Saturday, June 24 2017 11:21 AM EDT2017-06-24 15:21:42 GMT
Saturday, June 24 2017 10:13 PM EDT2017-06-25 02:13:59 GMT
Illinois is on track to become the first U.S. state to have its credit rating downgraded to "junk" status, which would deepen its multibillion-dollar deficit and cost taxpayers more for years to come.
Illinois is on track to become the first U.S. state to have its credit rating downgraded to "junk" status, which would deepen its multibillion-dollar deficit and cost taxpayers more for years to come.
Friday, June 23 2017 1:21 PM EDT2017-06-23 17:21:11 GMT
Saturday, June 24 2017 10:13 PM EDT2017-06-25 02:13:07 GMT
The Iowa Supreme Court has overturned the conviction of a lottery security expert charged with attempting to claim a $16.5 million Iowa jackpot that he rigged.
The Iowa Supreme Court has overturned the conviction of a lottery security expert charged with attempting to claim a $16.5 million Iowa jackpot that he rigged.
Saturday, June 24 2017 12:11 PM EDT2017-06-24 16:11:34 GMT
Saturday, June 24 2017 10:12 PM EDT2017-06-25 02:12:28 GMT
British officials are investigating a cyberattack on the country's Parliament after discovering "unauthorized attempts to access parliamentary user accounts.".
British officials are investigating a cyberattack on the country's Parliament after discovering "unauthorized attempts to access parliamentary user accounts.".
Thursday, June 22 2017 6:10 PM EDT2017-06-22 22:10:49 GMT
Saturday, June 24 2017 4:44 PM EDT2017-06-24 20:44:22 GMT
Uber says former CEO Travis Kalanick knew a self-driving car expert accused of stealing trade secrets from Google possessed information that didn't belong to him before he joined Uber last year.
Uber says former CEO Travis Kalanick knew a self-driving car expert accused of stealing trade secrets from Google possessed information that didn't belong to him before he joined Uber last year.
Friday, June 23 2017 4:11 AM EDT2017-06-23 08:11:05 GMT
Saturday, June 24 2017 4:44 PM EDT2017-06-24 20:44:17 GMT
Money-losing Japanese electronics and nuclear company Toshiba Corp. has until Aug. 10 to get auditors to sign off on its earnings statements, or else it faces the risk of getting delisted.
Money-losing Japanese electronics and nuclear company Toshiba Corp. has until Aug. 10 to get auditors to sign off on its earnings statements, or else it faces the risk of getting delisted.
Friday, June 23 2017 12:20 AM EDT2017-06-23 04:20:39 GMT
Saturday, June 24 2017 4:44 PM EDT2017-06-24 20:44:11 GMT
Chinese censors have ordered three popular internet services to stop streaming video, prompting a sell-off in the U.S.-trade shares of Sina Corp. and its microblog service, Sina Weibo.
Chinese censors have ordered three popular internet services to stop streaming video, prompting a sell-off in the U.S.-trade shares of Sina Corp. and its microblog service, Sina Weibo.
Friday, June 23 2017 2:31 PM EDT2017-06-23 18:31:03 GMT
Saturday, June 24 2017 1:52 PM EDT2017-06-24 17:52:11 GMT
Honda is going public in an effort to debunk claims by lawyers that it knew about the hazards of exploding Takata air bag inflators nearly two decades ago but covered them up.
Honda is going public in an effort to debunk claims by lawyers that it knew about the hazards of exploding Takata air bag inflators nearly two decades ago but covered them up.
Thursday, June 22 2017 10:50 AM EDT2017-06-22 14:50:46 GMT
Saturday, June 24 2017 11:43 AM EDT2017-06-24 15:43:27 GMT
Senate Republicans are holding a private meeting to hear from leaders about their long-awaited plan for eliminating much of President Barack Obama's health law.
Senate Republicans are holding a private meeting to hear from leaders about their long-awaited plan for eliminating much of President Barack Obama's health law.
Saturday, June 24 2017 10:31 AM EDT2017-06-24 14:31:32 GMT
Saturday, June 24 2017 10:31 AM EDT2017-06-24 14:31:35 GMT
Russian President Vladimir Putin has said the most important principle for journalists should be to avoid upsetting those featured in their writing and broadcasting.
Russian President Vladimir Putin has said the most important principle for journalists should be to avoid upsetting those featured in their writing and broadcasting.
Friday, June 23 2017 7:10 AM EDT2017-06-23 11:10:49 GMT
Saturday, June 24 2017 5:32 AM EDT2017-06-24 09:32:37 GMT
British Prime Minister Theresa May's show of goodwill at the European Union summit left the 27 other EU leaders with "thousands of questions" on how to proceed with the negotiations to leave the bloc.
British Prime Minister Theresa May's show of goodwill at the European Union summit left the 27 other EU leaders with "thousands of questions" on how to proceed with the negotiations to leave the bloc.
Friday, June 23 2017 4:00 AM EDT2017-06-23 08:00:46 GMT
Saturday, June 24 2017 3:12 AM EDT2017-06-24 07:12:31 GMT
British authorities are studying samples of cladding similar to that used on the west London apartment building that caught fire, killing at least 79 people.
British authorities are studying samples of cladding similar to that used on the west London apartment building that caught fire, killing at least 79 people.
Thursday, June 22 2017 8:50 PM EDT2017-06-23 00:50:34 GMT
Friday, June 23 2017 5:35 PM EDT2017-06-23 21:35:46 GMT
The text-messaging service Line plans to inaugurate an indoor digital theme park in Thailand's capital, seeking to squeeze maximum advantage from its popularity in the country, its second biggest market after Japan.
