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U.S. aircraft crashes in Kyrgyzstan, officials say

U.S. aircraft crashes in Kyrgyzstan, officials say

A U.S. military refueling plane crashed in a mountainous region after taking off Friday in Kyrgyzstan, a Kyrgyz official said.
Israel wary about possibility of U.S. arming Syrian rebels

Israel wary about possibility of U.S. arming Syrian rebels

WASHINGTON (CNN) -- Israel is asking the Obama administration not to arm Syrian rebels unless it can carefully screen them to ensure no weapons would fall into the hands of terrorists groups, the Israeli ambassador to the United States tells CN
Death toll from Bangladesh building collapse climbs above 400

Death toll from Bangladesh building collapse climbs above 400

A week after a building containing thousands of Bangladeshi garment workers came crashing down around them, the death toll from the South Asian nation's deadliest industrial disaster rose above 400.
Girl, 4, dies after rape in India

Girl, 4, dies after rape in India

A week after the news of a child rape sparked protests in India, hospital officials confirmed the rape of another girl.
Apps that lead you off the beaten path

Apps that lead you off the beaten path

We're used to our phones navigating us from one place to another, giving detailed instructions on how to find our destination in the fastest, easiest way possible.
20 of the world's most beautiful World Heritage Sites

20 of the world's most beautiful World Heritage Sites

You heard of the two guys who recently opted in to a two-year, $1.5 million holiday? These are some of the sights they'll be privy to.
UT Health Northeast lung cancer screening conference

UT Health Northeast lung cancer screening conference

There is one particular type of cancer which a leading cause of death.
38 people dead in fire at psychiatric hospital in Russia

38 people dead in fire at psychiatric hospital in Russia

A fire tore through a psychiatric hospital near Moscow, killing 38 people, Russian officials said Friday.
How humble USB turned engineer into tech 'rock star'

How humble USB turned engineer into tech 'rock star'

With computer technology advancing at an ever bewildering pace, it's comforting to know that one little feature remains steadfastly future-proof and, more importantly, foolproof.
South Korea presses North for talks on crisis at joint industrial zone

South Korea presses North for talks on crisis at joint industrial zone

South Korea on Thursday warned North Korea of serious consequences if it rejects an offer for talks about the dire situation at their shared manufacturing zone where Pyongyang has halted activity amid recent tensions.
More than 30 killed in Iraq attacks

More than 30 killed in Iraq attacks

Violence erupted in Iraq on Tuesday, with more than 30 slain and dozens injured in an atmosphere beset with political and Sunni-Shiite tensions.
What was Tamerlan Tsarnaev doing in Russia?

What was Tamerlan Tsarnaev doing in Russia?

MAKHACHKALA, Russia (CNN) -- Something struck Tamerlan Tsarnaev's aunt when her nephew arrived in southern Russia last year.
2 arrested for al Qaeda-supported plot in Canada

2 arrested for al Qaeda-supported plot in Canada

Two men arrested Monday were allegedly part of an al Qaeda-supported plot to attack a passenger train, officials with the Royal Canadian Mountain Police said.
Runners start London Marathon with moment of silence for Boston victims

Runners start London Marathon with moment of silence for Boston victims

Despite the spring sunshine, the start of the London Marathon on Sunday was a somber occasion.
In Venezuela, who are the opposition protesters?

In Venezuela, who are the opposition protesters?

- "If something happens to Capriles, I am willing to go to Caracas to defend him."