United Nations Audit Identifies Serious Lapses Linked To Alleged Bribery
The report gave the United Nations an overall grade of “partially satisfactory” in the March 22 report, noting “important deficiencies” in the way the U.N. interacted with NGOs.
Trump’s Prediction Of ‘Massive Recession’ Puzzles Economists
The Republican candidate’s success with voters, despite sometimes saying things only to contradict them later, has alarmed many leading figures within his party.
Tesla says Model 3 orders top $10B in first 36 hours
Some analysts said the company could have trouble filling all the initial Model 3 orders, which are accompanied by a refundable $1,000 deposit, until 2020.
Deutsche Bank Loses Top 3 Investment Bank Rating, Research Firm Says: Financial Times
The numbers now show Citigroup and Bank of America ahead of fifth-place Deutsche Bank.
Two Dead In Amtrak Derailment Near Philadelphia: Media Reports
The train derailed Sunday after reportedly striking a backhoe in Chester, Pennsylvania.
South African Parliament To Debate Zuma Impeachment Motion Tuesday
South Africa's constitutional court ruled Thursday that President Jacob Zuma violated the constitution by not repaying the state funds used to renovate his residence.
Wall Street To End 2016 With Small Gain; Rate Rises A Worry: Reuters Poll
Wall Street’s key concern has been that the Fed will raise rates at a quicker clip than investors are expecting.
Pope Announces Special Collection For Ukraine In European Churches
Pope Francis called it a "gesture of charity" which shows my personal closeness as well as that of the entire Church" to the people of Ukraine.
European Parliament Head Condemns Erdoğan Over German Satire Protest
A satirical song broadcast on German television in March poked fun at the Turkish president for his authoritarian treatment of journalists.
Israel Says Mideast Arms Proliferation Imperils Its Military Edge
Some Israeli officials have privately voiced concern about U.S. weapons systems being supplied to Gulf Arab states, as well as Egyptian interest in advanced Russian arms,
Uncertainty Reigns A Day Before Migrants Are To Be Returned To Turkey
The United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees and human rights groups have denounced the Turkey-EU deal as lacking legal safeguards.
Death By Overwork On Rise Among Japan’s Vulnerable Workers
“Karoshi,” a phenomenon previously linked to long-suffering “salary men,” is increasingly afflicting young and female employees.
Trump Bashes US-Saudi Relations, Slams NATO Allies
The Republican accused Saudi Arabia and the members of the military alliance of failing to contribute their fair share toward defense.
FBI Trick For Accessing iPhone Data Likely To Leak, Experts Say
Once it is exposed, Apple should be able to plug the encryption hole, comforting iPhone users, engineers and others said.
Nusra Front, Syrian Rebels Attack Government Forces, Gain Ground Near Aleppo
During fighting Saturday, a strategic hill south of the city was taken from Syrian government forces, a monitoring group said.
With Galaxy S7, Samsung May Regain Its Mobile Mojo
The South Korean phonemaker is believed to have shipped far more of the devices in the first quarter than was predicted.
Broad Base Can Support Extension Of S&P 500 Rally
The run-up has come with strong volume and is supported by almost every company in the index, pointing to a possible record high.
Brazil’s Odebrecht Hopes To Renegotiate $9.83 Billion In Debt: Paper
Odebrecht is the largest of several companies whose executives have been linked to a massive kickback scheme.
Belgian Police Arrest Protesters, Stand Off With Youths
Around 200 riot police stood guard in Molenbeek, and there was a tense stand-off with the local youths, mostly of North African origin.
Russian Oil Output Highest In 30 Years Ahead Of Doha Meeting
Energy Ministry data Saturday showed that in tons, oil output reached 46.15 million in March, ahead of a producers’ meeting in Doha, Qatar.
Austria Wants To Deploy Soldiers On Italy Border, Defense Minister Says
Austrian Defense Minister Hans Peter Doskozil said Saturday the move would stem an expected increase in migrants trying to get to Northern Europe.
Libyan Oil Firm NOC Working With Unity Government, Hopeful For Recovery
The country's oil production has fallen sharply to less than a quarter of the 1.6 million barrels it produced daily before an uprising toppled Muammar Gaddafi in 2011.
Belgian Charged With Terrorism Over Foiled Attack Plot
The Belgian national is the third person to be charged with suspicion in the planning an imminent act of "extreme violence."
Syrian Opposition Not Optimistic About Geneva Peace Talks
A fragile cease-fire has held in Syria for over a month between government forces and their opponents, but excludes the Islamic State group and al Qaeda’s Nusra Front.
Tanks, Heavy Artillery Deployed In New Wave Of Violence In Nagorno-Karabakh
The Nagorno-Karabakh region lies with Azerbaijan but is controlled by ethnic Armenians, and has seen war and sporadic violence since the Soviet Union broke up.
UN Investigating Sex Abuse Allegations Against Tanzanian Peacekeepers In Congo
Accusations of abuse in the Democratic Republic of Congo follow similar allegations in the Central African Republic.
Vietnam Parliament Swears In Top Policeman As President
The South Asian country has no paramount ruler and is officially led by a triumvirate of president, prime minister and the Communist Party chief.
US Weighs Sending More Special Forces Troops To Syria
The proposal appears to be the latest sign of confidence in the ability of U.S.-backed forces to claw back territory from ISIS.
Knife Said To Be From Former O.J. Simpson Property Ruled Out As 1994 Murder Weapon
Forensic investigators conducted DNA and other tests on the blade after it was turned in by a retired LAPD motorcycle officer.
Time Inc. May Seek Private Equity Partner For Yahoo Bid, Sources Say
The publisher is hoping that Yahoo will allow bidders to form consortia after submitting first-round bids by April 11, sources said.