The text-messaging service Line plans to inaugurate an indoor digital theme park in Thailand's capital, seeking to squeeze maximum advantage from its popularity in the country, its second biggest market after Japan.
Friday, June 23 2017 11:41 AM EDT2017-06-23 15:41:18 GMT
Friday, June 23 2017 5:31 PM EDT2017-06-23 21:31:56 GMT
Gov. Rick Snyder is urging the Republican-led state House to pass economic development incentives when it meets in July, saying there's still time to lure Taiwanese electronics giant Foxconn to Michigan.
Gov. Rick Snyder is urging the Republican-led state House to pass economic development incentives when it meets in July, saying there's still time to lure Taiwanese electronics giant Foxconn to Michigan.
Friday, June 23 2017 12:11 PM EDT2017-06-23 16:11:06 GMT
Friday, June 23 2017 5:31 PM EDT2017-06-23 21:31:50 GMT
A federal jury in Kansas has awarded nearly $218 million to farmers who sued Swiss agribusiness giant Syngenta over the company's introduction of a genetically engineered corn seed.
A federal jury in Kansas has awarded nearly $218 million to farmers who sued Swiss agribusiness giant Syngenta over the company's introduction of a genetically engineered corn seed.
Friday, June 23 2017 7:50 AM EDT2017-06-23 11:50:50 GMT
Friday, June 23 2017 3:01 PM EDT2017-06-23 19:01:35 GMT
Italy's farm lobby is warning that agricultural production is plummeting nationwide because of a prolonged heat and dry spell that prompted authorities to ration water and declare a state of emergency in some areas.
Italy's farm lobby is warning that agricultural production is plummeting nationwide because of a prolonged heat and dry spell that prompted authorities to ration water and declare a state of emergency in some areas.
Friday, June 23 2017 12:31 PM EDT2017-06-23 16:31:01 GMT
Friday, June 23 2017 12:31 PM EDT2017-06-23 16:31:05 GMT
Swiss agribusiness giant Syngenta says it will appeal a Kansas federal jury's awarding of nearly $218 million to Kansas farmers who sued the company over its introduction of a genetically modified corn seed variety.
Swiss agribusiness giant Syngenta says it will appeal a Kansas federal jury's awarding of nearly $218 million to Kansas farmers who sued the company over its introduction of a genetically modified corn seed variety.
Friday, June 23 2017 4:20 AM EDT2017-06-23 08:20:53 GMT
Friday, June 23 2017 10:51 AM EDT2017-06-23 14:51:02 GMT
A closely watched survey shows that economic growth across the 19-country eurozone has slipped back in June to a five-month low but that the region still enjoyed its best quarter for more than six years.
A closely watched survey shows that economic growth across the 19-country eurozone has slipped back in June to a five-month low but that the region still enjoyed its best quarter for more than six years.
Thursday, June 22 2017 5:30 AM EDT2017-06-22 09:30:44 GMT
Friday, June 23 2017 10:31 AM EDT2017-06-23 14:31:30 GMT
European Council President Donald Tusk says that he still holds out hope that Brexit can be reversed even though the negotiations on Britain's departure from the European Union officially started this week.
European Council President Donald Tusk says that he still holds out hope that Brexit can be reversed even though the negotiations on Britain's departure from the European Union officially started this week.
Thursday, June 22 2017 4:00 AM EDT2017-06-22 08:00:07 GMT
Friday, June 23 2017 7:43 AM EDT2017-06-23 11:43:44 GMT
Congressional aides and lobbyists say Senate Republicans would cut Medicaid, end penalties for people not buying insurance and erase a raft of tax increases as part of their long-awaited health care bill.
Congressional aides and lobbyists say Senate Republicans would cut Medicaid, end penalties for people not buying insurance and erase a raft of tax increases as part of their long-awaited health care bill.
Friday, June 23 2017 7:00 AM EDT2017-06-23 11:00:52 GMT
Friday, June 23 2017 7:02 AM EDT2017-06-23 11:02:00 GMT
Mongolians will vote for a new president on Monday in a race pitting a horse salesman against a former judo star and a nationalist wanting to preserve the vast landlocked country's mineral wealth.
Mongolians will vote for a new president on Monday in a race pitting a horse salesman against a former judo star and a nationalist wanting to preserve the vast landlocked country's mineral wealth.
Friday, June 23 2017 6:00 AM EDT2017-06-23 10:00:46 GMT
Friday, June 23 2017 6:00 AM EDT2017-06-23 10:00:53 GMT
The European Central Bank asks for legal powers to oversee how transactions involving financial derivatives are settled _ a hot topic in the Brexit negotiations.
The European Central Bank asks for legal powers to oversee how transactions involving financial derivatives are settled _ a hot topic in the Brexit negotiations.
Tuesday, June 20 2017 4:58 PM EDT2017-06-20 20:58:06 GMT
Friday, June 23 2017 5:22 AM EDT2017-06-23 09:22:14 GMT
Uber is enabling passengers to tip its U.S. drivers with a tap on its ride-hailing app for the first time, part of a push to recast itself as a company with a conscience and a heart.
Uber is enabling passengers to tip its U.S. drivers with a tap on its ride-hailing app for the first time, part of a push to recast itself as a company with a conscience and a heart.
