Aid Delayed To Besieged Syrian City As Conditions Worsen With Winter: 'In Madaya, You See Walking Skeletons,' Says Resident
“Every day I wake up and start searching for food,” says a man in the besieged town of Madaya. “The children are always crying.”
White House Joins Genius: Obama's Final State Of Union Address To Be Annotated With Lyrics Website
Obama's final annual address to Congress will be annotated on internet platform Genius, most commonly used for annotating song lyrics.
Iranian Missiles Fired Near US Warships? Watch New Video Purportedly Showing Rockets Launched In Strait Of Hormuz
The missiles reportedly passed within 1,500 yards of U.S. and French ships in a move an American military official called "highly provocative."
Scientific Discovery: Neanderthal Genes To Thank For Allergies, Strong Immune System
New studies suggest Neanderthal DNA helped boost human immune systems — and our risk of allergies.
With Turkey-Israel Reconciliation Looming, Egypt Fears Turkish Influence In Gaza Strip
Cairo is wary of allowing Turkish aid groups access to the Gaza Strip because it may embolden Islamists in the Sinai Peninsula.
ISIS Targets Israeli Tourist Bus? Islamic State Group Claims Responsibility In Armed Attack Near Giza Pyramids
The Thursday attack that targeted a bus as Israeli tourists were boarding is expected to put a dent in Egypt's struggling tourism industry.
Kim Jong Un's 2016 Birthday: 5 Craziest Facts About North Korea After Hydrogen Bomb Claims
As with much in North Korea, the exact date of Kim Jong Un’s birthday remains something shrouded in mystery. But it's likely Friday.
Who Is Sallah Ali? Paris Suspect Killed By Police On Charlie Hebdo Anniversary Was From Morocco
Sallah Ali, 20, from Casablanca, Morocco, was reportedly carrying a piece of paper with the ISIS flag when he was killed Thursday.
Donald Trump To 'Feel The Bern' In Vermont? Sanders' Supporters Plan To Foil GOP Front-Runner's Event
Some on Facebook are reportedly reserving tickets at a Trump event in Vermont without any plans to actually show up.
What Does Allahu Akbar Mean? Paris Police Shoot Knife-Wielding Man After He Reportedly Yelled Arabic Phrase
Some right-wing analysts have called it a “Muslim war-cry,” but it’s actually a phrase commonly used by Muslims worldwide.
Mosque Invites Donald Trump To Meet Muslims At America’s Oldest Islamic Center
Imam Taha Tawil is hoping Donald Trump will sit down with members of his community and share his ideas.
Could The Palestinian Authority Collapse? Netanyahu Tells Security Cabinet To Prepare For 'Worst-Case Scenario'
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu commanded his security cabinet to prevent the breakup of the Palestinian Authority, and prepare for it, just in case.
Obama Immigration Raids 2016: Immigrant Rights Groups, Democrats Condemn Family Deportation Roundups
“Raiding people’s homes to forcibly break families apart is not what our country stands for," said the chairwoman of the Congressional Hispanic Caucus.
Winter Travel 2016: Cheap, Last-Minute Cruise And Hotel Deals To Escape The Cold
If you’re looking to start off the new year on a good note, as well as escape the cold, here are some last minute, well-priced vacations for some optimal family bonding time.
When Is Armenian Christmas 2016? Jesus' Birth Celebrated Through Worship, Decorations And Feasts
Armenians usually clean their homes before Christmas and decorate a tree with fruit, white doves and golden bows.
Who Is Ruqia Hassan? Syrian Activist Killed By ISIS After Social Media Post About Life In Raqqa
Ruqia Hassan was a philosophy student at Aleppo University before the war and shared details about life under ISIS' harsh rule.
US Forces Killed in Afghanistan Live Updates: Soldiers Come Under Attack During Operations In Helmand
U.S. Special Forces troops were involved in counterterrorism operations when they came under attack Tuesday from the Taliban.
Taliban Launches Anti-ISIS Offensive: Afghan Insurgents Capture Two Districts From Islamic State Group
The Taliban has reportedly taken two districts in eastern Afghanistan from the Islamic State group, which has recently seen gains in the country.
Russian Warship To Syria? Missile Cruiser Passes Through Egypt’s Suez Canal
The ship was believed to be en route to Syria, where Russia has continued an intense military campaign against rebel groups.
Could Saudi-Iran Tensions Destabilize Bahrain? Unrest Sparks Protests In Sectarian-Divided Gulf State
In Bahrain, tensions already simmer between a Shiite majority and a powerful Sunni minority. Will unrest spread?
Saudi Arabia-Iran Tensions: Oil Rises Amid Diplomatic Fallout Over Shiite Cleric's Execution
There were concerns that renewed tensions between Saudi Arabia and Iran could affect the oil market.
Middle East Christians Flee: Populations In Syria, Egypt, Palestine And Iraq Dwindle Amid Strife
Muslims make up the majority of victims of war in the region, but minorities, including Christians, have been disproportionately affected.
Europe Economic Predictions 2016: Markets To Remain Strong, But Face Political Challenges Ahead
Disagreements over a massive refugee influx and other issues could bring more uncertainty to the continent's financial sector in 2016.
Sugar Linked To Breast Cancer? New Study Suggests Western Diets Increase Risk For Tumors, Metastasis
The study lends weight to a growing body of research that suggests Western diets have contributed to a rise in risk factors for cancer.
Obama’s New Year’s Resolutions? Gun Laws, Criminal Justice Reform And More On Final Year Agenda
As the U.S. president enters his final full year at the White House, he’s made plans to pursue changes in a number of policy areas, both foreign and domestic.
Biomass Energy Plants Losing In Competition With Solar, As Farmers Worry Of Climbing Costs
Farmers are complaining about the costs of disposing of their waste, as biomass energy loses out to solar plants.
Kurdish Nationalism Resurfaces In Turkey Conflict: As Fighting Intensifies, Fresh Calls For Self-Rule
As fighting continues, young Kurds are more combative toward the government and the military faces accusations of egregious abuses.
New Year's Eve Banned In Gaza: Hamas Rules Holiday Celebrations 'Incompatible' With Islamic Values
Leaders of the Palestinian movement determined such events were “incompatible” with Islam, a police spokesman said.
Dubai Hotel Fire Update: Massive Building Engulfed In Flames Ahead Of New Year's Eve Celebration
A New Year's Eve blaze ignited in the 63-story the Address Downtown Dubai hotel ahead of a fireworks event.
Indonesia ISIS Threat? Islamic State Group Sympathizers Arrested As US Embassy Issues 'Emergency Message'
The embassy encouraged Americans to exercise caution around New Year’s as local police announced they had arrested seven individuals with suspected links to ISIS.
