Why U.S. won't recognize 'forgotten genocide'
Katie Couric examines the controversy over the massacre of Armenians 100 years ago.
More than 12 hurt as stage collapses at Indiana high school
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — More than a dozen students suffered minor injuries after a stage packed with dancing and clapping youths collapsed during a musical performance at a central Indiana high school, authorities said Friday.
Pakistan says botched strike highlights dangers of US drone war
Pakistan said Friday the botched US drone attack that killed two foreign hostages showed the risks of the controversial tactic, as details came to light apparently pinpointing the fatal strike. President Barack Obama admitted on Thursday that one American and one Italian hostage were accidentally killed in a counter-terrorism operation in January targeting a suspected Al-Qaeda hideout. Obama said US consultant Warren Weinstein and Italian aid worker Giovanni Lo Porto
Ex-general, CIA chief Petraeus gets probation, $100,000 fine in leak case
By Colleen Jenkins CHARLOTTE, N.C. (Reuters) – Former U.S. military commander and CIA director David Petraeus was sentenced to two years of probation and ordered to pay a$100,000 fine but was spared prison time on Thursday after pleading guilty to mishandling classified information. He agreed under a plea deal to a misdemeanor charge of unauthorized removal and retention of classified material. U.S. Magistrate Judge David Keesler raised the fine from
Hostage locations difficult to track – and may be getting harder
By Warren Strobel and Mark Hosenball WASHINGTON (Reuters) – The U.S. drone strike that accidentally killed two hostages in Pakistan exposes intelligence shortfalls that former and current U.S. officials say appear to be growing more frequent as militants expand their safe havens and as Washington gathers less on-the-ground human intelligence. Obtaining timely intelligence on hostages has always been difficult, especially in volatile regions where the United States has limited access
In Iowa for Faith & Freedom, Republican contenders face tricky balance
When the Iowa Faith & Freedom Coalition plays host to nine Republican White House hopefuls this weekend, the conservative Christian group will simply be pursuing its stated mission to “take back our state and country.” But the Republican contenders who will speak at the group’s annual Spring Kick-Off face a more delicate balance: How to address pressure from the Christian group to toe the conservative line on a number of
Arizona sheriff acknowledges investigation into judge's wife
PHOENIX (AP) — In a bombshell revelation, Sheriff Joe Arpaio acknowledged Thursday that his office was behind a secret investigation into the wife of the judge presiding over a racial-profiling lawsuit against the brash Arizona lawman known for his anti-immigration patrols.
Lawsuit: Ferguson probe was botched from start
Ex-Ferguson police officer Darren Wilson destroyed potentially crucial evidence shortly after fatally shooting Michael Brown, the slain teen’s family alleges in a lawsuit filed Thursday.
Obama takes blame for operation that killed two hostages
The White House said Thursday that a US operation in January against an Al Qaeda compound near the Afghan-Pakistan border killed one American and one Italian hostage, along with an American member of the jihadist group. Another American, Al-Qaeda spokesman Adam Gadahn, was killed, “likely in a separate US government counterterrorism operation.” “No words can fully express our regret over this terrible tragedy,” the White House said, revealing the previously
Family of black Ferguson teen killed by police sues city
(Reuters) – The family of Michael Brown, a black 18-year-old killed in Ferguson last summer by a white police officer, filed a wrongful death lawsuit against the city on Thursday, seeking unspecified punitive damages, $75,000 in compensation and changes in policing. The civil lawsuit filed in St. Louis County, Missouri, names the city of Ferguson, former Police Chief Thomas Jackson and former police officer Darren Wilson as defendants.
Matt Bai: Lincoln Chafee’s 2016 run might matter more than you think
Hillary Clinton shouldn’t laugh off the Republican turned Democrat as others have done in the past.
Hillary campaign swats at Iran charge in ‘Clinton Cash’
A new book claims she watered down sanctions to please a company that paid her husband for a speech.
Exclusive: Clinton charities will refile tax returns, audit for other errors
By Jonathan Allen NEW YORK (Reuters) – Hillary Clinton’s family’s charities are refiling at least five annual tax returns after a Reuters review found errors in how they reported donations from governments, and said they may audit other Clinton Foundation returns in case of other errors. The foundation and its list of donors have been under intense scrutiny in recent weeks. Republican critics say the foundation makes Clinton, who is
American, Italian hostages inadvertently killed in U.S. operation: Obama
By Will Dunham and Julia Edwards WASHINGTON (Reuters) – An American and an Italian who had been held hostage for several years by al Qaeda in the border region of Pakistan and Afghanistan were inadvertently killed in a U.S. counterterrorism operation in January, President Barack Obama said on Thursday. On behalf of the United States government, I offer our deepest apologies to the families,” Obama said in an appearance at
Chile volcano erupts for first time in decades
A volcano in Chile that had been inactive for over 50 years suddenly erupted twice in the space of hours, blasting huge clouds of ash into the air and forcing the evacuation of around 5,000 people. There were no immediate reports of injuries after the eruptions from the Calbuco volcano in southern Chile late Wednesday and again before sunrise on Thursday. A state of emergency was declared after the first
High costs hinder outfitting of U.S. cops with body cameras
By Julia Edwards and Anjali Athavaley WASHINGTON/NEW YORK (Reuters) – A recent series of widely publicized police shootings of unarmed civilians has heightened interest across the United States in outfitting patrol officers with body cameras. More than a half-dozen companies are competing to supply the nation’s nearly 700,000 sworn officers with body cameras, which can cost between $350 and $700 apiece.