Thursday, June 22 2017 11:01 PM EDT2017-06-23 03:01:12 GMT
Friday, June 23 2017 5:21 AM EDT2017-06-23 09:21:18 GMT
The Chinese owner of Sweden's Volvo Cars says it has signed a final agreement to buy a stake in Malaysia's Proton, gaining a platform to expand in Southeast Asia.
The Chinese owner of Sweden's Volvo Cars says it has signed a final agreement to buy a stake in Malaysia's Proton, gaining a platform to expand in Southeast Asia.
Friday, June 23 2017 5:01 AM EDT2017-06-23 09:01:10 GMT
Friday, June 23 2017 5:11 AM EDT2017-06-23 09:11:10 GMT
Switzerland's financial markets authority says it has taken action in two cases of insider trading and market manipulation, seizing millions of Swiss francs (dollars) of illegal profits.
Switzerland's financial markets authority says it has taken action in two cases of insider trading and market manipulation, seizing millions of Swiss francs (dollars) of illegal profits.
Thursday, June 22 2017 5:11 PM EDT2017-06-22 21:11:43 GMT
Friday, June 23 2017 4:01 AM EDT2017-06-23 08:01:38 GMT
A scientist who pleaded guilty to taking sensitive documents from a Connecticut military contractor to his native China has been sentenced to the 2 1/2 years in prison he has already served.
A scientist who pleaded guilty to taking sensitive documents from a Connecticut military contractor to his native China has been sentenced to the 2 1/2 years in prison he has already served.
Thursday, June 22 2017 4:10 AM EDT2017-06-22 08:10:06 GMT
Friday, June 23 2017 2:41 AM EDT2017-06-23 06:41:53 GMT
European Union leaders are gathering to weigh measures to tackle terrorism, closer defense ties and migration, convinced that anti-EU sentiment and support for populist parties are waning.
European Union leaders are gathering to weigh measures to tackle terrorism, closer defense ties and migration, convinced that anti-EU sentiment and support for populist parties are waning.
Thursday, June 22 2017 4:00 AM EDT2017-06-22 08:00:29 GMT
Friday, June 23 2017 2:11 AM EDT2017-06-23 06:11:06 GMT
People once held in a privately run Colorado immigration detention center are challenging the system used to keep it clean and maintained, arguing it borders on modern-day slavery.
People once held in a privately run Colorado immigration detention center are challenging the system used to keep it clean and maintained, arguing it borders on modern-day slavery.
Wednesday, June 21 2017 5:58 AM EDT2017-06-21 09:58:39 GMT
Friday, June 23 2017 2:01 AM EDT2017-06-23 06:01:47 GMT
Dutch telecom company teams up with the country's traffic safety authority to develop a bicycle lock that also locks mobile phones, in a move aimed at protecting young riders who regularly pedal through busy...
Dutch telecom company teams up with the country's traffic safety authority to develop a bicycle lock that also locks mobile phones, in a move aimed at protecting young riders who regularly pedal through busy streets while looking at their phone.
Thursday, June 22 2017 4:40 AM EDT2017-06-22 08:40:15 GMT
Friday, June 23 2017 1:43 AM EDT2017-06-23 05:43:51 GMT
The local administrator in the west London community devastated by a high-rise apartment fire has resigned after government officials criticized the speed of the response to the devastating blaze that killed at...
The local administrator in the west London community devastated by a high-rise apartment fire has resigned after government officials criticized the speed of the response to the devastating blaze that killed at least 79 people.
Wednesday, June 21 2017 3:18 PM EDT2017-06-21 19:18:55 GMT
Thursday, June 22 2017 11:15 PM EDT2017-06-23 03:15:39 GMT
Enough insurers are planning to sell coverage on the Affordable Care Act's insurance exchanges next year to keep them working _ if only barely _ in most parts of the country.
Enough insurers are planning to sell coverage on the Affordable Care Act's insurance exchanges next year to keep them working _ if only barely _ in most parts of the country.
Thursday, June 22 2017 6:50 PM EDT2017-06-22 22:50:31 GMT
Thursday, June 22 2017 10:01 PM EDT2017-06-23 02:01:20 GMT
The chairman of the House Armed Services Committee says he'll push to increase defense spending by $37 billion more than the Trump administration proposed to pay for more troops and new weapons.
The chairman of the House Armed Services Committee says he'll push to increase defense spending by $37 billion more than the Trump administration proposed to pay for more troops and new weapons.
Thursday, June 22 2017 5:50 AM EDT2017-06-22 09:50:13 GMT
Thursday, June 22 2017 9:03 PM EDT2017-06-23 01:03:06 GMT
Food exporters including the United States and Europe are stepping up pressure on China to scale back plans for intensive inspections of imports that they say will hamper access to its fast-growing market.
Food exporters including the United States and Europe are stepping up pressure on China to scale back plans for intensive inspections of imports that they say will hamper access to its fast-growing market.
Wednesday, June 21 2017 3:39 AM EDT2017-06-21 07:39:23 GMT
Thursday, June 22 2017 5:23 PM EDT2017-06-22 21:23:16 GMT
Republican efforts to roll back former President Barack Obama's health care law could mean deep cuts to treatment programs in states hard hit by the opioid crisis.
Republican efforts to roll back former President Barack Obama's health care law could mean deep cuts to treatment programs in states hard hit by the opioid crisis.
