Fireworks, Parades, Hot Dogs Mark July 4th Celebrations
NEW YORK — With dazzling fireworks and backyard barbecues, Americans celebrated Independence Day with traditions that expressed pride in their country's 242nd birthday.
Wozniacki Out of Wimbledon, Luksika Cruises in Doubles
LONDON — Caroline Wozniacki complained about the flying insects at Wimbledon, demanding that bug spray be brought to the court.
India Asks Whatsapp to Prevent Misuse After Mob Killings
NEW DELHI — India's government says it has asked WhatsApp to take "immediate action" to prevent the social media platform from being misused to spread rumors and irresponsible statements like those blamed for recent deadly mob attacks in the country.
Former Malaysian PM Arrested by Anti-Graft Investigators
KUALA LUMPUR — Former Malaysian Prime Minister Najib Razak was arrested Tuesday by anti-graft investigators and will be charged over his alleged role in the multibillion-dollar looting of a state investment fund.
N Korea Just First Stop on Round-World Trip for Pompeo
WASHINGTON — North Korea will be just the first stop on Secretary of State Mike Pompeo's first around-the-world trip as America's top diplomat.
Asia Economies Discuss Trade Pact amid Rising Protectionism
TOKYO — Japan's Prime Minister Shinzo Abe on Sunday called for an early conclusion of a regional trade pact that ensures free and rules-based commerce in the face of an increasingly protectionist United states under President Donald Trump.
Protesters Flood US Cities to Fight Trump Immigration Policy
WASHINGTON — They wore white. They shook their fists in the air. They carried signs reading: "No more children in cages," and "What's next? Concentration Camps?"
Hello Kitty Bullet Train Debuts in Japan
TOKYO — A Hello Kitty-themed "shinkansen" bullet train has debuted in Japan. Adorned with the cartoon icon inside and out, it's a dream ride for fans of the internationally popular character.
Bali Airport Reopens After Ash Threat Stranded Thousands
DENPASAR — The international airport on the Indonesian resort island of Bali reopened Friday afternoon after a nearly 12-hour closure due to a volcanic ash threat that disrupted travel plans for thousands.
Gunman Kills 5 in Attack Targeting US Newspaper
ANNAPOLIS, Md. — A man armed with smoke grenades and a shotgun attacked a newspaper in Maryland's capital Thursday, killing four journalists and a staffer before police quickly stormed the building and arrested him, police and witnesses said.
