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Treasure hunting duo claims 'Nazi Gold Train' discoveryPoland is finally ready to start digging out a rumored 'Nazi gold train,' rumored to hold billions of dollars worth of gold and jewels.
As smog reaches record levels, what steps is China taking?A dense wave of smog developed in Northeast China this weekend, disrupting air travel and forcing people to stay indoors. Authorities have warned it could linger until Saturday.
World Bank: Global warming will drive 100 million people into povertyWithout swift action, 100 million people could fall into poverty within 15 years because of global warming, a new World Bank report says.
Is the anti-immigration right on the rise in Sweden?As arson attacks at the Scandinavian nation's refugee centers continue, historically tolerant Swedes worry that anti-immigrant views are winning acceptance.
Is India souring on Modi?Narendra Modi's Bharatiya Janata Party suffered a serious defeat in the northern Indian state of Bihar, a vote that many view as a referendum on the prime minister's nationalist policies.
Mustard gas in Syria: What happened to the ban on chemical weapons?Mustard gas was found in Syria after chemical weapons were strictly banned by the UN two years ago. Will this shift US policy for Syria?
Syrians try unusual, but safer, route to Europe: Bicycling into NorwayImmigration law prevents crossing of the border between Russia and Norway without a visa by car or on foot, but desperate refugees are avoiding the dangerous sea crossing by using bicycles to enter Norway.
Mustard gas was used in August attack on Syrian town, says weapons groupThis is the first official confirmation of mustard gas use in Syria since the country agreed to destroy its stockpile of chemical weapons in 2013.
Putin suspends Russian flights to Egypt, following bomb suspicionsRussian President Vladimir Putin has announced that his country will be suspending flights to Egypt until further notice.
Emma Watson and Malala Yousafzai: 'The definition of feminism is equality'Sharing a moment, Malala Yousafzai told Emma Watson that she inspired her to embrace the label 'feminist.' How did the word become so stigmatized in the first place?
Amid threats of terrorism, where will tourists go this winter?Are global tourists factoring safety into their travel choices more often than they once did?
Sikh Defense Minister joins Cabinet that 'looks like Canada'Retired Lieutenant-Colonel Harjit Singh Sajjan's appointment highlighted Sikhs' progress in fitting into Canada's diverse social fabric, at a time when Sikh soldiers are seeking full acceptance in the US military.
Pakistan factory collapse: Another wake-up call?The deadly collapse of a factory in Pakistan highlights the slow pace of improvements to working conditions in developing countries.
Did an Australian teacher solve the mystery of Jack the Ripper?In his new book, Richard Patterson proposes that the notorious serial killer was a poet. But dozens of suspects have been proposed since the gruesome murders in 1888, and the case remains unsolved.
Did ISIS bomb Russian aircraft over Sinai?British Prime Minister David Cameron weighed in on the investigation into the deadly Russian passenger jet crash Thursday.
Report: China is burning way more coal than we thoughtA report from The New York Times says China is burning a billion tons more coal than previously thought. What does this mean for the country's goal to reach an emissions peak by 2030?
Stay in your lane: Liverpool opens fast lanes for pedestriansIn the UK, almost half of shoppers support the introduction of fast-walking lanes on busy downtown sidewalks, study says.
Spectacular archaeological find adds to Temple Mount’s contested historyThe discovery of the ancient Greek fort of Acra adds a new layer to the contested history of The Temple Mount.
What's the next battle to stop illegal logging in Brazil's Amazon?Brazilian militias calling themselves 'Guardians of the Trees' patrol the Amazon to protect the forest and their livelihood from illegal loggers that the government isn't reaching.
Canada's Justin Trudeau: new Prime Minister and ... feminist?A self-proclaimed feminist, Canada's new Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has appointed the country's first-ever gender-balanced cabinet, electing both 15 male and 15 female advisors.