Thursday, June 22 2017 2:21 PM EDT2017-06-22 18:21:02 GMT
Thursday, June 22 2017 3:52 PM EDT2017-06-22 19:52:59 GMT
Senators from both parties are denouncing President Donald Trump's proposed energy budget, and even Trump's energy secretary is distancing himself from the plan.
Senators from both parties are denouncing President Donald Trump's proposed energy budget, and even Trump's energy secretary is distancing himself from the plan.
Thursday, June 22 2017 3:20 PM EDT2017-06-22 19:20:40 GMT
Thursday, June 22 2017 3:20 PM EDT2017-06-22 19:20:55 GMT
Warren Buffett's company is lending $1.5 billion to Home Capital and spending roughly $300 million to purchase nearly 40 percent of the troubled Canadian lender's shares.
Warren Buffett's company is lending $1.5 billion to Home Capital and spending roughly $300 million to purchase nearly 40 percent of the troubled Canadian lender's shares.
Thursday, June 22 2017 10:51 AM EDT2017-06-22 14:51:06 GMT
Thursday, June 22 2017 2:51 PM EDT2017-06-22 18:51:01 GMT
Coal company Murray Energy is suing HBO and its Sunday-night host, John Oliver, for what it says was a "false and malicious broadcast" last Sunday evening.
Coal company Murray Energy is suing HBO and its Sunday-night host, John Oliver, for what it says was a "false and malicious broadcast" last Sunday evening.
Thursday, June 22 2017 12:58 AM EDT2017-06-22 04:58:50 GMT
Thursday, June 22 2017 2:50 PM EDT2017-06-22 18:50:48 GMT
The chairman of Foxconn says there is 'still a chance' the Taiwanese electronics giant might be able to buy Toshiba's chip business despite the Japanese company's choice of another bidder as its preferred buyer.
The chairman of Foxconn says there is 'still a chance' the Taiwanese electronics giant might be able to buy Toshiba's chip business despite the Japanese company's choice of another bidder as its preferred buyer.
Thursday, June 22 2017 12:48 AM EDT2017-06-22 04:48:50 GMT
Thursday, June 22 2017 2:13 PM EDT2017-06-22 18:13:27 GMT
A study by the Highway Loss Data Institute found a 2.7 percent increase crash claims in the first three states to legalize marijuana for recreational use -- Colorado, Oregon and Washington -- when compared with...
A study by the Highway Loss Data Institute found a 2.7 percent increase crash claims in the first three states to legalize marijuana for recreational use -- Colorado, Oregon and Washington -- when compared with neighboring states.
Thursday, June 22 2017 5:40 AM EDT2017-06-22 09:40:09 GMT
Thursday, June 22 2017 1:13 PM EDT2017-06-22 17:13:24 GMT
South Africa's highest court says it is up to the speaker of parliament to decide whether a vote of no confidence in President Jacob Zuma can be done by secret ballot.
South Africa's highest court says it is up to the speaker of parliament to decide whether a vote of no confidence in President Jacob Zuma can be done by secret ballot.
Thursday, June 22 2017 10:20 AM EDT2017-06-22 14:20:18 GMT
Thursday, June 22 2017 12:30 PM EDT2017-06-22 16:30:33 GMT
At least one person was killed, train lines were shut down and some planes were grounded as a low-pressure front brought high winds and driving rain to northern Germany.
At least one person was killed, train lines were shut down and some planes were grounded as a low-pressure front brought high winds and driving rain to northern Germany.
Wednesday, June 21 2017 6:21 PM EDT2017-06-21 22:21:30 GMT
Thursday, June 22 2017 10:22 AM EDT2017-06-22 14:22:25 GMT
House Republicans are stalling a hugely popular bill to slap Iran and Russia with economic sanctions over a procedural issue they're blaming the Senate for creating.
House Republicans are stalling a hugely popular bill to slap Iran and Russia with economic sanctions over a procedural issue they're blaming the Senate for creating.
Wednesday, June 21 2017 3:58 AM EDT2017-06-21 07:58:24 GMT
Thursday, June 22 2017 5:40 AM EDT2017-06-22 09:40:39 GMT
Former Homeland Security Secretary Jeh Johnson is set to testify at a House intelligence committee hearing as the panel presses ahead with its investigation of Russia's meddling in the 2016 presidential campaign.
Former Homeland Security Secretary Jeh Johnson is set to testify at a House intelligence committee hearing as the panel presses ahead with its investigation of Russia's meddling in the 2016 presidential campaign.
Thursday, June 22 2017 4:50 AM EDT2017-06-22 08:50:17 GMT
Thursday, June 22 2017 5:00 AM EDT2017-06-22 09:00:38 GMT
The Wall Street Journal has fired its chief foreign affairs correspondent after evidence emerged about his involvement in prospective business deals, including one involving arms sales to foreign governments, with...
The Wall Street Journal has fired its chief foreign affairs correspondent after evidence emerged about his involvement in prospective business deals, including one involving arms sales to foreign governments, with a businessman who was a key source.
Thursday, June 22 2017 4:00 AM EDT2017-06-22 08:00:51 GMT
Thursday, June 22 2017 4:42 AM EDT2017-06-22 08:42:25 GMT
The Wall Street Journal has fired its chief foreign affairs correspondent after evidence emerged about his involvement in prospective business deals, including one involving arms sales to foreign governments, with...
The Wall Street Journal has fired its chief foreign affairs correspondent after evidence emerged about his involvement in prospective business deals, including one involving arms sales to foreign governments, with a businessman who was a key source.
