China Currency Devaluation, Market Turmoil Is Pushing Chinese Investors Towards Overseas Property, Experts Say
Experts say that China's economic slowdown and currency devaluation may actually spur investment in overseas property, as investors seek more stable environments.
Europe Migrant Crisis: Deaths In Austria Spur Public Revulsion, Law Enforcement Action
The deaths of 71 migrants in a truck found in Austria this week have prompted public revulsion and renewed police efforts to crack down on people-smuggling rings.
China's Economy Growing At 'Reasonable' Pace, No Basis For Further Currency Devaluation: Premier Li
Chinese Premier Li Keqiang argues that market-stabilization measures taken by the country's government have been effective.
Washington DC Homicides Eclipse 2014 Total, As Police Launch 'All Hands On Deck'
In response to the spike in homicides, hundreds of police officers have been pulled from administrative roles to resume patrol duty as part of a new “all hands on deck” strategy.
Tesla Motors Inc. Seeks White House To Pressure China On Restrictions On US Carmakers: Report
Tesla reportedly wants the Obama administration to pressure the Chinese president to lift restrictions on the operations of U.S. automakers in his country.
Europe's Response To Migrant Crisis Attracts Chorus Of Criticism, As Death Toll Mounts
With the death toll associated with Europe's migrant crisis mounting, activists and politicians are becoming increasingly critical of the EU's response to the situation.
Jozef Wesolowski, Defrocked Catholic Archbishop, Dies Before Child Abuse Trial Could Resume
Wesolowski was accused of paying for sex with children and possession of child pornography. He was the first clergyman of his rank to face such proceedings from the Vatican.
China Military Parade: Restrictions On Industry, Infrastructure Are Cost Of Symbolically Important Event For Government
Chinese authorities have ordered many businesses in and around the capital, Beijing, to limit or cease operations, ahead of a military parade next month.
Oil Prices Jump 10%, In Biggest One-Day Gain In Over Six Years
Analysts suggest that Thursday's jump is unlikely to lead to an upward price trend in global oil prices, which have been at historic lows in recent months.
Virginia Journalists' Murder: Media Sparks Online Anger By Publishing Graphic Images Filmed By Gunman
Many media outlets, from tabloids to news agencies, sparked online anger by publishing disturbing images of the murder of journalist Alison Parker, filmed by her killer.
China Slowdown: Hong Kong Luxury Retailers Feel Pinch As Mainlanders Travel Less Frequently, Spend Less
Chinese consumers, cautioned by a slowing economy, turbulent stock markets and an anti-corruption crackdown, are traveling less frequently and spending less.
Tianjin Blasts: Authorities Arrest 12, Detain 11 Officials As Probes Into Explosions Continue
Senior managers of the company that owned a warehouse that exploded were among those arrested. Several government officials have also been detained.
Iran Calls On US To Release Citizens Detained For Sanctions Offenses, Says No Prisoner Swap
Officials in Tehran also said that a prisoner swap for Americans detained in Iran was not an option.
Joe Biden Meets With Elizabeth Warren, As Speculation About A Possible 2016 Presidential Bid Grows
U.S. Vice President Joe Biden met privately with Sen. Elizabeth Warren of Massachusetts, as rumors swirl he may soon launch a bid for the White House.
Ashley Madison Hack: Canadian Law Firms File $578M Lawsuit Against Adultery Website's Parent Companies
Two Canadian law firms have filed suit against the adultery website's parent companies over the leaking of users' private data in a cyberattack.
French Interior Minister Praises 'Great Bravery' Of Americans Who Subdued Train Gunman
Reports indicate the gunman who allegedly opened fire on a French train was under police surveillance after being identified as dangerous by European security services.
South China Sea Dispute: Pentagon Report Says China Massively Stepped Up Land Reclamation On Disputed Islands
A U.S. military report released Thursday says that China is aggressively attempting to enforce disputed territorial claims in the South China Sea.
First Female Army Ranger School Graduates Excited To Open Doors For Other Military Women
The first two female graduates of the U.S. Army's Ranger School say they hope to open doors for other women.
Tianjin Blasts: Some Chinese Lose Faith In Government Amid Cover-Up Allegations
For many, particularly middle-class Chinese, the Tianjin disaster has shaken their faith in a government whose authority they had previously accepted, if not adored.
St. Louis Unrest: Protesters Clash With Police, Start Fires, After Officers Kill Young Black Man
Police shot and killed a young black man who they said pointed a firearm at them, early Wednesday, leading to violent protests.
Tianjin Explosions: Authorities Reveal Role Of Suspects' Political Connections In Bid To Win Back Public Confidence
After attempts to cover up previous disasters provoked public anger and distrust, Chinese authorities are trying new crisis-management tactics in the wake of the Tianjin blasts.
US Surgeon General, Vivek Murthy, Says He Has No Regrets About Saying Gun Violence Is Public Health Issue
The U.S. surgeon general says he has no regrets about branding gun violence a public-health issue, despite the fierce political backlash it unleashed.
FAA Unsure What Caused Glitch That Delayed Hundreds Of East Coast Flights Saturday, But Rules Out Hack
The FAA has resolved the computer glitch that caused delays of hundreds of flights in the U.S. Saturday, but the agency is unsure what caused it.
Tianjin Blasts: Chinese Government Cracks Down On 'Online Rumors' As Death Toll Rises
China's Internet regulator has suspended the operations of 50 websites, which it claimed were responsible for "negative influences" in the wake of the Tianjin disaster.
IAAF Suppressed Study Showing Widespread Doping In Athletics: Report
The governing body of world athletics suppressed publication of a study indicating hundreds of elite athletes admitted to doping, according to a report in the U.K.'s Sunday Times.
George Soros' Fund Sells Majority Of Shares In China Tech Companies Alibaba, Baidu
Billionaire George Soros' fund company sold most of its shares in the Chinese online giants Alibaba and Baidu last quarter, as major hedge funds did likewise.
Tianjin Blasts Update: Death Toll Rises To 85; Warehouse Location Apparently Broke Safety Regulations
The death toll in Tianjin continues to rise Saturday, as Chinese state media report almost two dozen more deaths and more explosions are heard at the site.
Tianjin Blasts: Firefighter Found In Rubble 31 Hours After Explosions, Several Still Missing
A firefighter was found alive in the rubble after being missing for over 30 hours, but the death toll continues to rise.
China Air Pollution Kills 4,000 People A Day: Study
A new study by U.S. scientists found that particles from the burning of coal were the primary cause of pollution-related health problems in the world's second-largest economy.
Tianjin Explosions: Rescue Workers Tackle Toxic Chemicals, As Greenpeace Warns Of Health Risks
Specialist teams and rescue workers are laboring to clean up chemicals that could pose health risks following two massive explosions in the Chinese port city.
