Chinese ship sinks at Yangtze River, 1 dead, 30 rescued; rescue ops underway for over 400 mostly elderly tourists
A Chinese ship sunk at the Yangtze River with 458 passengers on board who were mostly aged tourists. Rescue operations are ongoing with 30 people already rescued while 1 has been confirmed dead.
Jun 01, 2015 11:56 PM EDT
Lion Kills American Tourist in South Africa Animal park
Another animal attack has been reported in The Lion Park. What does this say for the park's future?
Islamic State Claims Suicide Attack in Libya, five dead; Missing Libyan Parliament member found dead
The Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (Isil) group claims responsibility for a suicide attack outside the Libyan city of Misrata on Sunday, which killed five people and wounded eight, local militia officer said. IS group posted in their Twitter accounts that they are behind the attack. Missing lawmaker from Tripoli was recently found dead.
Iran now working on several options in case of Security Council’s ‘snapback’ against Tehran
The six world powers talked about the 'snapback' of sanctions on Iran if the latter breaks their side of the agreement. The council and the six powers are monitoring Tehran's nuclear program via reports from the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA). A senior Iranian diplomat revealed that Iran is also coming up with several options in case the other side of the party breaks their terms of agreement.
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Two People Stabbed At A Tufts University Frat House, Police Are Questioning One Student
Two people have been stabbed at a frat house at the Tufts University. These people are not affiliated with the university and police are already investigating about the stabbing incident.
Jun 01, 2015 7:54 PM EDT
Greek Exit Can Damage Trust, Warns EU's Juncker
EU's Juncker warns that Greek exit from the euro zone could damage trust in the single currency. This could provoke international investors to pull out of Europe.
Jun 01, 2015 10:21 AM EDT
Avago to buy Broadcom for $37 billion; Deal deemed to be the largest acquisition in technology this year
Avago Technologies Ltd to buy Broadcom Corp for $37 billion. The purchase of Broadcom by Avago is second largest deal this year. Broadcom connectivity chips are used widely in smartphones made by Apple Inc and Samsung Electronics
Jun 01, 2015 10:15 AM EDT
China defends reclamation of islands in the South China Sea
During the top security forum held last weekend, officials and representatives from different countries tackled the growing concern over China's reclamation of islands in the South China Sea. United States senator John McCain refused to abide by the 12-nautical mile zone and said that doing so would be "de facto recognition of Chinese sovereignty." China's spokesperson, Admiral Sun Jianguo, however, insisted that the reclamation of islands were based on "legal and historical evidence" and that its sole purpose is to improve the living conditions of the people stationed in the area.
Jun 01, 2015 10:09 AM EDT
Human Rights Watch: Should the United States urge the 10-member coalition to stop using cluster munitions?
The recent attacks in Yemen took the lives of many people, including a child and at least six civilians. Human Rights Watch recently visited the Saada province in northern Yemen and their research points out that the Saudi-led coalition is using cluster munitions. The New York-based organization calls on the 10-member coalition including their supporters to stop the use of such weapons.
Jun 01, 2015 9:59 AM EDT
FCC’s Tom Wheeler Plans Broadband Internet Access for Low-Income Americans
Federal Communications Commission’s Tom Wheeler proposed a plan on Thursday to offer subsidized broadband internet access to low-income users. Read to find out more.
Jun 01, 2015 8:54 AM EDT
B.B. King Laid to Rest in Mississippi as Obama Praises the Blues Legend; Cause of Death not Poisoning?
The Blues legend B.B. King was laid to rest at a funeral service in his hometown of Indianola, Mississippi on Saturday. President Barack Obama even paid his tributes to the iconic singer.
Jun 01, 2015 8:44 AM EDT
Suicide Bomber Attacks Nigeria Mosque Leading To At Least 26 Dead, Boko Haram Blamed
A suicide bomber suspected to have been part of Boko Haram has killed at least 39 people after attacking a mosque in Nigeria. The suicide bombing happened hours after Boko Haram launched another attack at another place.
Jun 01, 2015 8:01 AM EDT
Vice President Joe Biden's Son Beau Biden Dies Of Brain Cancer At 46, Life And Works Remembered
Beau Biden, the son of United States' Vice President Joe Biden died of brain cancer at the age of 46. The former Delaware attorney general has received a lot of tributes as his life was cut short.
Jun 01, 2015 7:49 AM EDT
Iran seeks more time, other solutions as it rejects UN access to nuke sites
Iran said they are working on other solution to Western demands calling on them to provide access to their miltary sites and personnel.
Jun 01, 2015 7:10 AM EDT
Iraqi assaults on ISIS lead to 31 casualties and a damaged mosque
Iraqi assaults on a northern ISIS stronghold have reportedly led to 31 casualties and a badly-damaged mosque.
Jun 01, 2015 7:00 AM EDT
Magnitude-7.8 quake shakes Japan on Saturday; 12 people reportedly injured with minor injuries
Twelve people were reportedly injured after a magnitude-7.8 earthquake struck south of Japan on Saturday.
Jun 01, 2015 6:53 AM EDT
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