Justice for Freddie Gray
Where does the investigation stand in the death of Freddie Gray, a 25-year-old Baltimore man who apparently suffered grievous injuries to his spine while in police custody? Billy Murphy, Jr., an attorney for Freddie Gray’s family, speaks to Yahoo News and Finance Anchor Bianna Golodryga and offers his views on where the case stands, and what needs to be done to ensure justice for Mr. Gray and his family.
Tsarnaev middle finger photo formally entered into evidence
Prosecutors formally enter into evidence a video still of the now-convicted Boston Marathon bomber giving a courthouse security camera the middle finger.
Protests grow over death of man in Baltimore police custody
The Justice Department has opened a civil rights investigation into Freddie Gray’s death.
Tina Brown on Hillary Clinton's 2016 run
The host of the Women in the World Summit talks with Yahoo’s Bianna Golodryga about what’s different this time around.
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Russian, Iranian companies discuss barter deal terms: minister
Russian and Iranian companies are discussing terms for a barter deal which will not include oil deliveries, Russian Energy Minister Alexander Novak said on Wednesday, trying to end confusion over the status of a long-heralded agreement. Russian officials said on Monday Russia was sending grain, equipment and construction materials to Iran in an oil-for-goods exchange, the first step in securing a foothold in a new market since the West imposed
Guinea protesters honour uneasy truce in wake of riots
Businesses remained closed in Guinea’s capital on Wednesday as police poured into the streets to maintain order after 48 hours of clashes between anti-government protesters and security forces. The government, which denies police shot at protesters, has confirmed the death of a young girl “after a fall” but said on Tuesday just 10 people were being treated in hospital. Dozens of police stood guard at major intersections while officers were
Governing party treasurer arrested in Brazil kickback case
RIO DE JANEIRO (AP) — Federal police on Wednesday detained the treasurer of Brazil’s governing Workers’ Party in connection with an wide-ranging investigation into corruption scheme at state-run oil giant Petrobras.
Finished days before death, Charlie Hebdo director's book unveiled
Paris (AFP) – “One day, for a laugh, I will have to publish all the threats I received at Charlie Hebdo,” French cartoonist Charb wrote in a book he finished just two days before being mowed down by jihadist gunmen. In the essay to be published Thursday which at times feels chillingly prescient, Charb worries that the fight against racism is being replaced by a struggle against “Islamophobia”, which he
Pope urged to deal with bishops who fail to protect kids
VATICAN CITY (AP) — The issue of holding bishops accountable for failing to protect children from sexual deviants arrived squarely on Pope Francis’ agenda Wednesday as his point-man on sex abuse raised the case of a controversial bishop appointment in Chile.
