Under Kim Jong Un, North Korea Destroys Banned Music, Creates Orchestra To Play Official Tunes
In North Korea, brassy orchestra tunes are replacing music deemed threatening to Kim Jong Un. The backlash: new interest in censored songs.
Greece Update: Troika Security In Athens Heavy As Creditors Meet Over Bailout Agreement
The so-called troika is vastly unpopular with Greeks, who have angrily protested the creditors’ presence in the past.
Rising Cost Of Health Care: Obamacare Insurance Premiums To Increase As State Exchanges Face Losses, Even Closure
Across the board, health insurance rates are expected to increase next year.
As Hepatitis C Cases Triple In Tennessee, Outbreak Prompts Public Health Warning
In Tennessee, acute cases of Hepatitis C have more than tripled in the past seven years.
Confederate Flag In Georgia Video: Douglasville Birthday Party For Black Child Interrupted By Trucks With Confederacy Images, Police Investigate
Trucks bearing Confederate flags drove by a black child's birthday party reportedly using racial epithets.
California Right-To-Die Lawsuit Dismissed: Physician-Assisted Suicide Should Be Addressed In Legislature, Judge Rules
California's legislature, not its courts, must decide on whether to allow physician-assisted suicide, San Diego Superior Court Judge Gregory Pollack ruled.
Islamic State Militants In Egypt: ISIS Sinai Branch Skilled And Deadly, Israeli Military Official Says
Little is known about Wilayat Sinai's organization and leadership.
What Is NATO's Article 4? Why Turkey Called For Consultations Under Rarely Used Provision
The provision seems broad and even vague, allowing simply for consultations when a NATO member feels threatened.
No More Sugary Drinks? UK Supermarket Tesco Plans To Stop Selling Capri Sun, Other Juices Amid Childhood Obesity Crisis
Nearly a third of children in Britain are overweight or obese.
NYC Restaurant Week 2015: Best Deals, Bookings, Photo Contests And Everything Else Foodies Need To Know
More than 350 restaurants participate in Restaurant Week. Here's how to narrow down your options.
Tennessee Shooting Sparks Fear Of Backlash For Muslims, National Group Issues Warning For Eid Prayers
Condemning Thursday's deadly attack in Tennessee supersedes any worries about an anti-Muslim backlash, Muslim-Americans say.
Mohammod Youssuf Abdulazeez Shooting: Eid Celebration Cancelled At Chattanooga Mosque Where Accused Gunman Prayed
The event, which normally draws about 1,000 people, was canceled out of respect for the victims in Thursday's shooting.
Medicaid Expansion Alaska: Gov. Bill Walker Announces Unilateral Action To Expand Health Insurance For Low-Income Adults
The state's lawmakers have rejected multiple efforts to do so through legislation.
Iran Deal 2015: Israel And Saudi Arabia Offer Contrasting Responses
Both Saudi Arabia and Israel dislike Tuesday's deal with Iran, but the difference in their tones could not be more stark.
ISIS Expansion: War Game Projects Islamic State Will Grow Regionally, Encountering Little Resistance
“Few countries are willing or able to counter ISIS as a global phenomenon,” simulations found.
After Iran Nuclear Deal, Saudi Demands Could Pivot Toward Palestine
The odds appear slim, even though some officials expressed optimism.
Iran Nuclear Deal: Lifting Sanctions Could Transform Business For Pharmaceutical Companies, Ease Financial Roadblocks
Key changes after the lifting of sanctions would not occur in the pharma industry but in the Iranian banks that serve it.
Under Kim Jong Un, Numerous North Korean Leaders Fired Or Executed In Vast Reshuffling Of Senior Officials
The leader has reportedly executed about 70 leaders since coming to power.
Running Of The Bulls 2015: Best Photos From San Fermin Festival's Encierro In Pamplona, Spain
No one died in this year's Running of the Bulls.
Obama China President Meeting: Petition Seeks To Cancel Visit From Xi Jinping, Citing Dozens Of Arrests
In four days, more than 60 human rights lawyers and activists have been arrested or "disappeared" in China, a petition said.
What Sanctions Against Iran Won’t Be Lifted? Bans For Terrorism Support, Human Rights Abuses To Remain Intact
A number of key restrictions against the country, particularly those related to terrorism and human rights, remain in place.
Nuclear Arsenal By Country: Map Shows Which Countries Own Warheads [CHART]
A handful of countries have nuclear capabilities.
Iran Nuclear Deal: Lifting Sanctions Means More Pistachios, Caviar and Nuclear Scientists
The lifting of sanctions would allow many Iranian goods back onto the global market.
Greek Crisis: Germans React, Question Longevity And Sustainability Of European Bailout Deal
It can’t be as simple as " 'Greek people are lazy’ or ‘the European Union wants to destroy Greece,' ” one student said.
National French Fry Day 2015: Where To Get Best Fries In New York City, Plus Philadelphia Discounts
In New York City, fry options runn the gamut from shoestring fries eaten by the fistful to beefy wedges that may require a fork and knife.
How Much Cash Does Greece Need? Ahead Of Bailout, Billions Required To Bridge Gap, Prop Up Economy
Until the 86 billion euro bailout deal goes into effect, Greece's sagging economy and its depleted banks need emergency cash totaling about 12 billion euros.
Under Kim Jong Un, North Korea Propaganda Culls Out Father As Brainwashing Favors Newest Leader
The 32-year-old leader has reportedly excised portraits and videos of both of North Korea previous leaders from public spaces.
Who Uses Medicaid? Students Form Burgeoning Pool Of Beneficiaries: Changing Profile Of Public Health Insurance Program
In the states that have expanded Medicaid, more adult students are gaining access to insurance through this public program.
Bahamas Independence Day 2015: 10 Key, Quick Facts To Know About The Caribbean Paradise
The Commonwealth of the Bahamas turns 42 today.
Pope Francis Latin America Visit In Pictures: See Photos, Quotes From Bolivia, Paraguay, Ecuador Trip
The Pope has presided over masses, toured cities and met with local leaders.
