Swiss central bank suffers record loss
The Swiss National Bank has reported a record half-year loss. The lender said the sharp drop was mainly attributable to its strong national currency after a move to scrap the…
Zimbabwe wants US to extradite Palmer for killing Cecil
Zimbabwe has called for the United States to extradite the Minnesota dentist who beheaded a beloved lion. US officials are investigating whether Walter Palmer violated national law by killing Cecil.…
Happy 50th, J.K. Rowling!
Expelliarmus! Stupefy! Cruciatus!: These spells have enchanted millions around the world. From 'epic failure' to business-savvy empress of a magical universe, see how Rowling, now 50, further celebrates Harry Potter.…
Alleged PKK attack in Turkey kills 2 police officers
An alleged attack by Kurdish rebels in southern Turkey has left two police officers dead. Violence has increased in Turkey as the military steps up airstrikes against PKK militants in northern…
Strongest El Nino in a decade also wreaks havoc on wildlife and ecosystems
The current El Nino is the strongest in more than 10 years. Its having a devastating impact on everything from the Indonesian economy to the marine birds of the Galapagos.…
Beijing to host 2022 Winter Olympics
The host of the 2022 Winter Olympics has been decided as China's capital, Beijing, beating Almaty to host the Games. Beijing was chosen by the International Olympic Committee (IOC) on Friday…
PLO holds Israel accountable for toddler’s death
Israeli Prime Minister Netenyahu condemns Palestinian toddler's death in arson attack, expressing his “shock over the reprehensible act”
Facebook launches Aquila, the Internet-beaming drone
Facebook said they are ready to begin the pilot program of a high-altitude drone that will beam Internet to remote parts of the world. The solar-powered drone will be able…
France, Russia in compensation deal on Mistral warships
Negotiations on compensating Russia for the non-delivery of two French Mistral warships have come to an end, Russian media have said. They claimed the two sides had agreed on how…
France, Russia in compensation deal on Mistral warships
Negotiations on compensating Russia for the non-delivery of two French Mistral warships have come to an end, Russian media have reported. They claimed the two sides had agreed on how…