Tuesday, June 20 2017 11:58 PM EDT2017-06-21 03:58:13 GMT
Thursday, June 22 2017 4:31 AM EDT2017-06-22 08:31:53 GMT
Saudi Arabia's King Salman has appointed his 31-year-old son Mohammed bin Salman as crown prince, removing the country's counterterrorism czar and a figure well-known to Washington from the royal line of succession.
Saudi Arabia's King Salman has appointed his 31-year-old son Mohammed bin Salman as crown prince, removing the country's counterterrorism czar and a figure well-known to Washington from the royal line of succession.
Wednesday, June 21 2017 5:48 PM EDT2017-06-21 21:48:45 GMT
Thursday, June 22 2017 2:21 AM EDT2017-06-22 06:21:49 GMT
Officials from Oklahoma and several other states are asking California's insurance commissioner to stop pressing companies to publicly disclose fossil fuel investments and divest from the coal industry.
Officials from Oklahoma and several other states are asking California's insurance commissioner to stop pressing companies to publicly disclose fossil fuel investments and divest from the coal industry.
Wednesday, June 21 2017 6:08 PM EDT2017-06-21 22:08:44 GMT
Thursday, June 22 2017 12:29 AM EDT2017-06-22 04:29:01 GMT
Tyson Foods has unveiled a plan to stop abuses down on the farm, but an animal rights group says monitoring slaughterhouses with video cameras won't stop other cruelty that exists within the poultry industry.
Tyson Foods has unveiled a plan to stop abuses down on the farm, but an animal rights group says monitoring slaughterhouses with video cameras won't stop other cruelty that exists within the poultry industry.
Wednesday, June 21 2017 4:28 AM EDT2017-06-21 08:28:20 GMT
Wednesday, June 21 2017 6:50 PM EDT2017-06-21 22:50:36 GMT
Otto Warmbier's death after returning from North Korea is stoking outrage in Washington and threatening to overshadow high-level U.S.-Chinese talks Wednesday.
Otto Warmbier's death after returning from North Korea is stoking outrage in Washington and threatening to overshadow high-level U.S.-Chinese talks Wednesday.
Tuesday, June 20 2017 8:07 AM EDT2017-06-20 12:07:48 GMT
Wednesday, June 21 2017 6:23 PM EDT2017-06-21 22:23:12 GMT
Apple is seeking to void some of Qualcomm's patent claims and licensing agreements, intensifying its legal battle with the chip maker over the technology in iPhones and iPads.
Apple is seeking to void some of Qualcomm's patent claims and licensing agreements, intensifying its legal battle with the chip maker over the technology in iPhones and iPads.
Wednesday, June 21 2017 1:38 PM EDT2017-06-21 17:38:51 GMT
Wednesday, June 21 2017 5:49 PM EDT2017-06-21 21:49:48 GMT
With a boost from President Donald Trump, House Republicans will revive efforts to shift responsibility for the nation's air traffic control operations to a private, non-profit corporation.
With a boost from President Donald Trump, House Republicans will revive efforts to shift responsibility for the nation's air traffic control operations to a private, non-profit corporation.
Wednesday, June 21 2017 1:28 PM EDT2017-06-21 17:28:34 GMT
Wednesday, June 21 2017 1:39 PM EDT2017-06-21 17:39:10 GMT
Missouri Attorney General Josh Hawley is suing three large pharmaceutical companies, saying their "campaign of deception" led to a startling opioid crisis in the state.
Missouri Attorney General Josh Hawley is suing three large pharmaceutical companies, saying their "campaign of deception" led to a startling opioid crisis in the state.
Wednesday, June 21 2017 10:18 AM EDT2017-06-21 14:18:32 GMT
Wednesday, June 21 2017 1:39 PM EDT2017-06-21 17:39:08 GMT
Egyptian President Abdel-Fattah el-Sissi says the government will increase the monthly capacity of ration cards through which it distributes food subsidies in an attempt to ease the effects of hard-hitting economic...
Egyptian President Abdel-Fattah el-Sissi says the government will increase the monthly capacity of ration cards through which it distributes food subsidies in an attempt to ease the effects of hard-hitting economic reforms.
Wednesday, June 21 2017 12:48 AM EDT2017-06-21 04:48:27 GMT
Wednesday, June 21 2017 1:30 PM EDT2017-06-21 17:30:44 GMT
Saudi King Salman has issued an order for high-ranking royals to pledge their allegiance to his son, 31-year-old Mohammed bin Salman, at a ceremony in Mecca.
Saudi King Salman has issued an order for high-ranking royals to pledge their allegiance to his son, 31-year-old Mohammed bin Salman, at a ceremony in Mecca.
Tuesday, June 20 2017 11:38 PM EDT2017-06-21 03:38:42 GMT
Wednesday, June 21 2017 12:51 PM EDT2017-06-21 16:51:07 GMT
Troubled Japanese electronics giant Toshiba Corp. has chosen a U.S.-Japan consortium as the preferred bidder in its attempt to sell its lucrative memory chip business.
Troubled Japanese electronics giant Toshiba Corp. has chosen a U.S.-Japan consortium as the preferred bidder in its attempt to sell its lucrative memory chip business.
Monday, June 19 2017 12:25 PM EDT2017-06-19 16:25:24 GMT
Wednesday, June 21 2017 11:40 AM EDT2017-06-21 15:40:03 GMT
A new study finds only 1 in 4 teens and young adults with opioid addiction receive recommended treatment medication despite having good health insurance.
A new study finds only 1 in 4 teens and young adults with opioid addiction receive recommended treatment medication despite having good health insurance.