Iran puts forward Yemen peace plan as Houthis suffer battlefield setbacks
By Mohamed Mukashaf ADEN (Reuters) – Iran proposed a peace plan for Yemen on Tuesday and called for an end to Saudi-led air strikes against Houthi rebels allied to Tehran, but the move was likely to draw a cool response from Riyadh. On the battlefront, militiamen loyal to deposed President President Abd-Rabbu Mansour Hadi said they had pushed back Houthi fighters at several points in southern Yemen, including districts of
Russia confirms Iran oil-for-goods swap, traders skeptical
By Gabriela Baczynska MOSCOW (Reuters) – The Kremlin confirmed on Tuesday that an oil-for-goods barter deal between Russia and Iran was being implemented and officials said the road was clear for Moscow to supply an advanced S-300 anti-missile system to Tehran. Oil and commodities traders contacted by Reuters were skeptical the barter deal was underway, saying they had not seen any volumes of Iranian oil or Russian grain connected to
Iran nuclear talks to resume on April 21, Zarif says
Nuclear talks between Iran and world powers will resume on April 21 at the deputy level, Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif said on Tuesday, in what will be the first meeting since a major breakthrough two weeks ago. Iran and the United States, Britain, France, Russia, China, and Germany reached a preliminary deal on Iran’s disputed nuclear program this month and are aiming to reach a final accord by
Six servicemen killed as violence escalates in east Ukraine
Six servicemen were killed and 12 wounded in eastern Ukraine in the past 24 hours despite a ceasefire deal, Ukraine’s military said on Tuesday, as both sides in the conflict accused the other of increasing attacks and building up weapons on the frontline. The mutual recriminations have put further strain on a two-month-old truce between Ukraine’s military and pro-Russian rebels, though it remains technically in force despite almost daily reports
Nigeria's Boko Haram abducted 2,000 women and girls: report
By Emma Farge and Alex Whiting DAKAR/LONDON – Boko Haram Islamic militants have kidnapped at least 2,000 girls and women since the start of last year, turning them into cooks, sex slaves and fighters, and sometimes killing those who refused to comply, Amnesty International said on Tuesday. The human rights group’s 90-page report based on dozens of interviews with witnesses and escaped abductees comes a year after the group seized
Obama, Iraq's Abadi to discuss Islamic State fight in White House meeting
By Jeff Mason WASHINGTON (Reuters) – Iraqi Prime Minister Haidar al-Abadi and President Barack Obama will discuss the fight against Islamic State on Tuesday at a White House meeting likely to be dominated by Iraqi requests for U.S. arms and tension over Iran’s role on the battlefield. In his first U.S. trip since becoming prime minister, Abadi is expected to seek billions of dollars in drones and other U.S. weapons
Activists criticize Kenya for putting Muslim groups on Shabaab supporters' list
By Edith Honan NAIROBI (Reuters) – Rights groups criticized Kenya’s government on Tuesday for including two prominent Muslim groups on a list of possible supporters of al Shabaab, the Somali Islamists behind this month’s Garissa university attack that killed 148 people. Haki Africa and Muslims for Human Rights (MUHURI), which are both headquartered in Mombasa, were included on a list of 86 groups and individuals suspected of being associated with
Solar Impulse 2 pilot back in Switzerland for medical tests
The co-pilot of a pioneering plane attempting to circumnavigate the globe powered by the sun, is being treated for migraine in his native Switzerland but will return to China soon, a spokeswoman said Tuesday. Andre Borschberg had returned for a medical check-up for migraine problems but “he will be back in China in a few days,” spokeswoman Claudia Durgnat told AFP by email. She said the next leg of the
Canada to join US effort to train Ukrainian troops
TORONTO (AP) — Canada is sending 200 military trainers to Ukraine, joining the U.S. and Britain an effort to bolster the country’s forces against Russian aggression.
Iraq's Al-Abadi making in-person appeal to Obama for help
WASHINGTON (AP) — Iraqi Prime Minister Haider al-Abadi is making an in-person appeal to President Barack Obama on Tuesday for more help defeating the Islamic State militants, hoping recent gains in the fight will encourage more investment from a war-weary United States.
Deal or not, many U.S. states will keep sanctions grip on Iran
By Yeganeh Torbati WASHINGTON (Reuters) – As the United States and Iran come closer to a historic nuclear deal, many U.S. states are likely to stick with their own sanctions on Iran that could complicate any warming of relations between the long-time foes. In a little known aspect of Iran’s international isolation, around two dozen states have enacted measures punishing companies operating in certain sectors of its economy, directing public
Deal or not, many U.S. states will keep sanctions grip on Iran
By Yeganeh Torbati WASHINGTON (Reuters) – As the United States and Iran come closer to a historic nuclear deal, many U.S. states are likely to stick with their own sanctions on Iran that could complicate any warming of relations between the long-time foes. In a little known aspect of Iran’s international isolation, around two dozen states have enacted measures punishing companies operating in certain sectors of its economy, directing public
Islamic State militants breach Iraq refinery perimeter, repelled
Islamic State militants breached the security perimeter around Iraq’s largest refinery in Baiji early on Monday but were beaten back by security forces and coalition air strikes, local officials said. The refinery was under siege for five months after Islamic State militants tore through Iraq last summer. Security forces drove the militants out of the nearby town of Baiji in November.
Islamic State militants breach Iraq refinery perimeter, repelled
Islamic State militants breached the security perimeter around Iraq’s largest refinery in Baiji early on Monday but were beaten back by security forces and coalition air strikes, local officials said. The refinery was under siege for five months after Islamic State militants tore through Iraq last summer. Security forces drove the militants out of the nearby town of Baiji in November.
Russia lifts ban on missile deliveries to Iran, start oil-for-goods swap
By Gabriela Baczynska MOSCOW (Reuters) – Russian President Vladimir Putin on Monday paved the way for long-overdue missile system deliveries to Iran and Moscow started an oil-for-goods swap with Tehran, showing the Kremlin’s determination to boost economic ties with the Islamic Republic. The moves come after world powers, including Russia, reached an interim deal with Iran on curbing its nuclear programme and signal that Moscow may have a head-start in
