Anti-Muslim Protests Scheduled Nationwide: 'Global Rally For Humanity' Calls On Demonstrations In Front Of Mosques Across US Cities
“Now is the time to act. Now is the time to save our Republic,” rally organizers said on a Facebook page calling for protests across the country.
Iran Weapons To Yemen Houthis? Ship Carrying Arms To War-Torn Country Seized By Saudi-Led Coalition
Arab coalition forces reportedly stopped a ship off the coast of Oman carrying weapon supplies for Yemen's pro-Iran Houthi fighters.
Amid Kunduz Takeover, Who Is Funding The Taliban? Iran, Drug Money Fuels Afghanistan Conflict
While a win in Kunduz extended the Taliban's influence in Afghanistan, some questioned whether it had enough resources to be a viable alternative to the Kabul government.
Hajj Stampede 2015 Update: Indonesia Criticizes Saudi Arabia's Response As Kingdom Faces Intense Scrutiny
Officials with the world's most populous Muslim state were reportedly not provided access to victims until Monday night.
Russian Food Sanctions 2015: Hundreds Of Tons Of Food Destroyed Since Restrictions Placed On Imports
The policy has sparked considerable protest as video footage showed huge food supplies being bulldozed, even as more than 22 million Russians live in poverty.
Iran President Rouhani Hails Nuclear Deal While Disagreeing With US Over Syrian Civil War, Regional Issues
"We will not forget the past, but we do not wish to live in the past. We will not forget war and sanctions, but we look to peace and development," Iran's President Hassan Rouhani said Monday at the United Nations.
Barack Obama Wants To Avoid Third World War: 5 Most Important Lines From UN General Assembly Speech On Syria, World Peace
President Barack Obama spoke about the challenges facing the world during his speech at the United Nations General Assembly meeting Monday -- calling for diplomacy and unity.
Volkswagen Former CEO Martin Winterkorn Under Investigation In Germany
Volkswagen faces at least $18 billion in fines in the U.S. alone, and has lost more than a quarter of its share value, since the automaker admitted last week to cheating on emissions tests.
Who Is Ali Mohammad Baqir Al-Nimr? Saudi Arabian Pro-Democracy Activist Could Be Crucified Soon
Ali Mohammad Baqir al-Nimr's case was based on testimony human rights organizations say was forced through torture.
Pope Francis United Nations Speech Condemns Environmental Destruction, War And Exploitation
“Any harm done to the environment, therefore, is harm done to humanity,” Francis said.
Oregon Marijuana Legalization 2015: DEA Spends $60 To Destroy Each Weed Plant In State Where Pot Is Legal
The DEA has spent $960,000 destroying some 16,000 pot plants in Oregon, a state where marijuana is legal. Nationally, the agency spends about $4.20 per plant.
Syrian Refugees In Turkey Face Exploitation, Despair As War Lingers At Home
The country has struggled to integrate a huge refugee population that is unlikely to go home anytime soon, and Syrians are growing worried about their future there.
ISIS In Germany? Berlin Police Crack Down On Islamist Extremists Amid Fears Of Islamic State Exploiting Refugee Tide
The German government said there haven't been any credible threats posed to the nation's security.
Egypt, Not Russia, To Purchase Mistral-Class Ships From France? Talks Underway In Paris Over Massive Military Deal
The ships were originally ordered by Russia, but those plans were scrapped amid disagreement over Russia's involvement in Ukraine.
Pope Francis US Tour: Muslim Leaders Prepare To Welcome 'Pope Of The People'
It's not just Catholics who are excited to meet the pope. Muslim leaders also look forward to welcoming a man who they say has mended rifts between the two faith communities.
Saudi Arabia's Royal Family Divided? Prince Calls For Replacement Of Monarch's Leaders Amid Tumbling Oil Prices
A letter circulating among the country's royal family reportedly calls for a replacement of the king. It was seen to reflect growing tensions among the country's elite.
What Is Yom Kippur? 11 Quick Facts You Should Know About The 2015 Jewish Day Of Atonement
Here are 11 facts to know about the Day of Atonement, one of the most important days in the Jewish calendar.
Chinese Construction Workers In Israel: Plan To Bring 20,000 From China Criticized By Opponents Who Warn Of Labor Exploitation
The plan has come under criticism by those who say the laborers will be susceptible to exploitation. About 3,700 Chinese laborers are already in the country, but China and Israel do not have a bilateral labor agreement.
What Is Hajj 2015? 11 Facts You Should Know About The Annual Muslim Pilgrimage
The annual pilgrimage to Mecca is set to begin Monday. Hundreds of thousands of Muslims have entered Mecca, preparing for a ritual considered spiritually enriching by many believers.
Al-Aqsa Mosque Update: Israel Calls Up Hundreds Of Reservists As Unrest Spreads To Palestinian West Bank
Israel has called up border police reservists amid some of the worst violence Jerusalem has seen in years, which has spread to the West Bank.
Bernie Sanders Donald Trump Obama Muslim Apology? Democrat Demands GOP Front-Runner Say Sorry Over Question At Town Hall Event
Donald Trump did not challenge a man at a town hall who asserted that President Barack Obama is a Muslim and a foreigner.
South Africa Labor Strikes Cost Economy $500M Per Year As Nation Struggles With Slow Economic Growth
Dozens of labor strikes, including the longest in the nation's history, translated to billions of rand lost in 2014.
US Extradites Chinese Fugitive Amid China Crackdown On Corruption
The move seemed to indicate that the U.S. was cooperating in a crackdown on corruption in China. It was the first suspect extradited to China from a list of 100 wanted individuals.
When Is Hajj 2015? A Day-By-Day Guide To Holy Islamic Pilgrimage
More than a million Muslim pilgrims will descend upon the holy city of Mecca, Saudi Arabia, by plane, sea and land.
Chile Earthquake Recovery Could Cost Billions, But Will Economic Malaise Hinder Reconstruction?
A plunging currency and slumping economy will exacerbate the South American country's challenge of rebuilding from Wednesday's magnitude-8.3 temblor.
CNN GOP Debate Video Highlights: Gaffes And Insults, Highs And Lows And Moments Of Peace
Business tycoon and Republican front-runner Donald Trump dominated the night with his expected insults and jokes.
GOP Candidates Vow To Make America Rich By Cutting Taxes, Reconsidering Minimum Wage And Closing Corporate Tax Loopholes
Some Republicans debating Wednesday they would trim taxes, others said they would promote education. Donald Trump said his own trade deals provide an admirable economic model.
Ben Carson Immigration Reform: Let Undocumented Immigrants Work On Farms
Carson supports giving guest-worker status to millions of undocumented immigrants without criminal records.
Who Is Jeb Bush's Wife? Donald Trump Won't Apologize To Mexican American Columba Bush
Bush called his wife an "American by choice" who has embraced "American values."
Did Jeb Bush Resist Donald Trump's Casino Plans? Candidates Go Head-To-Head During Presidential Debate
Former Florida Gov. Jeb Bush said he resisted when Donald Trump pushed for a Florida casino. Trump says he could have succeeded if he had wanted to. Who's telling the truth?
