French special forces kill jihadist leaders in Mali: ministry

French special forces kill jihadist leaders in Mali: ministry

May 21, 2015 - 10:14 AMT  06:14 GMT
One of those killed was Amada Ag Hama, suspected of the kidnapping and murder of two French journalists in 2013.
U.S. public schools beef up security measures: survey

U.S. public schools beef up security measures: survey

May 21, 2015 - 10:07 AMT  06:07 GMT
About three-quarters of schools reported using security cameras, and 43% said they used security personnel at least once a week.
Aram I holds meetings during pontifical visit to Eastern U.S.

Aram I holds meetings during pontifical visit to Eastern U.S.

May 21, 2015 - 09:36 AMT  05:36 GMT
Catholicos of the Holy See of the Great House of Cilicia, is currently on a Pontifical visit to the Eastern United States.
Islamic State insurgents capture historic Palmyra

Islamic State insurgents capture historic Palmyra

May 21, 2015 - 09:08 AMT  05:08 GMT
UNESCO also called for international efforts to protect Palmyra's population "and safeguard the unique cultural heritage".
Chinese President says religions must be free from foreign influence

Chinese President says religions must be free from foreign influence

May 21, 2015 - 08:55 AMT  04:55 GMT
China is ruled by the officially atheist Communist Party, and Beijing attempts to control a variety of religions and their spread.
U.S. publishes files found in bin Laden killing raid

U.S. publishes files found in bin Laden killing raid

May 21, 2015 - 08:45 AMT  04:45 GMT
In his final years alive, Osama Bin Laden urged his followers to remain focused on attacking the U.S., the documents show.
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