$15.3B In US Reconstruction Aid For Afghanistan Overseen By Agency On The Ground
The U.S. still has $15.3 billion to spend in Afghanistan, and someone’s got to keep an eye on it.
After Ebola, World Bank Chief Proposes Global Insurance Program For Future Outbreaks
World Bank chief proposes economic solution for future disease outbreaks.
Weak Caterpillar Inc. (CAT) Earnings Bode Ill For The World Economy
The construction giant is usually a good indicator of how the world’s economy is doing. And it doesn’t look great.
Despite Syriza Victory In Greece, Markets Calm After ECB Stimulus Plans
Though Alexis Tsipras has promised an end to Greek austerity measures, getting out of debt is easier said than done.
Crude Prices Jump After Saudi King Abdullah's Death, But Experts Say Volatility Won't Last
Though global prices jumped on the news of Abdullah's death, experts expect a smooth transition and no big policy changes.
How European, Chinese Weapons Fuel Conflict In Central African Republic
Researchers aren't sure how the weapons got there, but it probably violates trade agreements.
Taliban And Economy Top Concerns In Afghanistan After US And NATO Withdrawal: Gallup Finds
While the Taliban is a serious concern, Afghans are also worried about getting a job.
Mobile Banking Market In Sub-Saharan Africa Could Be Worth $1.3B In Four Years
Making payments via cell phone isn’t just convenient -- it could spur economic development in Africa.
Boko Haram: United States Intervention In Nigeria Is Complicated, Officials Say
Amid reports of widespread government corruption and an ineffective military in Nigeria, U.S. intervention presents unique problems.
Boko Haram In Nigeria: After Baga Massacre, Militant Islamist Group’s Plans Remain A Mystery
After Boko Haram’s deadliest attack ever, it’s hard to say what the militant Islamist group will do next.
US-Built Police Buildings In Afghanistan Are 'Melting'
It's not the first time officials are calling out U.S. officials for something like this.
Johnson & Johnson (JNJ) Ebola Vaccine Receives $115M Boost For Human Testing From Private-Public Partners
Ebola has killed more than 8,200 people. Companies like J&J are getting closer to a treatment.
Boko Haram Attacks In Nigeria: Satellite Images Show Evidence Of Deadliest Attack Yet
“Devastation of catastrophic proportions.”
Brooklyn Nets Owner Mikhail Prokhorov Not The Only Russian Billionaire Retreating From US Investments
Brooklyn Nets owner Mikhail Prokhorov isn't the only Russian billionaire pulling out of U.S. investments.
India Will Overtake China As World's Fastest-Growing Major Economy By 2017, World Bank Says
Credit India's efforts to deregulate its economy plus China's decision to slow its economic growth with the coming change.
North Korea-Themed Video Game Developers Cancel Project After Hack 'Inspired' By Sony Attack
The satirical game featured Kim Jong Un riding a unicorn and fighting “American hordes.”
Connecticut Fire Settlement: Father Of 3 Girls Killed Will Receive $5 Million From Contractor Borcina
Their father, Matthew Badger, sued the contractor, who was dating his ex-wife, Madonna Badger, at the time.
Dzhokhar Tsarnaev Defense Lawyers Ask For Trial Delay After Charlie Hebdo Attacks
The attack on Charlie Hebdo occurred three days into the selection of jurors for Boston Marathon bombing suspect Dzhokhar Tsarnaev's case.
Euro Hits Nine-Year Low Ahead Of Central Bank Decision Next Week
Investors are worried about Greece, oil and an ambitious economic stimulus plan.
Charlie Hebdo Update: Video Shows Kouachi Brothers After Attack As New Issue Goes To Print
Journalists have uncovered dramatic video footage of the killers fleeing the scene just as Charlie Hebdo releases its latest issue.
Permanent Memorial For Sydney Lindt Cafe Siege Planned, Australian Officials Say
Officials plan to use thousands of flowers to pay tribute to those involved in the December stand-off.
Boko Haram Suspected In Latest Bombing Attack On Northern Nigeria Town By 2 Girls
The explosion killed three people and injured dozens just days after the deadliest attack in Boko Haram’s history.
President Obama Expecting World Leaders In Washington For Counter-Terrorism Summit At White House
After recent events in France, Australia and Canada, Obama has called world leaders to the White House.
Sony Hack: Sanctions Against North Korea Likely To Be Ineffective, Experts Say
Economists and foreign-policy experts say sanctions "make us feel good without altering behavior."
French Authorities Connect Amedy Coulibaly, Kosher Grocery Store Gunman, To Separate Shooting Of Jogger
While authorities didn’t connect the incidents at first, evidence links the gun used in the shooting to Amedy Coulibaly.
AirAsia Flight 8501: Black Box Found In Java Sea, Indonesian Authorities Say
Two weeks after the plane crash, searchers have located the black box recorders, which should provide clues about what happened to the flight.
Charlie Hebdo Attack: France’s Economy Won’t Suffer, Experts Say
The Charlie Hebdo terror attacks won't hurt France’s recovering economy, experts say.
Chimerix Ebola Drug Brincidofovir Begins Testing In Liberia
Amid the “unprecedented” outbreak, health officials are conducting drug trials on Ebola patients in West Africa.
Royal Dutch Shell To Pay $84 Million For Nigeria Oil Spill Settlement
Shell will pay more than 15,000 Nigerians in an oil spill settlement and will allocate $30 million to the Bodo community.
As Nigeria's Election Looms, Boko Haram Violence Could Have Economic, Political Impact
Nigeria's booming economy and upcoming elections are threatened by challenges from Boko Haram.
