Mozambique Legalizes Abortion: President Signs Law Seeking To Curb High Maternal Mortality Rate
The new law will ease prohibitions on abortion regulations in the country, allowing women to electively terminate their pregnancies during the first 12 weeks.
Kenyan President Kenyatta Signs Controversial Anti-Terror Bill Into Law
The bill was signed a day after fights broke out in parliament on Thursday during a tense vote on the new measures.
Obesity Is A Disability? European Court Rules In Favor Of Man Fired For Being Overweight
The binding ruling will apply across EU member states.
Christmas Gifts For Dogs 2014: 8 Fun Present Ideas For Pets
From festive squeaky toys to fancy electric ball launchers, there are plenty of options out there that are sure to be a hit with your favorite pooch.
US Cuba Relations: A Timeline Of The Cuban Embargo
The longstanding embargo on the island nation will officially remain in place despite a historic diplomatic shift.
Pakistan School Attacks: Police Warn Terrorists Might Target Students On Buses With Magnetic Bombs
A police memo called on schools to increase security and to check underneath buses and other vehicles carrying students.
The Last Dalai Lama? Tibetan Spiritual Leader Says Tradition May End With Him
The spiritual leader says it might be better if the centuries-old tradition ended following the tenure of a “popular” Dalai Lama.
Hamas Terror: Netanyahu Urges EU To Reverse Decision Removing Islamist Militants From Blacklist
The prime minister said that Israel expects the bloc to act “immediately” to annul the decision.
Sony Hack Lawsuit: Former Employees Sue Film Studio For Not Protecting Private Data
The suit alleges that the Hollywood studio had not secured its computer network to protect it against hackers.
Why Does the Taliban Attack Schools? Pakistan Siege Latest Sign Militants Are Targeting Students
The scale of the Peshawar attack raises the question of why the group uses such a shocking tactic.
Jeb Bush Announces Plans To 'Actively Explore' 2016 Presidential Campaign: 7 Things To Know About The GOP Candidate
The Republican politician announced his potential 2016 candidacy on Tuesday. Here is what you need to know about him.
Pakistan School Attack Update: Malala Yousafzai 'Heartbroken,' Condemns Taliban Killing Of Peshawar Students
The Nobel Peace Prize winner condemned the attack on an army-run school in Peshawar, which left at least 126 dead.
Germany Anti-Islamization Demonstration 2014: Thousands In Dresden Protest Sharia Law
Demonstrators marched through Dresden with banners bearing slogans such as “protect our homeland” and “no Sharia law in Europe.”
Hanukkah Or Chanukah: What Is The Correct Spelling For The Jewish Holiday Of Lights?
The transliterated Hebrew word has at least 16 different English spellings.
Gambia ‘Getting Away With Murder’ As European Donors Grapple With Funding Effort
Poor nations with questionable human rights records are finding generous donors outside the Western world.
Netanyahu To Meet With Kerry On Palestinian Statehood Bid: Israel Expects US To Veto UN Resolution
The Israeli prime minister is expected to request a U.S. veto of a Palestinian statehood resolution at the U.N.
Christmas Gifts For Cats 2014: 8 Unique Holiday Present Ideas For Pets
From catnip candy canes to an airplane cat house, these holiday treats will be sure to please your finicky feline.
Wealth Inequality: Gap Between Whites And Minorities Widens To Near Record Levels
The wealth of white households now amounts to more than 10 times that of Hispanics' and nearly 13 times that of black households.
Who Is Emmerson Mnangagwa? Zimbabwe Swears In Mugabe’s Heir As Vice President
Vice President Emmerson Mnangagwa is now heir apparent to 90-year-old President Robert Mugabe.
Pope Francis Says Dogs Go To Heaven: Wins Support From Animal Rights Groups
"One day we will see our animals again in the eternity of Christ. Paradise is open to all God’s creatures," the pontiff said.
Senate Torture Report Aftermath: How Prepared Are US Embassies To Deal With Threats?
A number of embassies around the world have been put on high alert.
US Tried To Infiltrate Cuba's Hip-Hop Scene; Covert USAID Operation Backfired
A newly released report says that the unsuccessful program needlessly jeopardized young Cubans.
Cheney Defends CIA: Senate Torture Report 'Full Of Crap,' Bush Knew 'Everything'
The former vice president criticized the U.S. Senate Intelligence Committee as being politically motivated and an affront to the CIA.
Does The CIA Still Torture Suspects? Senate Report Raises Questions About Obama Administration Policies
Despite an order banning the use of torture, loopholes allow for such practices to continue.
China Anti-Corruption Arrest: Liu Tienan, Former Top Official, Jailed For Life
A former official has been convicted in one of the Chinese government’s most high-profile anti-corruption cases.
International Newspapers React To CIA Torture Report: Media Responses Range From Anger To Apathy
In general, foreign newspapers chose to feature or ignore the U.S. CIA report on torturous interrogation techniques.
Thailand School Propaganda Film: Israeli Embassy In Bangkok Condemns Hitler Video
Israel’s ambassador to Thailand said he was “deeply saddened” to see Nazi symbols in an “official Thai movie.”
Rolling Stone Rape Story Backlash: What The Magazine's Missteps Mean For Journalists
There are concerns that the fallout from the now-discredited UVA rape story could impact future reporting on sexual assaults.
Scotland Yard Purchased By Arab Investors: London Mayor Defends Sale Of Iconic Police Headquarters
London has seen a recent of a wave of high-profile real estate sales to Gulf investors. New Scotland Yard is just the latest.
Thailand School Propaganda 2014: Military Government Imposes New Curriculum, Accused of Increasing Authoritarianism
Under the new rules students will have to recite a mantra, pledging to “adore the nation, religion and His Majesty the King.”