Wednesday, June 21 2017 6:48 AM EDT2017-06-21 10:48:41 GMT
Wednesday, June 21 2017 11:18 AM EDT2017-06-21 15:18:46 GMT
Hundreds of Croatian taxi drivers have blocked one of the capital's main boulevards with their cars in protest against the Uber services in the country.
Hundreds of Croatian taxi drivers have blocked one of the capital's main boulevards with their cars in protest against the Uber services in the country.
Wednesday, June 21 2017 3:38 AM EDT2017-06-21 07:38:19 GMT
Wednesday, June 21 2017 10:59 AM EDT2017-06-21 14:59:29 GMT
President Donald Trump makes his first visit to Iowa since he won the state in last year's elections, but many of his independent voters are rethinking their support.
President Donald Trump makes his first visit to Iowa since he won the state in last year's elections, but many of his independent voters are rethinking their support.
Wednesday, June 21 2017 7:08 AM EDT2017-06-21 11:08:56 GMT
Wednesday, June 21 2017 9:59 AM EDT2017-06-21 13:59:32 GMT
Greece's prime minister says his financially struggling country will "very soon" be in a position to tap bond markets again, testing investor sentiment for the first time since 2014.
Greece's prime minister says his financially struggling country will "very soon" be in a position to tap bond markets again, testing investor sentiment for the first time since 2014.
Wednesday, June 21 2017 7:08 AM EDT2017-06-21 11:08:23 GMT
Wednesday, June 21 2017 9:20 AM EDT2017-06-21 13:20:02 GMT
German Chancellor Angela Merkel is marking the 70th anniversary of the launch of the Marshall Plan to rebuild Europe, remarking pointedly that the U.S. embrace of open markets served America's own interests.
German Chancellor Angela Merkel is marking the 70th anniversary of the launch of the Marshall Plan to rebuild Europe, remarking pointedly that the U.S. embrace of open markets served America's own interests.
Monday, June 19 2017 2:55 PM EDT2017-06-19 18:55:28 GMT
Wednesday, June 21 2017 8:21 AM EDT2017-06-21 12:21:05 GMT
Coca-Cola is apologizing for using a map of Philadelphia in an advertising tweet aimed at encouraging residents of Pittsburgh to drink Coke as temperatures climbed into the high 80s.
Coca-Cola is apologizing for using a map of Philadelphia in an advertising tweet aimed at encouraging residents of Pittsburgh to drink Coke as temperatures climbed into the high 80s.
Tuesday, June 20 2017 4:48 PM EDT2017-06-20 20:48:32 GMT
Wednesday, June 21 2017 4:19 AM EDT2017-06-21 08:19:33 GMT
A company fighting to become the nation's single servicer of student loans under a plan backed by U.S. Education Secretary Betsy DeVos has lobbied against licensing efforts in Maine and elsewhere this year.
A company fighting to become the nation's single servicer of student loans under a plan backed by U.S. Education Secretary Betsy DeVos has lobbied against licensing efforts in Maine and elsewhere this year.
Tuesday, June 20 2017 3:57 AM EDT2017-06-20 07:57:38 GMT
Wednesday, June 21 2017 3:50 AM EDT2017-06-21 07:50:26 GMT
Democrats lack the votes to stop the still-evolving Republican health care bill in the Senate, but they're criticizing it as a stealthy measure that GOP leaders want to rush through the chamber before anyone knows...
Democrats lack the votes to stop the still-evolving Republican health care bill in the Senate, but they're criticizing it as a stealthy measure that GOP leaders want to rush through the chamber before anyone knows what's really in it.
Tuesday, June 20 2017 5:08 PM EDT2017-06-20 21:08:06 GMT
Wednesday, June 21 2017 3:40 AM EDT2017-06-21 07:40:26 GMT
Republican efforts to roll back former President Barack Obama's health care law could mean deep cuts to treatment programs in states hard hit by the opioid crisis.
Republican efforts to roll back former President Barack Obama's health care law could mean deep cuts to treatment programs in states hard hit by the opioid crisis.
Tuesday, June 20 2017 9:58 AM EDT2017-06-20 13:58:03 GMT
Wednesday, June 21 2017 3:29 AM EDT2017-06-21 07:29:11 GMT
He's been overshadowed by Barbie for decades, but now Ken is finally getting some attention. Mattel is introducing 15 new looks for the male doll, giving him new skin tones, body shapes and hair styles.
He's been overshadowed by Barbie for decades, but now Ken is finally getting some attention. Mattel is introducing 15 new looks for the male doll, giving him new skin tones, body shapes and hair styles.
Monday, June 19 2017 5:15 AM EDT2017-06-19 09:15:30 GMT
Wednesday, June 21 2017 12:59 AM EDT2017-06-21 04:59:22 GMT
European Union foreign ministers have agreed to prepare a joint response to cyberattacks in the 28-nation bloc, including imposing sanctions on offenders.
European Union foreign ministers have agreed to prepare a joint response to cyberattacks in the 28-nation bloc, including imposing sanctions on offenders.
Tuesday, June 20 2017 12:16 AM EDT2017-06-20 04:16:01 GMT
Tuesday, June 20 2017 11:39 PM EDT2017-06-21 03:39:22 GMT
A bankruptcy filing by Japanese air bag maker Takata will leave little money for dozens of people who sued the company over deaths and injuries caused by its dangerous exploding air bag inflators, according to...
