Conyers Resigns Amid Sexual Harassment Allegations
The move by the longtime Democratic congressman from Michigan came after top House Democrats and House Speaker Paul Ryan, R-Wis., had called on him to resign.
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Prospect Of U.S. Embassy Move To Jerusalem Worries Leaders In Middle East And Beyond
The White House says President Trump will announce his decision on the embassy's location in the coming days. Key Arab and Muslim allies of the U.S. warn such a move could spark anger — or violence.
Arrests For Illegal Border Crossings Hit 46-Year Low
Under the Trump presidency, there has been a dramatic shift in arrests of undocumented immigrants from the Southwest border to the interior of the nation.
The Politics Of Myanmar's Changing Tea Culture
Myanmar's tea shops have long been central as public spaces to meet and talk, especially during the military regime. But with the country's "opening" to Western influence, their prominence is fading.
The 10 Events You Need To Know To Understand The Michael Flynn Story
The Flynn saga involves two presidents, a foreign ambassador, one fired FBI director and a lot of talk about Russian sanctions.
Vaccine Safety Concerns Shut Down Immunization Campaign In Philippines
It took 20 years and $1.5 billion to develop a vaccine for dengue, a deadly mosquito-borne virus. After it finally got approval in many countries, a complication has surfaced.
Is Life Better Now Than 50 Years Ago? The Answer May Depend On The Economy
A new Pew Research Center survey finds people worldwide are divided on whether life is better today than it was 50 years ago. Economic strength tends to predict greater satisfaction, but not always.
After Weeks Of Will-He-Or-Won't-He, Lebanon's Prime Minister Rescinds Resignation
In a speech from Saudi Arabia last month, Saad Hariri shocked his country by announcing he would resign — then two weeks later, he suspended that resignation. On Tuesday, he formally withdrew it.
Supreme Court OKs Trump Travel Ban Pending Lower Court Rulings
"In light of its decision to consider the case on an expedited basis, we expect that the Court of Appeals will render its decision with appropriate dispatch," the order says.
Running Against Roy Moore: Can Doug Jones Win Over Alabama's Weary Voters?
The Democrat is trying to piece together a coalition that welcomes disaffected Republicans but still appeals to traditional Democrats.