Politics

Putin Announces Partial Russian Withdrawal From Syria, Surprises Foes

By Jenn Loro - Mar 17, 2016 07:52 AM EDT

Putin announces partial withdrawal from Syria after meeting its objectives. However, analysts remain wary of Russia’s deep-seated intentions in its effort to project influence in future peace negotiations.

Obama Inflicts New Sanctions against North Korea

By Lord Justin Castillo - Mar 16, 2016 11:31 PM EDT

Obama inflicts new sanctions against North Korea

President Park of South Korea to attend Nuclear Security Summit 2016

By Lord Justin Castillo - Mar 16, 2016 08:17 AM EDT

President Park of South Korea to attend Nuclear Security Summit 2016

Myanmar's New Democratic Parliament Chooses First Civilian President

By R. Siva Kumar - Mar 15, 2016 08:17 PM EDT

Htin Kyaw, Aung San Suu Kyi's adviser, has been chosen President of the first civilian government in the new democratic Parliament of Myanmar after 50 years.

Environment behind nearly quarter of global deaths - WHO

By Lord Justin Castillo - Mar 15, 2016 07:33 AM EDT

One in four deaths worldwide are due to environmental factors like air, water and soil pollution, as well as unsafe roads and workplace stress, the World Health Organization (WHO) said Tuesday.

Three State Laws Can Reduce Death Rate From Gun Violence By More Than 90%: Study

By R. Siva Kumar - Mar 12, 2016 08:41 AM EST

A new study shows that if the state passes federal laws that require universal background checks for firearm purchases, they could reduce the rate of U.S. gun deaths by more than 90%.

Trump University Students Were Pressured To Give It 'Good' Reviews

By R. Siva Kumar - Mar 12, 2016 08:41 AM EST

Former students testify that Trump University, which is faced with lawsuits, had forced them to give it top ratings.

Donald Trump Endorsed by Ben Carson, 10 Facts You Didn't Know About Donald Trump

By Staff Reporter - Mar 11, 2016 11:25 AM EST

Ben Carson is endorsing Donal Trump the former presidential candidate announced on Friday.

Donald Trump Says ‘Islam Hates Us’, Plans to ‘Expand Laws’

By Staff Reporter - Mar 11, 2016 09:16 AM EST

Donald Trump stated that "Islam hates us" with an interview with CNN's Anderson Cooper Wednesday night.

Stephen Hawking Joins 150 Scientists in Letter Opposing UK Leaving EU

By Staff Reporter - Mar 10, 2016 09:58 AM EST

Stephen Hawking joins 150 other British Scientists in voicing their opinion on UK's stance on the European Union (EU). The scientists, including Hawkings, penned an open letter published on The Times about the importance of staying on the EU and the impact it would make to UK's economy, science, and universities if it were to leave.

Black Students Escorted out of Trump Rally in Georgia

By Cheri Cheng - Mar 01, 2016 01:05 PM EST

Black students at Valdosta State University were escorted out of a Donald Trump rally by the law enforcement.

Irish Election Results: Fine Gael Loses Despite Narrow Lead

By Jenn Loro - Mar 01, 2016 09:58 AM EST

Fine Gael and coalition partner Labour Party suffer a major setback in the recent Irish elections causing the coalition government to fall apart.

Twin Suicide Bombings In Baghdad Marked Deadliest Attack Of The Year With At Least 70 Casualties

By Jenn Loro - Mar 01, 2016 10:00 AM EST

Iraq’s capital, Baghdad, is rocked by twin explosions involving suicide bombers linked to ISIS killing at least 70 people and injuring a hundred more.

U.S. Advises Iraqi Citizens to Prepare to Leave if Mosul Dam Collapses

By Cheri Cheng - Feb 29, 2016 04:24 PM EST

The United States has advised Iraqi citizens to be prepared to leave the country if the Mosul dam collapses.

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