Iraqis Are Getting To Know Historic Site Of Babylon Better Through Tourism
Iraq's historic site of Babylon is famous worldwide, but some Iraqis are just getting to know it again — thanks to tours that introduce them to the past.
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Biden Faces Decision On Gas Pipeline From Russia That Could Alienate Germany
The Biden administration has to decide whether to alienate Germany, a close ally, by continuing the Trump administration's sanctions on companies building Germany's gas pipeline from Russia.
Pope Plans Historic Visit To Iraq As Its Christian Populations Dwindle
Many Iraqis — Christian and Muslim — say they are excited about the first papal visit to the country, raising hopes of religious tolerance in the face of extremist violence.
Italian Ambassador To DRC Is Killed In Attack On Food Aid Convoy
The violence struck near Goma, as Ambassador Luca Attanasio rode in a U.N. World Food Program convoy near the DRC's eastern borders with Rwanda and Uganda.
Illegal Border Crossings Rise As Some People Try Multiple Times
Attempted migrant crossings on the U.S.-Mexico borders are rising but a close look at the cases shows that it's largely due to single Mexican men who are attempting to cross numerous times.
France's Baguette Is In Contention To Receive U.N. Recognition
The French Bakers Association wants the baguette added to the United Nation's list of intangible treasures. A true baguette is a mix of 4 ingredients: flour, water, yeast, salt and plenty of time.
Massive Oil Spill In Israel Has Hit 100 Miles Of Coastline
A suspected oil tanker leak off the coast of Israel has led to the country's biggest maritime ecological disaster in years — with authorities closing beaches and beginning a massive cleanup effort.
Iran, U.N. Regulators Agree On Reduced — But Continued — Nuclear Verification
The International Atomic Energy Agency and Iran announced an deal to keep some verification activities going for the immediate future. Iran earlier had said it would suspend snap inspections.
7 Dead In Nigerian Air Force Crash After Reported Engine Failure
An investigation is underway to determine what caused a small Nigerian air force passenger plane to crash near the nation's capital on Sunday, killing all seven people on board.
As Myanmar Mourns Slain Protesters, Military Junta Threatens More Violence
Thousands gathered to mourn the first protester killed by the Myanmar military since a junta seized power earlier this month. The military has warned of more violence if protests continue.