UN Committee Grills Vatican Officials On Sex Abuse
The Vatican has faced two days of grilling before the U.N. Committee on Torture investigating the Catholic Church's handling of cases of sexual abuse by priests.
Europe
In Ukraine, West's New Diplomatic Options May Be Few
EU foreign policy chief Catherine Ashton is in Washington Tuesday for a meeting with Secretary of State John Kerry that is likely to be dominated by events in Ukraine.
Crisis In Eastern Ukraine Takes A Deadly Turn
Pro-Russian gunmen in the eastern Ukrainian town of Slovyansk have shot down at least two Ukrainian helicopters.
NATO: Russia Uses Shadow Soldiers In Eastern Ukraine
NATO has been watching Russia as it took over part of Ukraine, and massed troops near another part. Steve Inskeep talks to NATO commander General Philip Breedlove.
Fiat Chrysler To Outline 5-Year Strategic Plan
The automaker reached most of the last targets which were set shortly after Fiat took over Chrysler in 2009. Fiat Chrysler's CEO will again answer questions about the company's long-term viability.
Sanctions Put Pentagon's Business Deals With Russia Up For Debate
The U.S. wants Europe to enforce economic sanctions against Russia over its push into Ukraine, but the Pentagon itself is reluctant to stop trading with Moscow.
Sinn Fein Leader's Questioning Dredges Memories Of 'Troubles'
Gerry Adams, a leader of Sinn Fein, was questioned in Northern Ireland in connection with an infamous murder 42 years ago. The investigation threatens to impact the fragile peace agreement there.
Outrage Out Of Moscow As News Of Ukrainian Offensive Spreads
Moscow has accused the U.S. and EU of destroying hopes for peace in eastern Ukraine by supporting the interim government's attempts to retake towns occupied by pro-Russia militants.
Deaths And Downed Helicopters In Eastern Ukraine Offensive
The Ukrainian government says it has begun an operation to retake the eastern Ukrainian town of Slovyansk from pro-Moscow militants. Militants there have already shot down two government helicopters.
France's Far-Right's High Hopes On May Day Display
The National Front party traditionally rallies in support of its anti-immigrant, nationalist ideals on May 1, International Workers Day. The far right is growing stronger throughout much of Europe.