A bankruptcy filing by Japanese air bag maker Takata will leave little money for dozens of people who sued the company over deaths and injuries caused by its dangerous exploding air bag inflators, according to legal experts.
Monday, June 19 2017 7:35 AM EDT2017-06-19 11:35:11 GMT
Tuesday, June 20 2017 9:39 PM EDT2017-06-21 01:39:54 GMT
Google is intensifying its campaign against online extremism, saying it will put more resources toward identifying and removing videos related to terrorism and hate groups.
Google is intensifying its campaign against online extremism, saying it will put more resources toward identifying and removing videos related to terrorism and hate groups.
Tuesday, June 20 2017 3:08 PM EDT2017-06-20 19:08:12 GMT
Tuesday, June 20 2017 8:18 PM EDT2017-06-21 00:18:40 GMT
An Alaska lawmaker is making one last legal push to put about $1,000 back in the hands of nearly every state resident for their share of the state's oil wealth.
An Alaska lawmaker is making one last legal push to put about $1,000 back in the hands of nearly every state resident for their share of the state's oil wealth.
Tuesday, June 20 2017 7:18 PM EDT2017-06-20 23:18:21 GMT
Tuesday, June 20 2017 7:21 PM EDT2017-06-20 23:21:15 GMT
An Alaska lawmaker has argued that Gov. Bill Walker overstepped his authority in reducing the size of the yearly check that state residents receive from Alaska's oil-wealth fund. wealth.
An Alaska lawmaker has argued that Gov. Bill Walker overstepped his authority in reducing the size of the yearly check that state residents receive from Alaska's oil-wealth fund. wealth.
Tuesday, June 20 2017 10:28 AM EDT2017-06-20 14:28:18 GMT
Tuesday, June 20 2017 6:01 PM EDT2017-06-20 22:01:45 GMT
Legislation that would hit Russia with economic sanctions and limit President Donald Trump's authority to lift the penalties faces an uncertain future in the House.
Legislation that would hit Russia with economic sanctions and limit President Donald Trump's authority to lift the penalties faces an uncertain future in the House.
Tuesday, June 20 2017 4:07 AM EDT2017-06-20 08:07:50 GMT
Tuesday, June 20 2017 5:59 PM EDT2017-06-20 21:59:04 GMT
House Speaker Paul Ryan is promising to overhaul the tax code by the end of the year despite political divisions among Republicans and a crowded legislative agenda for Congress.
House Speaker Paul Ryan is promising to overhaul the tax code by the end of the year despite political divisions among Republicans and a crowded legislative agenda for Congress.
Tuesday, June 20 2017 4:18 PM EDT2017-06-20 20:18:00 GMT
Tuesday, June 20 2017 5:58 PM EDT2017-06-20 21:58:41 GMT
Experts say a Supreme Court ruling this week could have a "chilling effect" on the many lawsuits filed in St. Louis claiming talcum powder causes a deadly form of cancer in women, including cases in which millions...
Experts say a Supreme Court ruling this week could have a "chilling effect" on the many lawsuits filed in St. Louis claiming talcum powder causes a deadly form of cancer in women, including cases in which millions of dollars in damages have been awarded.
Tuesday, June 20 2017 3:18 PM EDT2017-06-20 19:18:04 GMT
Tuesday, June 20 2017 4:50 PM EDT2017-06-20 20:50:50 GMT
An opinion poll shows that an increasing share of Russians have become disillusioned with President Vladimir Putin's ability to improve the economy and curb rampant corruption.
An opinion poll shows that an increasing share of Russians have become disillusioned with President Vladimir Putin's ability to improve the economy and curb rampant corruption.
Tuesday, June 20 2017 1:18 PM EDT2017-06-20 17:18:16 GMT
Tuesday, June 20 2017 4:38 PM EDT2017-06-20 20:38:34 GMT
Interior Secretary Ryan Zinke says the Trump administration will enforce an Obama-era regulation aimed at restricting harmful methane emissions from oil and gas production.
Interior Secretary Ryan Zinke says the Trump administration will enforce an Obama-era regulation aimed at restricting harmful methane emissions from oil and gas production.
Tuesday, June 20 2017 2:17 AM EDT2017-06-20 06:17:04 GMT
Tuesday, June 20 2017 4:22 PM EDT2017-06-20 20:22:08 GMT
The Washington Redskins aren't in the clear with their team name just yet, even after the Supreme Court ruled Monday that the government can't block trademarks on the basis that they're offensive.
The Washington Redskins aren't in the clear with their team name just yet, even after the Supreme Court ruled Monday that the government can't block trademarks on the basis that they're offensive.
Tuesday, June 20 2017 1:07 PM EDT2017-06-20 17:07:53 GMT
Tuesday, June 20 2017 4:18 PM EDT2017-06-20 20:18:31 GMT
Uber is enabling passengers to tip its U.S. drivers with a tap on its ride-hailing app for the first time, part of a push to recast itself as a company with a conscience and a heart.
Uber is enabling passengers to tip its U.S. drivers with a tap on its ride-hailing app for the first time, part of a push to recast itself as a company with a conscience and a heart.
Tuesday, June 20 2017 2:28 PM EDT2017-06-20 18:28:57 GMT
Tuesday, June 20 2017 3:29 PM EDT2017-06-20 19:29:32 GMT
President Donald Trump has named a Republican attorney to the government's board of referees between unions and businesses as the White House seeks to roll back decisions made during a decade of Democratic control.
