution of dark matter filaments and galactic clusters.
Haider Al-Abadi To Seek More US Aid In Fight Against ISIS During First Washington Visit
Iraq's prime minister is scheduled to make his first visit to the White House as U.S.-led airstrikes pound ISIS in the Middle East.
Singaporean Logical Puzzle Goes Viral: When Exactly Is Cheryl's Birthday?
A math problem, initially designed to test the mettle of 14- to 15-year-old participants of a Math Olympiad, has generated global interest.
Indian Defense Minister's Comments Raise Doubts Over Fate Of $20B Rafale Fighter Jet Deal
Days after Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced the purchase of 36 Rafale jets from France, doubts linger over the fate of a previous deal.
Australian Cabinet Approves Deployment Of Additional Troops To Iraq
The Australian government approved the deployment of 300 additional troops to Iraq, where they will train and assist the local military.
Four Corners Methane 'Hot Spot': NASA Joins Team Of Scientists Attempting To Pinpoint Source Of Gas
Between 2003 and 2009, methane emissions from the Four Corners region accounted for about 10 percent of yearly emissions in the country.
Iran Suspends Pilgrimage Flights To Saudi Arabia Over Sexual Assault Allegations
The move follows allegations that Saudi officials sexually assaulted two Iranian teenagers at Jeddah airport.
Gaza Conflicts 'Inevitable' Unless Israeli Blockade Is Lifted, New Report Warns
In a report released Monday, a coalition of international aid groups said that reconstruction work in the Gaza Strip is still painfully slow.
Jiang Jiemin, China's Former Energy Chief, Goes On Trial Over Corruption Charges
Jiang Jiemin, former chairman of China National Petroleum Corp, is accused of taking bribes and abuse of power.
Travelodge, British Hotel Chain, To Be Sold For $1.4B: Report
Sale of the company is likely to take place in the next nine to 12 months.
NASA Astronaut's POV GoPro Footage Shows What A Spacewalk Is Like
The complete footage, which is nearly two hours long, contains stunning, crystal clear images of Earth from 250 miles above.
Kashmir On Strike Against Plan To Rehabilitate Displaced Hindus In 'Israel-Type Settlements'
Under the proposed plan, tens of thousands of displaced Kashmiri Pandits would be resettled in self-contained "composite townships."