Burkina Faso's Coup Leader Takes Refuge At Vatican Embassy, Says He's Willing To Surrender
Gen. Gilbert Diendere, the coup leader who tried to overthrow Burkina Faso's transitional government, is reportedly sheltering at the Vatican's compounds in Ouagadougou.
‘Jewish Mafia’ Looting Antiquities In Middle East? Iraqi Historian, Archaeologist And Syrian Museum Director Claim Jews Want To Destroy Arab Heritage
“The Jews are always looking for antiquities,” Iraqi historian and archaeologist Ali al-Nashmi said Wednesday. “And so they extort, steal, and establish mafia gangs.”
China National Day 2015: Facts, Photos As Chinese Celebrate Their Country's Founding
This year's National Day will boast a 23-minute, $1 million firework display over scenic Victoria Harbor.
Nigeria's Buhari Slammed For Missing UN Meeting On Boko Haram: Report
While leaders from Niger, Chad and Cameroon attended the U.N. meeting on Boko Haram, Nigerian President Muhammadu Buhari and his delegation were reportedly missing.
Buhari Appoints Himself Nigeria's Petroleum Minister, Will Soon Name Cabinet
Nigerian President Muhammadu Buhari has named a petroleum minister in his new Cabinet: himself.
Nigeria's Telephone Penetration Expands In First Half Of 2015 Amid Mobile Phone Boom
Nigeria saw its number of telephone connections increase by more than 7 percent in the first half of the year amid expanded access to mobile phones and telecommunication services.
Morocco Blocks Ikea Store Opening In Retaliation Of Sweden's Plans To Recognize Western Sahara's Independence: Report
A Moroccan news outlet said the store opening was blocked because of Sweden's plans to recognize Western Saharan independence.
Yemen Wedding Attack: Saudi-Led Airstrikes Kill At Least 131, Mostly Women And Children
A senior Yemeni government official said the two deadly airstrikes that struck a wedding in Taiz province Monday was "a mistake."
Malawi's Food Crisis: Child Malnutrition Grows Amid Economic Woes
An ongoing government corruption scandal could deter foreign aid and investment amid the gravest food crisis Malawi has seen in a decade.
Buhari UN Speech Live Stream 2015: Watch Nigerian President Address United Nations General Assembly In New York City
Nigerian President Muhammadu Buhari will make history as the first Nigerian leader in 16 years to address the U.N. General Assembly on the opening day of General Debate.
Buhari's Cabinet List: Nigerian President To Announce Minister Appointments September 30, Aides Say
Nigerian President Muhammadu Buhari is expected to announce his ministerial appointments for his presidential cabinet on Sept. 30, his presidential aides said.
Pope Francis UN Speech Live Stream 2015: Pontiff Addresses United Nations General Assembly In New York City
Watch Pope Francis address world leaders at the United Nations General Assembly in New York City.
Do Aliens Exist? Renowned NASA Scientist Says 'No One's Out There'
"The evidence says no one's out there," said world-renowned NASA scientist William Borucki.
Chinese Military Aircraft Intercepts US Spy Plane, Performs 'Unsafe' Maneuver Over Yellow Sea
The Chinese military aircraft reportedly performed an "unsafe" maneuver while intercepting an American RC-135 spy plane that was flying above the Yellow Sea.
South Africa Replaces Mining Minister Amid Plunging Commodity Prices, Planned Job Cuts
The appointment comes at a time when South Africa is facing a crisis in its mining sector with falling prices and planned job cuts.
What Is Ugrunaaluk Kuukpikensis? New Dinosaur Species Discovered In Alaska Thrived In Polar Climate, Researchers Say
A new dinosaur species was discovered in northern Alaska and researchers suggest the creature, dubbed Ugrunaaluk kuukpikensis, thrived in the polar climate.
Chinese Military Developing Portable Lasers? Enemy Missiles, Satellites Could Be Disabled By Sophisticated Device
The laser generator is typically massive, but Chinese researchers have reduced its size and it could soon be mounted on aircraft, tanks or even soldiers.
Is It Safe To Travel To The Philippines? Tourist Kidnapping Reflects Lingering Terrorist Threats In Restive South
The kidnapping came as a surprise to authorities and served as a fierce reminder for travelers of the decades of volatility in the scenic but restive southern Philippines.
World Rhino Day 2015: 10 Facts, Photos About Rhinoceros To Spread Awareness About Endangered Species
Did you know that rhinos have been around for more than 50 million years?
Nigeria Senate President Corruption Scandal: Abubakar Bukola Saraki Appears In Court Over False Declaration Of Assets Charges
The embattled senate president failed to attend trial last week after Nigeria's Code of Conduct Tribunal issued a warrant for his arrest.
Burkina Faso Elections 2015: Coup, Transitional Government Jeopardizing Fragile Democracy, Economy
The coup in Burkina Faso could disrupt the African nation's economy and plans for elections.
South Africa's Rand Falls After 3-Week High, Despite Delayed US Interest Rate Hike
South Africa's commodity-linked currency was 0.27 percent weaker at 13.3515 to the U.S. dollar compared with Friday’s New York close of 13.350.
Congo's Conflict Minerals: US Companies Struggle To Trace Tantalum, Tungsten, Tin, Gold In Their Products
U.S. firms are spending millions to comply with a complex provision in the Dodd-Frank financial reform law that requires companies to divulge their use of any of the four conflict minerals and disclose whether they originated.
Oktoberfest Events Washington DC 2015: Best German Beer, Food And Music In The District
Wear your best dirndl or lederhosen and get ready to celebrate German beer, food, music and culture in the District.
Rice Krispies Treats Day 2015: Quick Recipes For Gooey Bars In Classic, Original, Seasonal Flavors
If you are looking for an excuse to whip up a tasty batch of ooey, gooey Rice Krispies treats, then you’re in luck. Here are six recipes to celebrate Rice Krispies Treats Day!
Who Is Gilbert Diendere? Burkina Faso Military General Leads Coup, Overthrows Transitional Government With Allies Of Former Ruler Blaise Compaore
The overthrow of the African nation's transitional government was apparently led by Gen. Gilbert Diendere, who had been an ally of ousted ruler Blaise Compaore.
Burkina Faso Army Detains Interim President, Prime Minister Despite Massive Protests
Hundreds of protesters gathered near the presidential palace as night fell on the capital Ouagadougou on Wednesday, demanding the release of the interim president.
Buhari Opposes Further Nigerian Currency Devaluation, Endorses Central Bank's Restrictions
The currency in Nigeria, Africa's largest economy and top oil producer, has been hit hard by a global oil glut and crashing crude prices.
Zimbabwe's President Mugabe Calls For Special Parliament Session After Reading Wrong Speech
The 91-year-old Zimbabwean leader was expected to read the correct speech during the special session of parliament Wednesday.
Inside Congo's Rape Crisis
An international trial against a Congolese warlord is shedding new light on how rape is used as a combat strategy in Congo's mineral-rich east. It's also offering new hope for victims.
