A Greek City Nervously Watches Its Fur Trade Falter
Kastoria survived Greece's economic crisis primarily because of high Russian demand for the fur coats it produces. Then the Russian economy tanked. Now Kastoria is in trouble.
Europe
Portugal Beckons Tourists With Sun, History And ... Slums
Forget the cathedrals and wine houses that have made Porto, Portugal, famous. A new guided tour takes visitors to back alleys and boarded-up businesses — the effects of Europe's economic crisis.
Belgian Tourists' Trip To French Alps Delayed; Bus GPS To Blame
The bus driver picked the wrong La Plagne on his GPS and wound up in southern France — no snow and no Alps might have been a clue that they were hundreds of miles off course.
3 French Star Athletes Die In Helicopter Crash In Argentina
Swimmer Camille Muffat, 25, boxer Alexis Vastine, 28, and sailor Florence Arthaud, 57, had widely different backgrounds and personalities. They had been filming a reality TV show.
A Dog Show Mystery: Irish Setter Dies; Owners Say He Was Poisoned
Jagger's owners say there was "no doubt" the 3-year-old was "maliciously poisoned" at Crufts, Britain's top dog show, after eating cubes of beef laced with slug killer.
Vatican Says Ransom Sought For Missing Michelangelo Letters
In a development reminiscent of a Dan Brown thriller, the Vatican confirmed a report that it has received a ransom demand for the return of two stolen letters written by the renaissance master Michelangelo. It's the first time the theft has been revealed. A spokesman said the Vatican refused to pay.
2 Americans Find Trouble In Rome
When in Rome, resist the urge to carve your initials into the Colosseum. Two women from California did just that — and captured the moment with a selfie. And now they face criminal charges.
A Swiss Town, A Casino Fire And 'Smoke On The Water'
This lakeside town of Montreux just hosted talks on Iran's nuclear program. But music fans know it for its rich musical heritage, including a starring role in "Smoke On The Water."
What Was This Man Doing On The Roof Of The British Parliament?
The 23-year-old trespasser, whom police have yet to identify, spent eight hours casually walking around on top of the Palace of Westminster.
More Arrests In Killing Of Russian Opposition Leader
A total of five individuals are being arraigned in a court in Moscow for last week's murder of Boris Nemtsov, a fierce critic of President Vladimir Putin.