Philippines News: United Nations Launches Inquiry Into Police Killings Under Rodrigo Duterte
UN human rights experts have called for an international investigation into police killings under the government of Rodrigo Duterte.
Russia News: Controversy Surrounds Detainment of Anti-Corruption Journalist
Prominent Russian journalist Ivan Golunov has been arrested in Moscow on drug charges. He is best known for investigating corruption among the country's business elite.
Latin America News: Trump Administration Bans Cruises To Cuba
The Trump administration has initiated new measures to ensure American tourist dollars don't flow into the hands of the Cuban government.
Amazon Unveils New Prime Air Delivery Drone
Amazon has unveiled a new drone that it hopes to utilize for deliveries within the next few months.
U.S. Sent Nuclear Technology To Saudi Arabia After Khashoggi Killing, Sen. Kaine Says
The United States has sent nuclear technology to Saudi Arabia at least twice since the killing of Washington Post journalist Jamal Khashoggi, Virginia Sen. Tim Kaine said.
Russia's Putin Meets China's Xi Jinping, As Trade War Rages
Chinese President Xi Jinping is meeting Russian President Vladimir Putin in Moscow, as both countries face hostility from the U.S. government.
Trump-Mexico Feud: Support For Mexican President Obrador Rises After Tariff Threat
As Trump announced last week that he is planning to slap tariffs of 5% on Mexican imports to the United States, Mexicans have rallied around their President Andres Manuel Lopez Obrador.
#KuToo: How Japanese Women Are Fighting Back Against High Heels And Gender Discrimination
Japanese women have been standing up online against high heel requirements at Japanese workplaces
Facebook, Google, Amazon And Other Big Tech Firms Could Be Targeted In Federal Probes
Could tech companies such as Google and Amazon have too much power? The Feds are launching a probe into marketplace competition in the digital tech industry.
Turkey's Erdogan Not Backing Out Of Russian S-400 Missile Deal, Despite US Grievances
Turkey is adamant about buying a S-400 missile system from Russia, despite the possible threat of U.S. sanctions.
US Economy News: Factory Growth At Lowest Level Since 2016
Industrial growth in the United States is at its lowest level since the beginning of U.S. President Donald Trump's presidency.
Russia Demands Tinder Hand Over User Data, As Crackdown On Social Media Continues
Russia has asked Tinder hand over data on Russian users, with the company risking a total ban in the country if it doesn't comply.
Trump-Mexico Spat: Chipotle Says Tariffs Could Cost Company $15 Million
Chipotle could take a hit to its business costs as Trump plans to hike up tariffs on Mexican imports to 5%.
Middle East News: US, Russia Trade Jabs Over Syria's Idlib
The Russian government has defended its offensive in Syria's Idlib province after U.S. President Donald Trump tweeted that the Russians were engaging in a "butchery" there.
Abortion Boycott: How One State's Economy Could Be Hurt By Hollywood Moving Out
Hollywood's possible boycott of Georgia over its fetal heartbeat bill could cost the state $9.5 billion.
China News: Tiananmen Square Massacre 'Correct' Decision, Defense Minister Says
A Chinese Defense Minister said that the bloody crackdown on Tiananmen Square was necessary to preserve stability in China.
Amazon Wireless? How Jeff Bezos' Company Could Soon Compete With AT&T, Verizon
Amazon is interested in buying Boost Mobile, as Sprint and T-Mobile will have to divest the brand as part of their merger deal.
Global Terrorism: Two French Citizens Sentenced To Death In Iraq Due To ISIS Involvement
The Iraqi government has given two French citizens the death penalty due to their involvement with ISIS.
Tesla News: Will Elon Musk's Car Company Turn A Second-Half Profit In 2019?
The electric car company probably won't turn a profit this year, one analyst believes.
Tamales Recall 2019: Federal Inspectors Discover 9,000 Pounds Of Chicken, Pork Not Checked At Mexican Border
The Washington state-based Los Hernandez restaurant is recalling over 9,000 tamales it imported from Mexico due to insufficient inspection at the border, the USDA said.
Brexit News: Is The UK Losing Its Global Influence After Decision To Leave The EU?
The EU's top diplomat, Federica Mogherini, said that the United Kingdom's global power is weakening due to its decision to leave the union.
Alt-Right In Europe: Italy Shuts Down Steve Bannon's Plans For A Political Training Academy
The Italian government has decided to revoke Steven Bannon's lease on a monastery where he hoped to start a right-wing academy for political activists.
US-Russia Relations: US Military Intelligence Believes Russia Has Restarted Nuclear Tests
The head of the Defense Intelligence Agency believes that Russia has been conducting low-level nuclear tests, violating the Comprehensive Nuclear Test Ban Treaty (CTBT).
Israeli Political Crisis Could Result In New Elections, Threatening Netanyahu
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is failing to put together a governing coalition, which may trigger new elections.
Chinese Tourism To The United States Sharply Falls, As Trade War Continues
The lowest number of Chinese tourists in 15 years visited the United States in 2018.
Argentina Strike Paralyzes Economy Ahead Of October Elections
The powerful Argentinian CGT umbrella union has grounded flights and disrupted work at key grain ports across the country in response to austerity measures taken by President Mauricio Macri.
Afghanistan News: Taliban Attacks Kill More Than 40 People Ahead Of Political Talks
Terrorist attacks have killed more than 40 people in Afghanistan on Tuesday ahead of political negotiations between the Taliban and the Afghan government in Moscow.
Trump Tariffs Could Negatively Impact US Economic Growth, Analysts Say
Japanese financial firm Nomura believes that U.S. tariffs on China could drag down the American consumer economy.
Netherlands Puts Amber Alerts On ATMs To Protect Children
The Netherlands has become the first country worldwide to put Amber Alerts on ATMs.
Venezuela Crisis: Russia Willing To Participate In Oslo Talks As South American Country Remains In Upheaval
The Russian Foreign Ministry has suggested they are willing to play a role in upcoming Venezuela crisis talks slated to take place in Norway.