Opinion: What I Learned From Long Months Of North Korea Talks
Former State Department official Joel Wit has taken part in U.S. negotiations with North Korea for 25 years. Here are some key tips for the Trump administration.
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China Has Refused To Recycle The West's Plastics. What Now?
So where will all those bottles and bags end up? A new study looks at what's happening.
U.S. Military Joins The Search For Thai Children Trapped In A Flooded Cave
The 12 boys and their soccer coach went missing Saturday evening. Incessant rains prevented rescue crews from reaching a deep chamber where authorities believe the group is.
Syrian Children's Choir Will Not Perform At U.S. Festival Because Of Travel Ban
When the Nai Syrian Children's Choir was invited to join the Serenade! Choral Festival in Washington, D.C., this week, they were excited, until they realized they are from a country listed in the American travel ban.
'Canadians Are Livid' About Trump And Are Hitting Back By Boycotting U.S. Goods
"The brutality of American politics right now is something that is profoundly shocking to Canadians," says a former Trudeau adviser. "I think many people feel they do not recognize the U.S. anymore."
Hobby Lobby's Illegal Antiquities Shed Light On A Lost, Looted Ancient City In Iraq
About 3,800 objects purchased by Hobby Lobby were returned to Iraq in May. Some come from an ancient Sumerian city, Irisagrig, and indicate that life there was "pretty good," an archaeologist says.
The 'Rules Of War' Are Being Broken. What Exactly Are They?
It's a timely question in the wake of attacks on civilians, aid workers and hospitals. Here's a guide to their history and their content.
After A Stop In China, Defense Secretary Mattis Heads To South Korea
Defense Secretary Jim Mattis is in Seoul, where he's expected to discuss the drawdown of military exercises with South Korea, and the repatriation of the remains of U.S. soldiers from the Korean War.
France Plans Revival Of Compulsory National Service
On the campaign trail, French President Emmanuel Macron first proposed bringing back national service, which was phased out in 1996.
Warring Parties Sign Cease-Fire In South Sudan
Previous agreements have quickly collapsed. The ongoing civil war has created one of the world's worst humanitarian crises.