Feb 22 South Sudan’s rivals form unity government meant to end war By Maura Ajak, Associated Press South Sudan opened a new chapter in its fragile emergence from civil war Saturday as rival leaders formed a coalition government that many observers prayed would last this time around. Continue reading
Feb 21 Watch 5:17 News Wrap: WHO warns of closing window to contain novel coronavirus In our news wrap Friday, the World Health Organization warns the window of opportunity to contain the international spread of novel coronavirus is closing. South Korea has become the latest front in the outbreak, with officials declaring a health emergency… Continue watching
Feb 21 Watch 6:33 What short-term deal between U.S., Taliban means for chances of Afghan peace A week-long “reduction in violence” between the U.S. and the Taliban represents a potential breakthrough for peace in Afghanistan. If it holds, the two sides will sign the first phase of a peace agreement that could pave the way to… Continue watching
Feb 21 Watch 4:58 Amid reported Russian meddling, a ‘deeply damaging’ politicization of U.S. intelligence Multiple news outlets report that U.S. intelligence officials told House lawmakers recently that Russia is actively trying to help President Trump be reelected. In response, Trump has lashed out at Democrats, saying they are starting a “rumor” about Russian election… Continue watching
Feb 21 Italy’s novel coronavirus cases rise to 17 as cluster emerges By Luca Bruno, Nicole Winfield, Associated Press The number of people in Italy infected with the new virus from China more than quadrupled Friday. Continue reading
Feb 21 Watch 10:07 Sick and starving, Venezuelan children stoke fear of a lost generation – and more violence By Marcia Biggs, Frank Carlson Amid Venezuela’s political and economic upheaval, millions of children are facing hunger, preventable diseases, lack of education and violence. Chronic poverty and food shortages drive kids and their families to desperation, whether sifting through garbage for scraps or joining a… Continue watching
Feb 21 South Korea becomes newest front in shifting virus outbreak By Hyung-Jin Kim, Matt Sedensky, Associated Press The multiplying caseload in South Korea showed the ease with which the illness can spread. Continue reading
Feb 21 Iranians vote in parliament elections amid heightened tensions with U.S. By Nasser Karimi, Associated Press Iranians are voting for a new parliament, with turnout seen as a key measure of support for Iran's leadership at the time of a sanctions-linked economic downturn and diplomatic isolation. The disqualification of some 7,000 potential candidates, most of them… Continue reading
Feb 21 Germany shooting prompts calls for action against far-right extremism By David McHugh, Frank Jordans, Associated Press Germany's top security official said authorities would step up the police presence throughout the country and keep a closer watch on mosques and other sites, in a first reaction to the rampage. Continue reading
Feb 21 Intel officials say Russia is boosting Trump candidacy By Mary Clare Jalonick, Michael Balsamo, Associated Press The warning raises questions about whether Trump's administration is taking the proper steps to combat the kind of interference that the U.S. saw in 2016. Continue reading