Trump Cuts off Funding for Int’l Groups That Perform Abortions
WASHINGTON — President Donald Trump signed three executive memorandums on Monday, kicking off his first full week in the White House by undoing parts of his predecessor's agenda and renewing a longtime Republican priority on abortion funding.
Trump Withdraws US From TPP
WASHINGTON — Charting a new American course abroad, President Donald Trump withdrew the United States from the sweeping Trans-Pacific Partnership on Monday, using one of his first actions in office to reject a centerpiece of Barack Obama's attempts to counter China and deepen U.S. ties in Asia.
What Mackerel and a Volcano Can Tell Us About Climate Change
PORTLAND, Maine — What could an Indonesian volcanic eruption, a 200-year-old climate disaster and a surge in the consumption of mackerel tell us about today's era of global warming?
Russia Closer to Decriminalizing Domestic Violence
MOSCOW — In Russia, giving one's spouse a slap is nothing extraordinary for many people. This week, the Russian parliament is expected to take a step closer toward decriminalizing it altogether.
Batteries Blamed for Fire-Prone Samsung Galaxy Note 7
SEOUL, South Korea — Samsung Electronics said Monday that tests of more than 200,000 Galaxy Note 7 smartphones found defects in two sets of batteries from two different manufacturers that made the devices prone to catch fire.
Trump Considering US Embassy Move From Tel Aviv to Contested Jerusalem
JERUSALEM — Israel's prime minister on Sunday accepted an invitation to visit the White House next month in hopes of forging a "common vision" for the region with President Donald Trump that could include expanded settlement construction on occupied territories and a tougher policy toward Iran.
From Statues to Doormats, Here’s What Annoys Asian Nations
How can you get under the skin of an Asian country? Diplomatic body searches, bomber flights, shrine statues and even doormats have set governments on edge.
Gambia’s Ex-Dictator Stole $11.4 million Before Leaving in Exile
BANJUL, Gambia — Exiled Gambian ruler Yahya Jammeh stole millions of dollars in his final weeks in power, plundering the state coffers and shipping out luxury vehicles by cargo plane, a special adviser for the new president said Sunday.
Rooney Nets 250th Goal for Man United With Stunning Free-Kick (Video)
MANCHESTER, England — It was a moment of drama and pride for Wayne Rooney but one tinged with disappointment for Bobby Charlton.
23 Killed, 50 Injured as Train Derails in Southern India
HYDERABAD, India — Railway officials say that at least 23 people have been killed and 50 others injured after a passenger train derailed in southern India.
