Bangladesh Bank Says Hackers Tried To Steal $951 Million
Unknown hackers breached the computer systems of Bangladesh Bank and transferred $81 million from its account at the Federal Reserve Bank of New York to casinos in the Philippines between Feb. 4 and Feb. 5.
Greece Migrant Costs To Exceed $670 Million: Greek Central Bank
More than 41,000 refugees and migrants are stranded in Greece, their plans to travel north blocked by border shutdowns throughout the Balkans.
1 Dead, 2 Missing After Tugboat Hits Barge At New York Bridge
The body was recovered in the Hudson River a day after the accident the Tappan Zee Bridge. A third person aboard the boat remains missing.
U.S., France Say Syrian Government Trying To Spoil Peace Talks
The Syrian government said Saturday it would not discuss presidential elections at peace talks in Geneva this week.
Trump Digs In After Weekend Violence, Threatens Sanders Rallies
Trump blamed Bernie Sanders supporters for the violent incidents in Chicago, where scuffles broke out between protesters and backers of the real estate magnate, calling Sanders “our communist friend.”
North Korea Denies Cyberattacks On South Korea Officials
South Korea has been on heightened alert against the threat of cyberattacks by North Korea after the latter conducted a nuclear test in January.
At Least 17 Militants Killed In Southern Yemen: Witnesses
The airstrikes in the port city of Aden wounded at least 20 civilians and militants as well as three members of the security forces, sources said.
Amid Sea Disputes, China To Set Up Maritime ‘Judicial Center’
China’s increasingly assertive claims in the South China Sea, along with its rapidly modernizing navy, have rattled nerves around the region.
Libya’s Presidential Council Calls For Transfer Of Power To Unity Government
Western nations hope a unity government can help tackle a growing threat in the northern African country from the Islamic State group.
Obama Plans Trip To Urge Britons To Remain In EU, Report Says
The president plans a visit to London around the time that he is to attend an April tech event in Germany, a source said.
China’s Anbang To Buy Strategic Hotels For $6.5B, Source Says
The Chinese company, which already owns New York City's Waldorf Astoria, would add iconic hotels in Washington and San Francisco.
Energy Transfer Has Held Talks To Sell Sunoco: Report
The negotiations underscore Energy Transfer’s efforts to bolster its balance sheet after a plunge in oil prices complicated its acquisition of Williams Companies.
Europe Needs To Plug Data Gaps To Track Militants: German Police Head
A transnational data network is needed to better track Islamic militants who may have returned from Iraq and Syria, Holger Muench said Saturday.
IMF’s Lagarde Calls For Growth-Supportive Monetary, Fiscal Policies
The call comes as policymakers the world over are struggling to revive their economies, which have been buffeted by slowing productivity and high debt.
Syria Opposition To Attend Geneva Peace Talks
A truce deal in Syria has reduced violence but not halted the fighting, with further hostilities reported Friday.
AT&T, Starwood, Marriott Working On Cuba Deals Ahead Of Obama Visit
The three U.S. companies are looking to make announcements ahead of President Obama's visit to Havana later this month.
Three Names On Shortlist For Supreme Court, Source Says
Federal appeals court judges Sri Srinivasan, Merrick Garland and Paul Watford are said to be the president's top choices for the high court.
Exclusive: US Labor Powerhouse To Launch Anti-Trump Ad Campaign
The union powerhouse, which represents 12.5 million workers, told Reuters the ads will depict Trump as anti-union and will appear on Facebook and Twitter.
Can Robots Reboot The Travel Industry?
New service robots welcome visitors at the international travel fair in Berlin and could soon be the face of the check-in desk at international hotels. Ivor Bennett reports on how the latest wave of disruptive technology is affecting the travel industry.
Rougher Ride On VW’s Road To Recovery
Volkswagen passenger car global sales fell nearly 5 percent in February, with a sharp 13 percent drop in the U.S., as it continues to suffer the fallout from its emissions scandal.
Jessica Alba’s Honest Company Hits Back At Report It Used Ingredient In Laundry Detergent That Had Pledged To Avoid
A report says the company co-founded by the actress used ingredients like sodium lauryl sulfate in its detergent after pledging to avoid them.
China Angered As US Approves Frigate Sale To Taiwan
Taiwan's Defense Ministry said the sale was part of a deal reached last year.
Suu Kyi Proxy A Step Closer To Myanmar Presidency
Htin Kyaw runs a charity founded by Suu Kyi and has been a trusted member of her inner circle since the mid-1990s.
Japanese Stocks Fall On European Central Bank Decision
Decliners early Friday included major names such as Panasonic, Bridgestone, Sony, Nissan Motor and Honda Motor.
Trump Gets Boost From Planned Carson Endorsement
Backing from the retired neurosurgeon could help Trump calm conservative voters who have doubts about whether he truly is one of them.
North Korean Leader Kim Orders More Nuclear Tests, KCNA Reports
The move, reported by state-run media, would violate U.N. sanctions that also ban ballistic missile tests, although Pyongyang has rejected them.
Hacker’s Spelling Error Helps Stop $1B Bank Heist
A misspelling of "foundation" as "fandation" prompted Deutsche Bank to seek clarification -- leading to a transaction halt, officials said.
Loss Of US Boss Seen Slowing Volkswagen Turnaround, But Not Talks With Regulators
But Michael Horn's departure should not disrupt Volkswagen's efforts to resolve its emissions scandal with U.S. regulators, sources told Reuters.
Key Powers Mull Federal Division Of Syria
As peace talks continue in Geneva, the biggest sticking point remains the fate of Syrian President Bashar Assad.
TransCanada In Talks To Buy Columbia Pipeline Group: Sources
The company behind the Keystone XL proposal is reportedly eyeing Columbia Pipeline Group, which has a market value of about $8 billion.