President Donald Trump has named a Republican attorney to the government's board of referees between unions and businesses as the White House seeks to roll back decisions made during a decade of Democratic control.
Tuesday, June 20 2017 2:18 PM EDT2017-06-20 18:18:03 GMT
Tuesday, June 20 2017 2:31 PM EDT2017-06-20 18:31:04 GMT
Veterans Affairs Secretary David Shulkin says the department is taking immediate steps to remove employees found to have stolen opioid and other drugs from VA medical centers.
Veterans Affairs Secretary David Shulkin says the department is taking immediate steps to remove employees found to have stolen opioid and other drugs from VA medical centers.
Tuesday, June 20 2017 2:28 PM EDT2017-06-20 18:28:30 GMT
Tuesday, June 20 2017 2:29 PM EDT2017-06-20 18:29:19 GMT
The lieutenant governor of Minnesota has become the first U.S. state official to make an official visit to Cuba since President Donald Trump announced the new U.S. policy toward the island.
The lieutenant governor of Minnesota has become the first U.S. state official to make an official visit to Cuba since President Donald Trump announced the new U.S. policy toward the island.
Tuesday, June 20 2017 4:57 AM EDT2017-06-20 08:57:40 GMT
Tuesday, June 20 2017 2:18 PM EDT2017-06-20 18:18:51 GMT
Carla Fendi, one of five sisters who transformed the family leather goods business into a global luxury fashion house long known for its furs, has died following a long illness at the age of 79.
Carla Fendi, one of five sisters who transformed the family leather goods business into a global luxury fashion house long known for its furs, has died following a long illness at the age of 79.
Monday, June 19 2017 7:05 AM EDT2017-06-19 11:05:06 GMT
Tuesday, June 20 2017 1:41 PM EDT2017-06-20 17:41:11 GMT
Religious, indigenous leaders call for end to deforestation in an international multi-faith and multi-cultural plea to reduce emissions that fuel climate change that is killing tropical rainforests.
Religious, indigenous leaders call for end to deforestation in an international multi-faith and multi-cultural plea to reduce emissions that fuel climate change that is killing tropical rainforests.
Tuesday, June 20 2017 11:07 AM EDT2017-06-20 15:07:56 GMT
Tuesday, June 20 2017 1:18 PM EDT2017-06-20 17:18:55 GMT
The Trump administration has imposed sanctions on two Russian officials and three dozen other individuals and companies over Russian activities in Ukraine.
The Trump administration has imposed sanctions on two Russian officials and three dozen other individuals and companies over Russian activities in Ukraine.
Tuesday, June 20 2017 12:15 AM EDT2017-06-20 04:15:56 GMT
Tuesday, June 20 2017 11:00 AM EDT2017-06-20 15:00:44 GMT
House Speaker Paul Ryan is promising to overhaul the tax code by the end of the year despite political divisions among Republicans and a crowded legislative agenda for Congress.
House Speaker Paul Ryan is promising to overhaul the tax code by the end of the year despite political divisions among Republicans and a crowded legislative agenda for Congress.
Tuesday, June 20 2017 8:27 AM EDT2017-06-20 12:27:46 GMT
Tuesday, June 20 2017 10:28 AM EDT2017-06-20 14:28:43 GMT
The head of the U.S. Federal Aviation Administration says the boom in drone popularity is 'a huge game changer' similar 'to powered flight or jet engines'.
The head of the U.S. Federal Aviation Administration says the boom in drone popularity is 'a huge game changer' similar 'to powered flight or jet engines'.
Tuesday, June 20 2017 9:08 AM EDT2017-06-20 13:08:02 GMT
Tuesday, June 20 2017 9:58 AM EDT2017-06-20 13:58:48 GMT
Boeing has landed a string of new plane deals while Airbus has won lucrative promises at the Paris Air Show, as both plane makers stressed the growing importance of digital technology in aviation.
Boeing has landed a string of new plane deals while Airbus has won lucrative promises at the Paris Air Show, as both plane makers stressed the growing importance of digital technology in aviation.
Tuesday, June 20 2017 3:07 AM EDT2017-06-20 07:07:39 GMT
Tuesday, June 20 2017 9:08 AM EDT2017-06-20 13:08:48 GMT
Asian shares were lower Tuesday, erasing initial gains, except for Tokyo's benchmark, which rose, cheered by gains on Wall Street led by technology shares.
Asian shares were lower Tuesday, erasing initial gains, except for Tokyo's benchmark, which rose, cheered by gains on Wall Street led by technology shares.
Tuesday, June 20 2017 5:37 AM EDT2017-06-20 09:37:41 GMT
Tuesday, June 20 2017 9:08 AM EDT2017-06-20 13:08:40 GMT
South Africa's central bank is objecting to calls by the state watchdog agency for changes to be made in the way the bank is run, in escalating fallout from a bank bailout during the apartheid era.
South Africa's central bank is objecting to calls by the state watchdog agency for changes to be made in the way the bank is run, in escalating fallout from a bank bailout during the apartheid era.
Tuesday, June 20 2017 4:47 AM EDT2017-06-20 08:47:40 GMT
Tuesday, June 20 2017 9:08 AM EDT2017-06-20 13:08:32 GMT
Bank of England Governor Mark Carney is downplaying the possibility of an interest rate increase amid the uncertainty wrought by Britain's pending departure from the European Union.
Bank of England Governor Mark Carney is downplaying the possibility of an interest rate increase amid the uncertainty wrought by Britain's pending departure from the European Union.
