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Why Holocaust historians decry analogies by Netanyahu, CarsonIsraeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu solidified his membership in the ‘questionable history’ club by linking a Palestinian leader to the Final Solution.
Syrian refugees are quietly trickling into the US: How many, and where?Since 2012, almost 2,000 Syrian refugees have come to the US, moving into 130 cities and towns. President Obama has pledged to take in another 10,000, more than half of whom are children.
Shell oil vessel helps rescue a French yachtsman – and his catDramatic rescues may be routine for the US Coast Guard, but on Tuesday the guard called on a Royal Dutch Shell oil-drilling support ship to rescue both a yachtsman and his cat.
Why China is shifting to a 'two-child' policyAfter decades of population control, China looks to implement a new, more expansive policy that will allow parents to have more than one child.
How hummus became a peace offering in IsraelA restaurant north of Tel Aviv is offering 50 percent off hummus plates for mixed parties of Arabs and Jews, cooking up a bite of harmony in times of crisis.
Out of the depths: Ruins of 16th century church emerge from Mexican reservoirThe colonial-era ruins were submerged under water along with its abandoned village after the construction of a dam. Today, it's a rare treat for visitors to the Nezahualcoyotl reservoir.
Is the Chinese government hacking US corporations?A security firm says its software repelled attempted hacks that started the day after a landmark cyber-theft agreement was announced. Will the pursuit of corporate secrets between the US and China ever subside?
Bringing message of peace to Israel, De Blasio walks a fine political lineWhile the New York City Mayor's trip demonstrated his commitment to the Israeli people, a chat with parents at an Israeli-Palestinian school broke tradition with previous mayors' hesitance to speak with Palestinians.
Has Syria become a Russian-American proxy war?While President Obama has repeatedly dismissed the idea of a proxy war in Syria, experts are divided on whether that is already happening.
China's crackdown on trophy hunting: Is it enough?China has taken an important step to curb ivory trade that will hopefully save Africa’s elephants.
First LookWorld Food Day: Can we make hunger history?The United Nations wants to eliminate global hunger by 2030. That may not be as daunting a task as it sounds.
- Canada's Girl Guides say all transgender girls are welcome
After years of accepting transgender girls on a case-by-case basis, the organization has released new guidelines, advising members to be sensitive to their needs.
- Ghana’s first-ever liberal arts college opens the door for more in Africa
A 2015 MacArthur Genuis Grantee opened Africa's first liberal arts college in Ghana almost fifteen years ago. It may pave the way for more schools.
Where are the world's most endangered monuments?The World Monuments Fund releases its 2016 'Watch List' to raise awareness of preservation needs around the globe.
Sub-Saharan Africa gets its first metro systemA newly opened light rail system in Ethiopia is expected to ease the commuting nightmare in the country's capital.
Magna Carta runs afoul of Chinese censorsThe exhibit's sudden move from a large university to a smaller venue may speak volumes about Beijing's new crackdown on democratic ideas.
Pope Francis asks forgiveness for scandals at the Vatican and in RomeIn a surprise comment, the Pope made a plea for forgiveness during an audience at St. Peter's Square.
'No cash only': Sweden on track to be world's first cash-free country‘If you have to pay in cash, something is wrong.' As the country ditches ATMs in favor of mobile payments, a new study has found Sweden on the leading edge of the cash-free society.
Is Obama rethinking his vow to bring troops home from Afghanistan?A paper signed by more than 20 former top US officials says that US and NATO forces 'should be maintained at or close to present levels.'
Australia writes to Brigitte Bardot in defense of killing feral catsTo the objection of cats lovers worldwide, Australia plans to cull two million cats by 2020 as an effort to protect endangered small mammals, birds, and lizards on the continent.
