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Narendra Modi, India's newest PM, meets Pakistan's Nawaz SharifNarendra Modi was sworn in as India's prime minister Monday. Then, Narendra Modi met with Pakistan prime minister Nawaz Sharif.
Chemical weapons inspectors attacked in Syria, staff safeA convoy of chemical weapons inspectors from the international watchdog, The Organization for the Prohibition of Chemical Weapons (OPCW), overseeing the dismantling of Syria's chemical weapons program came under fire on Tuesday in Syria but all staff members were safe, the organization said.
What is Pope Francis doing in Jerusalem?Some highlights from the third (and final) day of Pope Francis's visit to the Holy Land.
Hurricane Amanda: The strongest May hurricane in 50 years is weakening, say expertsHurricane Amanda, off the Pacific coast of Mexico, is still a Category 4 but it will stay far offshore as it winds down, say experts. The Pacific hurricane season started May 15.
Ukraine and pro-Russian forces fight air battle at rebel-held airport in DonetskUkrainian government warplanes launched airstrikes against pro-Russian rebels, armed with anti-aircraft weapons, who had seized Donetsk international airport on Monday.
Thai coup leader says he has king's support, threatens crackdownThe Thai general who seized power last week said Monday, 'I will need to use force and impose the law strictly' if protests resume. 'You will have to forgive any tough measures.'
Wojciech Jaruzelski remembered as last Communist leader in PolandWojciech Jaruzelski led Poland and its Communist Party from the early 1980s to the end of the Cold War. Wojciech Jaruzelski eventually saw Poland become a democracy.
Angela Merkel: Right-wing electoral victories are 'remarkable and regrettable'Angela Merkel, the German chancellor, denounced this weekend's right-wing victories in France and elsewhere. Merkel said the best response is to focus on creating jobs and improving economic conditions.
Low voter turnout in Colombia means runoff for President Santos and conservative rivalDespite all the advantages of running as an incumbent, Santos limped to the finish line Sunday. Some blame weeks of mudslinging between top candidates and one of the lowest voter turnouts in decades.
Pope, Patriarch pray together in JerusalemPope Francis and Ecumenical Patriarch Bartholomew -- the leader of the world's Orthodox Christians -- worshipped together at the Holy Sepulcher in Jerusalem, traditionally the site of Christ's tomb for the 50th anniversary of a historic reconciliation between the two churches.
Ukraine: Exit polls show billionaire candy maker as election winnerPetro Poroshenko appears to have one the vote outright, preventing any need for a run-off election. However, while voting was strong in western Ukraine gunmen prevented many in the eastern part of the country from casting ballots.
Thailand army tightens grip, threatening protesters with military courtThe Thai military is focused on tamping down protests and giving the struggling economy a jolt, promising to pay farmers owed money by the government.
On Bethlehem visit, Pope makes foray into Israeli-Palestinian conflictPope Francis traveled from Jordan to Bethlehem today, causing a stir by referring to the "state of Palestine" and praying at the wall separating Israel and the West Bank.
Greece earthquake: Magnitude 6.9 rattles Turkey tooGreece earthquake: A 6.9 magnitude earthquake struck off the coast of northern Greece on Saturday, Damage was minor but in Turkey 270 people were reported hospitalized.
- Pro-Russians block eastern Ukraine from voting prep
At least half of the election districts in the eastern Ukraine have been prevented from preparing for Sunday's presidential election, a Ukrainian official says.
- Somali parliament attacked by Al Shabab militants
The al-Qaida-linked group has carried out several attacks on government institutions; witnesses described a scene of chaos inside parliament, though the Somali army was able to beat off the attack.
Thailand coup: Army detains influential criticsThe army is already holding most of the government in secret locations, and has now asked a wide range of civil society figures to turn themselves in.
- British yacht missing: Search for Cheeki Rafiki's crew called off
British yacht missing: Underwater images captured by a Navy swimmer showed the raft of the British yacht was still stowed in its storage space, indicating that there is little chance of finding the four missing sailors alive.
- Putin scolds Prince Charles for Hitler comparison
Russian President Vladimir Putin says Britain's Prince Charles comment was not 'royal behavior.' The prince reportedly said that in Ukraine "Putin is doing just about the same as Hitler."
- Tropical storm Amanda forecast to become hurricane today
Tropical storm Amanda is located southwest of Mexico and strengthening into a hurricane. But the hurricane is not expected to reach Mexico.
