It's Hard For These Dads To Talk About Love ... But They Do
Three fathers in India talk about the struggle to express affection for their kids and how they feel about having daughters versus sons.
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North Korea Announces Cure For MERS (As If)
The drug can also allegedly wipe out AIDS and TB and just about every other disease. The state-run media announced the news, so exaggeration is to be expected.
Guess Which Country Has The Biggest Increase In Soda Drinking
It's Cameroon, closely trailed by Vietnam and India. Sugary fizzy drinks are making inroads in the developing world.
Toyota's Top Female Executive Arrested In Japan On Drug Charges
Julie Hamp, who became the automaker's head of public relations in April, allegedly mailed herself a package containing oxycodone pills, declaring the contents to be a necklace.
House Advances Bill To Give President Obama Fast Track Trade Authority
After a week of legislative maneuvering, the House passed a bill again on Thursday to allow President Obama to negotiate a free trade agreement with Pacific countries.
'Jurassic World' Speaks A Universal Language
Jurassic World made more than $500 million in less than a week. The movie was No. 1 in every country. That includes China which only allows about 30 Hollywood movies to officially screen each year.
In Combustible, Muslim Karachi, A Christian Erects A 140-Foot Cross
Parvez Henry Gill says the cross is intended as a "symbol of peace." But in a city where sectarian violence is common, the cross could become a target. Gill acknowledges that death threats are common.
Beijing Brushes Aside Hong Kong's Rejection Of Electoral Reform
Lawmakers in the territory voted down the central government's plan to present a hand-picked slate of candidates for a vote on Hong Kong's next leader. But China says it will go ahead anyway.
As NAFTA Memories Linger, Unions Hold Fast Against New Trade Deal
Labor unions argue it's yet another deal that will erode American jobs and benefit corporations. But labor specialists say there's a flip side: Companies more engaged in global trade pay higher wages.
MERS Is A Health Crisis With Political And Economic Costs
After a bungled initial response to the virus, South Korea's president has to win back public trust. Leaders are scrambling to keep the country's prized economy from struggling.