World News Digest
U.S., world airlines halt flights to Tel Aviv over missile fears
In a sign of increased caution about flying near combat zones, U.S. and European airlines halted flights to Israel on Tuesday after a rocket landed near...
Russian media full of MH17 conspiracy theories, none blaming Russia
An assassination attempt against Russian President Vladimir Putin. A desperate ploy to draw the West into the battle for Ukraine’s east.
Report: Evidence of Islamic takeover at Birmingham, UK schools
There is “clear evidence” of an Islamist takeover plot at Birmingham, U.K.
EU imposes new sanctions on Russian officials over MH17 crash
The European Union agreed Tuesday to impose new sanctions against officials deemed responsible for Russia’s actions in Ukraine, amid mounting international...
UN chief says he believes fighting in Gaza will end soon
The U.N. secretary-general said Tuesday it is his “hope and belief” that his emergency mission to the Middle East will lead to an end to the...
Pregnant woman and girl, 4, among latest Gaza victims from Israeli airstrikes
A four-year-old girl and three women, one of them pregnant, were among those killed in the latest Israeli airstrikes on Gaza, according to medics.
Germany to allow ‘seriously ill’ patients to grow their own cannabis
A German court today ruled some people suffering from chronic pain should be able to cultivate their own cannabis “for therapeutic purposes.”...
Curtains for Krusty? ‘Simpsons’ producer hints at popular clown’s death
"The Simpsons" could be set to kill off one of its most beloved characters, Krusty the Clown.
Reboot: Former World Cup winner Dunga named as Brazil’s new coach
Brazil named Dunga as their manager for the second time on Tuesday, two weeks after they were hammered 7-1 by Germany in the World Cup semifinals that...
Orange really is the new black: Sheriff bans ‘fashionable’ prison colours
A Michigan sheriff is changing prisoners’ all-orange inmate jumpsuits—because they have become a popular fashion trend outside of jail.
Real Madrid sign Colombian World Cup top scorer Rodriguez for $108M
Real Madrid have signed Colombia midfielder James Rodriguez from Monaco to a six-year contract, the La Liga club said on Tuesday.
One Direction confirm second movie, ‘Where We Are,’ for October release
With over 105 million combined Twitter followers and having made US$67 million at the box office with their first foray into film, it was only a matter...
One is one: UK royals release new photos for Prince George’s first birthday
William and Kate have released two new family photographs to mark Prince George’s first birthday.
U.K. announces public inquiry into poison murder of ex-KGB spy Litvinenko
The widow of poisoned ex-KGB spy Alexander Litvinenko says she is “relieved and delighted” that there will be a public inquiry into his death.
Mercury rising: Last June was the world’s hottest since 1880, scientists say
Last month was the hottest June since record-keeping began in 1880, according to a monthly report by U.S.
Berlusconi, freed from sex-trial woes, dreams of political comeback
Silvio Berlusconi’s acquittal in a high-profile sex-for-hire case has boosted the former Italian prime minister’s determination to revive his...
Syria fly-over sparks new criticism of under fire Malaysia Airlines
Embattled Malaysia Airlines faced fresh outrage Tuesday as it confirmed one of its planes flew over war-torn Syria, just days after the MH17 disaster laid...
Move over TIE fighters: Darth Vader gets his own wheels at Comic-Con 2014
When it comes to designing coveted collectible toys for sale at Comic-Con, the annual celebration of pop culture lifting off Thursday in San Diego, the...
That cheeseburger you’re eating? It’s harming the environment
Raising beef for the dinner table does far more damage to the environment than producing pork, poultry, eggs or dairy, a new study says.
Body of S Korean tycoon, linked to ferry sinking, found surrounded by alcohol
The body of South Korea’s most wanted man, linked to the sinking of a ferry in April that killed 300 people, was identified more than a month after...
Jakarta governor Widodo claims Indonesian election win with 53% of vote
Jakarta governor Joko Widodo, who won the hearts of Indonesians with his common-man image, won Indonesia’s presidential election with 53 per cent...
Apple hoping large-screen iPhones gives it bigger bite of smartphone market
Apple is preparing for its largest initial production run of iPhones, betting that larger screens will lure customers away from Samsung.
MH17 bodies finally arrive in Kharkiv by train as black boxes are handed over
A train carrying many of the victims of Malaysia Airlines Flight 17 has arrived in the Ukrainian city of Kharkiv, where the bodies will be handed over...
A child’s dream: Why Legos keep washing up on a British beach
For the last 17 years, Lego pieces have been washing up on the shores of Cornwall, England, to the delight of mystified beachgoers.
Political conflicts among Arab states may draw out Gaza truce process
The push for a Gaza ceasefire risks becoming mired in a regional tussle for influence between conservative Arab states and Islamist-friendly governments,...
Israeli-Palestinian conflict echoes loudly in tense France
The Israeli-Palestinian conflict stirs up passions the world over and France—where large Muslim and Jewish communities, a colonial past and divisions...
Boston bombing suspect’s friend found guilty of obstructing investigation
A college friend of Boston Marathon bombing suspect Dzhokhar Tsarnaev has been found guilty of impeding the investigation into the deadly attack.
Typhoon kills 11 people in Vietnam after leaving 26 dead in southern China
The number of people killed by typhoon Rammasun in China has increased to 33, officials said Monday.
Duchess of Cambridge to make first official solo trip abroad to Malta
The Duchess of Cambridge is to make her first official solo trip abroad. Kate will travel to Malta on September 20 and 21 to represent the Queen as the...
Gaza death toll rises as truce effort intensifies
A high-level attempt by the U.N. chief and the U.S. secretary of state to end deadly Israel-Hamas fighting was off to a rough start Monday: Gaza’s...
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