South Sudan Conflict: Peace Deal Violated By Boosting Weapon Arsenal, Committing Atrocities, UN Experts Say
The government was also accused of shooting at fleeing civilians, burning houses and abducting women and children.
Donald Trump Launches Radio Ad Campaign Amid Ben Carson Poll Lead: 'Vote For Me, You'll Never Be Disappointed'
“Politicians are all talk, no action,” Trump says in the ads released on Thursday. “If the people of Iowa vote for me, you’ll never be disappointed.”
Russian Plane Crash 'More Likely Than Not' Caused By Bomb On Board: David Cameron
Cameron’s comments were the first by a head of state citing an explosive as the likely cause of Saturday’s fatal plane crash.
Who Does Marco Rubio Want To Grab A Beer With? Malala Yousafzai, An Underage Muslim
After Sen. Marco Rubio, R-Fla., was asked who he’d like to have a beer with outside of the political world, one of his answers has drawn plenty of jokes online.
Russian Plane Crash In Sinai Due To Explosives? UK Cancels Flights To Sharm El-Sheikh In Egypt Over Security Concerns
The move follows the recent crash of a Russian airplane in Egypt, which the British government says may have been caused by an act of terrorism.
Russian Plane Crash Update: Black Box Content Extracted And Validated, Another Damaged As ISIS Claims Responsibility
The black boxes are likely to be critical in learning what happened to Airbus A321M, which crashed Saturday shortly after it began its flight to Russia.
Amid Israel-Palestine Tensions, Right-Wing Activists Hole Up In West Bank Synagogue Slated For Demolition
"How can Jews seek to destroy a synagogue? The High Court judges must not be Jews. What Jew would tear down a synagogue?," a settler activist asked.
ISIS Celebrates Russian Plane Crash Video: Islamic State Militants Hand Out Sweets In Iraq Stronghold
A new video shows Islamic State militants praising the alleged downing of an Airbus A321 while others walk around with bowls of candy.
Taiwan President To Meet China's Xi Jinping In First Meeting Since Countries' 1949 Split
The meeting will mark the first time leaders of the two nations have met since the countries split following a civil war in 1949.
Amid Female Rabbis Debate, Orthodox Jewish Group In US Prohibits Ordination Of Women
The action comes six years after a New York City yeshiva founded to train female religious leaders prompted debate within the Jewish community.
Turkey Media Crackdown: 58 Journalists Critical Of Government Laid Off Following Court-Ordered Change In Management
Fifty-eight journalists were fired days after the outlets were placed under new court-ordered management, in the lead-up and aftermath of Sunday's parliamentary vote.
In Turkey, Minorities' Freedom Of Social Media Expression Faces Discrimination, Survey Finds
Turkish government critics have argued that President Erdogan has roused nationalist sentiment and a populist mood that has turned the country against its religious minorities.
After Arrest Of Iranian-American Businessman In Iran, International Business Optimism Turns To Worry Ahead Of Nuclear Deal Sanction Relief
The arrest of an Iranian-American businessman by an intelligence unit of the Iranian Revolutionary Guard is shocking the global business community.
US Weapons To Turkey? State Department Approves $70M Smart-Bomb Sale As Turkish Military Steps Up Anti-ISIS, Kurdish Campaign
The sale comes amid a stepped up campaign against ISIS militants, following a twin suicide bombs that killed around 100 people in the country’s capital Ankara.
What Is Trick-Or-Treat For UNICEF? 2015 Halloween Fundraising Supports Millions Of Children Around The Globe
“Thanks to a little orange box, kids truly believe they can make the world a better place,” the UNICEF site says.
ISIS Militants Detained In Turkey Raids? Police Round-Up 15 Alleged Islamic State Sympathizers In Run-Up To Contentious Snap Election
The arrests come as Turkey has stepped up a campaign against ISIS sympathizers across the country, following a twin bomb blast that killed some 100 people earlier this month.
Syrian And Russian Airstrikes Target Hospitals: Medical Relief Organizations Stage Mass 'Die-In' Demonstration Blocks From UN
"How much more evidence do you need of failure of compliance before you act?" an organizer said, blocks away from U.N. headquarters.
Along With ISIS, Fethullah Gulen On Turkey Terror List: US-Based Cleric Wanted As Businesses, Media Targeted In Istanbul
Fethullah Gulen, a reclusive religious cleric who lives in a gated-farming community in Pennsylvania, has been placed on a most-wanted terrorist list along with leaders of the Islamic State group.
Halloween 2015 Facts: How Did Trick-Or-Treating Begin? The Origins Of One Of America's Favorite Holiday Traditions
The tradition could have originated from ancient Celtic festivals, early Roman Catholic holidays, medieval traditions, or possibly even British politics.
Morocco Pro-Palestinian Protest Anti-Semitic? Masked Demonstrators Lead Men Dressed As Orthodox Jews At Gunpoint
A video released from a demonstration in Morocco Sunday shows two men dressed to look like Orthodox Jews pretending to smash a replica of the al-Aqsa mosque in Jerusalem.
Israel Palestine Violence Will Hurt Christmas Winter Travel? Recent Tensions Stir Concern Among Already-Hurting Tourism Sector
Stabbings in the last month have led to at least seven Israeli deaths, many of them in the old city of Jerusalem, a hub for tourists.
Bernie Sanders Vows To Fight Anti-Islam Sentiment: 2016 Democratic Presidential Candidate Hugs Muslim Woman On Stage
“I will do everything that I can to rid this country of the ugly stain of racism that has existed for far too many years.”
Halloween 2015 Game Ideas For Kids: 5 Fun And Unique Activities For Children Of All Ages
Planning a children’s Halloween party and need some ideas for games? We’ve got you covered. Here are some unique and fun do-it-yourself game ideas.
Flight MH370 Update: Malaysian Airlines Plane Will Never Be Found Because Of Southern Indian Ocean Current, Expert Claims
“What debris does escape may someday be found on a Madagascar or African beach,” the expert said. “Otherwise, the debris will forever circle counter-clockwise in the Southern Indian Ocean current.”
Doctors Without Borders Hospital In Yemen Struck By Saudi-Led Airstrike Campaign: Injuries And Damage Reported
The strike, which comes weeks after another Doctors Without Borders hospital was targeted by U.S. forces in Afghanistan, caused extensive damage and several injuries.
Russian Military Weapons To Iran? S-300 Missile Defenses Being Modernized By Moscow To Deliver To Tehran
Regional powers are concerned that Iran's nuclear deal will allow it to significantly grow its military once sanctions are lifted.
Afghanistan Earthquake 2015 Recovery A Test Of Politics? Amid Economic Woes, Reconstruction Could Be Tricky, Analysts Say
After Monday's temblor in Afghanistan, some say that decisive action and a well-planned recovery could boost support for the burgeoning leadership.
Nigeria's Boko Haram To Poison Water? Army Urges Northeast To Stock Up Amid Fears Of Terrorist Plot
Officials have urged citizens to stock up on water and other necessary commodities while they investigate the issue.
UN Workers Encourage Anti-Israel Violence? Palestine Refugee Agency Employees Suspended For Calling On Palestinians To 'Stab Zionist Dogs'
Pro-Israel advocates have long accused the refugee agency of being politically charged and have accused its local workers of promoting hatred.
Islamic State Hebrew Language Video? Watch ISIS Militant Vow To Eradicate Jews From Israel
The militant vows that “not one Jew will be left in Jerusalem or around it. We will continue until we eradicate this disease from the world."
