Mt Ontake Volcano Erupts In Japan, Injuring Several Hikers
Japan's Mt Ontake, just 150 miles from Tokyo, Erupted Saturday. Local reports said that a number of hikers in the area were injured.
India Mars Mission: Mangalyaan Satellite Sends Back First Photos From Red Planet
India's run of success with its mission to Mars continued Thursday, as its spacecraft sent back the first images it took over the planet.
IOC To Make Future Olympics Host Cities Sign Anti-Discrimination Contracts
The move comes in response to criticism of Russia's 'gay propaganda' law, which was passed before it hosted the 2014 winter games.
Matthew Miller, American Jailed In North Korea, Describes 'Isolation' Of His Ordeal
In a heavily monitored interview, Matthew Miller said that he had written to U.S. officials asking for their help in securing his release.
John Crawford Shooting: Surveillance Video Shows Police Killing Black Man Holding BB Gun He Picked Up In Walmart Store
A grand jury decided not to indict the two officers involved in the shooting of John Crawford, 22, inside a Walmart store in Ohio in August.
Ferguson: Department Of Justice Holds Meeting With Residents To Hear Their Experiences With Police
Federal officials conducting a civil rights investigation into the Ferguson police met with residents to hear their concerns about the police.
Bill Simmons Suspended From ESPN Over Roger Goodell Criticism
The outspoken sports pundit has been benched for three weeks, following criticism of NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell.
BBC Journalists Attacked In Russia While Investigating Reports Of Russian Soldiers Dying In Ukraine
Journalists were investigating reports that Russian soldiers had died fighting in Ukraine. Russia denies that its forces are operating there.
Andy Murray Backs Scotland Independence: Wimbledon Winner Comes Out In Support Of 'Yes' Campaign
Wimbledon 2013 Men's singles champion Andy Murray waded into Scotland's independence debate on polling day, supporting 'Yes'.
Alibaba IPO Investors In China Find Creative Ways To Get Around Government Restrictions
While government restrictions prevent small investors from buying stocks on foreign markets, large investors have other options.
What Is Alibaba? China's E-Commerce Giant Explained
As Alibaba prepares to launch what could be the biggest U.S. IPO ever, we examine how the company rose to fortune.
Boeing 'Space Taxi' Will Have A Seat For Paying Tourists
The new U.S. program to ferry astronauts to the International Space Station will also accommodate tourists, for a hefty price.
Australian Anti-Terror Raids: Police Charge One Man With 'Serious, Terrorist-Related Offense'
A senior member of the Islamic State militant group reportedly exhorted supporters in Australia to conduct public beheadings at random.
Alibaba IPO: Winners And Losers
The IPO of the Chinese e-commerce giant on Thursday will create winners and losers. A handy guide.
Malaysia Airlines Plane Turns Back After Autopilot Defect, Lands Without Incident
The company has been reeling from the loss of two aircraft in separate incidents in 2014, which resulted in hundreds of deaths.
Matthew Miller Trial: North Korea Tries Detained American On Unknown Charges
A North Korean court reportedly found Miller guilty of entering the country illegally and attempted espionage.
Australia To Send Troops To Middle East For Possible Use Against ISIS: PM Tony Abbott
Prime Minister Tony Abbott said that the decision to send troops followed a request from the United States in the last 24 hours.
Oscar Pistorius Guilty Verdict: Twitter Reacts To Athlete's Conviction For Culpable Homicide
Following Oscar Pistorius' conviction for culpable homicide over the shooting of Reeva Steenkamp, social media delivered its verdict.
Oscar Pistorius Guilty Of Culpable Homicide, Gun Charge; Granted Bail Until Sentencing
The athlete, who was convicted of culpable homicide in the death of his girlfriend, and of a firearms offense, will be sentenced on Oct. 13.
Oscar Pistorius Verdict: Watch Live Coverage Of The Athlete's Trial For Killing Reeva Steenkamp
The final verdict in the trail of Oscar Pistorius, who was cleared of murder Thursday but faces other charges, will be delivered Friday.
China Corruption Crackdown Leads To Rash Of Suicides Amongst Communist Party Officials
The anti-corruption crackdown is seen as an attempt to increase the government's legitimacy, and persecute political enemies.
CBS Drops Rihanna Song From Thursday Night Football, In Wake Of Ray Rice Scandal
A CBS official cited concerns about the broadcast's 'tone' following the Ray Rice domestic violence controversy.
Batman V Superman: New Batmobile Pictures Reveal Caped Crusader's Sleeker Vehicle
Pictures have emerged on social media giving the first detailed look at the new bat mobile in the upcoming 'Batman V Superman' film.
Star Wars Episode Vii Pictures: Millennium Falcon Images Captured By UK Pilot
The force was strong with a pilot shooting publicity images in the U.K., who stumbled upon the set of the new Star Wars movie.
Oscar Pistorius Trial Verdict: Watch Live Feed
Judge Thokosile Masipa is to deliver her verdict in the trail of athlete Oscar Pistorius, charged with murdering girlfriend Reeva Steenkamp.
Israel To Investigate Possible Military Misconduct In Gaza, In Move Seen As Pre-empting International Probe
Some see the move as an attempt to preempt international investigations of incidents that drew widespread condemnation.
Richard Kiel Dead: 'Jaws' Actor From James Bond Films Dies Aged 74
Richard Kiel, who played the steel-toothed villain in two James Bond movies passed away in California aged 74.
Saudi Arabia Agrees To Provide Bases To Train Anti-ISIS Syrian Opposition Fighters
The Kingdom has indicated it will agree to a U.S. request to host a training program for moderate Syrian opposition fighters.
Is Democracy Bad For Business In Hong Kong?
Occupy Central wants political power to devolve from Beijing. Financial interests worry about the movement's impact on business.
Scotland Independence Referendum: Nationalist Take Lead In Opinion Poll For First Time
According to the poll, Scottish nationalists have a 51 percent to 49 percent lead over their unionist rivals. The vote takes place on Sept. 18.
