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
Feb 21 U.S.-Taliban 'reduction in violence' takes effect, setting stage for peace deal By Kathy Gannon, Matthew Lee, Associated Press The seven-day reduction in violence will start the countdown to the signing of a peace agreement between the Taliban and the United States at the end of the month. Continue reading
Feb 20 Watch 6:22 News Wrap: Germany reels from shooting rampage that killed nine In our news wrap Thursday, Germany is reeling after a shooting rampage killed nine people overnight. The gunman, suspected to have far-right ties, opened fire in an immigrant neighborhood near Frankfurt. Also, while the novel coronavirus appears to be spreading… Continue watching
Feb 20 Watch 10:41 A year after the rise of Juan Guaido, Venezuelans are still waiting for change By Marcia Biggs, Frank Carlson Venezuela is in political, economic and humanitarian crisis. With its massive oil reserves, it used to be among the world’s wealthiest countries, but its economy has since collapsed. For residents opposed to the socialist regime of President Nicolas Maduro, the… Continue watching